A snack combination feeding device and method
By designing a snack combination feeding device and using a rotating pusher to control the number of times the receiving trough and the discharging module are aligned, the problem of the inability to adjust the snack feeding ratio in existing devices is solved, achieving precise control of the snack feeding ratio and improving the pet's nutrient absorption.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Patents(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- XIAOPEI NETWORK TECH (SHANGHAI) CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2024-05-17
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-12
AI Technical Summary
Existing treat combination feeding devices cannot adjust the feeding ratio of various treats, resulting in an inability to control the treat ratio and affecting the pet's nutrient absorption.
A snack combination feeding device was designed, including a mounting base, a feeding rotary pusher plate and multiple feeding modules. The feeding ratio of snacks can be precisely adjusted by controlling the number of times the receiving trough and the discharging module are aligned through the rotating pusher plate.
It improves the absorption of nutrients from treats by pets, ensures the precise ratio of treats, and enhances the effectiveness of pets' nutritional intake.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This invention relates to the field of snack feeding technology, and in particular to a snack combination feeding device and feeding method. Background Technology
[0002] Pet treats can meet many of their physiological needs, such as supplementing their nutritional requirements for protein, vitamins, and fats. They also have benefits like teeth cleaning, breath freshening, and appetite enhancement. However, treats should be given in moderation; moreover, the ratio of different treats given together can directly affect a pet's absorption.
[0003] The existing snack combination feeding device has two storage boxes symmetrically arranged on both sides of the feeding port. Both storage boxes are connected to the feeding port to mix the two snacks together for simultaneous feeding. However, the ratio of the two snacks cannot be adjusted, and therefore the feeding ratio of the two snacks cannot be controlled.
[0004] Therefore, there is an urgent need for a snack combination feeding device and feeding method that can control the feeding ratio of various snacks. Summary of the Invention
[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide a snack combination feeding device and feeding method, which can feed according to the required snack feeding ratio to improve the absorption of snack nutrients by pets.
[0006] To achieve this objective, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:
[0007] On the one hand, a snack combination feeding device is provided, including a mounting base, a feeding rotary pusher plate and multiple feeding modules;
[0008] The mounting base is provided with a receiving cavity and multiple mounting cavities, each of which is connected to the receiving cavity. The material discharge rotary pusher is rotatably mounted on the bottom wall of the receiving cavity, and the bottom wall of the receiving cavity has a material discharge port. Multiple material discharge modules are detachably mounted in the multiple mounting cavities, and each material discharge module has a material discharge port connected to the receiving cavity.
[0009] The feeding rotary push plate is provided with a receiving groove. When the receiving groove is connected to the discharge port, the snacks in the discharge module will fall into the receiving groove. Rotating the feeding rotary push plate can push the snacks in the receiving groove to the discharge port.
[0010] As an optional solution for the snack combination feeding device, the discharge module includes a fixed component, a snack bucket, and a rotating component;
[0011] The fixing component is fixed in the mounting cavity, and the snack bucket is detachably connected to the fixing component;
[0012] The rotating assembly includes a fixed plate and a rotating component. The fixed plate is fixed to the bottom wall of the mounting cavity, and the rotating component is rotatably disposed on the fixed plate and passes through the fixed assembly. The rotating component rotates to push the snacks in the snack bucket from the discharge port into the receiving trough.
[0013] As an optional solution for the snack combination feeding device, the discharge module also includes a drive mechanism, which is mounted on the mounting base and the output end of the drive mechanism is connected to the rotating component.
[0014] As an optional solution for the snack combination feeding device, a connecting component is provided between the output end of the drive mechanism and the rotating component. The connecting component includes a first rotating plate, a second rotating plate, a first elastic element, and a mounting cover.
[0015] A through hole is provided on the bottom wall of the mounting cavity. The first rotating plate is connected to the output end of the driving mechanism and is rotatably disposed at the through hole. The second rotating plate is spaced apart from the first rotating plate. The rotating member is connected to the end of the second rotating plate opposite to the first rotating plate. The first elastic member is connected between the first rotating plate and the second rotating plate. The mounting cover is sleeved on the second rotating plate and abuts against the first rotating plate.
[0016] As an optional solution for the snack combination feeding device, the fixing component includes a first fixing seat and a second fixing seat. The first fixing seat is fixed in the mounting cavity, and the second fixing seat is detachably connected to the first fixing seat. A connecting part is provided at the end of the second fixing seat away from the first fixing seat, and the snack bucket is detachably connected to the connecting part.
[0017] The discharge module further includes a stop assembly, which includes a fixing member, a stop member, and a second elastic member; a guide groove is provided on the first fixing seat, the fixing member is fixed to the bottom wall of the mounting cavity and extends into the guide groove; one end of the stop member is slidably inserted into the guide groove and abuts against the fixing member, and the other end is provided with the second elastic member between it and the second fixing seat;
[0018] The guide groove has a protrusion on its side wall. Under the elastic force of the second elastic element, the stop moves down to stop at the discharge port.
[0019] As an optional solution for the snack combination feeding device, the mounting base is provided with multiple snap-fit components, and each mounting cavity is provided with one snap-fit component; the snap-fit component includes an operating component and a snap-fit element.
[0020] The operating component is slidably disposed on the mounting base, and the mounting base is provided with a clearance hole. One end of the operating component extends out of the clearance hole, and the other end is connected to the snap-fit component.
[0021] The fixing component is provided with a snap-fit part, and the snap-fit member can extend into the mounting cavity and engage with the snap-fit part.
[0022] As an optional solution for the snack combination feeding device, multiple snap-fit components are provided, and the multiple snap-fit components are spaced apart on both sides of the mounting cavity, and each snap-fit component is connected to the operating component;
[0023] The mounting base is provided with a plurality of first guide grooves, each of which is connected to the mounting cavity, and a plurality of snap-fit pieces are slidably disposed in the plurality of first guide grooves in a corresponding manner.
[0024] The fixing component is provided with a plurality of the locking parts. Pulling the operating component can simultaneously drive the plurality of locking parts to lock into the plurality of locking parts one by one.
[0025] As an optional solution for the snack combination feeding device, the operating component is provided with multiple second guide grooves, and the mounting base is provided with multiple limiting posts, which extend into the multiple second guide grooves one by one.
[0026] As an optional solution for the snack combination feeding device, each of the mounting chambers and the receiving chambers is provided with a discharge channel, and the height of the discharge channel near the mounting chamber is higher than the height of the discharge channel near the receiving chamber.
[0027] On the other hand, a method for feeding a combination of snacks is provided, applied to the aforementioned combination of snacks feeding device, comprising the following steps:
[0028] S1: Rotate the feeding rotary push plate so that the receiving groove is aligned with the discharge port of one of the discharge modules, and the snacks in the discharge module fall into the receiving groove;
[0029] S2: Rotate the feeding rotary pusher to push the snack in the receiving trough to the feeding port;
[0030] Repeat steps S1 and S2, wherein the number of times the receiving groove on the feeding rotary push plate is aligned and connected with the discharge port of different discharge modules is controlled according to the feeding ratio of the snack.
[0031] The beneficial effects of this invention are:
[0032] This invention provides a snack combination feeding device and method. The snack combination feeding device includes a mounting base, a feeding rotary pusher, and multiple discharging modules. The mounting base has a receiving chamber and multiple mounting chambers, each of which communicates with the receiving chamber. The multiple discharging modules are detachably connected to the mounting chambers, each discharging module having a discharging port that communicates with the receiving chamber. The feeding rotary pusher is rotatably mounted on the bottom wall of the receiving chamber and has a receiving groove. Rotating the feeding rotary pusher connects the receiving groove to the discharging port of one of the discharging modules, causing the snacks in the discharging module to fall into the receiving groove. Rotating the feeding rotary pusher again pushes the snacks in the receiving groove to the discharging port on the bottom wall of the receiving chamber. Since the receiving trough can only align with the outlet of one of the discharging modules at a time, the feeding and discharging push plate can be rotated according to the snack feeding ratio to control the number of times the receiving trough aligns with the outlet of each discharging module, thereby improving the pet's absorption of snack nutrients. Attached Figure Description
[0033] Figure 1 This is an overall schematic diagram of the snack combination feeding device provided in a specific embodiment of the present invention;
[0034] Figure 2 This is a top view of the snack combination feeding device provided in a specific embodiment of the present invention;
[0035] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the mounting base provided in a specific embodiment of the present invention. Figure 1 ;
[0036] Figure 4 This is an exploded view of the discharge module provided in a specific embodiment of the present invention;
[0037] Figure 5 This is an exploded view of the rotating component provided in a specific embodiment of the present invention;
[0038] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the mounting base provided in a specific embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 ;
[0039] Figure 7 This is an exploded view of the driving mechanism and connecting components provided in a specific embodiment of the present invention;
[0040] Figure 8 This is a cross-sectional view of the driving mechanism and connecting components provided in a specific embodiment of the present invention;
[0041] Figure 9 This is a cross-sectional view of the stop assembly provided in a specific embodiment of the present invention;
[0042] Figure 10 This is an overall schematic diagram of the stop assembly provided in a specific embodiment of the present invention, omitting the fixing component;
[0043] Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the snap-fit component provided in a specific embodiment of the present invention. Figure 1 ;
[0044] Figure 12 Schematic diagram of the snap-fit component provided in the specific embodiments of the present invention Figure 2 ;
[0045] Figure 13 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the operating component provided in a specific embodiment of the present invention.
[0046] In the picture:
[0047] 100. Snacks;
[0048] 1. Install the base;
[0049] 11. Receiving chamber; 110. Discharge port;
[0050] 12. Mounting cavity; 120. Through hole;
[0051] 13. Snap-fit assembly;
[0052] 131. Operating component; 1311. Guide hole; 1312. Second guide groove; 1313. Fourth elastic component; 1314. Second guide section;
[0053] 132. Snap-fit component; 1321. Slide rod; 1322. First guide section;
[0054] 14. Clearance hole; 15. First guide groove; 151. Third elastic element; 16. Limiting post; 17. Discharge channel;
[0055] 2. Discharge rotary push plate; 20. Receiving trough;
[0056] 3. Discharge module; 30. Discharge port;
[0057] 31. Fixed components;
[0058] 311. First fixing seat; 3111. First groove; 3112. Snap-fit part; 3113. Guide groove; 3114. Protrusion; 3115. First clearance channel;
[0059] 312. Second fixing seat; 3120. Connecting part; 3121. Second groove;
[0060] 32. Snack bucket;
[0061] 33. Rotating assembly; 331. Fixed plate; 332. Rotating component; 3321. First snap-fit groove;
[0062] 34. Drive mechanism;
[0063] 35. Connecting assembly; 351. First rotating plate; 352. Second rotating plate; 3521. First snap-fit protrusion; 3522. Second snap-fit groove; 353. First elastic element; 354. Mounting cover; 3541. Second snap-fit protrusion;
[0064] 36. Stop assembly; 361. Fixing member; 362. Stopping member; 3621. Sliding part; 3622. Stopping part; 363. Second elastic member. Detailed Implementation
[0065] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the invention and not intended to limit it. Furthermore, it should be noted that, for ease of description, the accompanying drawings show only the parts relevant to the present invention, and not all of the structures.
[0066] In the description of this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "connected," "linked," and "fixed" 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. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention based on the specific circumstances.
[0067] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.
[0068] In the description of this embodiment, the terms "upper," "lower," "right," etc., refer to the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for ease of description and simplification of operation, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on the present invention. In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are used only for distinction in description and have no special meaning.
[0069] The technical solution of the present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.
[0070] like Figures 1 to 13 As shown, this embodiment provides a snack combination feeding device, which includes a mounting base 1, a feeding rotary pusher 2, and multiple discharging modules 3. The mounting base 1 is provided with a receiving cavity 11 and multiple mounting cavities 12, each mounting cavity 12 communicating with the receiving cavity 11. The multiple discharging modules 3 are detachably connected to the multiple mounting cavities 12, and each discharging module 3 is provided with a discharging port 30 communicating with the receiving cavity 11. The feeding rotary pusher 2 is rotatably mounted on the bottom wall of the receiving cavity 11, and the feeding rotary pusher 2 is provided with a receiving groove 20. Rotating the feeding rotary pusher 2 connects the receiving trough 20 with the discharge port 30 of one of the discharging modules 3, causing the snacks 100 in the discharging module 3 to fall into the receiving trough 20. Rotating the feeding rotary pusher 2 again pushes the snacks 100 in the receiving trough 20 to the discharge port 110 on the bottom wall of the receiving chamber 11. Since the receiving trough 20 can only align with the discharge port 30 of one of the discharging modules 3 at a time, the feeding rotary pusher 2 can be rotated according to the feeding ratio of the snacks 100 to control the number of times the receiving trough 20 aligns with each discharge port 30, thereby improving the pet's absorption of the nutrients from the snacks 100.
[0071] Specifically, in this embodiment, such as Figure 3 As shown, the mounting base 1 has two mounting cavities 12, which are spaced apart on both sides of the receiving cavity 11. In other embodiments, the number of mounting cavities 12 can be set as needed.
[0072] Additionally, in this embodiment, refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3The receiving cavity 11 is circular, and the feeding rotary pusher 2 is also circular. The receiving groove 20 on the feeding rotary pusher 2 is semi-arc-shaped, and correspondingly, an arc-shaped groove is provided on the side wall of the receiving cavity 11. When the feeding rotary pusher 2 rotates until the receiving groove 20 is aligned with the feeding port 110, the shape of the receiving groove 20 and the arc-shaped groove after splicing is the same as that of the feeding port 110, so that the snack 100 in the receiving groove 20 can be quickly fed out. In other embodiments, the shape of the feeding rotary pusher 2 can be set as needed, and is not specifically limited here. In addition, multiple reinforcing plates are provided on the feeding rotary pusher 2 to enhance its connection strength and extend its service life.
[0073] Optionally, refer to Figure 3 As shown, each mounting cavity 12 and receiving cavity 11 is provided with a discharge channel 17. The height of the discharge channel 17 near the mounting cavity 12 is higher than the height of the discharge channel 17 near the receiving cavity 11. With the above arrangement, under the action of its own gravity, the snack 100 can smoothly fall from the discharge port 30 into the receiving trough 20, avoiding the phenomenon of the snack 100 being blocked.
[0074] Optionally, refer to Figure 4 The discharging module 3 includes a fixing component 31, a snack bin 32, and a rotating component 33. The fixing component 31 includes a first fixing seat 311 and a second fixing seat 312. The first fixing seat 311 is fixed within the mounting cavity 12, and the second fixing seat 312 is detachably connected to the first fixing seat 311. A connecting portion 3120 is provided at the end of the second fixing seat 312 away from the first fixing seat 311, and the snack bin 32 is detachably connected to the connecting portion 3120. A first groove 3111 is formed on the first fixing seat 311, and a second groove 3121 is formed on the second fixing seat 312. The first groove 3111 and the second groove 3121 surround a discharging port 30 (not shown in the figure). The discharging port 30 communicates with the receiving cavity 11. Snacks 100 in the snack bin 32 can fall into the receiving groove 20 on the discharging rotating push plate 2 through the discharging port 30. Figure 5 As shown, the rotating assembly 33 includes a fixed plate 331 and a rotating component 332. The fixed plate 331 is fixed to the bottom wall of the mounting cavity 12, and the rotating component 332 is rotatably mounted on the fixed plate 331, passing through the first fixed seat 311 and the second fixed seat 312. Rotating the rotating component 332 can stir the snacks 100 in the snack container 32, and push the snacks 100 from the discharge port 30 into the receiving trough 20, ensuring the smooth discharge of the snacks 100; at the same time, it can prevent the snacks 100 from getting stuck.
[0075] Specifically, in this embodiment, we continue to refer to... Figure 4The first fixing seat 311 is provided with multiple connecting posts, each of which has a connecting hole extending vertically; the second fixing seat 312 has multiple connecting rods protruding from one end facing the first fixing seat 311, and the multiple connecting rods are inserted into the multiple connecting holes one by one to realize the connection between the second fixing seat 312 and the first fixing seat 311.
[0076] In addition, the connecting part 3120 of the second fixed seat 312 opposite to the first fixed seat 311 is provided with an internal thread, and the snack bucket 32 is provided with an external thread at the end near the second fixed seat 312. The snack bucket 32 and the second fixed seat 312 are detachably connected by the threaded connection, which is simple in structure and convenient in operation.
[0077] Specifically, such as Figure 4 As shown, the first fixed base 311 is provided with a first clearance channel 3115 that runs vertically through it, and the second fixed base 312 is provided with a second clearance channel that runs vertically through it. The rotating component 332 passes through the first clearance channel 3115 and the second clearance channel in sequence to rotate and stir the snack 100 in the snack bucket 32, and push the snack 100 in the snack bucket 32 into the receiving trough 20 to ensure the smooth discharge of the snack 100.
[0078] For example, in this embodiment, the rotating component 33 is provided with two rotating paddles, both of which rotate around the center of the rotating component 33; in other embodiments, the number of rotating paddles of the rotating component 33 can be set as needed, and is not specifically limited here.
[0079] Optionally, the discharge module 3 also includes a drive mechanism 34. The drive mechanism 34 is mounted on the mounting base 1, and the output end of the drive mechanism 34 is connected to the rotating component 332 to drive the rotation of the rotating component 332.
[0080] Specifically, in this embodiment, the output end of the drive mechanism 34 of the discharge module 3 is eccentrically positioned. Furthermore, the discharge rotary pusher 2 is also equipped with a corresponding drive mechanism 34. Exemplarily, the drive mechanism 34 is a motor commonly used in the art.
[0081] Additionally, refer to Figure 6 The mounting base 1 has multiple first fastening holes on its bottom side; refer to Figure 7 The drive mechanism 34 is provided with a plurality of second fastening holes, and fasteners are sequentially inserted into the first fastening holes and the second fastening holes to fix the drive mechanism 34 onto the mounting base 1. For example, the first fastening hole is a threaded hole, and the fastener is a bolt or screw, etc.
[0082] Furthermore, a connecting component 35 is provided between the output end of the drive mechanism 34 and the rotating component 33. For example... Figure 7 and Figure 8As shown, the connecting assembly 35 includes a first rotating plate 351, a second rotating plate 352, a first elastic element 353, and a mounting cover 354. (Combined) Figure 6 A through hole 120 is provided on the bottom wall of the mounting cavity 12. A first rotating plate 351 is connected to the output end of the drive mechanism 34 and is rotatably mounted at the through hole 120. A second rotating plate 352 is spaced apart from the first rotating plate 351. A rotating assembly 33 is connected to the end of the second rotating plate 352 facing away from the first rotating plate 351. A first elastic member 353 is connected between the first rotating plate 351 and the second rotating plate 352. The end of the second rotating plate 352 away from the first elastic member 353 is connected to the rotating assembly 33. A mounting cover 354 is fitted onto the second rotating plate 352. When the snack container 32 is replaced, when the snack container 32 is aligned, the rotating assembly 33 will be subjected to a downward force, which will cause the second rotating plate 352 to move down, squeezing the first elastic member 353, providing tactile feedback to the operator, and improving the efficiency of snack 100 replacement.
[0083] Specifically, continue to refer to Figure 7 and Figure 8 In this embodiment, the first rotating plate 351 has a connecting through hole, and the output end of the driving mechanism 34 extends into the connecting through hole; the second rotating plate 352 has a plurality of first locking protrusions 3521, which are distributed circumferentially; correspondingly, combined with Figure 5 The bottom side of the rotating component 332 is provided with a plurality of first engaging grooves 3321, and a plurality of first engaging protrusions 3521 are correspondingly engaged in the plurality of first engaging grooves 3321. The second rotating plate 352 is provided with a plurality of second engaging grooves 3522 spaced apart along the circumference, and the second engaging grooves 3522 extend vertically; correspondingly, the mounting cover 354 is provided with a plurality of second engaging protrusions 3541 along the circumference, and the plurality of second engaging protrusions 3541 are correspondingly engaged in the second engaging grooves 3522, so as to improve the overall stability of the connecting component 35.
[0084] For example, the first elastic element 353 is a spring commonly used in the art; in other embodiments, the first elastic element 353 may also be elastic rubber.
[0085] Furthermore, referring to Figure 4 and Figure 10 The discharge module 3 also includes a stop assembly 36, which includes a fixing member 361 (not shown in the figure), a stop member 362, and a second elastic member 363. The first fixing seat 311 is provided with a guide groove 3113; combined with... Figure 11The fixing member 361 is fixed to the bottom wall of the mounting cavity 12 and extends into the guide groove 3113; the stop member 362 includes a sliding part 3621 and a stop part 3622. One end of the sliding part 3621 extends slidably into the guide groove 3113 and abuts against the fixing member 361, and the other end is provided with a second elastic member 363 between the second fixing seats 312; the stop part 3622 is connected to the sliding part 3621. Figure 5 The guide groove 3113 has a circumferential protrusion 3114 on the side wall near the mounting base 1. When the snack bucket 32 needs to be replaced, the first fixing seat 311 and the second fixing seat 312 are pulled upward. When the first fixing seat 311 moves upward until the protrusion 3114 abuts against the sliding part 3621, it will drive the stop 362 to move upward together, so that the sliding part 3621 separates from the fixing part 361 on the fixing base. At this time, the sliding part 3621 will move downward under the elastic force of the second elastic member 363 and abut against the fixing part 361 again, so that the stop 3622 stops at the discharge port 30, preventing the snacks 100 in the snack bucket 32 from flowing out.
[0086] Specifically, refer to Figure 4 Multiple vertically extending strip columns are provided on the side wall of the guide groove 3113. The outer peripheral wall of the sliding part 3621 can slide against the multiple strip columns to reduce the contact area between the sliding part 3621 and the guide groove 3113, so as to ensure the smooth movement of the sliding part 3621.
[0087] Exemplarily, in this embodiment, reference is made to Figure 3 The fastener 361, which is mounted on the bottom wall of the mounting cavity 12, is cross-shaped; correspondingly, refer to Figure 10 The sliding part 3621 is provided with an abutting part that is adapted to the fixing member 361; in other embodiments, the fixing member 361 may also be in other structural forms.
[0088] For example, the second elastic element 363 is a spring commonly used in the art; in other embodiments, the second elastic element 363 may also be elastic rubber.
[0089] Optionally, the mounting base 1 is provided with multiple snap-fit components 13, and each mounting cavity 12 is provided with one snap-fit component 13, such as... Figure 1 As shown, the snap-fit assembly 13 includes an operating member 131 and a snap-fit member 132. The operating member 131 is slidably disposed on the mounting base 1, which has a clearance hole 14. One end of the operating member 131 extends out of the clearance hole 14, and the other end is connected to the snap-fit member 132. Figure 4 The first fixed seat 311 is provided with a snap-fit part 3112. The snap-fit part 132 can extend into the mounting cavity 12 and engage with the snap-fit part 3112 to fix the first fixed seat 311 in the mounting cavity 12 and enhance the stability of the discharge module 3.
[0090] Furthermore, referring to Figure 1 Multiple snap-fit connectors 132 are provided, and the multiple snap-fit connectors 132 are spaced apart on both sides of the mounting cavity 12. Each snap-fit connector 132 is connected to the operating member 131. Figure 3 The mounting base 1 is provided with multiple first guide grooves 15, each of which is connected to the mounting cavity 12. Multiple snap-fit pieces 132 are slidably disposed within the multiple first guide grooves 15. Correspondingly, the first fixing seat 311 is provided with multiple snap-fit parts 3112. Pulling the operating member 131 can simultaneously drive the multiple snap-fit pieces 132 to snap into the multiple snap-fit parts 3112. The above configuration can improve the stability of the first fixing seat 311; moreover, the operation is simple and convenient, which can improve the installation efficiency.
[0091] Specifically, in this embodiment, each discharge module 3 is provided with two corresponding snap-fit components 132. For example... Figure 3 As shown, a third elastic member 151 is provided in the first guide groove 15. The two ends of the third elastic member 151 abut against the snap-fit member 132 and the side wall of the first guide groove 15, respectively. Figure 11 The snap-fit member 132 is provided with a first guide portion 1322, and a third elastic member 151 is sleeved on the first guide portion 1322 to provide guidance for the elastic deformation of the third elastic member 151. Under the elastic force of the third elastic member 151, the stability of the snap-fit member 132 engaging with the snap-fit portion 3112 can be improved; in other embodiments, the number of snap-fit members 132 can be set as needed.
[0092] For example, the third elastic element 151 is a spring commonly used in the art, and the first guide portion 1322 is cross-shaped; in other embodiments, the third elastic element 151 may also be elastic rubber, and the first guide portion 1322 may also be other structural forms.
[0093] Optionally, refer to Figure 12 The snap-fit component 132 has a protruding slide rod 1321; see reference. Figure 13 The first connecting seat is provided with a guide hole 1311, and the slide rod 1321 is slidably disposed in the guide hole 1311; pulling the operating part 131 can simultaneously drive multiple snap-fit parts 132 to move, thereby improving work efficiency.
[0094] Specifically, in this embodiment, such as Figure 13 As shown, the guide hole 1311 is triangular. (Refer to...) Figure 1When the snack container 32 needs to be replaced, the operating member 131 is moved in the direction toward the inside of the mounting base 1, and the slide rod 1321 moves along the side wall of the guide hole 1311, which will drive the snap-fit member 132 to move away from the first fixed base 311, so that the snap-fit member 132 disengages from the snap-fit part 3112 of the first fixed base 311.
[0095] Optionally, continue to refer to Figure 13 The operating component 131 is provided with multiple second guide grooves 1312; combined with Figure 3 The mounting base 1 has multiple protruding limiting posts 16, which extend one-to-one into multiple second guide grooves 1312. This arrangement provides guidance for the movement of the operating component 131, ensuring the accuracy of the movement direction of the operating component 131.
[0096] Specifically, in this embodiment, four second guide grooves 1312 and four limiting posts 16 are provided; in other embodiments, the number of second guide grooves 1312 and four limiting posts 16 can be set as needed.
[0097] Optionally, refer to Figure 3 A fourth elastic member 1313 is provided between the operating member 131 and the mounting base 1. The extension direction of the fourth elastic member 1313 is the same as the movement direction of the operating member 131. Under the elastic force of the fourth elastic member 1313, the operating member 131 can be pressed against the mounting base 1, preventing the operating member 131 from moving under external disturbances, and further improving the engagement stability of the locking member 132 and the locking part 3112 on the first connecting seat.
[0098] Specifically, in this embodiment, such as Figure 13 As shown, the operating member 131 is provided with a second guide part 1314, and the fourth elastic member 1313 is sleeved on the second guide part 1314 to provide a guiding function for the deformation of the fourth elastic member 1313.
[0099] For example, the fourth elastic element 1313 is a spring commonly used in the art, and the second guide portion 1314 is cross-shaped; in other embodiments, the fourth elastic element 1313 may also be elastic rubber, and the second guide portion 1314 may also be other structural forms.
[0100] This embodiment also provides a method for feeding a combination of 100 snacks, applied to the above-mentioned snack combination feeding device, including the following steps:
[0101] S1: Rotate the feeding rotary push plate 2 so that the receiving groove 20 is aligned with a discharge port 30, and the snack 100 in the discharge module 3 falls into the receiving groove 20;
[0102] Specifically, in this embodiment, the above steps involve rotating the feeding rotary pusher 2 so that the receiving groove 20 is aligned with the discharge port 30 of one of the discharge modules 3. The rotating component 332 rotates under the drive of the drive mechanism 34, pushing the snacks 100 in the snack bucket 32 out of the discharge port 30 and into the receiving groove 20 through the discharge channel 17.
[0103] S2: Rotate the feeding rotary pusher 2 to push the snack 100 in the receiving trough 20 to the feeding port 110;
[0104] In this specific embodiment, the above steps involve rotating the feeding pusher 2 until the receiving groove 20 aligns with the arc-shaped groove on the side wall of the receiving cavity 11, so that the snacks 100 in the receiving groove 20 are fed into the pet bowl through the feeding port 110.
[0105] Repeat steps S1 and S2, wherein the number of times the receiving groove 20 on the feeding rotary pusher 2 is aligned and connected with the discharge port 30 of different discharge modules 3 is controlled according to the feeding ratio of snack 100.
[0106] In this specific embodiment, the above steps involve rotating the feeding rotary pusher 2 and controlling the alignment frequency of the receiving trough 20 and the discharge port 30 on the feeding rotary pusher 2 according to the feeding ratio of the snack 100, so as to improve the pet's absorption of nutrients from the snack 100.
[0107] Obviously, the above embodiments of the present invention are merely examples for clearly illustrating the present invention, and are not intended to limit the implementation of the present invention. Those skilled in the art will be able to make various obvious changes, readjustments, and substitutions without departing from the scope of protection of the present invention. It is neither necessary nor possible to exhaustively describe all embodiments here. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included within the scope of protection of the claims of the present invention.
Claims
1. A snack combination feeding device, characterized in that, It includes a mounting base (1), a material feeding rotary push plate (2), and multiple material discharge modules (3); The mounting base (1) is provided with a receiving cavity (11) and a plurality of mounting cavities (12), each of the mounting cavities (12) being connected to the receiving cavity (11). The material discharge rotating push plate (2) is rotatably disposed on the bottom wall of the receiving cavity (11), and a material discharge port (110) is provided on the bottom wall of the receiving cavity (11). A plurality of material discharge modules (3) are detachably disposed in the plurality of mounting cavities (12) in a corresponding manner, and each of the material discharge modules (3) is provided with a material discharge port (30), which is connected to the receiving cavity (11). The feeding rotary pusher plate (2) is provided with a receiving groove (20). When the receiving groove (20) is connected to the discharge port (30), the snacks in the discharge module (3) will fall into the receiving groove (20). Rotating the feeding rotary pusher plate (2) can push the snacks (100) in the receiving groove (20) to the discharge port (110). The discharge module (3) includes a fixed component (31), a snack bucket (32), and a rotating component (33); The fixing component (31) is fixed in the mounting cavity (12), and the snack bucket (32) is detachably connected to the fixing component (31); The rotating assembly (33) includes a fixed plate (331) and a rotating component (332). The fixed plate (331) is fixed to the bottom wall of the mounting cavity (12). The rotating component (332) is rotatably disposed on the fixed plate (331) and passes through the fixed assembly (31). The rotating component (332) is rotated to push the snacks (100) in the snack bucket (32) from the discharge port (30) into the receiving groove (20). The discharge module (3) also includes a drive mechanism (34), which is disposed on the mounting base (1), and the output end of the drive mechanism (34) is connected to the rotating component (332). A connecting component (35) is provided between the output end of the drive mechanism (34) and the rotating component (33). The connecting component (35) includes a first rotating plate (351), a second rotating plate (352), a first elastic element (353), and a mounting cover (354). The bottom wall of the mounting cavity (12) is provided with a through hole (120). The first rotating plate (351) is connected to the output end of the driving mechanism (34) and is rotatably disposed at the through hole (120). The second rotating plate (352) is spaced apart from the first rotating plate (351). The rotating member (332) is connected to the end of the second rotating plate (352) away from the first rotating plate (351). The first elastic member (353) is connected between the first rotating plate (351) and the second rotating plate (352). The mounting cover (354) is sleeved on the second rotating plate (352) and abuts against the first rotating plate (351).
2. The snack combination feeding device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The fixing component (31) includes a first fixing seat (311) and a second fixing seat (312). The first fixing seat (311) is fixed in the mounting cavity (12), and the second fixing seat (312) is detachably connected to the first fixing seat (311). A connecting part (3120) is provided at one end of the second fixing seat (312) away from the first fixing seat (311), and the snack bucket (32) is detachably connected to the connecting part (3120). The discharging module (3) also includes a stop component (36). The component (36) includes a fixing member (361), a stop member (362), and a second elastic member (363); the first fixing seat (311) is provided with a guide groove (3113), the fixing member (361) is fixed to the bottom wall of the mounting cavity (12) and extends into the guide groove (3113); one end of the stop member (362) is slidably inserted into the guide groove (3113) and abuts against the fixing member (361), and the other end is provided with the second elastic member (363) between it and the second fixing seat (312). The guide groove (3113) has a protrusion (3114) on its side wall. Under the elastic force of the second elastic member (363), the stop member (362) moves down to stop at the discharge port (30).
3. The snack combination feeding device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The mounting base (1) is provided with a plurality of snap-fit components (13), and each mounting cavity (12) is provided with a corresponding snap-fit component (13); the snap-fit component (13) includes an operating component (131) and a snap-fit component (132). The operating component (131) is slidably disposed on the mounting base (1). The mounting base (1) is provided with a clearance hole (14). One end of the operating component (131) extends out of the clearance hole (14), and the other end is connected to the snap-fit component (132). The fixing component (31) is provided with a snap-fit part (3112), and the snap-fit member (132) can extend into the mounting cavity (12) and engage with the snap-fit part (3112).
4. The snack combination feeding device according to claim 3, characterized in that, Multiple snap-fit components (132) are provided, and the multiple snap-fit components (132) are spaced apart on both sides of the mounting cavity (12), and each snap-fit component (132) is connected to the operating component (131). The mounting base (1) is provided with a plurality of first guide grooves (15), each of the first guide grooves (15) is connected to the mounting cavity (12), and a plurality of snap-fit pieces (132) are slidably disposed in the plurality of first guide grooves (15) in a corresponding manner; The fixing component (31) is provided with a plurality of the snap-fit parts (3112). Pulling the operating component (131) can simultaneously drive the plurality of snap-fit parts (132) to snap into the plurality of snap-fit parts (3112) one by one.
5. The snack combination feeding device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The operating component (131) is provided with a plurality of second guide grooves (1312), and the mounting base (1) is provided with a plurality of limiting posts (16), which extend into the plurality of second guide grooves (1312) in a corresponding manner.
6. The snack combination feeding device according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, Each of the mounting cavities (12) and the receiving cavity (11) is provided with a discharge channel (17), and the height of the discharge channel (17) near the mounting cavity (12) is higher than the height of the discharge channel (17) near the receiving cavity (11).
7. A method for feeding a combination of snacks, characterized in that, The application of the snack combination feeding device as described in any one of claims 1-6 includes the following steps: S1: Rotate the feeding rotary push plate (2) so that the receiving groove (20) is aligned with the discharge port (30) of one of the discharge modules (3) and the snacks (100) in the discharge module (3) fall into the receiving groove (20); S2: Rotate the feeding rotary pusher (2) to push the snack (100) in the receiving groove (20) to the feeding port (110). Repeat steps S1 and S2, wherein the number of times the receiving groove (20) on the feeding rotary pusher (2) is aligned and connected with the discharge port (30) of different discharge modules (3) is controlled according to the feeding ratio of the snack (100).