An automatic small animal capturing device for a substation

Abstract

The application discloses a substation small animal automatic capturing device, which comprises a bottom plate for fixing the substation small animal automatic capturing device, an attracting mechanism arranged at one end of the top surface of the bottom plate and used for attracting small animals and putting baits, and a capturing mechanism arranged at the side of the attracting mechanism and comprising a storage device and a trap device. The trap device is used for automatically starting after receiving a signal triggered by the attracting mechanism and capturing small animals entering the device. The substation small animal automatic capturing device realizes efficient and automatic prevention and treatment of small animals in the substation through the close combination of the attracting mechanism and the capturing mechanism. The substation small animal automatic capturing device can effectively prevent the safety hazards such as short circuit and trip caused by small animals entering the live equipment area, and reduces the damage of equipment and economic losses.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of substation protection technology, specifically to an automatic animal capture device for substations. Background Technology

[0002] During the operation of substations, small animals frequently enter the energized equipment areas, causing short circuits and tripping accidents, resulting in equipment damage and power outages. This not only affects the safe and stable operation of the equipment but also causes considerable economic losses. Therefore, preventing small animals from entering substations is one of the important measures to ensure their safe operation.

[0003] Existing methods for controlling small animals in substations are relatively simplistic, relying primarily on manpower for inspections. While some substations utilize multi-functional small animal control devices, these methods sometimes fail to address the issue, as simply driving away the animals can lead to them damaging other areas. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to provide an automatic small animal capture device for substations, so as to effectively prevent small animals from entering the energized area of ​​the substation, thereby reducing accidents caused by small animals and ensuring the safe and stable operation of the power grid.

[0005] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention provides an automatic small animal capture device for substations, comprising:

[0006] The base plate is used to fix the automatic small animal capture device in the substation.

[0007] The lure mechanism is located at one end of the top surface of the base plate and is used to attract small animals to approach and throw bait. The lure mechanism specifically includes a base, a bait replenishment device, a fan motor and fan blades.

[0008] A capture mechanism is disposed on the side of the lure mechanism. The capture mechanism specifically includes a storage device and a trap device. The trap device is used to automatically activate after receiving a signal triggered by the lure mechanism to capture small animals that have entered the device.

[0009] Preferably, the base is fixedly connected to the top surface of the base plate, and a buffer plate is fixedly connected to the side surface of the base; a first elastic plate is fixedly connected to the inner bottom surface of the base, a pressure sensor is fixedly connected to the top surface of the first elastic plate, a first spring rod is fixedly connected to one end of the top surface of the first elastic plate, and a first top plate is fixedly connected to the top surface of the first spring rod.

[0010] Preferably, a first contact rod is fixedly connected to the center of the bottom surface of the first top plate, the first contact rod is movably connected to the top surface of the pressure sensor, a hole is opened on the inner side of the base, the fan motor is fixedly connected in the hole, the output shaft of the fan motor is fixedly connected to the fan blade, a filter screen is fixedly connected to one end of the hole on the inner side of the base, an inlet is opened on the inner top surface of the base, and the bait replenishment device is fixedly connected to the top surface of the base.

[0011] Preferably, the bait replenishment device includes a housing, which is fixedly connected to the top surface of the base. A drain plate is fixedly connected inside the housing. A rotating motor is fixedly connected to the center of the top surface of the drain plate. A lever is fixedly connected to the output shaft of the rotating motor and is slidably connected to the top surface of the drain plate.

[0012] Preferably, a perforated turntable is fixedly connected to the bottom end of the output shaft of the rotating motor, the top surface of the perforated turntable is slidably connected to the bottom surface of the perforated plate, a threaded opening is fixedly connected to the top surface of the outer shell, a top cover is threadedly connected to the outer surface of the threaded opening, and a first handle is fixedly connected to the top surface of the top cover.

[0013] Preferably, the storage device is fixedly connected to the side of the base, a capture shell is fixedly connected to the top surface of the storage device, an inlet is fixedly connected to the side of the capture shell, a mounting plate is fixedly connected to the bottom surface of the capture shell, and the trap device is fixedly connected to the side of the mounting plate.

[0014] Preferably, the trap device includes a rotating rod rotatably connected to the inside of the side of the mounting plate, a linkage plate fixedly connected to the side of the rotating rod, a trap motor fixedly connected to the side of the linkage plate, the trap motor fixedly connected to the side of the mounting plate, and the trap motor electrically connected to the pressure sensor.

[0015] Preferably, a connecting buckle is fixedly connected to the side of the linkage plate, a movable buckle is movably connected inside the connecting buckle, a trap plate is fixedly connected to the top surface of the movable buckle, a hinge is fixedly connected to the side of the trap plate, the other end of the hinge is fixedly connected to the bottom surface of the capture housing, a return spring is fixedly connected to the top surface of the linkage plate, and the other end of the return spring is fixedly connected to the bottom of the capture housing.

[0016] Preferably, the storage device includes a base plate, which is fixedly connected to the side of the storage device. A second spring plate is fixedly connected to the side of the base plate. A pressure sensor and a second spring rod are fixedly connected inside the top surface of the second spring plate. A second top plate is fixedly connected to the top surface of the second spring rod. A second contact rod is fixedly connected to the center of the bottom surface of the second top plate. The second contact rod is movably connected to the top surface of the pressure sensor. The pressure sensor is electrically connected to the rotating motor. A removal device is slidably connected to the top surface of the second top plate.

[0017] Preferably, the retrieval device includes a temporary storage box, which is slidably connected to the top surface of the second top plate. A handle is fixedly connected to the side of the temporary storage box, and a groove is provided inside the side of the handle. A cover plate is slidably connected inside the groove, and a cover plate handle is fixedly connected to the side of the cover plate.

[0018] The implementation of this invention offers the following advantages: By tightly integrating the attracting and capturing mechanisms, efficient and automated control of small animals within substations is achieved. This invention not only effectively prevents small animals from entering energized equipment areas, thus reducing safety hazards such as short circuits and tripping, and minimizing equipment damage and economic losses, but also employs automatic bait replenishment technology to ensure long-term attracting effectiveness. Simultaneously, the contactless removal design protects operator safety and prevents accidents. Furthermore, this invention features a robust structure, convenient installation, and a wide range of applications, providing a solid guarantee for the safe operation of substations and enhancing the stability and reliability of the power grid. Attached Figure Description

[0019] 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.

[0020] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of an automatic small animal capture device for substations according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0021] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the enticement mechanism in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0022] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the bait replenishment device in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0023] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the capture mechanism in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0024] Figure 5This is a schematic diagram of the trap device in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0025] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the storage device in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0026] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the extraction device in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0027] The attached figures are labeled as follows: 1. Base plate; 2. Lure mechanism; 21. Base; 22. Bait replenishment device; 221. Outer shell; 222. Threaded opening; 223. Diffuser plate; 224. Diffuser turntable; 225. Rotating motor; 226. Lever; 227. Top cover; 228. First handle; 23. First spring plate; 24. First spring rod; 25. First top plate; 26. First contact rod; 27. Pressure sensor; 28. Fan motor; 29. ​​Fan blade; 210. Filter screen; 211. Buffer plate; 3. Capture mechanism; 31. Storage device; 311. Underground plate; 3 12. Second spring plate; 313. Second spring rod; 314. Pressure sensor; 315. Second top plate; 316. Second contact rod; 317. Retrieval device; 3171. Temporary storage box; 3172. Temporary storage box handle; 3173. Slide groove; 3174. Cover handle; 3175. Cover; 32. Capture shell; 33. Inlet; 34. Mounting plate; 35. Trap device; 351. Hinge; 352. Trap plate; 353. Movable buckle; 354. Connecting buckle; 355. Linkage plate; 356. Trap motor; 357. Rotating rod; 358. Return spring. Detailed Implementation

[0028] The following descriptions of various embodiments are based on the accompanying drawings, illustrating specific embodiments in which the present invention can be implemented. In the description of the present invention, it should be understood that the terms "longitudinal," "length," "circumferential," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating orientations or positional relationships, are based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings and are only for the convenience of describing the present 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 the present invention.

[0029] Please refer to the following at the same time Figure 1-7 As shown, an embodiment of the present invention provides an automatic small animal capture device for substations, comprising:

[0030] Base plate 1 is used to fix the automatic small animal capture equipment in the substation;

[0031] The attraction mechanism 2 is located at one end of the top surface of the base plate 1. The attraction mechanism specifically includes a base 21, a bait replenishment device 22, a fan motor 28 and a fan blade 29, which are used to attract small animals to approach and release bait.

[0032] The capture mechanism 3 is located on the side of the lure mechanism 2. The capture mechanism 3 specifically includes a storage device 31 and a trap device 35. The trap device 35 is used to automatically activate after receiving a signal triggered by the lure mechanism 2 to capture small animals that have entered the device.

[0033] Specifically, in this embodiment of the invention, the base 21 is fixedly connected to the top surface of the base plate 1, and a buffer plate 211 is fixedly connected to the side surface of the base 21. A first elastic plate 23 is fixedly connected to the bottom surface of the base 21, a pressure sensor 27 is fixedly connected to the top surface of the first elastic plate 23, a first spring rod 24 is fixedly connected to one end of the top surface of the first elastic plate 23, a first top plate 25 is fixedly connected to the top surface of the first spring rod 24, a first contact rod 26 is fixedly connected to the middle of the bottom surface of the first top plate 25, and the first contact rod 26 is movably connected to the top surface of the pressure sensor 27. Holes are opened on the inner side surface of the base 21, a fan motor 28 is fixedly connected to the holes on the inner side surface of the base 21, a fan blade 29 is fixedly connected to the output shaft of the fan motor 28, a filter screen 210 is fixedly connected to one end of the holes on the inner side surface of the base 21, an inlet is opened on the inner top surface of the base 21, and a bait replenishment device 22 is fixedly connected to the top surface of the base 21.

[0034] In this embodiment, by burying the lower half of the entire device underground, small animals can be lured into the capture mechanism 3 by the lure mechanism 2 for capture. The buffer plate 211 cushions the small animals when they fall, preventing them from being injured. The bait replenishment device 22 throws bait onto the top surface of the first top plate 25. The fan motor 28 drives the filter 210 to rotate and generate wind, spreading the scent of the bait on the top surface of the first top plate 25 to lure animals. When an animal comes into the device, eats the bait, and escapes, the first top plate 25 leaves the pressure sensor 27, triggering the capture mechanism 3 to capture the small animal.

[0035] As a further improvement of the embodiment of the present invention, preferably, the bait replenishment device 22 includes a housing 221, which is fixedly connected to the top surface of the base 21. A drain plate 223 is fixedly connected inside the housing 221. A rotating motor 225 is fixedly connected to the middle of the top surface of the drain plate 223. A lever 226 is fixedly connected to the output shaft of the rotating motor 225. The lever 226 is slidably connected to the top surface of the drain plate 223. A drain hole turntable 224 is fixedly connected to the bottom end of the output shaft of the rotating motor 225. The top surface of the drain hole turntable 224 is slidably connected to the bottom surface of the drain plate 223. A threaded opening 222 is fixedly connected to the top surface of the housing 221. A top cover 227 is threadedly connected to the outer surface of the threaded opening 222. A first handle 228 is fixedly connected to the top surface of the top cover 227.

[0036] In this embodiment, the bait placed inside the bait replenishment device 22 can fall through the drain plate 223 inside the outer shell 221. When an animal falls into the capture mechanism 3, it triggers the pressure sensor 314, causing the rotating motor 225 to rotate, which in turn drives the lever 226 and the drain hole turntable 224 to rotate. The bait accumulated inside the outer shell 221 falls through the holes of the drain hole turntable 224 under the push of the lever 226. When the drain hole turntable 224 is not triggered, it will close the holes to prevent small animals from entering the interior of the bait replenishment device 22. When the bait is used up, the top cover 227 can be opened to add more bait.

[0037] Preferably, the capture mechanism 3 includes a storage device 31, which is fixedly connected to the side of the base 21. A capture housing 32 is fixedly connected to the top surface of the storage device 31. An inlet 33 is fixedly connected to the side of the capture housing 32. A mounting plate 34 is fixedly connected to the bottom surface of the capture housing 32. A trap device 35 is fixedly connected to the side of the mounting plate 34. The trap device 35 includes a rotating rod 357, which is rotatably connected to the inside of the side of the mounting plate 34. A linkage plate 355 is fixedly connected to the side of the rotating rod 357. A trap motor 356 is fixedly connected to the side of the linkage plate 355. The trap motor 356 is fixedly connected to the side of the mounting plate 34. The trap motor 356 is electrically connected to the pressure sensor 27. The side of the linkage plate 355 is fixedly connected to the connecting buckle 354. The inside of the connecting buckle 354 is movably connected to the movable buckle 353. The top surface of the movable buckle 353 is fixedly connected to the trap plate 352. The side of the trap plate 352 is fixedly connected to the hinge 351. The other end of the hinge 351 is fixedly connected to the bottom surface of the capture housing 32. The top surface of the linkage plate 355 is fixedly connected to the return spring 358. The other end of the return spring 358 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the capture housing 32.

[0038] In this embodiment, by burying the storage device 31 underground, the capture shell 32 and the bottom surface are level, making it easier for animals to enter. The entrance 33 makes it easier for animals to enter. When an animal enters the capture mechanism 3, finishes eating the bait in the lure mechanism 2, and leaves, it will trigger the pressure sensor 27. At this time, the trap motor 356 drives the linkage plate 355 to rotate, causing the trap plate 352 to rotate rapidly around the hinge 351. At this time, the animal leaving the top surface of the trap plate 352 will fall into the storage device 31 along the opened trap plate 352. The trap plate 352 will quickly rebound under the action of the return spring 358 to prevent the animal from escaping.

[0039] Preferably, the storage device 31 includes a base plate 311, which is fixedly connected to the side of the storage device 31. A second spring plate 312 is fixedly connected to the side of the base plate 311. A pressure sensor 314 is fixedly connected inside the top surface of the second spring plate 312. A second spring rod 313 is fixedly connected inside the top surface of the second spring plate 312. A second top plate 315 is fixedly connected to the top surface of the second spring rod 313. A second contact rod 316 is fixedly connected to the center of the bottom surface of the second top plate 315. The second contact rod 316 is movably connected to the pressure sensor 314. On the top surface of the second top plate 315, the pressure sensor 314 is electrically connected to the rotating motor 225. The top surface of the second top plate 315 is slidably connected to the extraction device 317, which includes a temporary storage box 3171. The temporary storage box 3171 is slidably connected to the top surface of the second top plate 315. The side of the temporary storage box 3171 is fixedly connected to the temporary storage box handle 3172. The side of the temporary storage box handle 3172 is provided with a sliding groove 3173. The inside of the sliding groove 3173 is slidably connected to the cover plate 3175. The side of the cover plate 3175 is fixedly connected to the cover plate handle 3174.

[0040] In this embodiment, the underground plate 311 makes the entire device more stable when buried underground. When an animal falls into the inside of the extraction device 317, the impact force of the fall causes the second top plate 315 to move downward, triggering the pressure sensor 314 through the second contact rod 316. At this time, the rotating motor 225 will rotate to achieve the effect of replenishing the bait, which facilitates continuous attraction of small animals and achieves the effect of prevention and control. When it is necessary to remove the small animal from the extraction device 317, the cover plate 3175 is inserted from the slide 3173, and the temporary storage box handle 3172 is pulled to remove the small animal without contact.

[0041] The working principle and process of the automatic small animal capture device in substations according to an embodiment of the present invention will be explained in detail below.

[0042] Unscrew the top cover 227 using the first handle 228. Place an appropriate amount of bait inside the outer casing 221 to lure small animals. Insert the removal device 317 into the storage device 31. Remove the cover 3175 using the cover handle 3174. Bury the lower half of the entire device underground, ensuring the bottom of the entrance 33 is flush with the ground for easy entry of small animals. After installation, place a portion of bait on the top surface of the first top plate 25. Turn on the fan motor 28 to diffuse the bait's scent and attract small animals. The filter 210 prevents animals from being caught in the fan blades 29 and getting injured. When an animal eats the bait and escapes, the pressure sensor 27 is triggered, causing the electrically connected trap motor 356 to rotate, opening the trap plate 352. Small animals that escape will fall into the trap. Inside the extraction device 317, the return spring 358 causes the trap plate 352 to rebound quickly to prevent the animal from escaping. When the animal falls into the extraction device 317, the impact force causes the second top plate 315 to move downward. The second contact rod 316 triggers the pressure sensor 314 as the second top plate 315 moves. The rotating motor 225, which is electrically connected to the pressure sensor 314, rotates to replenish the bait. When it is necessary to remove the small animal from inside the storage device 31, the entire device is taken out from the ground. The cover plate 3175 is inserted into the chute 3173. The entire extraction device 317 is taken out through the temporary storage box handle 3172. Once in a suitable position, the cover plate 3175 is removed through the cover plate handle 3174 to release the animal inside the temporary storage box 3171. The entire process is conducted without contact with the animal to prevent accidents.

[0043] As described above, compared with existing technologies, the beneficial effects of this invention lie in the efficient and automated control of small animals within substations achieved through the close integration of the attracting and capturing mechanisms. This invention not only effectively prevents short circuits, tripping, and other safety hazards caused by small animals entering energized equipment areas, reducing equipment damage and economic losses, but also employs automatic bait replenishment technology to ensure long-term attracting effectiveness. Simultaneously, the contactless removal design protects operator safety and prevents accidents. Furthermore, this invention features a robust structure, convenient installation, and wide applicability, providing a solid guarantee for the safe operation of substations and improving the stability and reliability of the power grid.

[0044] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention and should not be construed as limiting the scope of the invention. Therefore, any equivalent variations made in accordance with the claims of the present invention are still within the scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. An automatic small animal capture device for substations, characterized in that, include: The base plate is used to fix the automatic small animal capture device in the substation. An attraction mechanism is disposed at one end of the top surface of the base plate to attract small animals and release bait. The attraction mechanism specifically includes a base, a bait replenishment device, a fan motor and fan blades. The base is fixedly connected to the top surface of the base plate, and a buffer plate is fixedly connected to the side of the base. A first spring plate is fixedly connected to the inner bottom surface of the base, a pressure sensor is fixedly connected to the top surface of the first spring plate, a first spring rod is fixedly connected to one end of the top surface of the first spring plate, and a first top plate is fixedly connected to the top surface of the first spring rod. A capture mechanism is disposed on the side of the lure mechanism. The capture mechanism specifically includes a storage device and a trap device. The trap device is automatically activated upon receiving a signal triggered by the lure mechanism to capture small animals that enter the device. The storage device is fixedly connected to the side of the base. A capture shell is fixedly connected to the top surface of the storage device. An entrance is fixedly connected to the side of the capture shell. A mounting plate is fixedly connected to the bottom surface of the capture shell. The trap device is fixedly connected to the side of the mounting plate. The trap device includes a rotating rod rotatably connected to the inside of the side of the mounting plate. A linkage plate is fixedly connected to the side of the rotating rod. A trap motor is fixedly connected to the side of the linkage plate. The trap motor is fixedly connected to the side of the mounting plate and electrically connected to the pressure sensor.

2. The automatic small animal capture device for substations according to claim 1, characterized in that, A first contact rod is fixedly connected to the center of the bottom surface of the first top plate. The first contact rod is movably connected to the top surface of the pressure sensor. A hole is opened on the inner side of the base. The fan motor is fixedly connected to the hole. The output shaft of the fan motor is fixedly connected to the fan blade. A filter screen is fixedly connected to one end of the hole on the inner side of the base. A delivery port is opened on the inner top surface of the base. The bait replenishment device is fixedly connected to the top surface of the base.

3. The automatic small animal capture device for substations according to claim 2, characterized in that, The bait replenishment device includes a housing, which is fixedly connected to the top surface of the base. A slug is fixedly connected inside the housing. A rotating motor is fixedly connected to the center of the top surface of the slug. A lever is fixedly connected to the output shaft of the rotating motor and is slidably connected to the top surface of the slug.

4. The automatic small animal capture device for substations according to claim 3, characterized in that, The bottom end of the output shaft of the rotating motor is fixedly connected to a perforated turntable. The top surface of the perforated turntable is slidably connected to the bottom surface of the perforated plate. The top surface of the outer shell is fixedly connected to a threaded opening. The outer surface of the threaded opening is threadedly connected to a top cover. The top surface of the top cover is fixedly connected to a first handle.

5. The automatic small animal capture device for substations according to claim 1, characterized in that, A connecting buckle is fixedly connected to the side of the linkage plate, and a movable buckle is movably connected inside the connecting buckle. A trap plate is fixedly connected to the top surface of the movable buckle. A hinge is fixedly connected to the side of the trap plate. The other end of the hinge is fixedly connected to the bottom surface of the capture housing. A return spring is fixedly connected to the top surface of the linkage plate. The other end of the return spring is fixedly connected to the bottom of the capture housing.

6. The automatic small animal capture device for substations according to claim 3, characterized in that, The storage device includes a base plate, which is fixedly connected to the side of the storage device. A second spring plate is fixedly connected to the side of the base plate. A pressure sensor and a second spring rod are fixedly connected inside the top surface of the second spring plate. A second top plate is fixedly connected to the top surface of the second spring rod. A second contact rod is fixedly connected to the center of the bottom surface of the second top plate. The second contact rod is movably connected to the top surface of the pressure sensor. The pressure sensor is electrically connected to the rotating motor. A retrieval device is slidably connected to the top surface of the second top plate.

7. The automatic small animal capture device for substations according to claim 6, characterized in that, The retrieval device includes a temporary storage box, which is slidably connected to the top surface of the second top plate. A handle is fixedly connected to the side of the temporary storage box. A groove is provided inside the side of the handle, and a cover plate is slidably connected inside the groove. A cover plate handle is fixedly connected to the side of the cover plate.

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