Fossil Box and How to Use it

Abstract

This application provides a fossil box and a method for using the fossil box. The fossil box includes a box body that can be opened and closed, a foam filling device, and several partitions. The box body has a first receiving cavity and a second receiving cavity. When the box body is closed, the first receiving cavity is sealed. The partitions are detachably installed in the first receiving cavity so that the first receiving cavity can be divided into several small chambers adapted to the size and shape of the fossil by adjusting the number and position of the partitions. The foam filling device is located in the second receiving cavity and communicates with the first receiving cavity to fill the first receiving cavity with foam. This fossil box can ensure that the fossil is not easily shaken during transportation, is not easily damaged by external impacts, and is not easily affected by moisture, dust, etc., thereby achieving safe and reliable transportation of fossils.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of fossil transportation technology, and in particular to a fossil box and a method of using the fossil box. Background Technology

[0002] Fossils are important evidence for paleontological and stratigraphic studies. However, they are easily damaged during transportation due to factors such as moisture, dust, and collisions, which can affect the quality and results of scientific research.

[0003] Therefore, ensuring the safe and reliable transportation of fossils is a technical problem that needs to be solved by those skilled in the art. Summary of the Invention

[0004] One objective of this application is to address the problem of fossils being easily damaged during transportation. To solve this technical problem, this application provides a fossil box, which includes a box body that can be opened and closed, a foam filling device, and several partitions. The box body has a first receiving cavity and a second receiving cavity. When the box body is closed, the first receiving cavity is sealed. The partitions are detachably installed in the first receiving cavity so that the first receiving cavity can be divided into several small chambers adapted to the size and shape of the fossils by adjusting the number and position of the partitions. The foam filling device is located in the second receiving cavity and communicates with the first receiving cavity to fill the first receiving cavity with foam.

[0005] In one embodiment of the fossil box, the box body includes a box body, a box lid, and a panel. The box body includes a bottom wall, side walls surrounding the bottom wall, and an opening opposite the bottom wall. The box lid includes a bottom wall, side walls surrounding the bottom wall, and an opening opposite the bottom wall. The panel is fixedly connected to the lid and covers the opening. The panel and the lid together form a second receiving cavity. When the box body is closed, the lid is detachably fixedly connected to the box body, the bottom wall of the lid covers the opening, and a sealing ring is provided between the bottom wall of the lid and the side walls. The bottom wall of the lid and the box body together form a first receiving cavity.

[0006] In one embodiment of the fossil box, the foam filling device includes an aerosol can for storing a foaming agent and a valve communicating with the aerosol can, and the panel is provided with a button for opening and closing the valve.

[0007] In one embodiment of the fossil box, the valve includes a valve stem, a spring, and a valve sleeve. The valve stem is inserted into the inner cavity of the valve sleeve. The valve sleeve has a valve inlet and a valve outlet on its side wall. The valve stem has an annular groove on its outer periphery. The valve stem is axially movable relative to the valve sleeve, allowing the annular groove to move to a position axially overlapping with the valve inlet and the valve outlet to open the valve, to move to a position axially offset from the valve inlet and the valve outlet to close the valve, and to move to change the degree of axial overlap with the valve inlet and the valve outlet to adjust the foam filling rate. One axial end of the valve stem is connected to the button, and the spring is located in the inner cavity of the valve sleeve and abuts against the other axial end of the valve stem.

[0008] In one embodiment of the fossil box, the fossil box includes an intelligent control component, which includes a circuit board and a monitoring unit. The circuit board is communicatively connected to the monitoring unit to feed back the monitoring results of the monitoring unit to the user. The monitoring unit includes a pressure monitoring element for monitoring the air pressure inside the aerosol can.

[0009] In one embodiment of the fossil box, the monitoring unit includes one or more of the following: a position sensor for monitoring the position of foam in the first containment cavity, a temperature sensor for monitoring the temperature in the first containment cavity, a humidity sensor for monitoring the humidity in the first containment cavity, and a pressure sensor for monitoring the pressure in the first containment cavity.

[0010] In one embodiment of the fossil box, the circuit board includes a wireless communication module that is communicatively connected to a user's terminal device to feed back the monitoring results of the monitoring unit to the user's terminal device. The intelligent control component includes a display screen that is disposed on the panel. The circuit board is communicatively connected to the display screen to display the monitoring results of the monitoring unit on the display screen.

[0011] In one embodiment of the fossil box, the surface of the box body is provided with an electronic tag or QR code that records fossil information.

[0012] In one embodiment of the fossil box, a handle and / or a carrying strap are fixedly connected to the box body.

[0013] In addition, this application also provides a method of using a fossil box, wherein the fossil box is any of the fossil boxes described above, and the method of use includes the following steps:

[0014] Place the fossil box horizontally, open the fossil box, and adjust the number and position of the partitions according to the size and shape of the fossil to obtain a small chamber of appropriate size;

[0015] The fossil, which is covered with a thin film, is placed in a small chamber of appropriate size;

[0016] Close the fossil box, turn on the foam filling device to fill the small cavity containing the fossil with foam, and move the fossil box after the foam has initially solidified.

[0017] The fossil box provided in this application utilizes a sealed first accommodating cavity to hold the fossil, avoiding the adverse effects of moisture and dust on the fossil during transportation. Furthermore, the number and position of the partitions can be flexibly adjusted according to the size and shape of the fossil, so that the size of the small cavity for holding the fossil is adapted to the size of the fossil. In addition, a foam filling device is used to fill the small cavity with foam, which stabilizes the position of the fossil in the small cavity and provides sealing protection and shock absorption for the fossil. This ensures that the fossil is not easily shaken during transportation and is not easily damaged when subjected to external impacts, thereby achieving safe and reliable transportation of the fossil. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 A perspective view of one embodiment of the fossil box provided in this application;

[0019] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A 3D view of the hidden box lid and panel;

[0020] Figure 3 for Figure 1 A sectional view;

[0021] Figure 4 for Figure 1 Top view of the middle box in a partition distribution configuration;

[0022] Figure 5 for Figure 1 Top view of the middle box with another partition distribution;

[0023] Figure 6 This is a cross-sectional view of the valve in the closed position.

[0024] Figure 7 This is a cross-sectional view of the valve at its small opening.

[0025] Figure 8 This is a cross-sectional view of the valve at its widest opening.

[0026] The annotations in the attached figures are explained as follows:

[0027] 100 Box body, 101 Box bottom wall, 102 Box side wall, 103 Lug;

[0028] 200 Box lid, 201 Box lid bottom wall, 202 Box lid side wall, 203 Hinge seat, 204 Locking ring;

[0029] 300 panel;

[0030] 400 Foam filling device, 401 Bubble tank, 402 Valve, 4021 Valve stem, C Annular groove, 4022 Valve sleeve, 4023 Spring, A Valve inlet, B Valve outlet, 403 Fixing seat, 404 Fixing bracket, 405 Screw, 406 Connecting pipe;

[0031] 500 Foam filling tube; 600 Intelligent control component; 601 Circuit board; 602 Barometric pressure monitoring element; 603 Sensing element; 604 Signal line; 700 Handle; 800 Shoulder strap; 901 Horizontal partition; 902 Vertical partition; D-hole; 1000 Button; 1100 Sealing ring;

[0032] S1 is the first receiving cavity, and S2 is the second receiving cavity;

[0033] 01 Fossil. Detailed Implementation

[0034] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the technical solution of this application, the technical solution of this application will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0035] like Figures 1-3 As shown, the fossil box provided in this application includes a box body. The box body has a first receiving cavity S1 and a second receiving cavity S2. The box body can be opened and closed. In the open state, fossil 01 can be placed into the first receiving cavity S1. In the closed state, the first receiving cavity S1 is sealed, thereby providing a sealed storage space for the fossil and avoiding the adverse effects of moisture and dust on the fossil.

[0036] Specifically, in the illustrated embodiments, such as Figure 1 and Figure 3As shown, the box body includes a box body 100, a box lid 200, and a panel 300. The box body 100 includes a bottom wall 101, side walls 102 surrounding the bottom wall 101, and an opening opposite the bottom wall 101. The box lid 200 includes a bottom wall 201, side walls 202 surrounding the bottom wall 201, and an opening opposite the bottom wall 201. The panel 300 is fixedly connected to the box lid 200, and the panel 300 covers the opening of the box lid. The panel 300 and the box lid 200 together form a second receiving cavity S2. When the box body is closed, the bottom wall 201 of the lid covers the opening of the box body, and the bottom wall 201 of the lid and the box body 100 together form the first receiving cavity S1. The lid 200 is fixedly connected to the box body 100, and a sealing ring 1100 is provided between the bottom wall 201 of the lid and the side wall 102 of the box body, ensuring the airtightness of the first receiving cavity S1. The fixed connection between the lid 200 and the box body 100 is a detachable fixed connection to ensure that the box body can be opened. In the figure, the fixed connection between the lid 200 and the box body 100 is as follows: a hinge seat 203 is provided on the outer side of the side wall 202 of the lid, and a locking ring 204 is hinged to the hinge seat 203. A lug 103 is provided on the outer side of the side wall 102 of the box body for engaging with the locking ring 204. When the box body is closed, the locking ring 204 is engaged with the lug 103, fixing the relative position of the lid 200 and the box body 100. When it is necessary to open the box body, separate the locking ring 204 from the lug 103, and then remove the box cover 200 from the box body 100. This fixed connection method is reliable and convenient to open and close. Of course, the box body 100 and the box cover 200 can also adopt other detachable fixed connection methods, such as bolts and nuts.

[0037] like Figures 2-5 As shown, the fossil box also includes several partitions. These partitions are detachably installed within the first receiving cavity S1, dividing it into multiple small chambers. In use, the fossils are placed within these small chambers. This design allows for flexible adjustment of the number and position of the partitions according to the size and shape of the fossils, ensuring that the size of the small chambers accommodating the fossils matches their size. For example, Figure 4 The number and position of the partitions in Figure 5 The different numbers and positions of the partitions make Figure 4 The size of the small chamber in the middle and Figure 5 The small chambers within the fossil are of different sizes, which solves the problem of difficulty in locating the fossil due to the large size difference between the fossil and the small chamber.

[0038] Specifically, in the illustrated embodiments, such as Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, the side wall 102 of the box is provided with a slot for positioning the partition, and the partition is inserted into the slot to achieve positioning.

[0039] Specifically, in the illustrated embodiments, such as Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, the partition includes a horizontal partition 901 and a vertical partition 902. The horizontal partition 901 and the vertical partition 902 are arranged approximately vertically and are both approximately perpendicular to the bottom wall 101 of the box.

[0040] like Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the fossil box also includes a foam filling device 400, which is located within the second receiving cavity S2 and communicates with the first receiving cavity S1 to fill the first receiving cavity S1 with foam. The foam can expand rapidly and achieve initial solidification in a short time. The foam provides sealing, heat insulation, and cushioning / vibration reduction. Common foam types include polyurethane foam, single-component foam, and two-component foam. The partition has holes D, allowing the filled foam to pass through the holes D from one side of the partition to the other side. The foam fills the gap between the fossil and the cavity walls, preventing the fossil from shaking during transport. Furthermore, the foam tightly wraps around the fossil, providing sealing protection and cushioning / vibration reduction, making the fossil less susceptible to adverse effects from moisture, dust, and ambient temperature, and less prone to damage from external impacts. Additionally, the foam is lightweight, not excessively increasing the overall weight of the fossil box, making it portable.

[0041] Specifically, in the illustrated embodiments, such as Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the foam filling device 400 includes an aerosol can 401 and a valve 402. The aerosol can 401 is used to store foaming agent. The valve inlet A of the valve 402 is connected to the aerosol can 401, and the valve outlet B of the valve 402 is connected to the first receiving cavity S1. The valve 402 is used to control the foam flow rate. In the figure, the valve inlet A of the valve 402 is connected to the aerosol can 401 through a connecting pipe 406, and the valve outlet B of the valve 402 is connected to the first receiving cavity S1 through a foam filling pipe 500. Specifically, one end of the foam filling pipe 500 is connected to the valve outlet B of the valve 402, and the other end of the foam filling pipe 500 extends into the first receiving cavity S1 through a through hole on the bottom wall 201 of the cover. A button 1000 for controlling the opening degree of the valve 402 is provided on the panel 300.

[0042] More specifically, in the illustrated embodiments, such as Figures 6-8 As shown, valve 402 includes a valve stem 4021, a spring 4023, and a valve sleeve 4022. The valve stem 4021 is inserted into the inner cavity of the valve sleeve 4022. The side wall of the valve sleeve 4022 is provided with a valve inlet A and a valve outlet B. An annular groove C is provided on the outer periphery of the valve stem 4021. One axial end of the valve stem 4021 is connected to a button 1000. Pressing the button 1000 can move the valve stem 4021 axially relative to the valve sleeve 4022 to the position where the valve 402 is open (e.g., ...). Figure 7 and Figure 8 As shown in the diagram, when valve 402 is open, the annular groove C of valve stem 4021 overlaps axially with valve inlet A and valve outlet B. The larger the overlap area, the greater the opening degree of valve 402. Figure 7 In the middle, valve 402 is in a small opening state, suitable for small filling and fine adjustment. Figure 8 Valve 402 is in a fully open position, suitable for large-volume and rapid filling. Spring 4023 is located within the inner cavity of valve sleeve 4022 and abuts against the other axial end of valve stem 4021. After releasing button 1000, valve stem 4021 can return to the closed valve position under the elastic force of spring 4023 (e.g., ...). Figure 6 As shown in the figure, at this time, the annular groove C is axially offset from the valve inlet A and the valve outlet B.

[0043] More specifically, in the illustrated embodiments, such as Figure 3 As shown, the bottom wall 201 of the box cover is provided with a threaded hole, and the valve sleeve 4022 is provided with a fixing seat 403 at one end near the bottom wall 201 of the box cover. The fixing seat 403 is fixed to the corresponding threaded hole by screws 405. The aerosol can 401 is provided with a fixing bracket 404 on one side near the bottom wall 201 of the box cover. The fixing bracket 404 is fixed to the corresponding threaded hole by screws 405.

[0044] Specifically, in the illustrated embodiments, such as Figure 3 As shown, the fossil box includes an intelligent control component 600, which includes a circuit board 601 and a monitoring unit. The circuit board 601 is communicatively connected to the monitoring unit to feed back the monitoring results to the user. The monitoring unit includes a pressure monitoring element 602 for monitoring the air pressure inside the aerosol can 401, enabling the user to monitor any abnormal pressure of the foaming agent inside the aerosol can 401 in a timely manner and thus troubleshoot promptly. In the figure, the circuit board 601 and the pressure monitoring element 602 are communicatively connected via a signal line 604. Alternatively, the communication connection between the circuit board 601 and the monitoring unit can also be wireless.

[0045] Furthermore, such as Figure 3As shown, the monitoring unit may further include a sensing element 603, which includes one or more of the following: a position sensor for monitoring the position of the foam in the first receiving cavity S1; a temperature sensor for monitoring the temperature in the first receiving cavity S1; a humidity sensor for monitoring the humidity in the first receiving cavity S1; and a pressure sensor for monitoring the pressure in the first receiving cavity S1. By monitoring the position of the foam in the first receiving cavity S1, the user can promptly know the foam filling status in the first receiving cavity S1, avoiding situations where excessive foam filling leads to compression of the fossil or insufficient foam filling leads to unstable fossil position. By monitoring the temperature and / or humidity and / or pressure in the first receiving cavity S1, the user can promptly know any abnormalities in the fossil box, such as accidental opening of the box body or failure of the seal of the first receiving cavity S1. By monitoring the pressure in the first receiving cavity S1, the user can also promptly know the solidification status of the foam in the first receiving cavity S1.

[0046] Specifically, circuit board 601 may include a wireless communication module, which is connected to the user's terminal device (such as a mobile phone, computer, etc.) to feed back the monitoring results of the monitoring unit to the user's terminal device.

[0047] Specifically, the intelligent control component 600 may include a display screen, which is mounted on the panel 300. The circuit board 601 is communicatively connected to the display screen to display the monitoring results of the monitoring unit on the display screen.

[0048] Specifically, the surface of the box can be equipped with electronic tags or QR codes that record fossil information, so that users can scan the electronic tags or QR codes to learn about the fossils stored inside the box and quickly find the corresponding fossils.

[0049] Specifically, the box body is made of materials that are resistant to high and low temperatures and corrosion, so that it can be used for a long time in extreme outdoor environments.

[0050] Specifically, a handle 700 and / or a shoulder strap 800 can be fixedly connected to the box body for easy carrying.

[0051] Specifically, the box body can be designed in a rectangular structure for easy stacking, and it can be designed in a standard size series to facilitate the transfer of fossils between different research institutions.

[0052] The method of using the fossil box provided in this application includes the following steps:

[0053] Place the fossil box horizontally, open it, and adjust the number and position of the partitions according to the size and shape of the fossil to obtain a small chamber of suitable size. Horizontal placement avoids uneven foam filling caused by tilting. Before adjusting the partition positions, check the monitoring data from the monitoring unit to ensure the fossil box is functioning correctly; only use it if it is.

[0054] The fossil, covered with a thin film, is placed in a suitably sized chamber. The film prevents the fossil from coming into direct contact with the foam; specifically, a film that is not chemically reactive can be used, such as a polyvinyl chloride (PVC) film.

[0055] Close the fossil box and activate the foam filling device 400 to fill the small cavity containing the fossil with foam. Allow the foam to initially solidify (generally about 2-3 minutes) before moving the fossil box. During this process, the timing for closing the foam filling device 400 can be determined based on the foam position feedback from the position sensor, and the foam solidification status within the first receiving cavity S1 can be determined based on the pressure information feedback from the pressure sensor.

[0056] When you need to remove the fossil from the fossil box, open the fossil box, dissolve the foam with a foam solvent (such as alcohol), and you can then remove the fossil.

[0057] The above examples illustrate the principles and implementation methods of this application. The descriptions of the embodiments are merely for the purpose of helping to understand the methods and core ideas of this application. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various improvements and modifications to this application without departing from its principles, and these improvements and modifications also fall within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A fossil box, characterized in that, The fossil box includes a box body that can be opened and closed, a foam filling device, and several partitions. The box body has a first receiving cavity and a second receiving cavity. When the box body is closed, the first receiving cavity is sealed. The partitions are detachably installed in the first receiving cavity so that the first receiving cavity can be divided into several small chambers adapted to the size and shape of the fossil by adjusting the number and position of the partitions. The foam filling device is located in the second receiving cavity and communicates with the first receiving cavity to fill the first receiving cavity with foam. The box body includes a box body, a box lid, and a panel. The box body includes a bottom wall, side walls surrounding the bottom wall, and an opening opposite the bottom wall. The box lid includes a bottom wall, side walls surrounding the bottom wall, and an opening opposite the bottom wall. The panel is fixedly connected to the lid and covers the opening. The panel and the lid together form a second receiving cavity. When the box body is closed, the lid is detachably fixedly connected to the box body, the bottom wall of the lid covers the opening, and a sealing ring is provided between the bottom wall of the lid and the side walls of the box body. The bottom wall of the lid and the box body together form a first receiving cavity. The foam filling device includes an aerosol can for storing foaming agent and a valve connected to the aerosol can, and the panel is provided with a button to open and close the valve; The valve includes a valve stem, a spring, and a valve sleeve. The valve stem is inserted into the inner cavity of the valve sleeve. The valve sleeve has a valve inlet and a valve outlet on its side wall. The valve stem has an annular groove on its outer circumference. The valve stem can move axially relative to the valve sleeve, allowing the annular groove to move to a position where it overlaps with the valve inlet and the valve outlet in the axial direction to open the valve, or to move to a position where it is offset from the valve inlet and the valve outlet in the axial direction to close the valve, or to move and change the degree of overlap with the valve inlet and the valve outlet in the axial direction to adjust the foam filling rate. One axial end of the valve stem is connected to the button, and the spring is located in the inner cavity of the valve sleeve and abuts against the other axial end of the valve stem.

2. The fossil box according to claim 1, characterized in that, The fossil box includes an intelligent control component, which includes a circuit board and a monitoring unit. The circuit board is communicatively connected to the monitoring unit to feed back the monitoring results of the monitoring unit to the user. The monitoring unit includes a pressure monitoring element for monitoring the air pressure inside the aerosol can.

3. The fossil box according to claim 2, characterized in that, The monitoring unit includes one or more of the following: a position sensor for monitoring the position of the foam in the first containment cavity, a temperature sensor for monitoring the temperature in the first containment cavity, a humidity sensor for monitoring the humidity in the first containment cavity, and a pressure sensor for monitoring the pressure in the first containment cavity.

4. The fossil box according to claim 3, characterized in that, The circuit board includes a wireless communication module, which is communicatively connected to the user's terminal device to feed back the monitoring results of the monitoring unit to the user's terminal device. The intelligent control component includes a display screen, which is disposed on the panel. The circuit board is communicatively connected to the display screen to display the monitoring results of the monitoring unit on the display screen.

5. The fossil box according to any one of claims 1-4, characterized in that, The surface of the box is equipped with an electronic tag or QR code that records fossil information.

6. The fossil box according to any one of claims 1-4, characterized in that, The box body is fixedly connected to a handle and / or a shoulder strap.

7. A method of using a fossil box, wherein the fossil box is the fossil box according to any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that, Includes the following steps: Place the fossil box horizontally, open the fossil box, and adjust the number and position of the partitions according to the size and shape of the fossil to obtain a small chamber of appropriate size; The fossil, which is covered with a thin film, is placed in a small chamber of appropriate size; Close the fossil box, turn on the foam filling device to fill the small cavity containing the fossil with foam, and move the fossil box after the foam has initially solidified.

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