Device and method for automatically adjusting water level of constructed wetland

By designing an automatic water level adjustment device integrating L-shaped pipes, stepper motors and sensors in artificial wetlands, the problem of cumbersome operation and difficulty in responding to environmental changes in traditional water level control methods is solved, and the accurate automatic adjustment of the water level of artificial wetlands is achieved, which improves the environmental adaptability and ecological benefits of wetlands.

CN120029360APending Publication Date: 2025-05-23YANGTZE ECOLOGY & ENVIRONMENT CO LTD +1
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Application Number
CN202510080040.X
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-01-19
Publication Date
2025-05-23

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Technical Problem

The traditional artificial wetland water level control method is cumbersome and difficult to accurately respond to environmental changes and ecological needs, and lacks intelligent and automated management.

Method used

An artificial wetland water level automatic adjustment device is designed, including an L-shaped tube, a stepper motor, a transmission gear and a sensor. The liquid level and temperature signals are detected by the sensor, and the stepper motor drives the L-shaped tube to rotate and adjust the water level.

Benefits of technology

It realizes accurate and automatic adjustment of the water level of artificial wetlands, improves the environmental adaptability and ecological benefits of wetlands, and enhances its performance in sewage treatment and ecological restoration.

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Abstract

The invention provides a constructed wetland water level automatic adjusting device and method, the device comprises an L-shaped pipe, the L-shaped pipe comprises a first pipe section and a second pipe section, the first pipe section is connected with a bearing, and the first pipe section is provided with a transmission gear ring; the device further comprises a stepping motor, an output shaft of the stepping motor is connected with a transmission gear, and the transmission gear is meshed with the transmission gear ring. The device further comprises a sensor, the sensor is used for detecting a liquid level signal and / or a temperature signal of the constructed wetland, and the stepping motor is configured to receive the liquid level signal or the temperature signal and drive the L-shaped pipe to rotate so as to adjust the height of a pipe opening of the second pipe section. The water level of the constructed wetland can be accurately adjusted, and the water level can be automatically adjusted to respond to changes of environment and ecological requirements by monitoring environment changes in real time.
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Technical Field

[0001] The invention belongs to the technical field of environmental engineering and water resource management, and relates to an automatic water level regulating device and method for artificial wetlands. Background Art

[0002] As an efficient ecological sewage treatment system, the operating efficiency and ecological function of artificial wetlands largely depend on the precise control of water levels. Traditional water level control methods mainly rely on manual adjustment or simple mechanical equipment, which are not only cumbersome to operate, but also difficult to accurately respond to environmental changes and ecological needs. With the improvement of environmental protection awareness and the development of technology, there is an urgent need for a technical solution that can realize the intelligent and automated management of artificial wetland water levels to improve the environmental adaptability and ecological benefits of artificial wetlands. Summary of the invention

[0003] The purpose of the present invention is to provide an artificial wetland water level automatic adjustment device and method to address the defects of the prior art. The present invention can achieve automatic and precise control of the water level of the artificial wetland, optimize the ecological environment of the wetland, and improve its application value in environmental protection and water resources management.

[0004] According to a first aspect of the present invention, there is provided an automatic water level regulating device for an artificial wetland, comprising an L-shaped tube, wherein the L-shaped tube is used to be connected to a retaining wall of an artificial wetland, wherein the L-shaped tube comprises a first tube section and a second tube section, wherein a bearing is connected to the first tube section, and a cover plate is connected to both sides of the bearing, and the cover plate is connected to the outer ring of the bearing, and a transmission gear ring is provided on the first tube section; further comprising a stepper motor, wherein a transmission gear is connected to the output shaft of the stepper motor, and the transmission gear is meshed with the transmission gear ring; further comprising a sensor, wherein the sensor is used to detect a liquid level signal and / or a temperature signal of the artificial wetland, and wherein the stepper motor is configured to receive the liquid level signal or the temperature signal and drive the rotation of the L-shaped tube to adjust the pipe mouth height of the second tube section.

[0005] Preferably, the first pipe segment and the second pipe segment are integrally formed.

[0006] Preferably, the second pipe and the first pipe are configured to form an angle of 60°-150°.

[0007] Preferably, the second pipe and the first pipe form an angle of 90°.

[0008] Preferably, the sensor is a temperature sensor and / or a liquid level sensor.

[0009] Preferably, the L-shaped tube is a non-metallic tube.

[0010] Preferably, a filter screen is provided at the pipe opening of the second pipe section.

[0011] A second aspect of the present invention provides a method for automatically adjusting the water level of an artificial wetland, using any one of the above-mentioned automatic water level adjustment devices for an artificial wetland, specifically comprising: The artificial wetland water level automatic regulating device is installed on the retaining wall of the artificial wetland. During installation, the bearing is installed inside the retaining wall so that the L-shaped tube can rotate inside the retaining wall; the transmission gear ring is installed outside the retaining wall, and the stepper motor is fixedly installed on the retaining wall so that the transmission gear meshes with the transmission gear ring; the sensor is installed at the position to be detected so that the sensor is electrically connected to the stepper motor; The sensor detects the liquid level signal and / or the temperature signal and transmits it to the stepper motor; In response to the liquid level signal and / or temperature signal of the sensor, the stepper motor drives the transmission gear ring to rotate, thereby adjusting the height of the pipe mouth of the second pipe section.

[0012] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects: The present invention provides an artificial wetland water level automatic adjustment device and method, which has the ability to accurately adjust the water level: by integrating a stepper motor and a gear system, the device can accurately adjust the water level of the artificial wetland. The application of the stepper motor enables the adjustment of the rotating tube to be accurately controlled according to actual needs, and each stepping action can be accurately converted into the rotation angle of the rotating tube, thereby achieving a detailed adjustment of the water level.

[0013] The invention integrates water level and temperature sensors, can monitor environmental changes in real time, and automatically adjust the water level to respond to changes in environmental and ecological needs. The controller configured with a stepper motor can process sensor data and optimize the water level control strategy. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0014] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the structure of the present invention.

[0015] Figure 2 It is a schematic diagram of the arrangement of the present invention.

[0016] In the figure: 1. L-shaped pipe; 2. first pipe section; 3. second pipe section; 4. bearing; 5. cover plate; 6. transmission gear ring; 7. stepper motor; 8. transmission gear; 9. sensor; a. retaining wall. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0017] In order to enable those skilled in the art to better understand the technical solution of the present invention, the preferred implementation scheme of the present invention is described below in conjunction with specific embodiments. However, it should be understood that the drawings are only used for exemplary descriptions and cannot be understood as limitations on this patent; in order to better illustrate this embodiment, some parts of the drawings may be omitted, enlarged or reduced, and do not represent the size of the actual product; for those skilled in the art, it is understandable that some well-known structures and their descriptions in the drawings may be omitted; the positional relationship described in the drawings is only used for exemplary descriptions and cannot be understood as limitations on this patent.

[0018] As an embodiment of the present invention, refer to Figure 1 The present embodiment provides an automatic water level regulating device for an artificial wetland, comprising an L-shaped pipe 1, wherein the L-shaped pipe 1 is used to be connected to a retaining wall a of an artificial wetland, wherein the L-shaped pipe 1 comprises a first pipe section 2 and a second pipe section 3, wherein a bearing 4 is connected to the first pipe section 2; to ensure the flexible rotation of the inner ring of the bearing and prevent concrete from entering the bearing 4 during construction, a cover plate 5 is connected to both sides of the bearing 4, wherein the cover plate 5 is connected to the outer ring of the bearing 4, and a transmission gear ring 6 is provided on the first pipe section 2; a stepping motor 7 is further included, wherein a transmission gear 8 is connected to the output shaft of the stepping motor 7, wherein the transmission gear 8 is meshed with the transmission gear ring 6; a sensor 9 is further included, wherein the sensor 9 is used to detect a liquid level signal and / or a temperature signal of the artificial wetland, wherein the stepping motor 7 is configured to receive the liquid level signal or the temperature signal and drive the rotation of the L-shaped pipe 1 to adjust the pipe mouth height of the second pipe section 3.

[0019] In some preferred embodiments, from the perspective of service life, the first pipe section 2 and the second pipe section 3 in this embodiment are integrally formed, which can also improve their sealing properties and prevent leakage problems caused by welding or other connections.

[0020] In some embodiments, combined with the specific conditions of artificial wetland construction, at different locations, the pipes for adjusting the water level require different angles to adapt to the actual position and environment of the retaining wall. In this embodiment, the second pipe 3 and the first pipe 2 are configured to form an angle of 60°-150°, which may specifically include 90°, 60°, 120°, 150° and any other angles.

[0021] In some embodiments, according to the purpose of the present invention and the description of the above embodiments, it can be understood that the sensor 9 in this embodiment is a temperature sensor and / or a liquid level sensor, the liquid level sensor is used to detect the liquid level in the artificial wetland, and the temperature sensor is used to detect the real-time temperature of the water in the artificial wetland.

[0022] In some preferred embodiments, considering weather resistance and corrosion resistance, the L-shaped tube 1 in this embodiment is a non-metallic tube, and plastic tubes such as HDPE tubes, PPR tubes, PE tubes, and fiberglass tubes and other pipes with good weather resistance can be selected.

[0023] In some preferred embodiments, considering that the water in the artificial wetland may contain debris, which may cause pipe blockage and thus affect the effective regulation of the water level, a filter screen is provided at the pipe opening of the second pipe section 3 in this embodiment.

[0024] The engineering implementation process of the above preferred embodiment, that is, a method for automatically adjusting the water level of an artificial wetland, is described in detail in Figure 2 and Figure 1 , specifically including: The artificial wetland water level automatic regulating device is installed on the retaining wall a of the artificial wetland. Specifically, during the installation, the bearing 4 is installed inside the retaining wall a so that the L-shaped pipe 1 can rotate inside the retaining wall a; the transmission gear ring 6 is installed outside the retaining wall a, and the stepper motor 7 is fixedly installed on the retaining wall so that the transmission gear 8 is meshed with the transmission gear ring 6; the sensor 9 is installed to the position to be detected, specifically, the liquid level sensor can be installed on the inner wall of the retaining wall a, and the temperature sensor can be fixed on the inner side of the retaining wall a, and set at a height where the water temperature can be detected, so that the sensor 9 is electrically connected to the stepper motor 7. Specifically, the sensor 9 is connected to the controller of the stepper motor, so that the controller of the stepper motor can start the stepper motor to rotate according to the set conditions after receiving the signal from the sensor, and determine the rotation direction and rotation angle, so as to accurately control the height of the pipe mouth; The sensor 9 detects the liquid level signal and / or the temperature signal and transmits it to the stepper motor 7; In response to the liquid level signal and / or temperature signal of the sensor 9 , the stepping motor 7 drives the transmission gear ring 6 to rotate, thereby adjusting the height of the pipe opening of the second pipe section 3 .

[0025] The invention takes into account the environmental characteristics and operating conditions of artificial wetlands, and selects corrosion-resistant and wear-resistant materials to construct the gear system and L-shaped outlet pipe. The design of the rotating pipe ensures both the flexibility of rotation and the durability and sealing when immersed in water for a long time, so that the device can operate stably under various environmental conditions.

[0026] The present invention can effectively improve the performance of artificial wetlands in sewage treatment and ecological restoration through precise and intelligent adjustment of water levels. Timely water level adjustment helps promote plant growth, improve sewage treatment efficiency, and enhance the adaptability of wetlands to climate change, providing strong technical support for environmental protection and water resources management.

[0027] Based on the above embodiment, monitoring can also be performed to obtain and optimize the adjustment plan, which can be specifically performed in the following manner: Real-time monitoring: Sensors monitor the water level and ambient temperature of the constructed wetland in real time and send the data to the control unit; Data analysis and processing: The control unit calculates the required rotation angle of the rotary tube to achieve the target water level based on the received data and the preset control strategy; Execute adjustment: The control unit sends a pulse signal to the stepper motor to drive the rotating tube to rotate to the calculated angle, thereby adjusting the opening direction and size of the drain outlet to achieve precise adjustment of the water level; Feedback adjustment: The system continuously monitors water level changes and feeds real-time data back to the control unit. If necessary, the system will automatically adjust the operation of the stepper motor to ensure that the water level remains within the set target range.

[0028] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solution of the present invention rather than to limit it. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that the technical solution of the present invention can be modified or replaced by equivalents without departing from the purpose and scope of the technical solution of the present invention, which should be included in the scope of the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. An automatic water level regulating device for artificial wetlands, characterized in that: The invention comprises an L-shaped pipe (1), the L-shaped pipe (1) being used to be connected to a retaining wall of an artificial wetland, the L-shaped pipe (1) comprising a first pipe section (2) and a second pipe section (3), the first pipe section (2) being connected to a bearing (4), both sides of the bearing (4) being connected to a cover plate (5), the cover plate (5) being connected to the outer ring of the bearing (4), the first pipe section (2) being provided with a transmission gear ring (6); the invention also comprises a stepping motor (7), the output shaft of the stepping motor (7) being connected to a transmission gear (8), the transmission gear (8) being meshed with the transmission gear ring (6); the invention also comprises a sensor (9), the sensor (9) being used to detect a liquid level signal and / or a temperature signal of the artificial wetland, the stepping motor (7) being configured to receive the liquid level signal or the temperature signal and drive the L-shaped pipe (1) to rotate so as to adjust the pipe mouth height of the second pipe section (3).

2. The artificial wetland water level automatic regulating device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first pipe section (2) and the second pipe section (3) are integrally formed.

3. The artificial wetland water level automatic regulating device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The second pipeline (3) and the first pipeline (2) are configured to form an angle of 60°-150°.

4. The artificial wetland water level automatic regulating device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The second pipe (3) and the first pipe (2) are configured to form an angle of 90°.

5. The in-situ water purification method combined with river bank slope protection engineering according to claim 1, characterized in that: The sensor (9) is a temperature sensor and / or a liquid level sensor.

6. The artificial wetland water level automatic regulating device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The L-shaped tube (1) is a non-metallic tube.

7. The artificial wetland water level automatic regulating device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The pipe opening of the second pipe section (3) is provided with a filter screen.

8. A method for automatically adjusting the water level of an artificial wetland, characterized in that: The artificial wetland water level automatic regulating device according to any one of claims 1 to 7 specifically comprises: The artificial wetland water level automatic regulating device is installed on the retaining wall of the artificial wetland. During installation, the bearing (4) is installed inside the retaining wall so that the L-shaped tube (1) can rotate inside the retaining wall; the transmission gear ring (6) is installed outside the retaining wall, and the stepping motor (7) is fixedly installed on the retaining wall so that the transmission gear (8) is meshed with the transmission gear ring (6); the sensor (9) is installed at the position to be detected so that the sensor (9) is electrically connected to the stepping motor (7); The sensor (9) detects a liquid level signal and / or a temperature signal and transmits the signal to the stepper motor (7); In response to a liquid level signal and / or a temperature signal from the sensor (9), the stepping motor (7) drives the transmission gear ring (6) to rotate, thereby adjusting the height of the pipe opening of the second pipe section (3).