Artificial reef device with bionic coral texture structure and reef module manufacturing method

Abstract

The invention is applicable to the technical field of artificial reefs, and provides an artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure and a reef module manufacturing method, and the artificial reef device comprises a main body and a coral plug module. Wherein a first connecting structure is arranged on the main body; a second connecting structure is arranged on the coral plug module, and the coral plug module can be connected and positioned on the main body through the matching of the first connecting structure and the second connecting structure. The artificial reef device provided by the invention can be easily combined underwater to form hollow structures with different sizes so as to provide habitats for various organisms. Moreover, the main body and the coral plug module are both provided with bionic coral texture structures which are matched with the natural environment of the coral reef, and attachment and growth of organisms are facilitated. Wherein the coral plug module is designed to facilitate coral inoculation in a laboratory and can be connected to the main body after inoculation. In addition, the artificial reef device is further provided with a biological filtering module used for containing oysters, and the water quality is optimized by means of the filtering characteristic of the oysters.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application belongs to the technical field of artificial reefs. More specifically, it relates to an artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure and a manufacturing method for reef modules. Background Art

[0002] Artificial reefs are built to promote the growth of marine organisms and protect the marine ecosystem. Artificial reefs are usually made of artificial materials and are designed to mimic the ecological functions of natural reefs. The purpose of building artificial reefs is to restore or supplement the benthic ecosystem damaged by natural factors or human activities. They can provide habitats, breeding grounds, and growth areas for corals and other organisms.

[0003] The structural composition of artificial reefs can vary according to specific designs and purposes, but generally includes the following parts: Foundation structure - This is the main part of the artificial reef, usually made of strong materials such as concrete, steel, or plastic. It provides a stable framework to support the growth of corals and other organisms; Surface features - The surface of artificial reefs is usually designed with various uneven features such as holes, protrusions, and depressions to increase the surface area and provide more space for the attachment and growth of corals and other organisms; Holes and channels - The structure may contain some holes and channels to facilitate the flow of water and the passage of different organisms, which helps to increase water mobility and oxygen supply; Fixing devices: To ensure the stability of artificial reefs on the seabed, fixing devices such as anchor chains, weights, or fixed bases may be used.

[0004] However, most existing artificial reefs are integrally formed, making them difficult to transport, and relatively simple in design and function. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The purpose of the embodiments of this application is to provide an artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure and a manufacturing method for reef modules, aiming to solve the technical problem that existing artificial reefs are relatively simple in design and function.

[0006] To achieve the above purpose, according to one aspect of this application, an artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure is provided. The artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure includes: a main body and a coral plug module. Among them, a first connection structure is provided on the main body; a second connection structure is provided on the coral plug module. The coral plug module can be connected and positioned on the main body through the cooperation of the first connection structure and the second connection. A bionic coral texture structure is provided on the coral plug module. The artificial reef device of this application has a bionic coral texture structure on the coral plug module, which is conducive to the attachment and growth of coral larvae and other organisms in the natural environment of coral reefs. Among them, the coral plug module is designed to facilitate coral inoculation in the laboratory, and after inoculation, it can be connected to the main body.

[0007] Optionally, both the first connection structure and the coral plug module are multiple. The multiple first connection structures are arranged at intervals on the main body, and the multiple coral plug modules correspond one by one to at least some of the multiple first connection structures.

[0008] Optionally, the artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure includes multiple main bodies, which are arranged at intervals along the first direction and / or the second direction. The artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure further includes a connection module, and adjacent two main bodies can be connected through the connection module. The artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure of the present application can be easily combined underwater through the connection module to form different-sized structures.

[0009] Optionally, a third connection structure is provided on the connection module, and the connection module and the main body can be connected through the cooperation of the third connection structure and the first connection structure.

[0010] Optionally, a bionic coral texture structure is provided on the main body and / or the connection module.

[0011] Optionally, a first connection structure is provided on the first end of the main body, and a fourth connection structure is provided on the second end of the main body. In the case where multiple main bodies are arranged at intervals along the first direction, adjacent two main bodies with their second ends close to each other can be connected through the cooperation of the two fourth connection structures.

[0012] Optionally, the artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure further includes a biological filtration module, which is arranged inside the main body. The biological filtration module is provided with a biological filtration cavity communicating with the external environment, and the biological filtration cavity is used to accommodate water-filtering organisms. By placing oysters in the biological filtration module and utilizing their filter-feeding characteristics, the water quality can be optimized.

[0013] Optionally, a receiving cavity communicating with the external environment is provided in the main body, and the biological filtration module is arranged in the receiving cavity. The receiving cavity is used to accommodate marine organisms. By providing a receiving cavity on the main body, habitats can be provided for various organisms.

[0014] Optionally, a communication notch is provided on the main body, and the receiving cavity and the external environment can communicate through the communication notch.

[0015] According to another aspect of the present application, a method for manufacturing a reef module is provided, which is applied to the above-mentioned artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure. The reef module is one of the main body, the coral plug module and the connection module. The method for manufacturing the reef module includes: preparing reef mortar by using calcium sulfoaluminate binder, oyster shell powder, water and polycarboxylate water reducer; putting the reef mortar into a mold and vibrating it on a vibrating table, demolding after uniformly compressing for 24 hours; and performing standard curing for 28 days after demolding to obtain the reef module.

[0016] The beneficial effects of the artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure provided by this application are as follows: Compared with the integrally formed artificial reefs in the prior art, the artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure provided by this application can quickly connect and position the coral plug module on the main body through the cooperation of the second connection structure and the first connection structure by setting the first connection structure on the main body and the second connection structure on the coral plug module. At the same time, the artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure provided by this application creates a favorable living environment for corals and their larvae by setting a bionic coral texture structure on the coral plug module, effectively improving the success rate of coral inoculation. Moreover, when inoculating corals for the artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure provided by this application, only need to move the coral plug module to the laboratory for coral inoculation, and then connect and position the coral plug module inoculated with corals on the main body, then the coral inoculation of the artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure can be completed. Compared with the integrally formed artificial reefs in the prior art, the coral inoculation of the artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure provided by this application is much easier. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0017] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application, the following will briefly introduce the drawings required for use in the embodiments or the description of the prior art. Obviously, the drawings in the following description are only some embodiments of this application. For those of ordinary skill in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative efforts.

[0018] Figure 1 It is a schematic structural diagram of the main body provided with a bionic coral texture structure according to an embodiment of this application;

[0019] Figure 2 It is a schematic structural diagram of the main body without a bionic coral texture structure provided by an embodiment of this application;

[0020] Figure 3 It is a schematic structural diagram of the main body without a bionic coral texture structure from another perspective provided by an embodiment of this application;

[0021] Figure 4 It is a schematic structural diagram of the coral plug module provided with a bionic coral texture structure according to an embodiment of this application;

[0022] Figure 5 It is a schematic structural diagram of the coral plug module without a bionic coral texture structure provided by an embodiment of this application;

[0023] Figure 6Schematic diagram of the coral plug module without the bionic coral texture structure from another perspective provided by the embodiments of the present application;

[0024] Figure 7 Schematic diagram of the connection module with the bionic coral texture structure provided by the embodiments of the present application;

[0025] Figure 8 Schematic diagram of the connection module without the bionic coral texture structure provided by the embodiments of the present application;

[0026] Figure 9 Distant view of the bionic coral texture structure provided by the embodiments of the present application;

[0027] Figure 10 Close - up view of the bionic coral texture structure provided by the embodiments of the present application;

[0028] Figure 11 Schematic diagram of the structure of one of the designs of the artificial reef device equipped with a biological filtration module provided by the embodiments of the present application;

[0029] Figure 12 Schematic diagram of the structure of the biological filtration module provided by the embodiments of the present application;

[0030] Figure 13 Schematic cross - sectional view of one of the designs of the artificial reef device equipped with a biological filtration module provided by the embodiments of the present application;

[0031] Figure 14 Schematic diagram of the manufacturing process of the manufacturing method of the artificial reef module provided by the embodiments of the present application;

[0032] The label details involved in the above - mentioned drawings are as follows:

[0033] 10. Main body; 11. First connection structure; 13. Accommodation cavity; 14. Communication notch; 15. First communication hole; 16. Second communication hole; 17. Fourth connection structure;

[0034] 20. Coral plug module; 21. Second connection structure;

[0035] 30. Connection module; 31. Third connection structure; 32. Third communication hole;

[0036] 40. Biological filtration module; 41. Biological filtration cavity. Detailed implementation manners

[0037] In order to make the technical problems, technical solutions and beneficial effects to be solved by the present application more clearly understood, the present application will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are only used to explain the present application and are not used to limit the present application.

[0038] It should be noted that when an element is referred to as being "fixed to" or "disposed on" another element, it can be directly on the other element or indirectly on the other element. When an element is referred to as being "connected to" another element, it can be directly connected to the other element or indirectly connected to the other element. Without conflict, the embodiments in the present application and the features in the embodiments can be combined with each other. The present application will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0039] It should be understood that the orientation or positional relationship indicated by the terms "length", "width", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc. is based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and is only for the convenience of describing the present application and simplifying the description, rather than indicating or implying that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation to the present application.

[0040] In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are only used for descriptive purposes and cannot be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of the indicated technical features. Thus, the features defined with "first" and "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of such features. In the description of the present application, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise specifically defined.

[0041] As described in the background art, artificial reefs are built to promote the growth of marine organisms and protect the marine ecosystem. Artificial reefs are usually structures made of artificial materials, aiming to simulate the ecological functions of natural reefs. The purpose of artificial reefs is to restore or supplement the benthic ecosystem damaged by natural factors or human activities. They can provide habitats, breeding grounds and growth places for corals and other marine organisms, and promote the restoration and reconstruction of the benthic ecosystem.

[0042] The structural composition of artificial reefs can vary according to specific designs and purposes, but generally includes the following parts: Foundation structure - This is the main part of the artificial reef, usually made of sturdy materials such as concrete, steel, or plastic. It provides a stable framework to support the growth of corals and other organisms; Surface features - The surface of artificial reefs is usually designed with various uneven features such as holes, protrusions, and depressions to increase the surface area and provide more space for the attachment and growth of corals and other organisms; Holes and channels - The structure may contain some holes and channels to facilitate the flow of water and the passage of different organisms, which helps to increase water mobility and oxygen supply; Fixing devices: To ensure the stability of artificial reefs on the seabed, fixing devices such as anchor chains, weights, or fixed bases may be used. However, most existing artificial reefs are integrally formed, difficult to transport, and relatively simple in design and function.

[0043] See Figures 1 to 13 As shown, in order to improve the design and function of current artificial reefs, according to one aspect of the present application, an embodiment of the present application provides an artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure. The artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure includes: a main body 10 and a coral plug module 20. Among them, a first connection structure 11 is provided on the main body 10; a second connection structure 21 is provided on the coral plug module 20. The coral plug module 20 can be connected and positioned on the main body 10 through the cooperation of the first connection structure 11 and the second connection structure 21. A bionic coral texture structure is provided on the coral plug module 20. The artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure provided in this embodiment can quickly connect and position the coral plug module 20 provided in this embodiment on the main body 10 through the cooperation of the second connection structure 21 and the first connection structure 11 by providing the first connection structure 11 on the main body 10 and the second connection structure 21 on the coral plug module 20. At the same time, the artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure provided in this embodiment creates a favorable living environment for corals and their larvae by providing a bionic coral texture structure on the coral plug module 20, effectively improving the success rate of coral inoculation. And when inoculating corals for the artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure provided in this embodiment, only need to move the coral plug module 20 to the laboratory for coral inoculation, and then connect and position the coral plug module 20 inoculated with corals on the main body 10, then the coral inoculation of the artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure can be completed. Compared with the integrally formed artificial reefs in the prior art, the coral inoculation of the artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure provided in this embodiment is easier.

[0044] In a specific embodiment, the bionic coral texture structure provided in this embodiment has an irregular shape, such as angular and sharp ridges, etc., providing physical support for coral larvae and other organisms, providing a stable surface for settlement and attachment, mimicking the natural complexity of healthy coral reefs, and being similar to natural habitats.

[0045] See Figures 1 to 6 As shown, in a specific embodiment, both the first connection structures 11 and the coral plug modules 20 in this embodiment are multiple. The multiple first connection structures 11 are arranged at intervals on the main body 10, and the multiple coral plug modules 20 correspond one by one to at least some of the multiple first connection structures 11. By arranging the multiple first connection structures 11 provided in this embodiment at intervals on the main body 10 and setting the multiple coral plug modules 20 to be able to correspond one by one to at least some of the multiple first connection structures 11, the artificial reef device with the bionic coral texture structure provided in this embodiment can increase the number of corals that can be inoculated by increasing the coral plug modules 20.

[0046] In an alternative embodiment, by setting a unique pattern developed by computer-aided design and three-dimensional printing technology on the surface of the coral plug module 20 provided in this embodiment, and then adjusting the surface roughness, pattern, and indentation depth of the coral plug module 20 according to the pattern, the bionic coral texture structure provided in this embodiment can be obtained. By changing the surface roughness, pattern, and pit pattern size of the bionic coral texture structure, the settlement and growth rate of coral larvae can be optimized. The bionic coral texture structure provided in this embodiment can be achieved by setting the pit pattern size of the micro surface to be consistent with the body length preference of the larvae. The present invention aims to mimic the texture, roughness, and pattern of the natural coral surface to achieve the bionic function.

[0047] See Figure 7 、 Figure 8 、 Figure 11 and Figure 13As shown, in a specific embodiment, in order to enable the artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure provided in this embodiment to have a larger scale, the artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure in this embodiment includes a plurality of main bodies 10, and the plurality of main bodies 10 are arranged at intervals in the first direction and / or the second direction. The artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure further includes a connection module 30, and adjacent two main bodies 10 can be connected through the connection module 30. By setting the artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure provided in this embodiment to include a plurality of main bodies 10, and arranging the plurality of main bodies 10 at intervals in the first direction and / or the second direction, and at the same time connecting adjacent two main bodies 10 by arranging a connection module 30 between adjacent two main bodies 10, the artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure provided in this embodiment can have a larger scale. At the same time, by arranging the plurality of main bodies 10 provided in this embodiment at intervals in the first direction and / or the second direction, the artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure provided in this embodiment can adaptively arrange the plurality of main bodies 10 according to the external environment, thereby effectively improving the versatility of the artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure provided in this embodiment.

[0048] In an alternative embodiment, the first direction provided in this embodiment is the horizontal direction, and the second direction is the vertical direction. Of course, in other embodiments, the first direction and the second direction provided in this embodiment can also be other directions.

[0049] In an alternative embodiment, the plurality of first connection structures 11 provided in this embodiment are arranged in groups, at least one group of the multiple groups of first connection structures is arranged on the first end of the main body 10, and at least one group of the multiple groups of first connection structures is arranged on the side of the main body 10.

[0050] In an alternative embodiment, a group of first connection structures 11 arranged on the first end of the main body 10 provided in this embodiment includes four first connection structures 11, and the four first connection structures 11 are arranged at intervals along the circumferential direction of the main body 10.

[0051] In an alternative embodiment, a group of first connection structures 11 arranged on the side of the main body 10 includes four first connection structures 11, and the four first connection structures 11 are arranged at intervals along the circumferential direction of the main body 10.

[0052] In an alternative embodiment, one of the first connection structure 11 and the second connection structure 21 provided in this embodiment is a connection protrusion, and the other is a connection recess. The connection protrusion and the connection recess provided in this embodiment are adapted to each other, and the coral plug module 20 provided in this embodiment can be positioned on the main body 10 through the cooperation of the connection protrusion and the connection recess.

[0053] In an alternative embodiment, a first guiding and positioning inclined surface is provided at one end of the connecting protrusion close to the connecting recess. The first guiding and positioning inclined surface provided in this embodiment inclines gradually towards the middle of the connecting protrusion from the end of the connecting protrusion far from the connecting recess to the end of the connecting protrusion close to the connecting recess.

[0054] In an alternative embodiment, a second guiding and positioning inclined surface is provided at one end of the connecting recess close to the connecting protrusion. The second guiding and positioning inclined surface provided in this embodiment inclines gradually towards the middle of the connecting recess from the end of the connecting recess close to the connecting protrusion to the end of the connecting recess far from the connecting protrusion.

[0055] In an alternative embodiment, a positioning recess is provided at one end of the connecting recess close to the connecting protrusion, and a positioning protrusion is provided at one end of the connecting protrusion close to the connecting recess. When the connecting protrusion provided in this embodiment is connected to the connecting recess, the positioning protrusion provided in this embodiment can be inserted into the positioning recess. By providing a positioning recess at one end of the connecting recess close to the connecting protrusion and a positioning protrusion at one end of the connecting protrusion close to the connecting recess, the connecting protrusion provided in this embodiment can be positioned through the cooperation of the positioning protrusion and the positioning recess during the cooperation with the connecting recess. At the same time, by providing the positioning protrusion and the positioning recess, the cooperation area between the connecting protrusion and the connecting recess can be effectively increased, so that the connection between the connecting protrusion and the connecting recess can be more stable.

[0056] In an alternative embodiment, the included angle between the first guiding and positioning inclined surface and the central axis of the connecting protrusion is 45°.

[0057] In an alternative embodiment, the included angle between the second guiding and positioning inclined surface and the central axis of the connecting recess is 45°.

[0058] In an alternative embodiment, the diameter of the connecting protrusion provided in this embodiment is 12 mm.

[0059] In an alternative embodiment, the connecting protrusion and the connecting recess provided in this embodiment can be fixedly connected by cement paste or epoxy resin.

[0060] In an alternative embodiment, the thickness of the cement paste or epoxy resin used to connect the connecting protrusion and the connecting recess is 1 mm.

[0061] In an alternative embodiment, the first connection structure 11 provided in this embodiment is a connection recess, and the second connection structure 21 is a connection protrusion. When the coral plug module 20 is not installed on the connection recess provided in this embodiment, the connection recess can be used as a reef fort.

[0062] In a specific embodiment, when using the artificial reef device with the bionic coral texture structure provided in this embodiment for coral restoration work, first place the coral plug module 20 provided in this embodiment in a flowing aquarium, and then place the coral larvae cultivated in the laboratory in the flowing aquarium equipped with the coral plug module 20. Most of the coral larvae will settle and start to metamorphose on the coral plug module 20 within three days or less. When the corals on the coral plug module 20 reach the juvenile stage, the coral plug module 20 can be installed on the main body 10, and the artificial reef device with the bionic coral texture structure provided in this embodiment can be placed in the degraded area for coral restoration work.

[0063] In an alternative embodiment, the artificial reef device with the bionic coral texture structure provided in this embodiment includes eight coral plug modules 20. Four of the eight coral plug modules 20 provided in this embodiment are correspondingly arranged on the four first connection structures 11 at the first end of the main body 10. The coral plug modules 20 arranged at the first end of the main body 10 extend along the second direction. The other four of the eight coral plug modules 20 are correspondingly arranged on the four first connection structures 11 on the side of the main body 10. The coral plug modules 20 arranged on the side of the main body 10 extend along the first direction.

[0064] In an alternative embodiment, the four first connection structures 11 arranged on the side of the main body 10 provided in this embodiment are arranged at intervals of 90° along the circumferential direction of the main body 10.

[0065] In a specific embodiment, a third connection structure 31 is provided on the connection module 30 in this embodiment. The connection module 30 and the main body 10 can be connected through the cooperation of the third connection structure 31 and the first connection structure 11. By providing the third connection structure 31 on the connection module 30 provided in this embodiment, the main body 10 and the connection module 30 provided in this embodiment can be connected through the cooperation of the first connection structure 11 and the third connection structure 31.

[0066] In an alternative embodiment, the connection module 30 provided in this embodiment includes a connection column. Third connection structures 31 are provided at both ends of the connection column provided in this embodiment. By providing the third connection structures 31 at both ends of the connection column provided in this embodiment, two adjacent main bodies 10 in the first direction or the second direction can be connected through the connection column.

[0067] In an alternative embodiment, the connection module 30 provided in this embodiment can be connected to any one of a plurality of first connection structures 11. By setting the connection module 30 to be able to connect to any one of the plurality of first connection structures 11, the artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure provided in this embodiment can be expanded in different directions by adding the connection module 30 and the main body 10, so that the artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure provided in this embodiment can be adaptively expanded according to different external environments.

[0068] In an alternative embodiment, the connecting column connected to the first connection structure 11 on the first end of the main body 10 extends along the second direction, and the connecting column connected to the first connection structure 11 on the side of the main body 10 extends along the first direction.

[0069] In an alternative embodiment, the main body 10 provided in this embodiment can be connected to the external environment through a connecting column.

[0070] In an alternative embodiment, the length of the connecting column provided in this embodiment is 114 mm.

[0071] In an alternative embodiment, the shape of the third connection structure 31 is the same as the shape of the second connection structure 21.

[0072] In a specific embodiment, since the artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure provided in this embodiment can be expanded along the first direction and / or the second direction through the cooperation of a plurality of main bodies 10 and a plurality of connection modules 30, scientists can adjust and customize the shape and coral restoration strategy of the artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure according to the geology and coral reef conditions of a specific location, which helps to long-term protect the marine ecosystem.

[0073] In an alternative embodiment, the artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure provided in this embodiment can be combined with a large coral reef framework near a degraded coral community in the external environment through the connection module 30.

[0074] In order to enable the artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure provided in this embodiment to provide more attachment points for corals and their larvae, bionic coral texture structures are provided on both the main body 10 and the connection module 30 in this embodiment. By providing bionic coral texture structures on the main body 10 and the connection module 30 provided in this embodiment, more attachment points are provided for corals and their larvae in the external environment.

[0075] In a specific embodiment, a first connection structure 11 is provided on the first end of the main body 10 in this embodiment, and a fourth connection structure 17 is provided on the second end of the main body 10. When multiple main bodies 10 are arranged at intervals in the first direction, two adjacent main bodies 10 with their second ends approaching each other can be connected through the cooperation of the two fourth connection structures 17. By providing the fourth connection structure 17 on the second end of the main body 10 provided in this embodiment, two adjacent main bodies 10 with their second ends approaching each other can be connected through the cooperation of the two fourth connection structures 17.

[0076] In a specific embodiment, Figure 2 the upper end of the main body 10 in this is the first end of the main body 10 provided in this embodiment, Figure 2 and the lower end of the main body 10 is the second end of the main body 10.

[0077] In a specific embodiment, the fourth connection structure provided in this embodiment includes a splicing recess and a splicing protrusion. When splicing two adjacent main bodies 10 with their second ends approaching each other provided in this embodiment, the splicing protrusion on the second end of the main body 10 can be inserted into the splicing recess on the second end of another main body 10, thereby realizing the splicing of the two main bodies 10 with their second ends approaching each other.

[0078] In an alternative embodiment, both the splicing recess and the splicing protrusion provided in this embodiment are multiple, and the multiple second splicing recesses and the multiple second splicing protrusions are arranged at intervals along the circumferential direction of the main body 10.

[0079] In a specific embodiment, the fourth connection structure provided in this embodiment includes four splicing recesses and four splicing protrusions. The four splicing recesses are arranged at intervals along the circumferential direction of the main body 10, and the four splicing protrusions are arranged at intervals along the circumferential direction of the main body 10 and are located between two adjacent splicing recesses.

[0080] In order to enable the artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure provided in this embodiment to filter the water body in the external environment, the artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure in this embodiment further includes a biological filtration module 40. The biological filtration module 40 is provided inside the main body 10. The biological filtration module 40 is provided with a biological filtration cavity 41 communicating with the external environment, and the biological filtration cavity 41 is used to accommodate water-filtering organisms. By providing the biological filtration cavity 41 communicating with the external environment on the biological filtration module 40 provided in this embodiment, the biological filtration module 40 provided in this embodiment can filter the water body in the external environment by arranging water-filtering organisms in the biological filtration cavity 41, and further effectively improve the water quality of the water body near the artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure provided in this embodiment.

[0081] SeeFigures 11 to 13 As shown, in order to enable the artificial reef device with the bionic coral texture structure provided in this embodiment to provide a shelter for some marine organisms, a receiving cavity 13 communicating with the external environment is provided on the main body 10 in this embodiment, and the biological filtration module 40 is arranged in the receiving cavity 13, and the receiving cavity 13 is used to accommodate marine organisms. By providing the receiving cavity 13 communicating with the external environment on the main body 10 provided in this embodiment, some marine organisms in the external environment can use the receiving cavity 13 as a shelter, thereby improving the ecological restoration effect of the artificial reef device with the bionic coral texture structure provided in this embodiment.

[0082] In an alternative embodiment, the biological filtration module 40 provided in this embodiment is an oyster cage, and the water-filtering organisms provided in this embodiment are oysters.

[0083] In a specific embodiment, the biological filtration module 40 provided in this embodiment not only provides a structurally complex habitat for marine organisms, but also actively improves the water quality of the surrounding environment.

[0084] In a specific embodiment, a communication gap 14 is provided on the main body 10 in this embodiment, and the receiving cavity 13 and the external environment can communicate through the communication gap 14. By providing the communication gap 14 on the main body 10 provided in this embodiment, the external environment and the receiving cavity 13 can communicate through the communication gap 14, so that organisms in the external environment can enter the receiving cavity 13 through the communication gap 14 to hide and avoid predators.

[0085] In an alternative embodiment, a plurality of the communication gaps 14 provided in this embodiment are provided, and the plurality of communication gaps 14 are arranged at intervals on the main body 10.

[0086] In an alternative embodiment, the diameter of the communication gap 14 provided in this embodiment is 250 mm.

[0087] In an alternative embodiment, there are four communication gaps 14 on the side of the main body 10 provided in this embodiment, and the four communication gaps 14 are arranged at intervals of 90° along the circumference of the main body 10.

[0088] In an alternative embodiment, at least one communication gap 14 is provided at each end of the main body 10 provided in this embodiment.

[0089] In an alternative embodiment, a first communication hole 15 is provided on the main body 10 provided in this embodiment, and the first communication hole 15 provided in this embodiment communicates with the receiving cavity 13. When a plurality of main bodies 10 are arranged at intervals in the first direction, adjacent two main bodies 10 with their first ends close to each other can communicate through the first communication hole 15.

[0090] In an alternative embodiment, a second communication hole 16 is provided on the main body 10 provided in this embodiment. The second communication hole 16 provided in this embodiment is communicated with the accommodation cavity 13. When a plurality of main bodies 10 are arranged at intervals in the second direction, adjacent two main bodies 10 can be communicated through the second communication hole 16.

[0091] In an alternative embodiment, there are a plurality of first communication holes 15 provided in this embodiment, and the plurality of first communication holes 15 are arranged at intervals on the main body 10.

[0092] In an alternative embodiment, there are a plurality of second communication holes 16 provided in this embodiment, and the plurality of second communication holes 16 are arranged at intervals on the main body 10.

[0093] In an alternative embodiment, the positions of the plurality of first communication holes 15 provided in this embodiment correspond one-to-one to the positions of a plurality of first connection structures provided on the first end of the main body 10. The positions of the second communication holes 16 provided in this embodiment correspond one-to-one to the positions of a plurality of first connection structures provided on the side of the main body 10. A third communication hole 32 is provided on the connection module 30 provided in this embodiment. When a plurality of main bodies 10 provided in this embodiment are arranged at intervals in the first direction, the first ends are close to each other, and adjacent two main bodies 10 connected through the connection module 30 can be communicated through the first communication hole 15 and the third communication hole 32. When a plurality of main bodies 10 are arranged at intervals in the second direction and are connected through the connection module 30, adjacent two main bodies 10 can be communicated through the second communication hole 16 and the third communication hole 32. Connecting adjacent two main bodies 10 through the first communication hole 15 and the third communication hole 32 or the second communication hole 16 and the third communication hole 32 can form an artificial reef device with a variable and complex bionic coral texture structure, which is beneficial to the aggregation of marine organisms.

[0094] In an alternative embodiment, a clamping projection is provided in the accommodation cavity 13 provided in this embodiment. The oyster cage provided in this embodiment can be clamped with the clamping projection to be fixed in the accommodation cavity 13.

[0095] In an alternative embodiment, the accommodation cavity 13 provided in this embodiment is provided at the second end of the main body 10. The clamping projection provided in this embodiment is provided on one side of the accommodation cavity 13 close to the first end of the main body 10. There are a plurality of clamping projections provided in this embodiment, and the plurality of clamping projections are arranged at intervals along the circumferential direction of the oyster cage for clamping the oyster cage.

[0096] In an alternative embodiment, the clamping projection is a clamping convex column, the diameter of the clamping convex column is 25 mm, and the height is 10 mm.

[0097] In an alternative embodiment, the number of snap studs provided in this embodiment is four.

[0098] In an alternative embodiment, after two bodies 10 provided in this embodiment with their second ends approaching each other are spliced, the accommodation cavities 13 on the two bodies 10 can communicate with each other, and a spherical filtration cavity is formed between the two bodies 10. The oyster cage provided in this embodiment is arranged in the spherical filtration cavity.

[0099] In an alternative embodiment, the diameter of the spherical filtration cavity provided in this embodiment is 220 mm and the height is 480 mm.

[0100] In a specific embodiment, the three-dimensional model of the body 10 provided in this embodiment is made by Maya, with a length of 560 mm, a width of 560 mm, and a depth of 220 mm. The structure of the body 10 provided in this embodiment is designed to replicate the actual size, appearance, and structure of a coral reef with decades of history.

[0101] In an alternative embodiment, the body 10 provided in this embodiment can create optimized shapes and topologies using computer-aided design, 3D printing, and silicone molding, etc.

[0102] In a specific embodiment, the artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure provided in this embodiment uses 3D printing technology and engineering design to build a realistic reef, providing a suitable habitat for marine species and contributing to enhancing marine biodiversity and ecosystem protection.

[0103] In an alternative embodiment, the artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure provided in this embodiment can be formed by 3D printing.

[0104] In an alternative embodiment, the material of the artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure provided in this embodiment is concrete. Of course, in other embodiments, the material of the artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure provided in this embodiment can also be other materials convenient for 3D printing.

[0105] In a specific embodiment, the program modeling and design of the artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure provided in this embodiment combines engineering surface topography to simulate natural coral reefs. The formulated materials are convenient for the 3D printing process to ensure the production of a strong and durable structure. The 3D printed hollow artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure uses the 3D model as a blueprint to create a physical structure, manufactures a silicone mold, accelerates mass production, and allows the replication of multiple artificial reef devices with a bionic coral texture structure, having a consistent design and quality.

[0106] In a specific embodiment, the artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure provided in this embodiment has a centrality of being interlocked, providing a flexible and diverse method for the assembly of the artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure. Users can adjust the assembly mode and composition of the artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure according to factors such as coastal line influence, sea level change, and environmental conditions. By changing the arrangement and combination of each module unit, the artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure can adapt to specific marine habitats and ecological needs. The artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure provided in this embodiment has strong adaptability and customizability, and can effectively respond to changing environmental conditions. Applying this artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure having elasticity and dynamic adaptability helps the protection and restoration of the marine ecosystem.

[0107] See Figure 14 As shown, according to another aspect of the present application, a method for manufacturing a reef module is provided, which is applied to the above artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure. The reef module is one of the main body 10, the coral plug module 20, and the connection module 30. The method for manufacturing a reef module includes: S101, preparing reef mortar by using calcium sulfoaluminate binder, oyster shell powder, water, and polycarboxylate water reducer; S103, placing the reef mortar into a mold and vibrating it on a vibrating table, demolding after uniformly compressing for 24 hours; S105, performing standard curing for 28 days after demolding to obtain the reef module.

[0108] In an optional embodiment, in step S101, the mass ratio of the calcium sulfoaluminate binder, oyster shell powder, water, and polycarboxylate water reducer provided in this embodiment is 1:1:0.5:0.013.

[0109] In an optional embodiment, the calcium carbonate mass concentration in the calcium sulfoaluminate binder provided in this embodiment is greater than 50%.

[0110] In an alternative embodiment, in step S101, when preparing the reef mortar provided in this embodiment, first, the calcium sulfoaluminate binder and oyster shell powder provided in this embodiment are sequentially placed into the mixing bowl of the mixing equipment, and dry-mixed at a speed of 135-145 revolutions per minute for 30 seconds to obtain a dry powder mixture of the calcium sulfoaluminate binder and oyster shell powder. Then, the polycarboxylate water reducer provided in this embodiment is added to water and stirred until the polycarboxylate water reducer is fully mixed with water to obtain a polycarboxylate water reducer aqueous solution. Next, the polycarboxylate water reducer aqueous solution is placed at the center of the dry powder mixture in the mixing bowl and mixed at a speed of 135-145 revolutions per minute for 30 seconds. After the mixing is completed, the mixing equipment is stopped, and the mixing speed of the mixing equipment is switched from 135-145 revolutions per minute to 275-295 revolutions per minute. After the mixing speed of the mixing equipment is switched to 275-295 revolutions per minute, the mixing equipment is started to stir the mixture in the mixing bowl at a speed of 275-295 revolutions per minute for 30 seconds. After the stirring is completed, the mixing equipment is stopped, and the mixture in the mixing bowl is allowed to stand for 90 seconds. After the standing is completed, the mixing equipment is started to stir the mixture in the mixing bowl at a speed of 275-295 revolutions per minute for 60 seconds to obtain the reef mortar provided in this embodiment. In an alternative embodiment, during the mixing of the calcium sulfoaluminate binder and oyster shell powder provided in this embodiment in the mixing bowl of the mixing equipment, a small amount of the dry powder mixture may adhere to the mixing bowl. Before the dry powder mixture is mixed with the polycarboxylate water reducer aqueous solution, the dry powder mixture adhering to the mixing bowl needs to be scraped off the mixing bowl to avoid material loss.

[0111] In an alternative embodiment, during the mixing of the dry powder mixture and the polycarboxylate water reducer in the mixing bowl of the mixing equipment, a small amount of the mixture may adhere to the mixing bowl. During the 90-second standing process, the mixture adhering to the mixing bowl needs to be quickly scraped off the mixing bowl within the first 15 seconds of standing to avoid material loss.

[0112] In an alternative embodiment, the reef mortar provided in this embodiment needs to be subjected to a flow test after preparation. When conducting the flow test on the reef mortar provided in this embodiment, first place a layer of reef mortar with a thickness of about 25 mm in the flow mold, and tamp the reef mortar 20 times with a tamper. When tamping the area near the periphery of the reef mortar, it is necessary to slightly tilt the tamper. Then place a second layer of reef mortar in the flow mold to fill the flow mold. When the flow mold is filled, a straightedge or the edge of a trowel can be used to saw cut at the top of the mold to cut the reef mortar into a plane flush with the top of the flow mold. Then wipe and dry the tabletop where the flow mold is placed. After 1 minute of completing the mixing operation, lift the flow mold from the reef mortar and immediately lower the tabletop 25 times within 15 seconds. Then measure the diameter of the reef mortar along the four lines marked on the tabletop, and record each diameter to the nearest millimeter.

[0113] In an alternative embodiment, during the process of tamping the reef mortar provided in this embodiment with a tamper, the tamping pressure should just ensure uniform filling of the mold, and the tamping should be evenly distributed across the cross-section of each layer.

[0114] In an alternative embodiment, when placing the second layer of reef mortar in the flow mold, a tamper is needed to tamp the reef mortar.

[0115] In an alternative embodiment, the diameter measured for the reef mortar provided in this embodiment in the flow test should be between 17 and 21 mm.

[0116] In an alternative embodiment, to facilitate large-scale production of reef modules, in step S103, for the shaping and demolding of the reef mortar provided in this embodiment, optimized quality control and standardized protocols are formulated using British standards and American standards.

[0117] In an alternative embodiment, in step S103, the mold provided in this embodiment is a reef module mold adapted to the shape of one of the main body 10, the coral plug module 20, and the connection module 30, and mechanical strength tests need to be carried out on at least 6 specimens.

[0118] In an alternative embodiment, the reef module mold provided in this embodiment includes an upper mold assembly, a lower mold assembly, and at least one silicone mold. The upper mold assembly is detachably installed on the lower mold assembly, and a receiving cavity is formed between the upper mold assembly and the lower mold assembly. The silicone mold is installed on the upper or lower mold assembly and is located within the receiving cavity.

[0119] In an alternative embodiment, when manufacturing reef modules using the reef module mold provided in this embodiment, first, apply a thin release agent coating on the inner surfaces of all silicone molds and the inner surfaces of the upper mold assembly and the lower mold assembly for molding. Then, wipe the outer surface and the bottom plate of the reef module mold with a cloth to remove the excess release agent, so as to form a thin and uniform coating on the inner surface of the reef module mold. Next, tie and wrap the reef module mold with a belt or tape to fix the reef module mold and prevent leakage. Then, evenly distribute the first layer of reef mortar with a thickness of about 20 mm on the bottom layer inside the lower mold assembly. Then, turn on the vibrating table to vibrate the reef module mold, so as to compact the reef mortar inside the lower mold assembly. After the reef mortar inside the reef module mold is compacted, turn off the vibrating table and let the reef mortar stand for 2.5 minutes. After the reef mortar stands, install the upper mold assembly on the lower mold assembly to seal the top of the lower mold assembly. At this time, pour the remaining reef mortar into the reef module mold through the upper mold assembly, and compact the remaining mortar into the mold through the runner of the reef module mold. Then, turn on the vibrating table to vibrate the reef module mold, so as to compact the reef mortar in the reef module mold. After the reef mortar inside the reef module mold is compacted, turn off the vibrating table and let the reef mortar stand for 2.5 minutes. Then, continue to compact the remaining mortar into the reef module mold through the runner of the reef module mold until there is no void popping out in the reef module mold, and the filling of the reef mortar in the reef module mold is completed. After the filling of the reef mortar in the reef module mold is completed, the reef mortar inside the reef module mold needs to stand and cure for three days to form a reef module. After the reef module is formed, it can be demolded from the reef module mold to obtain the reef module.

[0120] In an alternative embodiment, when demolding the reef module provided in this embodiment, first lift the reef module mold and place it upside down on the table. At this time, the bottom surface of the lower mold assembly faces up. Then, remove the lower mold assembly from the upper mold assembly and expose the silicone mold installed on the upper mold assembly. Then, separate the silicone mold from the reef module to expose the reef module. Next, turn over the reef module mold with the lower mold assembly removed so that the top surface of the upper mold assembly faces up. Then, remove the upper mold assembly and separate the silicone mold installed on the upper mold assembly from the reef module. At this time, the demolding of the reef module is completed.

[0121] In an alternative embodiment, after the silicone mold provided in this embodiment is demolded, the cement powder residues remaining on the silicone mold need to be removed, and a thin release agent coating is applied on the inner surfaces of all silicone molds for storage until the next casting.

[0122] In an alternative embodiment, in step S105, when the reef module provided in this embodiment is being cured, it needs to be placed in a container that shields sunlight and is filled with clean water for 28 days to obtain the reef module. Shielding sunlight can prevent algae from growing on the surface of the reef module, thus ensuring the curing effect.

[0123] In summary, implementing the artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure and the manufacturing method of the reef module provided in this embodiment has at least the following beneficial technical effects: The artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure in this embodiment uses different combinations of the main body, coral plug modules, and connection modules, and can create habitat structures with different-sized accommodation cavities according to the underwater terrain; The surfaces of the main body and all modules are provided with bionic coral texture structures, which helps the attachment and growth of coral larvae and other organisms; A biological filtration module is also provided in the accommodation cavity, where oysters can be placed and their filter-feeding characteristics can be used to optimize the water quality; In addition, when conducting coral inoculation, only the coral plug module needs to be moved to the laboratory for sexual or asexual coral inoculation, and then the coral plug module after inoculation is connected and positioned on the main body, and the coral inoculation of the artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure can be completed, which is easier than the traditional coral inoculation method. The raw materials of the artificial reef module provided in this embodiment mainly include calcium aluminate binder and oyster shell powder. Compared with traditional Portland cement, the manufacturing process of calcium aluminate binder emits less carbon dioxide and has higher seawater corrosion resistance. The main component of oyster shell powder is calcium carbonate, which is similar to the main component of natural coral, helps create a more natural biological environment, does not release harmful substances, and ensures the safety of the marine ecosystem. Oyster shell powder is a relatively inexpensive and easily available material, which reduces the production cost of artificial reefs. At the same time, since the oyster aquaculture industry is very developed, a large amount of shells are produced as by-products. Using oyster shells ground into powder helps reduce waste accumulation and realizes the reuse of resources, which conforms to the concept of sustainable development.

[0124] The above are only the preferred embodiments of the present application and are not intended to limit the present application. Any modifications, equivalent replacements, and improvements made within the spirit and principle of the present application shall be included in the protection scope of the present application.

Claims

1. An artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure, characterized in that: The artificial reef device with bionic coral texture structure comprises: A main body (10), wherein a first connecting structure (11) is provided on the main body (10); A coral plug module (20), wherein a second connection structure (21) is provided on the coral plug module (20), and the coral plug module (20) can be connected and positioned on the main body (10) through the cooperation between the first connection structure (11) and the second connection structure (21), and the coral plug module (20) is provided with a bionic coral texture structure.

2. The artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: There are a plurality of the first connection structures (11) and the coral plug modules (20); the plurality of the first connection structures (11) are arranged at intervals on the main body (10); and the plurality of the coral plug modules (20) correspond one-to-one to at least some of the first connection structures (11) among the plurality of the first connection structures (11).

3. The artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure according to claim 2, characterized in that: The artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure comprises a plurality of the main bodies (10), wherein the plurality of the main bodies (10) are arranged at intervals along a first direction and / or a second direction, and the artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure further comprises a connection module (30), and two adjacent main bodies (10) can be connected via the connection module (30).

4. The artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure according to claim 3 is characterized in that: The connection module (30) is provided with a third connection structure (31), and the connection module (30) and the main body (10) can be connected through the cooperation of the third connection structure (31) and the first connection structure (11).

5. The artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure according to claim 3, characterized in that: The main body (10) and / or the connecting module (30) are provided with the bionic coral texture structure.

6. The artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure according to claim 4, characterized in that: The first connecting structure (11) is arranged on the first end of the main body (10), and the fourth connecting structure (17) is arranged on the second end of the main body (10). When a plurality of the main bodies (10) are arranged at intervals along the first direction, two adjacent main bodies (10) whose second ends are close to each other can be connected through the cooperation of the two fourth connecting structures (17).

7. The artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure according to any one of claims 3 to 6, characterized in that: The artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure also includes a biological filtration module, which is arranged in the main body (10). The biological filtration module is provided with a biological filtration chamber connected to the external environment, and the biological filtration chamber is used to accommodate water filtering organisms.

8. The artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure according to claim 7, characterized in that: The main body (10) is provided with a containing chamber (13) which is in communication with the external environment, the biological filtration module is arranged in the containing chamber (13), and the containing chamber (13) is used to contain marine organisms.

9. The artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure according to claim 8, characterized in that: The main body is provided with a communication gap (14), and the accommodating cavity (13) can be connected with the external environment through the communication gap (14).

10. A method for manufacturing a reef module, applied to the artificial reef device with a bionic coral texture structure according to any one of claims 3 to 9, wherein the reef module is one of the main body (10), the coral plug module (20) and the connecting module (30), characterized in that: The reef module manufacturing method comprises: Reef mortar is prepared by using calcium sulphoaluminate binder, oyster shell powder, water and polycarboxylate water reducer; The reef mortar is placed in a mold and vibrated on a vibration table, and the mold is removed after being evenly compacted for 24 hours; After demoulding, standard curing is carried out for twenty-eight days to obtain the reef module.

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