Intelligent pet feeding system and method

Abstract

The invention discloses an intelligent pet feeding system and method, belongs to the technical field of intelligent homes, and solves the technical problems that in the prior art, when nobody is at home, the pet food quality cannot be guaranteed, pet feeding is incontrollable, feed is wasted, and the labor amount of feeding personnel is large. Comprising a central control module, an operation panel, a weight sensing device, an image acquisition device, a feed storage box, a pet food bowl, a metering cup, a temperature and humidity monitoring device and a remote control terminal, the image acquisition device is used for acquiring image data of the food container, and the central control module is used for determining whether the food container is empty or not; the operation panel and the remote control terminal are used for sending a feeding instruction to the control center module; the central control module is also used for conducting the feed storage box and the metering cup; and the weight sensing device is used for weighing the feed in the measuring cup in real time. The pet food quality is guaranteed, pet feeding is controlled, feed is saved, and the labor force of feeding personnel is reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of smart home, and particularly to an intelligent pet feeding system and method. Background Art

[0002] With the improvement of people's living standards, the feeding of household pets has become increasingly common, and the status of pets in people's lives has become increasingly important, becoming an indispensable member of many families. At the same time, a series of problems exposed in the process of pet feeding have gradually attracted people's attention.

[0003] On the one hand, the modern life rhythm has accelerated, and people's activities such as going out to work and travel are frequent, especially during holidays. When the owner is away from home, the diet care of pets becomes a problem. The traditional feeding method relies on the owner to feed regularly, but when the owner is not at home, the pet may face the problems of insufficient food supply or food spoilage due to being placed for too long, and it is impossible to ensure that the pet can obtain high-quality food during the time at home, seriously affecting the health of the pet.

[0004] On the other hand, the problem of pet obesity is becoming increasingly serious. Due to pet breeds, ages, genetic factors, as well as physiological conditions such as sterilization and diseases, and the excessive spoiling of some pet owners, high-calorie and delicate foods are given to pets for a long time, and there is a lack of control in feeding time and amount. At the same time, the pet's daily activity level is low, and there is no habit of regularly walking the dog or playing with the cat, resulting in the pet being in a state of overeating and oversleeping for a long time, leading to obesity. According to relevant reports, the incidence of pet obesity is showing a continuous upward trend. If not effectively controlled, it is very likely to become a major hidden danger threatening the health of pets, causing a series of health problems such as diabetes and joint diseases, reducing the quality of life of pets, and shortening the lifespan of pets.

[0005] In order to improve the quality of life and health level of pets, meet the dietary needs of domestic pets, and effectively prevent and control pet obesity, there is an urgent need for a technical means that can continuously supply feed to pets for 24 hours, and can feed at regular intervals, in fixed amounts, and with small and frequent meals. Summary of the Invention

[0006] The purpose of the present invention is to overcome the above technical deficiencies, and propose an intelligent pet feeding system and method to solve the technical problems in the prior art that when there is no one at home, the quality of pet food cannot be guaranteed, pet feeding is unrestrained, feed is wasted, and the labor intensity of the feeding personnel is relatively large.

[0007] The present invention provides an intelligent pet feeding system, including:

[0008] An intelligent pet feeding system includes a central control module, an operation panel, a weight sensing device, an image acquisition device, a feed storage box, a pet food bowl, a measuring cup, a temperature and humidity monitoring device, and a remote control terminal;

[0009] The image acquisition device is used to collect the image data of the pet food bowl and transmit it to the central control module. The central control module is used to determine whether the pet food bowl is empty based on the image data, and at the same time analyze the image data, identify the remaining amount of feed in the pet food bowl, and store the remaining amount data in the storage unit of the central control module;

[0010] The operation panel and the remote control terminal are used to send feeding instructions to the central control module. A variety of feeding mode quick selection buttons are set on the operation panel, including but not limited to the young pet mode, the adult pet mode, and the weight loss mode. Each mode corresponds to different preset values of feed feeding amount and feeding time interval. The remote control terminal remotely sets a personalized feeding plan through a dedicated application program, including customizing the feeding time and feeding amount;

[0011] The central control module is also used to judge whether there is a feeding instruction and whether the pet food bowl is empty. If there is a feeding instruction and the pet food bowl is empty, the feed storage box and the measuring cup are conducted;

[0012] The weight sensing device is used to weigh the feed in the measuring cup in real time. If the weight of the feed in the measuring cup is greater than the first set threshold, the channel between the feed storage box and the measuring cup is closed, the measuring cup and the pet food bowl are conducted, and the feed in the measuring cup enters the pet food bowl;

[0013] The temperature and humidity monitoring device is set inside the feed storage box and is used to monitor the temperature and humidity data in the feed storage box in real time and transmit the data to the central control module. When the temperature and humidity exceed the preset range suitable for feed storage, the central control module sends a warning message to the user through the remote control terminal to remind the user to deal with it in time to ensure the feed quality;

[0014] The feed storage box adopts a vacuum sealing design, and an ultraviolet disinfection device is provided inside. The central control module controls the ultraviolet disinfection device to start regularly according to the preset time or the feed storage duration to sterilize the feed and prevent the feed from deteriorating.

[0015] Furthermore, it also includes a pressure sensing device and an acoustic-optic alarm device; the pressure sensing device is installed at the bottom of the feed storage box and is used to sense the pressure change of the feed storage box in real time and obtain the remaining weight data of the feed in the feed storage box;

[0016] Multiple weight thresholds are preset in the central control module. When the remaining weight data of the feed is lower than different levels of thresholds, the central control module will send different types of prompt information to the remote control terminal according to the corresponding threshold levels, and at the same time control the acoustic-optic alarm device to emit acoustic-optic signals with different frequencies, volumes and color combinations.

[0017] Further, it also includes a first flow control valve and a second flow control valve; the first flow control valve is installed on the channel between the feed storage tank and the measuring cup, and according to the precise instructions of the central control module, it realizes multi-level adjustment of the channel conduction degree; the second flow control valve is installed on the channel between the measuring cup and the pet food bowl, and is used to adjust the conduction and closing of this channel.

[0018] Further, when the weight of the feed in the measuring cup is greater than the second set threshold, the central control module controls the first flow control valve to gradually reduce the conduction degree of the channel between the feed storage tank and the measuring cup in stages according to the specific proportion of the weight exceeding the second set threshold and the real-time characteristics of the feed.

[0019] Further, the set threshold is specifically the minimum value of the preset feed weight and the maximum safe capacity of the measuring cup at a set percentage; if the preset feed weight is greater than the maximum safe capacity of the measuring cup, the first flow control valve conducts the feed storage tank and the measuring cup; when the cumulative weight of the feed in the measuring cup reaches the preset feed weight, or the weight of the feed in the measuring cup is greater than the first set threshold, the first flow control valve is closed.

[0020] The present invention also provides an intelligent pet feeding method, and the method includes the following steps:

[0021] Step S1: The central control module determines whether a feeding instruction is received and whether the pet food bowl is empty; if a feeding instruction is received and it is determined that the pet food bowl is empty, then step S2 is executed;

[0022] Step S2: The central control module controls the first flow control valve to conduct the feed storage tank and the measuring cup, and at the same time starts the weight sensing device to perform real-time high-precision weighing on the feed in the measuring cup. If the weight of the feed in the measuring cup is greater than the first set threshold, then step S3 is executed;

[0023] Step S3: The central control module quickly controls the first flow control valve to close the channel between the feed storage tank and the measuring cup, and at the same time controls the second flow control valve to conduct the measuring cup and the pet food bowl to ensure that the feed in the measuring cup flows into the pet food bowl.

[0024] Further, step S2 also includes that when the weight of the feed in the measuring cup is greater than the second set threshold, the conduction degree of the channel between the feed storage tank and the measuring cup is reduced, where the second set threshold is less than the first set threshold.

[0025] Further, the set threshold is specifically the minimum value of the preset feed weight and the maximum safe capacity of the measuring cup at a set percentage.

[0026] Further, if the preset value of the feed weight is greater than the maximum safe capacity of the measuring cup, the central control module controls the first flow control valve to conduct between the feed storage tank and the measuring cup; during the feeding process, the central control module monitors the cumulative weight of the feed in the measuring cup in real time, and adjusts the opening degree of the first flow control valve and the feeding time interval in a timely manner according to the weight change situation and the real-time flow rate of the feed; until the cumulative weight of the feed in the measuring cup reaches the preset value of the feed weight, or the weight of the feed in the measuring cup is greater than the first set threshold, the central control module issues an instruction to close the first flow control valve..

[0027] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following advantages:

[0028] By collecting the image data of the pet food bowl through the image acquisition device, the central control module can not only determine whether the container is empty, but also identify the remaining amount of feed. The operation panel is provided with quick selection buttons for various feeding modes, and the mobile terminal can remotely set personalized feeding plans. The system accurately controls the feed feeding amount and feeding time according to the feeding instructions, the status of the pet food bowl and the set threshold values, avoiding unrestrained feeding of pets, helping to prevent pet obesity and promoting pet health.

[0029] The weight sensing device weighs the feed in the measuring cup in real time. When the feed weight reaches the set threshold, the system automatically controls the opening and closing of the feed channel. During the weighing process, if the feed weight is greater than the second set threshold, the degree of conduction of the channel between the feed storage tank and the measuring cup will also be reduced, realizing precise control of the feed amount, effectively avoiding feed waste and saving feed resources.

[0030] The user can remotely send feeding instructions through the operation panel or the mobile terminal. Even when there is no one at home, the system can feed according to the preset mode or instructions. At the same time, the user can also view information such as the time and weight of the historical supplied feed on the mobile terminal, without having to pay attention to the pet feeding situation all the time, greatly reducing the labor intensity of the feeding personnel and saving time and energy. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0031] The drawings generally illustrate various embodiments by way of example and not limitation, and are used together with the description and the claims to illustrate the embodiments of the invention. Where appropriate, the same reference numerals are used throughout the drawings to refer to the same or similar parts. Such embodiments are illustrative and are not intended to be an exhaustive or exclusive embodiment of the device or method.

[0032] Figure 1 is the structural schematic diagram of the system according to Embodiment 1 of the present invention Figure 1 ;

[0033] Figure 2 is the structural schematic diagram of the first weighing component according to Embodiment 1 of the present invention Figure 1;

[0034] Figure 3 Structural schematic of weighing component two described in Embodiment 1 of the present invention Figure 2 ;

[0035] Reference numerals: 1 - Central control module; 2 - Operation panel; 3 - First flow control valve; 4 - Second flow control valve; 5 - Weight sensing device; 6 - Pressure sensing device; 7 - Image acquisition device; 8 - Battery; 9 - Feed storage box; 10 - Feed transfer pipe; 11 - Pet food bowl; 12 - Measuring cup; 13 - Box body; 14 - Weighing base; 15 - Screw; 16 - Baffle. Detailed implementation manners

[0036] It should be noted that, without conflict, the embodiments in the present application and the features in the embodiments may be combined with each other. The present application will be described in detail below with reference to the drawings and in combination with the embodiments.

[0037] Embodiment 1

[0038] In order to solve the technical problems in the prior art that when there is no one at home, the quality of pet food cannot be guaranteed, pet feeding is uncontrolled, feed is wasted, and the labor intensity of the feeder is relatively large, Embodiment 1 of the present invention provides an intelligent pet feeding system, and the structural schematic of the system Figure 1 , as Figure 1 shown, the system includes: a central control module 1, an operation panel 2, a weight sensing device 5, an image acquisition device 7, a feed storage box 9, a pet food bowl 11 (such as a food bowl), a measuring cup 12, and a mobile terminal;

[0039] The image acquisition device 7 is used to collect the image data of the pet food bowl 11 and transmit it to the central control module 1, and the central control module 1 is used to determine whether the pet food bowl 11 is empty according to the image data;

[0040] The operation panel 2 and the mobile terminal are used to send feeding instructions to the central control module 1; the central control module 1 is further used to judge whether there is a feeding instruction and whether the pet food bowl 11 is empty. If there is a feeding instruction and the pet food bowl 11 is empty, the feed storage box 9 and the measuring cup 12 are conducted;

[0041] The weight sensing device 5 is used to weigh the feed in the measuring cup 12 in real time. If the weight of the feed in the measuring cup 12 is greater than the first set threshold, the channel between the feed storage box 9 and the measuring cup 12 is closed, the measuring cup 12 and the pet food bowl 11 are conducted, and the feed in the measuring cup 12 enters the pet food bowl 11.

[0042] The above weight sensing device 5 is used to weigh the feed in the measuring cup 12 in real time and then upload it to the central control module 1. The central control module 1 determines the size relationship between the feed weight and the first set threshold, and controls whether the channel between the feed storage tank 9 and the measuring cup 12 is closed.

[0043] Preferably, the system further includes a pressure sensing device 6 and a sound alarm. The pressure sensing device 6 is used to sense the pressure at the bottom of the feed storage tank 9 to obtain the weight data of the feed in the feed storage tank 9, and upload the weight data to the central control module 1. When the weight data is lower than the preset value, the central control module 1 sends an alarm message to at least one of the mobile terminal and the sound alarm.

[0044] Preferably, the system further includes a first flow control valve 3 and a second flow control valve 4. The first flow control valve 3 is used to adjust the opening and closing of the channel between the feed storage tank 9 and the measuring cup 12, and the second flow control valve 4 is used to adjust the opening and closing of the channel between the measuring cup 12 and the pet food bowl 11. After the first flow control valve 3 is closed and before the second flow control valve 4 is opened, the measuring cup 12 accurately weighs and transmits the data to the central control module 1.

[0045] During specific implementation, when the weight of the feed in the measuring cup 12 is greater than the second set threshold, the opening degree of the channel between the feed storage tank 9 and the measuring cup 12 is reduced, where the second set threshold is less than the first set threshold.

[0046] Wherein, the set threshold is specifically the minimum value of the preset feed weight and the maximum capacity of the measuring cup 12 at a set percentage; if the preset feed weight is greater than the maximum capacity of the measuring cup 12, the feed storage tank 9 and the measuring cup 12 are conducted; until the cumulative weight of the feed in the measuring cup 12 is equal to the preset feed weight, or the weight of the feed in the measuring cup 12 is greater than the first set threshold; the channel between the feed storage tank 9 and the measuring cup 12 is closed.

[0047] It should be noted that the set threshold includes a first set threshold and a second set threshold, and the set percentages of the two are different.

[0048] Wherein, the system further includes a box body 13 and a feed conveying pipe 10. The central control module 1, the first flow control valve 3, the second flow control valve 4, the weight sensing device 5, the feed storage tank 9, the feed conveying pipe 10, and the measuring cup 12 are placed inside the box body 13, and the operation panel 2 and the image acquisition device 7 are placed on the box body 13;

[0049] The pet food bowl 11 is located outside the lower part of the box body 13, accommodating and providing the pet with the feed that falls into the measuring cup 12 after the second flow control valve 4 is opened; the box body 13 is a fully enclosed shell, and feed can be added to the feed storage box 9 after the top is opened.

[0050] Preferably, the image acquisition device 7 is arranged at the upper end of the pet food bowl 11, and the mobile terminal can retrieve the image data acquired by the image acquisition device 7 within a certain period of time from the central control module 1;

[0051] The feed storage box 9 is an inverted funnel-shaped container and is located in the upper part of the box body 13; the first flow control valve 3 is arranged at the bottom opening of the feed storage box 9, and the measuring cup 12 is located below the first solenoid valve 3 for receiving the feed from the feed storage box 9;

[0052] The weight sensing device 5 is connected to the measuring cup 12 for weighing the weight of the feed in the measuring cup 12; the second flow control valve 4 is arranged at the bottom of the measuring cup 12, and the feed delivery pipe 10 is located below the measuring cup 12 for receiving the feed from the measuring cup 12;

[0053] The central control module 1 includes a wireless network card and a single-chip microcomputer, and can transmit the image data acquired by the image acquisition device 7 and the weight data acquired by the pressure sensing device 6 to the mobile terminal through the central control module 1.

[0054] After the weight sensing device 5 weighs the feed in the measuring cup 12 in real time to obtain weight data and transmits the weight data to the central control module 1, the central control module 1 controls the opening and closing of the first flow control valve 3 according to the weight data; the above weight data refers to real-time weight data. In addition, the pressure sensing device 6 can also obtain cumulative weight data;

[0055] The central control module 1 is connected to the operation panel 2, the first flow control valve 3, the second flow control valve 4, the weight sensing device 5, the pressure sensing device 6, the image acquisition device 7, and is connected to the mobile terminal through a wireless network (such as, WiFi);

[0056] The system further includes a storage battery 8, and the storage battery 8 serves as a backup power supply for the system, and can ensure that the system still continues to operate according to the preset program when the external power supply is cut off, avoiding the system from stopping running when the external power supply is cut off and the pet being unable to ingest the feed in the feed storage box 9;

[0057] During specific implementation, the feeding instructions specifically include two types: the non-time-limited and non-amount-limited feeding mode instruction and the time-fixed and amount-fixed feeding mode instruction. The non-time-limited and non-amount-limited feeding mode instruction is a continuous feeding instruction, and the time-fixed and amount-fixed feeding mode instruction is an intermittent feeding instruction, that is, a feeding instruction sent at a fixed time. Both are issued by the mobile terminal or the operation panel 2 and include the preset value of the feed weight.

[0058] If the central control module 1 learns from the image acquisition device 7 that there is feed in the pet food bowl 11, the control center module can send an alarm instruction to at least one of the sound alarm and the mobile terminal, and analyze the image data of the pet food bowl 11 (or the feed therein) collected by the real-time image acquisition device 7 until there is no feed (i.e., it is empty) in the pet food bowl 11.

[0059] It should be noted that the operation panel 2 is located on the surface of the box body 13, which is convenient for the operator to press the buttons and observe the data. The operation panel 2 can set the feeding mode (including the non-time-limited and non-amount-limited feeding mode and the time-fixed and amount-fixed feeding mode), the time interval for supplying feed, the weight of feed supplied each time, and can display in real time the weight of the next feed supply, the time of the next feed supply, and the current Beijing time; after the weight data of the feed in the feed storage box 9 is uploaded to the central control module 1, the central control module 1 transmits it to the operation panel 2, and the operation panel 2 displays in real time the weight of the feed in the feed storage box 9; the above information can be sent to the mobile terminal through the central control module 1, and the user can view the above information through the mobile terminal.

[0060] The time and accurate weight of each feed supply and the weight of the feed in the feed storage box 99 can be sent to the mobile terminal through the central control module 11. The mobile terminal can view the specific time of the historical feed supply, the accurate weight of each feed supply, the daily feed supply volume, etc., so as to observe the change in the pet's food intake and thus timely judge the pet's health status.

[0061] In order to better realize intelligent pet feeding and reduce the cost of the intelligent pet feeding system, preferably, the central control module 1 includes a single-chip microcomputer and a wireless network card.

[0062] In a specific embodiment, the system includes a weighing base 14 and screws 15. The weight sensing device 5, the measuring cup 12, the weighing base 14, and the screws 15 constitute a weighing component. The structural schematic diagram of the weighing component 1 is as follows Figure 3 shown

[0063] The weighing base 14 is fixed on the side of the measuring cup 12. The weighing base 14 is used to fix the weight sensing device 5 and is connected to the measuring cup 12 through the weight sensing device 5; the screws 15 are located at both ends of the weight sensing device 5 and are used to fix the weight sensing device 5 to the weighing base 14 and the weight sensing device 5 to the measuring cup 12.

[0064] In another specific embodiment, the system further includes a baffle 16. The weight sensor, measuring cup 12, weighing base 14, screw 15 and baffle 16 form a second weighing component. The schematic diagram of the second weighing component is as follows:

[0065] The weighing base 14 is fixed at the lower end of the weighing part. The weighing base 14 is used to fix the weight sensing device 5 and is connected to the measuring cup 12 through the weight sensing device 5, so as to weigh the feed in the measuring cup 12. The screws 15 are located at both ends of the weight sensing device 5 and are used to fix the weight sensing device 5 to the weighing base 14 and the weight sensing device 5 to the measuring cup 12. The baffle 16 is located at the bottom of the measuring cup 12 and on one side of the weight sensing device 5, ensuring that when the second flow control valve 4 is opened, all the feed in the measuring cup 12 can slide down through the feed transfer pipe 10 into the food bowl. The baffle 16 is located at the bottom of the measuring cup 12 and on one side of the weight sensing device 5, ensuring that when the second flow control valve 4 is opened, all the feed in the measuring cup 12 can slide down through the feed transfer pipe 10 into the food bowl.

[0066] Embodiment 2

[0067] In order to solve the technical problems in the prior art that when there is no one at home, the quality of pet food cannot be guaranteed, pets are fed without restraint, feed is wasted, and the labor intensity of the feeding personnel is relatively large, Embodiment 2 of the present invention provides an intelligent pet feeding method, including the following steps:

[0068] Step S1: Determine whether there is a feeding instruction and whether the pet food bowl 11 is empty. If there is a feeding instruction and the pet food bowl 11 is empty, then execute Step S2;

[0069] Step S2: Connect the feed storage box 9 and the measuring cup 12, and perform real-time weighing on the feed in the measuring cup 12. If the weight of the feed in the measuring cup 12 is greater than the first set threshold, then execute Step S3;

[0070] Step S3: Close the channel between the feed storage box 9 and the measuring cup 12, connect the measuring cup 12 and the pet food bowl 11, and the feed in the measuring cup 12 enters the pet food bowl 11.

[0071] Preferably, determining whether the pet food bowl 11 is empty specifically includes collecting image data of the pet food bowl 11 and determining whether the pet food bowl 11 is empty through the image data.

[0072] Among them, Step S2 further includes that when the weight of the feed in the measuring cup 12 is greater than the second set threshold, the degree of conduction of the channel between the feed storage box 9 and the measuring cup 12 is reduced, where the second set threshold is less than the first set threshold.

[0073] Preferably, the first preset percentage is 60% - 90%, such as 80%; the second preset percentage is 90% - 100%, such as 97%.

[0074] Preferably, the set threshold is specifically the minimum value of the preset value of the feed weight and the maximum capacity of the measuring cup 12 at the set percentage.

[0075] If the preset value of the feed weight is greater than the maximum capacity of the measuring cup 12, the feed storage box 9 and the measuring cup 12 are turned on; until the cumulative weight of the feed in the measuring cup 12 is equal to the preset value of the feed weight, or the feed weight in the measuring cup 12 is greater than the first set threshold; the channel between the feed storage box 9 and the measuring cup 12 is closed.

[0076] It should be noted that if the preset value of the feed weight is greater than the maximum capacity of the measuring cup 12; and the cumulative weight of the feed in the measuring cup 12 is equal to the preset value of the feed weight, at this time the cumulative feed weight meets the condition of the preset value of the feed weight, the channel between the feed storage box 9 and the measuring cup 12 is closed, and this feeding is completed;

[0077] If the preset value of the feed weight is greater than the maximum capacity of the measuring cup 12; if the feed weight in the measuring cup 12 is greater than the first set threshold, and at the same time the cumulative feed weight does not meet the condition of the preset value of the feed weight, after closing the channel between the feed storage box 9 and the measuring cup 12, the channel between the feed storage box 9 and the measuring cup 12 needs to be turned on again until the cumulative feed weight meets the condition of the preset value of the feed weight, and this feeding is completed.

[0078] For the content not repeatedly described in the above Embodiment 1 and Embodiment 2, reference can be made to each other.

[0079] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention include: determining whether the pet food bowl 11 is empty through the image acquisition device 7 and the central control module 1, sending a feeding instruction to the central control module 1 through the operation panel 2 or the mobile terminal, and the central control module 1 controls the opening and closing of the channel between the feed storage box 9 and the measuring cup 12 and the channel between the measuring cup 12 and the pet food bowl 11 according to the feeding instruction and whether the pet food bowl 11 is empty, so as to provide feed for the pet without time limit and without quantity limit or regularly and quantitatively, ensuring the quality of the pet food when there is no one at home, controlling the pet feeding, saving feed and reducing the labor of the feeding personnel;

[0080] At the same time, the system and method of the present invention can provide feed for the pet continuously for 24 hours, and view the specific time of the historical supplied feed, the accurate weight of the supplied feed each time, the daily feed supply volume, etc. on the mobile terminal or the operation panel 2, so as to observe the change of the pet's appetite and thus judge the pet's health status in time..

[0081] As described above, it is only the preferred specific embodiment of the present invention, but the protection scope of the present invention is not limited thereto. Any person skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed by the present invention, according to the technical solution of the present invention and its inventive concept, making equivalent substitutions or changes, shall be covered by the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. An intelligent pet feeding system, characterized in that: It includes a central control module, an operation panel, a weight sensor, an image acquisition device, a feed storage box, a pet food bowl, a measuring cup, a temperature and humidity monitoring device, and a remote control terminal; The image acquisition device is used to collect image data of the pet food bowl and transmit it to the central control module, and the central control module is used to determine whether the pet food bowl is empty according to the image data, and analyze the image data to identify the remaining amount of feed in the pet food bowl, and store the remaining amount data in the storage unit of the central control module; The operation panel and the remote control terminal are used to send feeding instructions to the central control module. The operation panel is provided with a variety of feeding mode quick selection buttons, including but not limited to young pet mode, adult pet mode, and weight loss mode. Each mode corresponds to a different feed feeding amount and feeding time interval preset value. The remote control terminal remotely sets a personalized feeding plan through a special application, including custom feeding time and feeding amount; The central control module is also used to determine whether there is a feeding instruction and whether the pet food bowl is empty. If there is a feeding instruction and the pet food bowl is empty, the feed reserve box and the measuring cup are turned on; The weight sensing device is used to weigh the feed in the measuring cup in real time. If the weight of the feed in the measuring cup is greater than a first set threshold, the passage between the feed storage box and the measuring cup is closed, the measuring cup and the pet food bowl are connected, and the feed in the measuring cup enters the pet food bowl; The temperature and humidity monitoring device is installed inside the feed storage box to monitor the temperature and humidity data in the feed storage box in real time and transmit the data to the central control module. When the temperature and humidity exceed the preset range suitable for feed storage, the central control module sends an early warning message to the user through the remote control terminal to remind the user to handle it in time to ensure the quality of the feed; The feed storage box adopts a vacuum sealing design and is equipped with an ultraviolet disinfection device inside. The central control module controls the timing of the ultraviolet disinfection device to start according to the preset time or feed storage time to sterilize the feed and prevent it from spoiling.

2. The intelligent pet feeding system according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a pressure sensing device and an audible and visual alarm device; the pressure sensing device is installed at the bottom of the feed reserve box, and is used to sense the pressure change of the feed reserve box in real time and obtain the remaining weight data of the feed in the feed reserve box; The central control module has multiple weight thresholds preset. When the remaining weight data of the feed is lower than the thresholds of different levels, the central control module will send different types of prompt information to the remote control terminal according to the corresponding threshold levels, and at the same time control the sound and light alarm device to send out sound and light signals with different frequencies, volumes and color combinations.

3. The intelligent pet feeding system according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a first flow control valve and a second flow control valve; the first flow control valve is installed on the channel between the feed storage box and the metering cup, and realizes multi-level adjustment of the channel conductivity according to the precise instructions of the central control module; the second flow control valve is installed on the channel between the metering cup and the pet food bowl, and is used to adjust the conduction and closure of the channel.

4. The intelligent pet feeding system according to claim 1, characterized in that: When the weight of the feed in the measuring cup is greater than the second set threshold, the central control module controls the first flow control valve in stages and progressively to reduce the degree of conduction of the channel between the feed reserve box and the measuring cup according to the specific proportion of the weight exceeding the second set threshold and the real-time characteristics of the feed.

5. The intelligent pet feeding system according to claim 4, characterized in that: The set threshold is specifically the minimum value of the preset feed weight and the maximum safe capacity of the measuring cup under the set percentage; if the preset feed weight is greater than the maximum safe capacity of the measuring cup, the first flow control valve connects the feed reserve box and the measuring cup; when the cumulative weight of the feed in the measuring cup reaches the preset feed weight, or the feed weight in the measuring cup is greater than the first set threshold, the first flow control valve is closed.

6. A smart pet feeding method, characterized in that: The method comprises the following steps: Step S1: The central control module determines whether a feeding instruction is received and whether the pet food bowl is empty; if a feeding instruction is received and the pet food bowl is determined to be empty, step S2 is executed; Step S2: The central control module controls the first flow control valve to conduct the feed reserve box and the measuring cup, and simultaneously starts the weight sensing device to perform real-time high-precision weighing of the feed in the measuring cup. If the weight of the feed in the measuring cup is greater than the first set threshold, step S3 is executed; Step S3: The central control module quickly controls the first flow control valve to close the passage between the feed storage box and the metering cup, and simultaneously controls the second flow control valve to connect the metering cup and the pet food bowl, ensuring that the feed in the metering cup flows into the pet food bowl.

7. The method according to claim 6, characterized in that The step S2 also includes reducing the degree of connectivity of the passage between the feed reserve box and the measuring cup when the weight of the feed in the measuring cup is greater than a second set threshold, wherein the second set threshold is less than the first set threshold.

8. The intelligent pet feeding method according to claim 7, characterized in that: The set threshold value is specifically the minimum value of the preset value of the feed weight and the maximum safe capacity of the measuring cup under the set percentage.

9. The intelligent pet feeding method according to claim 8, characterized in that: If the preset value of the feed weight is greater than the maximum safe capacity of the measuring cup, the central control module controls the first flow control valve to connect the feed reserve box and the measuring cup; during the feeding process, the central control module monitors the cumulative weight of the feed in the measuring cup in real time, and adjusts the opening of the first flow control valve and the feeding time interval in time according to the weight change and the real-time flow rate of the feed; until the cumulative weight of the feed in the measuring cup reaches the preset value of the feed weight, or the weight of the feed in the measuring cup is greater than the first set threshold, the central control module issues a command to close the first flow control valve.

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