Pig breeding intelligent feeding system and control method

Abstract

The invention relates to the technical field of breeding equipment, in particular to a pig breeding intelligent feeding system which comprises a feeding device, a weighing device, a mixing device, a feeding conveying device and an ingestion device. The system is suitable for automatic feeding of multiple stages of live pig breeding, such as piglet milk supplement and multiple growth stages of live pig nursing and fattening, the automation degree is high, manual participation is reduced, the working efficiency is high, accurate feeding of live pigs in all stages can be achieved, and growth and development of the live pigs are better facilitated. The required accurate amount of dry feed can be added into the mixing device through the feeding device and the weighing device, the required amount of water is added, the mixture is stirred uniformly and then enters the feeding and conveying device, the required amount of feed is conveyed into the corresponding ingestion device through the feeding and conveying device, and only the required amount in one pig trough is conveyed each time, so that the feeding efficiency is greatly improved. Individual feeding is achieved, development requirements of different live pigs and different stages can be met, manual operation is reduced, and working efficiency is high.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of breeding equipment, and particularly relates to an intelligent feeding system and control method for pig breeding. Background Art

[0002] With the continuous development of the large-scale breeding industry, higher requirements are also put forward for intelligent breeding equipment and technologies. At present, in the traditional pig breeding process, feeding by column is still adopted, that is, usually, the feeder manually weighs and mixes the feed and then directly pours it into the feeding trough. In large-scale breeding, the labor intensity of manual work is large, the work efficiency is low, and there are often large deviations in the feeding amount during the feeding process, making it difficult to achieve precise feeding and resulting in growth differences among pigs. At the same time, during the pig feeding process, dry feed is mostly used, which causes a lot of dust, a poor feeding environment, and a high risk of respiratory diseases for pigs, which is not conducive to the growth and development of pigs. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The purpose of the present invention is to provide an intelligent feeding system and control method for pig breeding to solve the existing technical problems in the above background art.

[0004] To solve the above technical problems, the technical solution provided by the present invention is: an intelligent feeding system for pig breeding is provided, including a feeding device, a weighing device, a mixing device, a feeding conveying device, and a feeding device; the feeding device is used to provide the required raw materials; the weighing device is arranged at the end of the feeding device and is used for weighing the raw materials; the mixing device is arranged at the end of the weighing device and is used for mixing the raw materials; one end of the feeding conveying device is connected to the mixing device, and the other end is connected to the feeding device, and a plurality of feeding devices are arranged corresponding to the feeding conveying device.

[0005] On the basis of the above technical solution, the feeding device includes a storage barrel, a feeding trough, a feeding auger, and a first driving component. The feeding trough is arranged at the bottom end of the storage barrel, and a feeding port is arranged corresponding to the opening at the bottom end of the storage barrel. The feeding auger is arranged in the feeding trough and is driven to rotate by the first driving component.

[0006] On the basis of the above technical solution, stirring teeth are arranged inside the storage barrel, and the stirring teeth are driven to rotate by a second driving component.

[0007] On the basis of the above technical solution, the weighing device includes a weighing box, a weighing sensor, a conveying trough, and a conveying auger. A main feeding port is arranged on the weighing box, the weighing sensor is arranged at the bottom end of the weighing box, one end of the conveying trough is arranged inside the weighing box, the conveying auger is arranged in the conveying trough and is driven to rotate by a third driving component, and a conveying discharge port is arranged at the bottom end of the conveying trough outside the weighing box.

[0008] On the basis of the above technical solution, the mixing device includes a mixing barrel, a liquid pipeline, a stirring part and a fourth driving component. The top end of the mixing barrel is correspondingly arranged below the conveying and discharging port. The end of the liquid pipeline is arranged in the mixing barrel for conveying liquid. The stirring part is arranged in the mixing barrel and is driven to rotate by the fourth driving component. A wet material outlet is also arranged on the mixing barrel.

[0009] On the basis of the above technical solution, the feeding and conveying device includes a feeding pipeline, an air inlet pipeline, a conveying pump and a conveying pipeline. The feeding pipeline is connected to the wet material outlet. Both the feeding pipeline and the air inlet pipeline are connected to the conveying pipeline through a multi-way control valve. The conveying pump is arranged on the conveying pipeline to provide a power source for feed conveying.

[0010] On the basis of the above technical solution, the feeding and conveying device further includes a water inlet pipeline. The water inlet pipeline is arranged in parallel with the air inlet pipeline and is connected to the conveying pipeline through a multi-way control valve.

[0011] On the basis of the above technical solution, a heater is further connected to the water inlet pipeline.

[0012] On the basis of the above technical solution, the feeding device includes a mounting partition, a feeding trough and a level sensor. The conveying pipeline is fixedly arranged on the mounting partition. The feeding trough is arranged below the mounting partition. The level sensor is fixedly arranged on the mounting partition and its end is located in the feeding trough.

[0013] The present application also provides a control method for the above-mentioned intelligent pig breeding feeding system, including the following steps: Based on the feeding signal provided by the system, the feeding device works to feed dry materials into the weighing device; the feeding signal is a lack-of-material signal collected by the level sensor in the feeding trough; The weighing device weighs the required amount of dry materials for each component of the feed mixture and conveys the dry materials to the mixing device; The mixing device receives the required amount of dry materials and the corresponding proportion of water, stirs them, and after mixing evenly, obtains feed and conveys it to the feeding and conveying device; The feeding and conveying device conveys the feed to the feeding device for pigs to eat. Among them, the feed is driven by the conveying pump to enter the conveying pipeline through the feeding pipeline, and then the feed is conveyed into the feeding device by introducing gas through the air inlet pipeline; the above operations are repeated to complete the feeding operations of multiple feeding devices; After the feed conveying is completed, water is introduced through the water inlet pipeline to clean the conveying pipeline.

[0014] The beneficial effects produced by the technical solution provided by the present invention are as follows: The present invention provides an intelligent feeding system for live pig farming, which is applicable to automatic feeding in multiple stages of live pig farming, such as milk supplementation for piglets and multiple growth stages such as live pig conservation and fattening. It has a high degree of automation, reduces manual participation, has high work efficiency, can achieve precise feeding at each stage of live pigs, and is more conducive to the growth and development of live pigs. Through the feeding device and the weighing device, the accurate amount of dry feed required can be added to the mixing device, and the required amount of water is added and stirred evenly and then enters the feeding and conveying device. Through the feeding and conveying device, the required amount of feed is conveyed to the corresponding feeding device, and each conveyance only conveys the amount required in one live pig feeding trough, realizing personalized feeding, which is beneficial to meeting the development needs of different live pigs and different stages. The automatic operation is more convenient, reduces manual operation, and has high work efficiency.

[0015] The present application also provides a control method for using the above intelligent feeding system for live pig farming. The operation is simpler, it can automatically complete the feeding work of multiple live pigs, and at the same time can achieve precise feeding and synchronous cleaning. The feeding process is more hygienic and is beneficial to the healthy growth of live pigs. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0016] Figure 1 is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of the feeding device, weighing device, and mixing device in the present invention; Figure 2 is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of the feeding device, weighing device, and mixing device from another angle in the present invention; Figure 3 is a structural schematic diagram of the feeding device in the present invention; Figure 4 is an internal structural schematic diagram of the feeding device in the present invention; Figure 5 is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of the weighing device in the present invention; Figure 6 is an internal structural schematic diagram of the weighing device in the present invention; Figure 7 is a structural schematic diagram of the feeding and conveying device in the present invention; Figure 8 is a structural schematic diagram of the feeding device in the present invention; DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE EMBODIMENTS The present invention will be further described below with reference to the drawings and embodiments: In the present invention, unless otherwise clearly defined and limited, terms such as "installed", "connected", "linked", "fixed", etc. shall be understood in a broad sense. For example, it may be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or integrated; it may be directly connected, or indirectly connected through an intermediate medium, and it may be the communication inside two components or the interaction relationship between two components. For those of ordinary skill in the art, the specific meanings of the above terms in the present invention can be understood according to specific circumstances.

[0017] In the description of the present invention, it should be understood that the orientation or positional relationship indicated by terms such as "left", "right", "front", "rear", "top", "bottom", etc. are all based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawings. It is only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, rather than indicating or implying that the device or component referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore cannot be construed as a limitation on the present invention.

[0018] As Figures 1 to 8 shown, an intelligent feeding system for pig breeding includes a feeding device 1, a weighing device 2, a mixing device 3, a feeding conveying device 4, and a feeding device 5; the feeding device 1 is used to provide the required raw materials; the weighing device 2 is arranged at the end of the feeding device 1 for weighing the raw materials; the mixing device 3 is arranged at the end of the weighing device 2 for mixing the raw materials; one end of the feeding conveying device 4 is connected to the mixing device 3, and the other end is connected to the feeding device 5, and a plurality of feeding devices 5 are arranged corresponding to the feeding conveying device 4.

[0019] The present invention provides an intelligent feeding system for pig breeding, which is suitable for automatic feeding in multiple stages of pig breeding, such as piglet milk supplementation, pig conservation, fattening and other growth stages. It has a high degree of automation, reduces manual participation, has high work efficiency, can achieve precise feeding at each stage of pigs, and is more conducive to the growth and development of pigs. Through the feeding device 1 and the weighing device 2, the accurate amount of dry feed required can be added to the mixing device 3, and the required amount of water is added and stirred evenly and then enters the feeding conveying device 4. Through the feeding conveying device 4, the required amount of feed is conveyed to the corresponding feeding device 5. Each time, only the amount required in one pig trough is conveyed, realizing personalized feeding, which is beneficial to meeting the development needs of different pigs and different stages. The automated operation is more convenient, reduces manual operation, and has high work efficiency.

[0020] On the basis of the above technical solution, the feeding device 1 includes a storage barrel 11, a feeding trough 12, a feeding auger 13, and a first driving component 14. The feeding trough 12 is arranged at the bottom end of the storage barrel 11, and a feeding port 15 is arranged corresponding to the opening at the bottom end of the storage barrel 11. The feeding auger 13 is arranged in the feeding trough 12 and is driven to rotate by the first driving component 14.

[0021] On the basis of the above technical solution, stirring teeth 16 are arranged inside the storage bucket 11, and the stirring teeth 16 are driven to rotate by a second driving component 17.

[0022] Preferably, a cover body 18 is detachably connected to the top end of the storage bucket 11.

[0023] By providing a feeding device 1, raw materials are stored and conveyed; specifically, in the initial state, the raw materials are stored in the storage bucket 11. After receiving a signal for feeding, the first driving component 14 drives the feeding auger 13 to rotate. Under the action of the feeding auger 13, the raw materials in the storage bucket 11 are output from the feeding chute 12 and fall into the weighing box 21. More preferably, a cover body 18 is arranged at the top of the storage bucket 11 to facilitate the replenishment of raw materials. Stirring teeth 16 are arranged inside the storage bucket 11 and are driven to rotate by a second driving component 17, which can facilitate discharging. Since the particle fineness of some raw materials is small, it can prevent the upper feeding port from being blocked and affecting the discharging. At the same time, it can also prevent phenomena such as caking that may occur during the storage of raw materials and assist in dispersing.

[0024] On the basis of the above technical solution, the weighing device 2 includes a weighing box 21, a weighing sensor 22, a conveying chute 23 and a conveying auger 24. A main feeding port 25 is arranged on the weighing box 21. The weighing sensor 22 is arranged at the bottom end of the weighing box 21. One end of the conveying chute 23 is arranged inside the weighing box 21. The conveying auger 24 is arranged inside the conveying chute 23 and is driven to rotate by a third driving component 26. A conveying discharge port 27 is arranged at the bottom end of the conveying chute 23 outside the weighing box 21.

[0025] Preferably, a plurality of main feeding ports 25 are arranged, and an auxiliary feeding port 28 is also arranged on the side wall of the weighing box 21 and is located on one side of the main feeding port 25. In a more preferred embodiment, the main feeding port 25 is connected to the feeding chute 12 in the feeding device 1, that is, the feeding auger 13 conveys the required feed into the weighing box 21 for weighing. By providing the auxiliary feeding port 28, it is convenient to add auxiliary nutrients, drugs and other additives when needed, and accurate weighing can be carried out to achieve precise feeding.

[0026] By providing a weighing device 2, the raw materials required in the actual feeding process can be accurately weighed and taken, so as to achieve scientific and precise feeding; specifically, the raw materials conveyed in the feeding device 1 are received in the weighing box 21, enter through the main feeding port 5, and the required amount of raw materials is weighed by the weighing sensor 22. The required raw materials are output from the conveying chute 23 through the conveying auger 24 and are output from the conveying discharge port 27 to the mixing device 3 for subsequent mixing.

[0027] On the basis of the above technical solution, the mixing device 3 includes a mixing barrel 31, a liquid pipeline 32, a stirring part 33 and a fourth driving component 34. The top of the mixing barrel 31 is correspondingly arranged below the conveying and discharging port 27. The end of the liquid pipeline 32 is arranged inside the mixing barrel 31 for conveying liquid. The stirring part 33 is arranged inside the mixing barrel 31 and is driven to rotate by the fourth driving component 34. A wet material outlet 35 is also arranged on the mixing barrel 31.

[0028] By providing the mixing device 3, dry raw materials such as milk powder can be mixed with liquid such as water and stirred into uniform feed, which is then conveyed to the feeding troughs of each live pig for feeding. Specifically, the mixing barrel 31 receives the dry material output from the conveying and discharging port 27, and the corresponding proportion of water is conveyed in the liquid pipeline 32. The fourth driving component 34 drives the stirring part 33 to rotate, mixes the dry material and water evenly, and then outputs from the wet material outlet on the mixing barrel 31.

[0029] On the basis of the above technical solution, the feeding and conveying device 4 includes a feeding pipeline 41, an air inlet pipeline 42, a conveying pump 44 and a conveying pipeline 45. The feeding pipeline 41 is connected to the wet material outlet 35. The feeding pipeline 41 and the air inlet pipeline 42 are both connected to the conveying pipeline 45 through a multi-way control valve. The conveying pump 44 is arranged on the conveying pipeline 45 to provide a power source for feed conveying.

[0030] On the basis of the above technical solution, the feeding and conveying device 4 further includes a water inlet pipeline 43. The water inlet pipeline 43 is arranged in parallel with the air inlet pipeline 42 and is connected to the conveying pipeline 45 through a multi-way control valve.

[0031] During the specific conveying process, the feeding pipeline 41 is connected to the mixing device 3, that is, the mixed and homogenized feed is input into the conveying pipeline 45. After the conveying pump 44 provides power to convey the feed into the conveying pipeline 45, the valve is switched to connect the air inlet pipeline 42, and high-pressure gas is introduced to convey the feed into the feeding device 5 for each live pig to eat. More preferably, by providing the water inlet pipeline 43, that is, using water and gas alternately as the power source at the same time, the conveying pipeline 45 can be cleaned in time, realizing cleaning while conveying, the operation is more convenient, more hygienic and residue-free, avoiding the deterioration of the food remaining in the conveying pipeline and affecting the quality of subsequent feeding, and is more suitable for the growth and development of live pigs.

[0032] On the basis of the above technical solution, a heater 6 is also connected to the water inlet pipeline 43.

[0033] In a preferred embodiment, a heater 6 is provided on the water inlet pipeline 43, which can heat the water to output hot water or warm water, being more beneficial to the growth and development of live pigs, especially suitable for the feeding of piglets; meanwhile, it is also beneficial to the cleaning of the conveying pipeline 45, saving energy consumption and ensuring the feeding effect. It can be understood that the heater can be obtained from the prior art and can adopt the principle similar to that of a gas water heater or an electric water heater, as long as it can realize the heating of the water in the water inlet pipeline.

[0034] Preferably, pressure sensors and one-way valves are provided on the feeding pipeline 41, the air inlet pipeline 42, the water inlet pipeline 43 and the conveying pipeline 45.

[0035] In a preferred embodiment, pressure sensors and one-way valves are provided in multiple pipelines, which can ensure the safety and stability of the feed during transportation. By providing pressure sensors, the operating states of each pipeline in the system can be detected in real time. For example, when the system detects abnormal pressure in the pipeline, it will promptly feedback to the staff for processing to avoid losses and effectively prevent the liquid from flowing back, affecting the normal operation of the equipment.

[0036] Based on the above technical solution, the feeding device 5 includes a mounting partition 51, a feeding trough 52 and a level sensor 53. The conveying pipeline 45 is fixedly arranged on the mounting partition 51, the feeding trough 52 is arranged below the mounting partition 51, and the level sensor 53 is fixedly arranged on the mounting partition 51 and its end is located in the feeding trough 52.

[0037] A plurality of feeding devices 5 corresponding to the conveying pipeline 45 are provided, which can supply multiple live pigs. At the same time, each live pig is separately provided with its own feeding trough 52, which can realize personalized and precise feeding, being more hygienic; level sensors 53 are correspondingly arranged in each feeding trough 52 to timely master the feeding situation of the live pigs, feed in small amounts and at regular intervals, supply fresh feed in real time, ensure the cleanliness and hygiene of the fed feed, and be more conducive to scientific feeding.

[0038] Preferably, a protrusion 521 is arranged in the feeding trough 52, and the end of the conveying pipeline 45 is arranged corresponding to the top of the protrusion 521. By arranging the protrusion 521 in the feeding trough 52, it can play an auxiliary drainage role during the feeding process of the conveying pipeline 45, avoid splashing and reduce the existing hygiene risks.

[0039] The above-mentioned first driving component 14, second driving component 17, third driving component 26 and fourth driving component 34 all adopt the structure of a driving motor or a driving motor cooperating with a belt transmission mechanism to realize the operation of the driven component.

[0040] This application also provides a control method for an intelligent feeding system for pig breeding, including the following steps: Based on the feeding signal provided by the system, the feeding device operates to feed dry materials into the weighing device; the feeding signal is a material shortage signal collected by the material level sensor in the trough. The weighing device weighs the required amount of dry materials for each component of the feed mixture and transports the dry materials to the mixing device. The mixing device receives the required amount of dry materials and the corresponding proportion of water, stirs them, and after mixing evenly, obtains the feed and transports it to the feeding and conveying device. The feeding and conveying device transports the feed to the feeding device for the live pigs to eat. Among them, the feed is driven by a feed pump and enters the conveying pipeline through the feeding pipeline, and then the feed is transported into the feeding device by introducing gas into the air inlet pipeline; the above operations are repeated to complete the feeding operations of multiple feeding devices. After the feed transportation is completed, water is introduced through the water inlet pipeline to clean the conveying pipeline.

[0041] This application also provides a control method for the intelligent feeding system for pig breeding. The operation is simpler, it can automatically complete the feeding work of multiple live pigs, and at the same time, it can achieve precise feeding and synchronous cleaning. The feeding process is more hygienic and is beneficial to the healthy growth of live pigs.

[0042] The head end and the tail end mentioned above are defined according to the conveying direction of the materials, and are only for the convenience of describing and understanding the present technical solution, and do not constitute a limitation to this application.

[0043] The above shows and describes the basic principles and main features of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, it is obvious that the present invention is not limited to the details of the above exemplary embodiments. Therefore, the embodiments should be regarded as exemplary and non-limiting. The scope of the present invention is defined by the appended claims rather than the above description. Therefore, it is intended to include all changes falling within the meaning and scope of the equivalent elements of the claims in the present invention.

[0044] In addition, it should be understood that although this specification is described according to embodiments, not every embodiment only contains an independent technical solution. This narrative way of the specification is only for clarity. Those skilled in the art should regard the specification as a whole, and the technical solutions in each embodiment can also be appropriately combined to form other embodiments that can be understood by those skilled in the art.

Claims

1. An intelligent feeding system for pig farming, characterized in that, It includes a feeding device (1), a weighing device (2), a mixing device (3), a feeding and conveying device (4), and a feeding device (5); the feeding device (1) is used to provide the required raw materials; the weighing device (2) is arranged at the end of the feeding device (1) for weighing the raw materials; the mixing device (3) is arranged at the end of the weighing device (2) for mixing the raw materials; one end of the feeding and conveying device (4) is connected to the mixing device (3), and the other end is connected to the feeding device (5), and a plurality of the feeding devices (5) are arranged corresponding to the feeding and conveying device (4).

2. The intelligent feeding system for live pig breeding according to claim 1, characterized in that, The feeding device (1) includes a storage bucket (11), a feeding trough (12), a feeding auger (13), and a first driving component (14). The feeding trough (12) is arranged at the bottom end of the storage bucket (11), and a feeding port (15) is arranged corresponding to the opening at the bottom end of the storage bucket (11). The feeding auger (13) is arranged in the feeding trough (12) and is driven to rotate by the first driving component (14).

3. The intelligent feeding system for live pig breeding according to claim 2, wherein, Stirring teeth (16) are arranged inside the storage bucket (11), and the stirring teeth (16) are driven to rotate by a second driving component (17).

4. An intelligent feeding system for live pig breeding according to claim 1, characterized in that, The weighing device (2) includes a weighing box (21), a weighing sensor (22), a conveying trough (23), and a conveying auger (24). A main feeding port (25) is arranged on the weighing box (21). The weighing sensor (22) is arranged at the bottom end of the weighing box (21). One end of the conveying trough (23) is arranged inside the weighing box (21). The conveying auger (24) is arranged in the conveying trough (23) and is driven to rotate by a third driving component (26). A conveying discharge port (27) is arranged at the bottom end of the conveying trough (23) outside the weighing box (21).

5. The intelligent feeding system for live pig breeding according to claim 4, wherein, The mixing device (3) includes a mixing barrel (31), a liquid pipeline (32), a stirring part (33), and a fourth driving component (34). The top end of the mixing barrel (31) is arranged corresponding to the lower side of the conveying discharge port (27). The end of the liquid pipeline (32) is arranged inside the mixing barrel (31) for conveying liquid. The stirring part (33) is arranged inside the mixing barrel (31) and is driven to rotate by the fourth driving component (34). A wet material outlet (35) is also arranged on the mixing barrel (31).

6. The intelligent feeding system for live pig breeding according to claim 5, characterized in that, The feeding and conveying device (4) includes a feeding pipeline (41), an air inlet pipeline (42), a conveying pump (44), and a conveying pipeline (45). The feeding pipeline (41) is connected to the wet material outlet (35). The feeding pipeline (41) and the air inlet pipeline (42) are both connected to the conveying pipeline (45) through a multi-way control valve. The conveying pump (44) is arranged on the conveying pipeline (45) to provide a power source for feed conveying.

7. The intelligent feeding system for live pig breeding according to claim 6, characterized in that, The feeding and conveying device (4) further includes a water inlet pipeline (43). The water inlet pipeline (43) is arranged in parallel with the air inlet pipeline (42) and is connected to the conveying pipeline (45) through a multi-way control valve.

8. An intelligent feeding system for live pig breeding according to claim 7, characterized in that, A heater (6) is also connected to the water inlet pipeline (43).

9. The intelligent feeding system for live pig breeding according to claim 1, characterized in that, The feeding device (5) includes a mounting partition (51), a feeding trough (52), and a level sensor (53). The conveying pipeline (45) is fixedly arranged on the mounting partition (51). The feeding trough (52) is arranged below the mounting partition (51). The level sensor (53) is fixedly arranged on the mounting partition (51) and its end is located in the feeding trough (52).

10. A control method for the intelligent feeding system for live pig farming according to claim 8, characterized in that, It includes the following steps: Based on the feeding signal provided by the system, the feeding device operates to feed dry materials into the weighing device; The feeding signal is a material shortage signal collected by the level sensor in the feeding trough; The weighing device weighs the required amount of dry materials for each component of the feed mixture and conveys the dry materials to the mixing device; The mixing device receives the required amount of dry materials and water in a corresponding proportion, stirs them, and after mixing evenly, obtains feed, which is then conveyed to the feeding and conveying device; The feeding and conveying device conveys the feed to the feeding device for pigs to eat. Among them, the feed is driven by a feed pump and enters the conveying pipeline through the feeding pipeline, and then the feed is conveyed into the feeding device by introducing gas through the intake pipeline; repeat the above operations to complete the feeding operations of multiple feeding devices; After the feed conveying is completed, water is introduced through the water inlet pipeline to clean the conveying pipeline.

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