Medicine feeding system and method for cattle and sheep in plateau area

Abstract

The invention discloses a medicine feeding system and method for cattle and sheep in a plateau region, and relates to the field of cattle and sheep breeding, the system comprises a telescopic rod, the lower end of the telescopic rod is provided with a first salt brick layer, the upper end of the telescopic rod is connected with a fixed box, the fixed box is provided with a plurality of arc-shaped connecting plates, and the arc-shaped connecting plates are located on the outer side of the telescopic rod; an adjusting assembly is arranged between the arc-shaped connecting plate and the telescopic rod, a cavity used for containing medicine is formed in the adjusting assembly, and an opening is formed in the adjusting assembly; when the cattle and the sheep lick the first salt brick layer, the telescopic rod moves towards the direction close to the fixed box under the action of the cattle and the sheep, so that the opening in the adjusting part is opened, and the medicine in the adjusting part enters mouths of the cattle and the sheep through the opening. According to the system, in the salt brick licking process of the cattle and the sheep, medicine is automatically released into mouths of the cattle and the sheep, the complex operation that the cattle and the sheep are manually fixed and then drenched can be avoided, and the medicine feeding efficiency can be greatly improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the field of cattle and sheep breeding, and in particular to a medicine feeding system and method for cattle and sheep in plateau areas. Background Art

[0002] Ticks and nematodes are common parasites in plateau environments. If cattle and sheep are not dewormed in time, they may suffer from anemia, emaciation, or even death. Therefore, in plateau environments, cattle and sheep need to be fed and dewormed regularly.

[0003] In addition, the air in the plateau is thin, and yaks and Tibetan sheep adapt to the low-oxygen environment through their own physiological mechanisms, such as enhancing the oxygen-carrying capacity of hemoglobin. However, in extreme cases, cattle and sheep may face chronic hypoxia problems. In hypoxic conditions, cattle and sheep need to be fed medicine and auxiliary drugs to support cell metabolism.

[0004] Secondly, plateau feed may lack certain nutrients, so nutritional supplements are needed through medication or additives. For example, calcium gluconate and vitamin D supplements can be used to prevent rickets caused by calcium deficiency.

[0005] Common methods of drug administration include oral administration and injection. For oral administration, the head of the cattle or sheep is held in place, the nose is lifted with nasal forceps, the bottle tip is gently pressed against the corner of the mouth, and the drug solution is slowly poured into the middle of the tongue while the mouth is open. Injection administration also requires the cattle or sheep to be immobilized before the injection is administered subcutaneously or intramuscularly.

[0006] Existing medication feeding operations require multiple operators to perform fixed medication feeding, which is not only cumbersome to operate, but also easily induces stress reactions in cattle and sheep in the low-oxygen environment of the plateau. Summary of the Invention

[0007] One purpose of the present invention is to provide a medicine feeding system and method for cattle and sheep in plateau areas. When the cattle and sheep lick the first salt brick layer on the telescopic rod, the medicine is automatically released. The medicine is fed directly during the licking process of the cattle and sheep, simplifying the operation while avoiding stress reactions in the cattle and sheep.

[0008] This purpose is achieved by adopting the following technical solutions:

[0009] A medicine feeding system and method for cattle and sheep in plateau areas, comprising a telescopic rod, a first salt brick layer being provided at the lower end of the telescopic rod, a fixed box being connected to the upper end of the telescopic rod, a plurality of arc-shaped connecting plates being provided on the fixed box, and the plurality of arc-shaped connecting plates being located on the outside of the telescopic rod; an adjustment component being provided between the arc-shaped connecting plates and the telescopic rod, a cavity for placing medicine being provided in the adjustment component, and an opening being provided on the adjustment component.

[0010] In its original position, the lower end of the telescopic rod is located outside the curved connecting plate. When cattle or sheep approach the telescopic rod, they can lick the first salt brick layer at the lower end of the telescopic rod. As the cattle or sheep lick the first salt brick layer, the pressure from the licking causes the telescopic rod to move toward the fixed box. As the telescopic rod moves toward the fixed box, it acts on the adjustment assembly, causing the opening in the adjustment assembly to open, allowing the medicine in the adjustment assembly to flow out of the opening.

[0011] When cattle and sheep are not licking the first salt brick layer, the lower end of the telescopic rod is not subjected to pressure and returns to its original state, that is, the lower end of the telescopic rod is outside the arc-shaped connecting plate, the opening of the adjustment component is closed, and the medicine cannot flow out.

[0012] Therefore, this system uses the active licking of the first salt brick layer by cattle and sheep, so that the medicine automatically flows into the mouths of cattle and sheep during the licking process. There is no need for operators to fix the cattle and sheep to administer the medicine, which simplifies the operation.

[0013] In addition, the plateau area has low oxygen partial pressure, large temperature differences, strong ultraviolet rays, and plateau soil / forage may lack trace elements such as calcium, phosphorus, zinc, and selenium, which can lead to hypoxia, environmental stress, and mineral deficiency in cattle and sheep. This system uses the natural behavior of cattle and sheep to actively lick to achieve accurate, efficient, and low-stress drug supply.

[0014] First of all, cattle and sheep in plateau areas have the ability to actively lick salt blocks. Administering medication by having cattle and sheep actively lick salt blocks can avoid the inefficiency and high cost caused by artificial medication.

[0015] In addition, the plateau area is vast and sparsely populated, and the breeders have a large management scope, and manual drug administration is time-consuming and labor-intensive. The fixed box of this system is fixed on the grassland, and the cattle and sheep lick the food by themselves without the need for human supervision, which greatly reduces the breeding cost.

[0016] At the same time, plateau cattle and sheep are already in a state of stress due to lack of oxygen or environmental changes. Artificial medication will further increase the stress, leading to decreased immunity and reduced milk production.

[0017] In this system, the regulating element can be implemented in a variety of configurations. For example, a pressure sensor mounted on a telescopic rod can detect the pressure of the cattle or sheep licking the food, or an infrared sensor can detect whether the cattle or sheep's tongue is in contact with the first salt brick layer. When pressure or contact is detected, drug release is triggered. Drug release can also be achieved through a variety of configurations, such as a micro-peristaltic pump or solenoid valve mounted at the opening. Upon receiving a drug release signal, the micro-peristaltic pump or solenoid valve automatically injects the drug according to a preset dosage, and the drug flows into the cattle or sheep's mouth.

[0018] Furthermore, due to the shortage of supplies in plateau areas, the inventors have designed a structure of an adjustment assembly to further reduce costs. Specifically, the adjustment assembly includes a first slider and a second slider. The opening is located on the first slider, and a cavity for placing medicine is provided in the first slider. The opening is connected to the cavity in the first slider. The first slider is connected to the arc-shaped connecting plate, and the second slider is connected to the telescopic rod.

[0019] When the cattle and sheep are not licking the first salt brick layer, that is, when the lower end of the telescopic rod is not under pressure, the first slider and the second slider overlap to form a rectangle, and the opening on the first slider is blocked by the second slider; therefore, the medicine in the first slider cannot flow out from the opening.

[0020] When cattle and sheep lick the first salt brick layer, the lower end of the telescopic rod is subjected to pressure, and the telescopic rod drives the second slider to move toward the fixed box. During the movement of the second slider, the second slider slides on the first slider, and the second slider is separated from the opening on the first slider, so that the opening on the first slider opens, and the medicine in the first slider enters the mouth of the cattle and sheep through the opening.

[0021] The tongues of yaks in plateau areas are typically 25-50 cm long and 5-8 cm wide. To ensure better access to the mouths of yaks and sheep, the diameter of the first salt brick layer in this system is 5-8 cm. When licking the first salt brick layer, the distance between the curved connecting plate and the telescopic rod is less than or equal to 3 cm.

[0022] With this arrangement, when cattle and sheep lick the first salt brick layer, the medicine flowing out of the regulating assembly between the arc-shaped connecting plate and the telescopic rod can better enter the mouths of the cattle and sheep.

[0023] Furthermore, the fixed box is provided with a plurality of second chutes, each corresponding to a plurality of arcuate connecting plates. Each arcuate connecting plate is provided with a slider that can slide within the second chutes. When the telescopic rod moves, the second slider on the telescopic rod acts on the first slider on the arcuate connecting plate. The first slider is subjected to force, causing the slider on the arcuate connecting plate to slide within the second chutes, increasing the distance between the telescopic rod and the arcuate connecting plate, and the medicine flows out from the opening in the first slider.

[0024] Preferably, the first slider and the second slider are both trapezoidal, and the first slider and the second slider are trapezoidal so that more medicines can be stored. In addition, the first slider is trapezoidal, the lower end of the first slider is the short side, and the upper end of the first slider is the long side. When the second slider moves upward, the width of the second slider gradually increases from top to bottom, and the width of the first slider gradually decreases from top to bottom. Therefore, during the sliding process, the second slider causes the first slider and the arc-shaped connecting plate to move away from the axis of the telescopic rod, and the distance between the arc-shaped connecting plate and the telescopic rod increases.

[0025] The lower end of the first slider is at the bottom, so the medicine can flow out of the opening better under the action of gravity and can enter the mouths of cattle and sheep better, further improving the efficiency of medicine intake.

[0026] Furthermore, a first chute is provided on the surface where the first slider contacts the second slider, and a sliding block corresponding to the first chute is provided on the surface where the second slider contacts the first slider. The sliding block is located within the first chute and can slide along the first chute, with the opening located on the surface where the first slider contacts the second slider. Preferably, a rubber layer is provided on the second slider. When the first and second sliders are combined into a rectangular shape, the rubber layer on the second slider acts on the opening of the first slider, obstructing the opening and preventing the drug from flowing out. When the second slider slides on the first slider, the rubber layer does not act on the opening, and the opening is open.

[0027] Moreover, the cattle and sheep do not lick the first salt brick layer. When the first slider and the second slider overlap to form a rectangle, the plurality of arc-shaped connecting plates form a circle, and two adjacent arc-shaped connecting plates contact each other.

[0028] A second salt brick layer is provided at the lower end of several arc-shaped connecting plates. The width of the second salt brick layer is smaller than that of the first salt brick layer. When cattle and sheep lick the first salt brick layer, they can lick the second salt brick layer at the same time. In this way, during the licking process, the medicine can better enter the mouths of cattle and sheep directly.

[0029] Preferably, the first slider is provided with a connecting tube, one end of which communicates with a cavity within the fixed box for storing medicine, and the other end of which communicates with a cavity within the first slider for storing medicine. The fixed box can allow more medicine to be introduced into the first slider. Preferably, a guide tube can also be provided at the opening, with the outlet of the guide tube located on the side of the first salt brick layer, further facilitating the injection of medicine into the mouths of cattle and sheep.

[0030] Furthermore, a method for feeding medicine to cattle and sheep in plateau areas comprises the following steps:

[0031] There are several drug feeding areas on the pasture, and different types of drugs are placed in fixed boxes in each drug feeding area;

[0032] Fix the fixed box in the medicine feeding area with a telescopic rod, and place the telescopic rod at an angle of 10-60 degrees. The distance between the telescopic rod and the ground should be 0.6-1.2m.

[0033] The entrance and exit of the medicine feeding area are respectively provided with a first identification component and a third identification component. The first identification component is used to identify the identity information of cattle and sheep and obtain the type of medicine that the cattle and sheep need to take. If the medicine type matches the medicine type of the medicine feeding area, the cattle and sheep are placed in. Otherwise, the entrance to the medicine feeding area is closed. The third identification component is used to identify the identity information of cattle and sheep and obtain the amount of medicine taken by the cattle and sheep. If the amount of medicine taken is greater than or equal to a threshold, the exit of the medicine feeding area is opened and the cattle and sheep leave the medicine feeding area. In any case, the exit of the medicine feeding area is closed.

[0034] A second identification component is provided on the fixed box, and a metering component is provided on the regulating component; after the cattle and sheep enter the medicine feeding area, when the cattle and sheep lick the first salt brick layer and the telescopic rod moves toward the direction close to the fixed box, the second identification component obtains the identity information of the cattle and sheep, and obtains the amount of medicine to be taken according to the identity information of the cattle and sheep, and the metering component obtains the amount of medicine flowing out of the regulating component. If the amount of medicine flowing out of the regulating component is greater than or equal to the amount of medicine to be taken by the cattle and sheep, the telescopic rod extends to prevent the cattle and sheep from licking the first salt brick layer.

[0035] In plateau areas, cattle and sheep require different medications, and the dosages vary. This system uses the first identification component to place the cattle or sheep that need to take the medication into the corresponding medication area, where they can then take the medication. The metering component then measures the amount of medication flowing out of the regulating component and compares it with the intended dosage, obtained by the second identification component. If the amount of medication flowing out of the regulating component is greater than or equal to the intended dosage, the cattle or sheep has received the medication they need. Therefore, the telescopic rod is adjusted to extend, preventing the cattle or sheep from licking the first salt brick layer.

[0036] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following advantages and beneficial effects:

[0037] The present invention relates to a medicine feeding system and method for cattle and sheep in plateau areas. The system automatically releases medicine into the mouths of cattle and sheep when the cattle and sheep lick salt bricks. Therefore, medicine feeding is automatically performed during the process of licking the salt bricks, which not only avoids the complicated operation of manually fixing the cattle and sheep and then injecting medicine, but also greatly improves the efficiency of medicine feeding.

[0038] In addition, this system automatically feeds medicine to cattle and sheep while they are licking salt bricks, which can reduce the stress response of cattle and sheep in plateau areas and further improve breeding efficiency.

[0039] At the same time, the first identification component of this system can obtain the type of medicine that cattle and sheep need to obtain, and match it with the medicine feeding area, and place the cattle and sheep in the medicine feeding area where they need medicine. Therefore, multiple different types of medicines can be injected into the pasture at the same time, and the medicines and cattle and sheep can be matched accordingly to avoid the intake of unnecessary medicines and further improve the efficiency of use. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0040] The drawings described herein are used to provide a further understanding of the embodiments of the present invention, constitute a part of this application, and do not constitute a limitation of the embodiments of the present invention. In the drawings:

[0041] Figure 1 This is a structural diagram of the system in its original state, where the first salt brick layer at the lower end of the telescopic rod is located outside the arc-shaped connecting plate;

[0042] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of a structure in which a spring rod is provided at the upper end of the telescopic rod;

[0043] Figure 3 This is a structural diagram of the system in which the first salt brick layer drives the telescopic rod to move upward when cattle and sheep lick the first salt brick layer;

[0044] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of a structure in which a first slider and a second slider overlap to form a rectangle;

[0045] Figure 5 is a structural schematic diagram of the second slider sliding on the first slider;

[0046] Figure 6 is a structural schematic diagram of the first slider;

[0047] Figure 7 is a structural schematic diagram of the second slider;

[0048] Figure 8 It is a structural diagram of the second chute and the arc-shaped connecting plate of the fixed box;

[0049] Figure 9 This is a structural diagram showing the first sliding block driving the corresponding arc-shaped connecting plate to slide in the second sliding groove;

[0050] Figure 10 A schematic structural diagram showing a one-to-one correspondence between the three second sliders of each slider assembly and the three first sliders of the corresponding arc-shaped connecting plate in the original state;

[0051] Figure 11 This is a structural schematic diagram showing that when the telescopic rod moves, the second slider acts on the first slider.

[0052] Markings and corresponding parts names in the accompanying drawings:

[0053] 1- telescopic rod, 2- arc-shaped connecting plate, 3- fixed box, 4- spring rod, 5- second slider, 6- first slider, 7- sliding block, 8- first slide groove, 9- opening, 10- second slide groove, 11- second spring, 12- medicine outlet hole, 13- connecting pipe. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0054] In order to make the objectives, technical solutions and advantages of the present invention more clearly understood, the present invention is further described in detail below in conjunction with examples and drawings. The exemplary embodiments of the present invention and their descriptions are only used to explain the present invention and are not intended to limit the present invention.

[0055] In the description of the present invention, it should be understood that the terms "front", "rear", "left", "right", "up", "down", "vertical", "horizontal", "high", "low", "inside", "outside", etc., indicating directions or positional relationships, are based on the directions or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, rather than indicating or implying that the device or element referred to must have a specific direction, be constructed and operated in a specific direction, and therefore cannot be understood as limiting the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0056] Example 1

[0057] like Figure 1 As shown, a medicine feeding system for cattle and sheep in plateau areas includes a telescopic rod 1, a first salt brick layer is provided at the lower end of the telescopic rod 1, a fixed box 3 is connected to the upper end of the telescopic rod 1, and a plurality of arc-shaped connecting plates 2 are provided on the fixed box 3. The plurality of arc-shaped connecting plates 2 are located on the outside of the telescopic rod 1.

[0058] Among them, Figure 2 As shown, a spring rod 4 is provided at the upper end of the telescopic rod 1, and the upper end of the telescopic rod 1 is connected to the fixed box 3 via the spring rod 4. An adjustment component is provided between the arc-shaped connecting plate 2 and the telescopic rod 1, and a cavity for placing medicine is provided in the adjustment component, and an opening 9 is provided on the adjustment component.

[0059] In the original state, the first salt brick layer at the lower end of the telescopic rod 1 is located outside the arc-shaped connecting plate 2, that is, the first salt brick layer is located below the arc-shaped connecting plate 2, so that cattle and sheep can lick the first salt brick layer. At this time, the opening 9 on the regulating component is closed and the medicine cannot flow out of the opening. Figure 1 shown.

[0060] When cattle and sheep lick the first salt brick layer, their tongues act on the first salt brick layer at the lower end of the telescopic rod 1. The first salt brick layer is acted upon by the tongue, and the first salt brick layer drives the telescopic rod 1 to move upward, and the telescopic rod squeezes the spring rod 4, and the spring rod 4 is compressed. Figure 3 As shown, during the upward movement of the telescopic rod, the opening on the adjustment assembly opens, and the medicine flows out of the opening and into the mouths of cattle and sheep. Preferably, when the spring rod 4 is compressed and the upper end of the telescopic rod contacts the fixed box, the lower end of the telescopic rod and the lower end of the arc-shaped connecting plate 2 are located on the same plane.

[0061] In some embodiments, an electromagnetic valve is provided on the opening of the regulating component, and a pressure sensor is provided on the upper end of the telescopic rod. When cattle and sheep act on the first salt brick layer, the telescopic rod moves upward, and the upper end of the telescopic rod contacts the fixed box 3. The pressure sensor at the upper end of the telescopic rod receives a pressure signal, and the pressure sensor adjusts the electromagnetic valve to open, and the medicine flows from the opening of the regulating component into the mouths of cattle and sheep.

[0062] Example 2

[0063] Based on the above embodiment, the adjustment assembly includes a first slider 6 and a second slider 5. The first slider 6 is connected to the arc-shaped connecting plate 2, and the second slider 5 is connected to the telescopic rod 1. The opening 9 is located on the first slider 6. The first slider 6 is provided with a cavity for placing medicine. The opening 9 is connected to the cavity in the first slider 6. When the cattle and sheep are not licking the first salt brick layer, the first slider 6 and the second slider 5 overlap to form a rectangle, and the opening 9 on the first slider 6 is blocked by the second slider 5.

[0064] When cattle and sheep lick the first salt brick layer, the telescopic rod 1 drives the second slider 5 to move toward the fixed box 3, the second slider 5 slides on the first slider 6, the opening 9 on the first slider 6 opens, and the medicine in the first slider 6 enters the mouth of the cattle and sheep through the opening 9.

[0065] In some embodiments, the first slider 6 and the second slider 5 are both rectangular. In the original state, that is, when the cattle and sheep are not licking the first salt brick layer, the first slider 6 and the second slider 5 overlap each other to form a rectangle.

[0066] In some embodiments, the first slider 6 and the second slider 5 are both trapezoidal, such as Figure 4 As shown, in the original state, the first slider 6 and the second slider 5 overlap each other to form a rectangle. When the second slider 5 slides on the first slider 6, as shown in FIG. Figure 5 As shown, the opening 9 on the first slider 6 is opened, and the medicine in the first slider 6 enters the mouth of the cattle or sheep through the opening 9.

[0067] Among them, the first slider 6 is as follows Figure 6 As shown, the side surface of the first slider 6 is trapezoidal, the upper end of the first slider 6 is the long side, the lower end of the first slider 6 is the short side, a first slide groove 8 is provided on the surface where the first slider 6 contacts the second slider 5, and an opening 9 is located on the surface where the first slider 6 contacts the second slider 5.

[0068] The second slider 5 is as follows Figure 7 As shown, a sliding block 7 corresponding to the first slide groove 8 is provided on the surface where the second slider 5 contacts the first slider 6. The sliding block 7 is located in the first slide groove 8 and can slide along the first slide groove 8. The upper end of the second slider 5 is the short side and the lower end of the second slider 5 is the long side.

[0069] In some embodiments, Figure 8 As shown, three second chutes 10 are provided on the fixed box 3. The second chutes 10 are provided along the diameter direction of the telescopic rod 1. The three second chutes 10 correspond to the three arc-shaped connecting plates 2 one by one. A slider is provided on the arc-shaped connecting plate 2. One end of the slider is connected to the second chutes 10. The slider can slide in the second chutes 10. A second spring 11 is connected between the slider and the chutes. When cattle and sheep lick the first salt brick layer, as shown in FIG. Figure 9 As shown, the telescopic rod 1 moves upward, the second slider 5 acts on the first slider 6, and the first slider 6 drives the slider of the corresponding arc-shaped connecting plate to slide in the second sliding groove 10, the spring is stretched, and the medicine flows out from the opening.

[0070] When the cattle and sheep do not lick the first salt brick layer, under the action of the spring and gravity, the second slider 5 slides on the first slider 6, driving the telescopic rod to move downward and return to the original state. Figure 8 As shown, the three arc-shaped connecting plates 2 form a circle, and two adjacent arc-shaped connecting plates 2 contact each other.

[0071] In some embodiments, a connecting tube 13 is provided on the first slider 6 , one end of the connecting tube 13 is connected to the cavity for placing medicine in the fixed box 3 , and the other end of the connecting tube 13 is connected to the cavity for placing medicine in the first slider 6 .

[0072] A cavity for placing medicine is provided in the fixed box 3. A medicine outlet 12 is provided at the lower end of the fixed box 3. The upper end of the connecting tube 13 is connected to the medicine outlet 12. The medicine in the fixed box 3 flows into the first slider 6 through the medicine outlet 12 and the connecting tube 13.

[0073] In some embodiments, each arc-shaped connecting plate 2 is provided with three first sliders 6 in sequence from top to bottom, and three groups of slider assemblies are provided on the telescopic rod 1. Each slider assembly includes three second sliders 5 arranged in sequence from top to bottom. The three second sliders 5 of each slider assembly correspond one to one with the three first sliders 6 of the corresponding arc-shaped connecting plate 2. In the original state, Figure 10 As shown, when the telescopic rod 3 moves, the second slider 5 acts on the first slider 6, as shown in FIG. Figure 11 shown.

[0074] Among them, the three first sliders 6 arranged in sequence from top to bottom in each arc-shaped connecting plate 2 are respectively the first slider at the head end, the first slider in the middle end and the first slider at the end end. There are no openings on the first slider at the head end and the first slider in the middle end, and the connecting tube 13 passes through the first slider at the head end and the first slider in the middle end and is connected to the cavity for placing the medicine in the first slider at the end end. An opening is provided on the first slider at the end end, and the medicine flows out from the opening.

[0075] Example 3

[0076] Based on the above embodiment, a second salt brick layer is provided at the lower end of the plurality of arc-shaped connecting plates 2. When cattle and sheep lick the first salt brick layer, the distance between the arc-shaped connecting plates 2 and the telescopic rod 1 is less than or equal to 3 cm;

[0077] The diameter of the first salt brick layer is 5-8 cm. Telescopic rod 1 is tilted 10-60 degrees and placed at a distance of 0.6-1.2 meters from the ground. Telescopic rod 1 tilts the first and second salt brick layers at 10-60 degrees to prevent licking difficulties.

[0078] In some embodiments, the center point of the first salt brick layer is 0.8-1.2 meters from the ground, which is about the same height as the shoulder height of an adult yak. ​​When the yak stands naturally, it can lick the salt bricks by slightly raising its head, avoiding discomfort caused by lowering or raising its head too much.

[0079] In some embodiments, the center point of the first salt brick layer is 0.6-0.8 meters above the ground, which is convenient for young yaks or sheep to lick when they slightly raise their heads.

[0080] In some embodiments, a telescopic rod is connected to the fixed box 3, the lower end of which contacts the ground of the pasture. A second identification component is provided on the fixed box 3, which is used to identify the identity of cattle or sheep near the lower end of the telescopic rod. If the cattle or sheep are adult yaks or sheep, the telescopic rod adjusts the center point of the first salt brick layer to 0.8-1.2 meters above the ground. If the cattle or sheep are young yaks or sheep, the telescopic rod adjusts the center point of the first salt brick layer to 0.6-0.8 meters above the ground.

[0081] In some embodiments, a rainproof cover is provided on the fixed box 3, and the rainproof cover is inclined at 15°-30° to the horizontal plane to ensure that the first salt brick layer and the second salt brick layer are not wetted by rain and will not block cattle and sheep from licking.

[0082] The lower end of the telescopic rod is connected to a triangular cone-shaped support frame, and the bottom of the support foot is conical in design and inserted into the ground to prevent tipping.

[0083] The first salt brick layer is connected to the lower end of the telescopic rod by bolts. The first salt brick layer includes a box body with a frame. The box body is 5-10 cm deep and has smooth edges to prevent scratches. The salt blocks are placed in the box with a frame to prevent collision and breakage when cattle and sheep lick them.

[0084] There are several medicine feeding areas on the pasture, and different types of medicines are placed in the fixed boxes 3 in each medicine feeding area; the medicine feeding areas are set in high-frequency activity areas of cattle and sheep such as drinking points and rest areas. The medicine feeding areas are avoided near the manure area to keep the salt blocks in the first salt brick layer clean.

[0085] In the initial stage of use, a small amount of table salt or feed powder can be sprinkled on the surface of the salt block in the first salt brick layer to attract cattle and sheep to lick it; and, check the licking marks regularly. If the salt block of a telescopic rod is consumed a lot, replenish and adjust it in time.

[0086] Example 4

[0087] Based on the above embodiment, a medicine feeding method for cattle and sheep in plateau areas includes the following steps:

[0088] There are several drug feeding areas on the pasture, and different types of drugs are placed in the fixed boxes 3 in each drug feeding area;

[0089] The entrance and exit of the medicine feeding area are respectively provided with a first identification component and a third identification component. The first identification component is used to identify the identity information of cattle and sheep and obtain the type of medicine that the cattle and sheep need to take. If the medicine type matches the medicine type of the medicine feeding area, the cattle and sheep are placed in. Otherwise, the entrance to the medicine feeding area is closed. The third identification component is used to identify the identity information of cattle and sheep and obtain the amount of medicine taken by the cattle and sheep. If the amount of medicine taken is greater than or equal to a threshold, the exit of the medicine feeding area is opened and the cattle and sheep leave the medicine feeding area. In any case, the exit of the medicine feeding area is closed.

[0090] A second identification component is provided on the fixed box 3, and a metering component is provided on the regulating component; after the cattle and sheep enter the medicine feeding area, when the cattle and sheep lick the first salt brick layer and the telescopic rod 1 moves toward the direction close to the fixed box 3, the second identification component obtains the amount of medicine to be taken by the cattle and sheep, and the metering component obtains the amount of medicine flowing out of the regulating component. If the amount of medicine flowing out of the regulating component is greater than or equal to the amount of medicine to be taken by the cattle and sheep, the telescopic rod is extended to prevent the cattle and sheep from licking the first salt brick layer.

[0091] In some embodiments, the system records each animal's ID, medication dosage, medication type, salt consumption, and a timestamp. This data is wirelessly transmitted to the cloud, allowing operators to view medication and salt consumption by individual or group animals in real time via a website or app.

[0092] In some embodiments, each cattle or sheep is given a unique ID RFID ear tag with a built-in chip that stores identification information such as number, age, sex, type of medication to be taken, and amount of medication.

[0093] The second identification component includes an RFID reader, such as an ultra-high frequency (UHF) reader, mounted on the fixed box. It has a range of 1-3 meters. When cattle or sheep approach the telescopic rod to lick the first salt layer, the reader automatically reads the ear tag ID and identifies the individual cattle or sheep. Compared to using cameras for image recognition to obtain individual identification information, the RFID used in this system is less affected by lighting and angles, making it more suitable for the high-light and low-temperature environments of the plateau. The second identification component also includes a pressure sensor and an infrared sensor.

[0094] In some embodiments, the metering assembly includes a weight sensor, a micro peristaltic pump, and an electromagnetic valve. A weight sensor, such as a strain gauge load cell, is positioned on the first salt block layer to monitor the weight change of the salt block in real time and calculate the salt consumption of the cattle or sheep, where weight loss = salt consumption.

[0095] In some embodiments, the second identification component also includes a pressure sensor, which is arranged at the upper end of the telescopic rod. When the tongue of the cattle or sheep acts on the first salt block layer and drives the telescopic rod to move upward, the pressure sensor at the upper end of the telescopic rod acts on the fixed box. The pressure sensor receives a pressure signal and triggers drug release when there is pressure.

[0096] In some embodiments, the second identification component further includes an infrared sensor, which is disposed on the telescopic rod. The infrared sensor detects whether the tongue of the cattle or sheep is in contact with the first salt brick layer, and triggers drug release when there is contact.

[0097] In some embodiments, a micro peristaltic pump or electromagnetic valve is provided on the opening, and the drug is injected into the oral cavity of cattle and sheep according to a preset dose, such as releasing 0.5 ml every 10 seconds of licking. Preferably, a hose is connected to the opening, and the outlet end of the hose is provided on the side of the first salt block layer, and the drug is directly injected into the mouth of the cattle and sheep through the hose.

[0098] In some embodiments, a medicine reservoir is provided within the cavity of the fixed box 3. The reservoir is used to store medicines, such as anthelmintics and vitamins. The reservoir is equipped with an RFID tag for recording the medicine type, expiration date, and dosage. A weight sensor is also provided within the reservoir to detect the weight loss of the medicine within the reservoir. This weight loss is used to determine the amount of medicine consumed by the cattle and sheep.

[0099] The system sends the identity information of cattle and sheep identified by RFID, salt consumption information obtained by weight sensors, drug dosage information obtained by peristaltic pumps, valves, or weight sensors, and drug type information obtained by drug reservoirs to the terminal device. Due to limited network coverage in plateau areas, low-power wide-area networks (LPWANs) are preferred. LoRa, with a transmission range of 5-10 kilometers, is suitable for dispersed pastoral areas, or NB-IoT where mobile network coverage is available. Data is transmitted to a cloud server via a LoRa gateway for storage and processing. The system is powered by solar panels and lithium batteries.

[0100] In some embodiments, the first identification component includes an RFID reader and a camera installed at the entrance of the medicine supply area, and the identity information of the cattle and sheep is simultaneously identified by the RFID reader and the camera.

[0101] In some embodiments, the third identification component includes an RFID reader and a camera installed at the exit of the medicine supply area, and the identity information of the cattle and sheep is simultaneously identified by the RFID reader and the camera.

[0102] The terms "first," "second," and "third" used herein are merely used to distinguish corresponding components for clarity of description and are not intended to limit any order or emphasize importance. In addition, the term "connected" used herein, unless otherwise specified, may refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection via other components.

[0103] The specific implementation methods described above further illustrate the objectives, technical solutions and beneficial effects of the present invention in detail. It should be understood that the above description is only a specific implementation method of the present invention and is not intended to limit the scope of protection of the present invention. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc. made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included in the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A medicine feeding system for cattle and sheep in plateau areas, characterized in that: The invention comprises a telescopic rod (1), wherein a first salt brick layer is provided at the lower end of the telescopic rod (1), a fixing box (3) is connected to the upper end of the telescopic rod (1), a plurality of arc-shaped connecting plates (2) are provided on the fixing box (3), and the plurality of arc-shaped connecting plates (2) are located outside the telescopic rod (1); An adjusting component is provided between the arc-shaped connecting plate (2) and the telescopic rod (1), a cavity for placing medicine is provided in the adjusting component, and an opening (9) is provided on the adjusting component; when cattle and sheep lick the first salt brick layer, the telescopic rod (1) moves toward the fixed box (3) under the action of the cattle and sheep, so that the opening (9) on the adjusting component opens, and the medicine in the adjusting component enters the mouth of the cattle and sheep through the opening (9).

2. A medicine feeding system for cattle and sheep in plateau areas according to claim 1, characterized in that: The adjustment assembly comprises a first slider (6) and a second slider (5), wherein the opening (9) is located on the first slider (6), a cavity for placing medicine is provided in the first slider (6), and the opening (9) is communicated with the cavity in the first slider (6); the first slider (6) is connected to the arc-shaped connecting plate (2), and the second slider (5) is connected to the telescopic rod (1); When the cattle and sheep do not lick the first salt brick layer, the first slider (6) and the second slider (5) overlap each other to form a rectangle, and the opening (9) on the first slider (6) is blocked by the second slider (5); When cattle and sheep lick the first salt brick layer, the telescopic rod (1) drives the second slider (5) to move toward the fixed box (3), the second slider (5) slides on the first slider (6), the opening (9) on the first slider (6) opens, and the medicine in the first slider (6) enters the mouth of the cattle and sheep through the opening (9).

3. The medicine feeding system for cattle and sheep in plateau areas according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fixed box (3) is provided with a plurality of second chutes (10), the plurality of second chutes (10) corresponding to the plurality of arc-shaped connecting plates (2) one by one, and the arc-shaped connecting plates (2) are provided with sliders capable of sliding in the second chutes (10).

4. The medicine feeding system for cattle and sheep in plateau areas according to claim 2, characterized in that: The first slider (6) and the second slider (5) are both trapezoidal, and a first slide groove (8) is provided on the surface where the first slider (6) contacts the second slider (5), and a sliding block (7) corresponding to the first slide groove (8) is provided on the surface where the second slider (5) contacts the first slider (6). The sliding block (7) is located in the first slide groove (8), and the sliding block (7) can slide along the first slide groove (8). The opening (9) is located on the surface where the first slider (6) contacts the second slider (5).

5. The medicine feeding system for cattle and sheep in plateau areas according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cattle and sheep do not lick the first salt brick layer, and when the first slider (6) and the second slider (5) overlap to form a rectangle, the plurality of arc-shaped connecting plates (2) form a circle, and two adjacent arc-shaped connecting plates (2) contact each other.

6. The medicine feeding system for cattle and sheep in plateau areas according to claim 1, characterized in that: A second salt brick layer is provided at the lower ends of the plurality of arc-shaped connecting plates (2).

7. The medicine feeding system for cattle and sheep in plateau areas according to claim 1, characterized in that: The diameter of the first salt brick layer is 5-8 cm.

8. The medicine feeding system for cattle and sheep in plateau areas according to claim 1, characterized in that: When cattle and sheep lick the first salt brick layer, the distance between the arc-shaped connecting plate (2) and the telescopic rod (1) is less than or equal to 3 cm.

9. The medicine feeding system for cattle and sheep in plateau areas according to claim 1, characterized in that: A connecting tube (13) is provided on the first slider (6), one end of the connecting tube (13) is communicated with a cavity in the fixed box (3) for placing medicine, and the other end of the connecting tube (13) is communicated with a cavity in the first slider (6) for placing medicine.

10. A method for feeding medicine to cattle and sheep in plateau areas, characterized in that: The medicine feeding system according to any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein the medicine feeding method comprises the following steps: Several drug feeding areas are set up on the grassland, and different types of drugs are placed in fixed boxes (3) in each drug feeding area; The fixed box (3) is fixed to the medicine feeding area by a telescopic rod, and the telescopic rod (1) is tilted 10-60 degrees and placed, and the distance between the telescopic rod (1) and the ground is 0.6-1.2m; The entrance and exit of the medicine feeding area are respectively provided with a first identification component and a third identification component. The first identification component is used to identify the identity information of cattle and sheep and obtain the type of medicine that the cattle and sheep need to take. If the type of medicine matches the medicine type in the medicine feeding area, the cattle and sheep are placed in the medicine feeding area. Otherwise, the entrance to the medicine feeding area is closed. The third identification component is used to identify the identity information of cattle and sheep and obtain the amount of medicine taken by the cattle and sheep. If the amount of medicine taken is greater than or equal to a threshold, the exit of the medicine feeding area is opened and the cattle and sheep leave the medicine feeding area. In any case, the exit of the medicine feeding area is closed. A second identification component is provided on the fixed box (3), and a metering component is provided on the regulating component; after the cattle and sheep enter the medicine feeding area, when the cattle and sheep lick the first salt brick layer and the telescopic rod (1) moves toward the fixed box (3), the second identification component obtains the amount of medicine to be taken by the cattle and sheep, and the metering component obtains the amount of medicine flowing out of the regulating component; if the amount of medicine flowing out of the regulating component is greater than or equal to the amount of medicine to be taken by the cattle and sheep, the telescopic rod is extended so that the cattle and sheep cannot lick the first salt brick layer.

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