Ecological breeding henhouse

Abstract

The invention discloses an ecological breeding henhouse, and relates to the technical field of ecological breeding, the ecological breeding henhouse comprises a henhouse body, a power supply, a photovoltaic panel and a control assembly, the front side of the henhouse body is provided with a fixed frame, a diamond net is laid on the fixed frame, a hinge frame is rotatably connected to the fixed frame, and two sides of the hinge frame are provided with locking holes; a sliding block is arranged at the output end of the electric telescopic rod. A sliding hole is formed in the wall of the cavity, a locking block is slidably connected into the sliding hole, the locking block is sleeved with a reset spring, the reset spring abuts against the position between the end of the locking block and the inner wall of the cavity, the photovoltaic panel is connected with the power source, and the power source is electrically connected with the electric telescopic rod through the control assembly. The diamond net laid on the fixing frame can effectively resist invasion of natural enemies such as yellow weaves and mice, chicken flocks are prevented from being disturbed or hurt by the outside, and the breeding safety is greatly improved; the diamond net can guarantee air circulation and can achieve closed protection by closing the hinged frame when needed, and the problem that ventilation and safety of a traditional henhouse are difficult to achieve at the same time is solved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of ecological farming technology, and in particular to an ecological chicken coop. Background Technology

[0002] In modern livestock and poultry farming, the design and operation of chicken houses have a crucial impact on the growth quality, breeding efficiency, and environmental friendliness of broilers and laying hens. Traditional chicken houses have many problems that urgently need to be solved in terms of ventilation, safety protection, and energy consumption.

[0003] On the one hand, in order to ensure air circulation in the chicken house, traditional chicken houses mostly use windows or ordinary screens for ventilation. However, ordinary screens are not strong enough and are easily bitten by predators such as weasels and rats, which can disturb or injure the chickens and seriously affect the safety of breeding. If a closed structure is used, the air quality inside the house will decline and harmful gases such as ammonia will accumulate, which is not conducive to the healthy growth of the chickens.

[0004] On the other hand, some chicken houses are equipped with operable protective doors or windows, but their locking mechanisms mostly rely on manual operation. In large-scale farming scenarios, frequent manual opening and closing not only increases the labor intensity of farmers, but also makes it difficult to achieve precise timed opening and closing control.

[0005] In addition, traditional chicken houses rely heavily on external power grids for power supply. In remote areas or under special circumstances such as power outages, equipment may stop operating. Furthermore, long-term reliance on grid power increases breeding costs, which is inconsistent with the current concept of energy conservation and emission reduction in ecological farming.

[0006] To address the aforementioned issues, there is an urgent need to develop an ecological chicken coop that combines efficient ventilation, safety protection, intelligent control, and energy self-sufficiency to improve the safety, convenience, and environmental friendliness of poultry farming and meet the development needs of modern ecological farming. Summary of the Invention

[0007] The purpose of this invention is to address the deficiencies in the existing technology and to propose an ecological chicken coop.

[0008] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0009] An ecological chicken coop includes a coop body, a power supply, a photovoltaic panel, and a control component. A fixed frame is installed on the front side of the coop body. A diamond mesh is laid on the fixed frame, and a hinge frame is provided. The hinge frame is rotatably connected to the fixed frame. Locking holes are provided on both sides of the hinge frame. A cavity is formed inside the fixed frame, and an electric telescopic rod is installed within the cavity. A slider is provided at the output end of the electric telescopic rod. A sliding hole is provided in the cavity wall, and a locking block is slidably connected within the sliding hole. The locking block is adapted to the locking hole, and a return spring is fitted on the locking block, resting against the end of the locking block and the inner wall of the cavity. The photovoltaic panel is connected to the power supply, and the power supply is electrically connected to the electric telescopic rod through the control component.

[0010] Furthermore, the rear and left and right sides of the chicken coop body have the same structure, and each is provided with a side plate. There is a gap between the side plate and the top plate, and a diamond mesh is fixedly connected to the gap.

[0011] Furthermore, the chicken coop body has a frame structure, including four sets of uprights and four sets of top beams. The four sets of uprights and four sets of top beams form a cuboid structure. The fixed frame includes two sets of horizontal bars and one set of vertical bars. The upper horizontal bar is fixedly connected between the two uprights, the lower horizontal bar is fixedly connected between the vertical bar and the uprights, and the vertical bar is fixedly connected to the upper horizontal bar.

[0012] Furthermore, the chicken coop is equipped with a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, and a fan; the temperature sensor and humidity sensor are electrically connected to a control component, which is used to control the operation of the fan.

[0013] Furthermore, the control component includes a timing module, which is electrically connected to the electric telescopic rod and uses a preset opening and closing time for the hinge frame.

[0014] Furthermore, the chicken house is equipped with an automatic feeding device, which includes a feed storage box, a feed conveying pipe, and a feeding trough. The feed storage box is connected to the feeding trough through the feed conveying pipe. An electric valve is installed on the feed conveying pipe, and the power supply is electrically connected to the electric valve through a control component, which can provide feed to the chickens at regular intervals and in measured quantities.

[0015] Furthermore, a rainwater collection device is installed on the top of the chicken coop. The rainwater collection device includes a water collection trough and a water storage tank. The water collection trough is located at the top edge of the chicken coop and is connected to the water storage tank through a pipe. The water storage tank is used to store rainwater for the chickens to drink or for cleaning the chicken coop.

[0016] Furthermore, the bottom of the slider is configured as a wedge-shaped structure, and the end face near the locking block is a slope. The locking block is a multi-segment structure, including a locking segment, a sliding segment, and a limiting segment. The diameters of the locking segment and the limiting segment are larger than the diameter of the sliding segment. The reset spring is sleeved on the sliding segment, and the sliding hole is adapted to the sliding segment.

[0017] Furthermore, two sets of diagonal bracing rods are fixedly connected inside the chicken coop body. The two sets of diagonal bracing rods have slots on them, and crossbars are engaged in the slots. A support net is laid at the bottom inside the chicken coop body, and there is a gap between the support net and the ground.

[0018] Beneficial effects

[0019] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention are as follows:

[0020] The diamond mesh laid on the fixed frame is much stronger than traditional netting, effectively resisting attacks from predators such as weasels and rats, preventing chickens from being disturbed or injured by the outside world, and greatly improving the safety of breeding. At the same time, the mesh structure of the diamond mesh can ensure air circulation. With the rotatable hinged frame, it can maintain good ventilation conditions in the chicken house, and can also achieve closed protection when needed by closing the hinged frame, solving the problem of traditional chicken houses where ventilation and safety are difficult to balance.

[0021] The locking mechanism, consisting of an electric telescopic rod, a slider, a locking block, and a return spring, replaces the traditional manual operation mode. The control unit automatically controls the extension and retraction of the electric telescopic rod according to a preset program, causing the slider to engage or disengage the locking block with the locking hole of the hinge frame, thus achieving automatic opening, closing, and locking of the hinge frame. This reduces the labor intensity of livestock workers and is particularly suitable for large-scale farming scenarios, improving farming management efficiency.

[0022] The combined design of photovoltaic panels and power sources can convert solar energy into electrical energy and store it, providing power for electrical components such as electric telescopic poles. This design reduces dependence on the external power grid, ensuring normal operation of equipment in remote areas or during power outages, thus lowering the electricity costs of aquaculture. At the same time, as a clean energy source, solar energy aligns with the energy-saving and consumption-reducing principles of ecological aquaculture, reducing carbon emissions from traditional electricity consumption and contributing to the realization of green aquaculture models.

[0023] The reset spring in the locking mechanism can push the locking block to automatically reset when the electric telescopic rod retracts, allowing the hinge frame to swing freely and the chickens to freely enter and exit the chicken house. Attached Figure Description

[0024] The accompanying drawings are provided to further illustrate the invention and form part of the specification. They are used together with the embodiments of the invention to explain the invention and do not constitute a limitation thereof.

[0025] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of an ecological chicken coop.

[0026] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of an ecological chicken coop.

[0027] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the hinge frame.

[0028] Figure 4 , 5 This is a schematic diagram of the installation structure of the locking block.

[0029] In the diagram: 1. Photovoltaic panel; 2. Top panel; 3. Wire mesh; 4. Side panel; 5. Fixed foot; 6. Camera; 7. Hinge frame; 8. Door frame; 9. Electric telescopic rod; 10. Slider; 11. Hinge shaft; 12. Locking block; 13. Locking hole. Detailed Implementation

[0030] The technical solutions of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments.

[0031] In the description of this invention, it should be understood that the terms "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this invention.

[0032] Reference Figures 1-5 An ecological chicken coop includes a chicken coop body, a power supply, a photovoltaic panel 1, and a control component. A fixed frame is provided on the front side of the chicken coop body. A diamond mesh 3 is laid on the fixed frame, and a hinge frame 7 is provided. The hinge frame 7 is rotatably connected to the fixed frame through a hinge shaft 11. Locking holes 13 are provided on both sides of the hinge frame 7. A cavity is provided inside the fixed frame, and an electric telescopic rod 9 is provided inside the cavity. A slider 10 is provided at the output end of the electric telescopic rod 9. A sliding hole is provided in the cavity wall, and a locking block 12 is slidably connected inside the sliding hole. The locking block 12 is adapted to the locking hole 13. A return spring is sleeved on the locking block 12, and the return spring abuts against the end of the locking block 12 and the inner wall of the cavity. The photovoltaic panel 1 is connected to the power supply, and the power supply is electrically connected to the electric telescopic rod 9 through the control component.

[0033] The diamond mesh 3 laid on the fixed frame is much stronger than traditional netting, which can effectively resist the invasion of natural enemies such as weasels and rats, prevent the chickens from being disturbed or injured by the outside world, and greatly improve the safety of breeding. At the same time, the mesh structure of the diamond mesh 3 can ensure air circulation. With the rotatable hinge frame 7, it can maintain good ventilation conditions in the chicken house, and can also achieve closed protection by closing the hinge frame 7 when needed, solving the problem of traditional chicken houses where ventilation and safety are difficult to balance.

[0034] The locking mechanism, consisting of an electric telescopic rod 9, a slider 10, a locking block 12, and a return spring, replaces the traditional manual operation mode. The control component automatically controls the extension and retraction of the electric telescopic rod 9 according to a preset program, causing the slider 10 to push the locking block 12 to engage or disengage with the locking hole 13 of the hinge frame 7, thus achieving automatic opening, closing, and locking of the hinge frame 7. This reduces the labor intensity of livestock farmers and is particularly suitable for large-scale farming scenarios, improving farming management efficiency.

[0035] The photovoltaic panel 1, designed in conjunction with the power supply, converts solar energy into electrical energy and stores it, providing power for electrical components such as the electric telescopic pole 9. This design reduces dependence on the external power grid, ensuring normal equipment operation even in remote areas or during power outages, thus lowering electricity costs for aquaculture. Simultaneously, solar energy, as a clean energy source, aligns with the energy-saving and consumption-reducing principles of ecological aquaculture, reducing carbon emissions from traditional electricity consumption and contributing to the realization of green aquaculture models.

[0036] The reset spring in the locking mechanism can push the locking block 12 to automatically reset when the electric telescopic rod 9 retracts, so that the hinge frame 7 can swing freely and the chickens can freely enter and exit the chicken house.

[0037] In other preferred embodiments, the rear and left and right sides of the chicken coop body have the same structure, each equipped with a side plate 4. There is a gap between the side plate 4 and the top plate 2, and a diamond mesh 3 is fixedly connected to the gap.

[0038] The gap between the side panel 4 and the top panel 2, combined with the diamond mesh 3, forms a three-dimensional ventilation channel on the sides and rear of the chicken house. Combined with the ventilation structure of the front fixed frame and the hinged frame 7, multi-directional air convection can be achieved within the chicken house, accelerating the exchange of harmful gases such as ammonia and water vapor with fresh outside air, effectively reducing humidity and the concentration of harmful gases inside the house. Especially during hot seasons, this comprehensive ventilation design can reduce the impact of heat stress on the flock, providing a more comfortable growing environment.

[0039] In other preferred embodiments, the chicken coop body has a frame structure, including four sets of uprights and four sets of top beams. The four sets of uprights and four sets of top beams form a cuboid structure. The fixed frame includes two sets of horizontal bars and one set of vertical bars. The upper horizontal bar is fixedly connected between two uprights, and the lower horizontal bar is fixedly connected between the vertical bar and the uprights. The vertical bar is fixedly connected to the upper horizontal bar, forming an installation space for the hinge frame and door frame 8. The uprights are detachably mounted on the ground using fixed feet 5, and the extension length of the fixed feet is more than 20 centimeters.

[0040] In the fixed frame, the design of the upper horizontal bar connecting the two uprights and the lower horizontal bar connecting the vertical bar and the uprights not only strengthens the overall integrity of the front structure but also provides precise positioning support for the installation of the diamond mesh 3 and the hinged frame 7. The fixed connection between the vertical bar and the upper horizontal bar forms a stable rectangular frame area, ensuring that the diamond mesh 3 is evenly stressed during installation and preventing local loosening from affecting the protective effect. At the same time, the frame structure reduces the space occupied by solid components, reserving more flexible space for the layout of breeding equipment and the activities of the chickens inside the chicken house, thus improving the utilization rate of the breeding space.

[0041] The various components of the frame structure (columns, top beams, horizontal bars, and vertical bars) can be fixed using detachable methods such as bolt connections. Compared to traditional masonry or welding processes, the installation process is simpler, facilitating large-scale production and rapid on-site assembly. When it is necessary to replace components such as the diamond mesh 3 or repair the electric telescopic pole 9, the open design of the frame structure reduces disassembly obstacles, lowering maintenance difficulty and costs. Furthermore, the standardized production of each component ensures interchangeability, further improving the efficiency of later maintenance.

[0042] In other preferred embodiments, a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, and a fan are installed inside the chicken coop; both the temperature sensor and the humidity sensor are electrically connected to a control component, which is used to control the operation of the fan.

[0043] Temperature and humidity sensors continuously collect temperature and humidity data within the chicken house and transmit the signals to the control unit. The control unit automatically determines whether to activate the fans based on preset environmental parameter thresholds suitable for chicken growth (e.g., suitable temperature for broilers is 20-25℃, relative humidity is 60%-70%). When excessively high temperature or humidity is detected, the control unit drives the fans to accelerate airflow within the house to cool and dehumidify; when the parameters return to normal, the fans automatically stop. This closed-loop control mode replaces traditional manual inspection and adjustment, achieving precise and automated environmental control and preventing environmental anomalies caused by human negligence from affecting chicken growth.

[0044] In other preferred embodiments, the control component includes a timing module electrically connected to the electric telescopic rod 9, which uses a preset opening and closing time for the hinge frame 7.

[0045] Chickens exhibit certain biological rhythms in their activities, feeding, and resting. For example, they need to be allowed free movement in the early morning, while a closed environment is necessary at night for safety. The timing module can be preset to control the opening and closing times of the hinge frame 7. Through electrical connection with the electric telescopic rod 9, it automatically triggers the extension and retraction of the rod at the preset time, thereby driving the locking mechanism to unlock or lock the hinge frame 7. This design eliminates reliance on manual operation, ensuring that the hinge frame 7 opens and closes as planned even when farm workers are unable to supervise, preventing weasels from entering at night. It is particularly suitable for scenarios involving the simultaneous management of multiple chicken houses in large-scale farming.

[0046] In other preferred embodiments, an automatic feeding device is installed inside the chicken house. The automatic feeding device includes a feed storage box, a feed conveying pipe, and a feeding trough. The feed storage box is connected to the feeding trough through the feed conveying pipe. An electric valve is installed on the feed conveying pipe. The power supply is electrically connected to the electric valve through a control component, which can provide feed to the chickens at regular intervals and in fixed quantities.

[0047] The control system can pre-set the opening time and duration of the electric valve according to the growth stage and feeding needs of the flock, thereby delivering a fixed amount of feed to the feeding trough through the feed pipeline. For example, chicks need to be fed small amounts multiple times a day, and the control system can be set to open the valve for 1-2 minutes every 3-4 hours; adult chickens can be fed 2-3 times a day at set times, delivering the corresponding amount of feed each time. This precise control avoids the problems of overfeeding, underfeeding, or missed feeding that are prone to occur with manual feeding, ensuring that the flock receives a balanced supply of nutrition and providing a stable guarantee for growth and development.

[0048] Automatic feeding devices replace the traditional manual feeding method, eliminating the need for farmers to frequently enter the chicken coop to feed the chickens. This significantly reduces daily labor time and intensity, especially in large-scale farming scenarios. Simultaneously, the control components enable centralized management of multiple feeding devices, allowing for synchronized feeding of chickens in different areas. This avoids uneven feed intake caused by differences in manual operation, thus improving the standardization of overall farming management.

[0049] In other preferred embodiments, a rainwater collection device is provided on the top of the chicken coop. The rainwater collection device includes a water collection trough and a water storage tank. The water collection trough is located at the top edge of the chicken coop and is connected to the water storage tank through a pipe. The water storage tank is used to store rainwater for the chickens to drink or for cleaning the chicken coop.

[0050] The rainwater collection troughs are arranged along the top edge of the chicken house to collect natural rainfall, which is then piped into a storage tank for storage. This collected rainwater, after simple filtration, is used for drinking by the chickens or for cleaning the chicken house, replacing the traditional reliance on tap water or groundwater. Especially in areas with abundant rainfall, this significantly reduces the consumption of conventional water resources, improves the overall efficiency of water resource utilization, and alleviates water pressure during the breeding process.

[0051] Rainwater harvesting and utilization is a green and environmentally friendly water resource management method. It requires no additional energy for extraction or treatment (only simple filtration), reducing energy consumption in traditional water supply systems such as pump operation. Furthermore, reducing groundwater extraction can alleviate regional water scarcity and lower the risk of ecological damage caused by excessive water withdrawal. This aligns perfectly with the low-carbon and environmentally friendly goals of ecological aquaculture, contributing to the sustainable development of aquaculture models.

[0052] In other preferred embodiments, the bottom of the slider 10 is configured as a wedge-shaped structure, and the end face adjacent to the locking block 12 is a bevel. The locking block 12 is a multi-segment structure, including a locking segment, a sliding segment, and a limiting segment; the diameters of the locking segment and the limiting segment are larger than the diameter of the sliding segment, the return spring is sleeved on the sliding segment, and the sliding hole is adapted to the sliding segment.

[0053] In other preferred embodiments, a camera 6 is also installed on the chicken coop itself. The camera can cover the surrounding area and key internal areas of the chicken coop, and can monitor in real time situations such as strangers or predators approaching, abnormal equipment operation (such as the hinge frame 7 not closing properly, or feeding device malfunction). Once an abnormal scene is detected, the alarm system can be linked to promptly notify the farmers, facilitating rapid response and handling, and preventing losses caused by theft of chickens, invasion of predators, or equipment failure. This adds an intelligent defense line to the safety of the chicken coop, and is especially suitable for security management in remote areas or during unattended periods.

[0054] In other preferred embodiments, two sets of diagonal bracing rods are fixedly connected inside the chicken coop. Each set of bracing rods has slots into which horizontal bars are engaged. The diagonal bracing rods are designed to be angled, forming a three-dimensional perching structure in conjunction with the horizontal bars in the slots. This eliminates the need to occupy a large area of ​​the chicken coop floor, providing ample space for the chickens to move around and feed during the day. This layered space utilization method increases perching sites within the limited volume of the chicken coop, making it particularly suitable for large-scale farming. It can meet the perching needs of more chickens without increasing the size of the chicken coop, thereby increasing the farming capacity per unit space.

[0055] The bottom of the chicken coop is lined with a support net, which has gaps between itself and the ground. The mesh structure of the net allows chicken droppings to fall directly through the mesh into the gaps at the bottom, preventing droppings from accumulating in the chickens' activity area. This design reduces direct contact between droppings and the chickens, lowering the concentration of harmful gases such as ammonia produced during droppings fermentation.

[0056] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention, but the scope of protection of the present invention is not limited thereto. Any equivalent substitutions or modifications made by those skilled in the art within the scope of the technology disclosed in the present invention, based on the technical solution and inventive concept of the present invention, should be covered within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. An ecological chicken coop, characterized in that, The system includes a chicken coop body, a power supply, photovoltaic panels, and control components. A fixed frame is installed on the front side of the chicken coop body. A diamond mesh is laid on the fixed frame, and a hinge frame is provided. The hinge frame is rotatably connected to the fixed frame. Locking holes are provided on both sides of the hinge frame. A cavity is formed inside the fixed frame, and an electric telescopic rod is installed within the cavity. A slider is provided at the output end of the electric telescopic rod. A sliding hole is provided in the cavity wall, and a locking block is slidably connected within the sliding hole. The locking block is adapted to the locking hole, and a return spring is fitted on the locking block, resting against the end of the locking block and the inner wall of the cavity. The photovoltaic panel is connected to the power supply, and the power supply is electrically connected to the electric telescopic rod through the control components.

2. The ecological chicken coop according to claim 1, characterized in that, The rear and left and right sides of the chicken coop have the same structure, and each side is provided with a side plate. There is a gap between the side plate and the top plate, and a diamond mesh is fixedly connected to the gap.

3. The ecological chicken coop according to claim 1, characterized in that, The chicken coop has a frame structure, including four sets of uprights and four sets of top beams. The four sets of uprights and four sets of top beams form a cuboid structure. The fixed frame includes two sets of horizontal bars and one set of vertical bars. The upper horizontal bar is fixedly connected between the two uprights, the lower horizontal bar is fixedly connected between the vertical bar and the uprights, and the vertical bar is fixedly connected to the upper horizontal bar.

4. The ecological chicken coop according to claim 1, characterized in that, The chicken coop is equipped with a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, and a fan; the temperature sensor and humidity sensor are electrically connected to a control component, which is used to control the operation of the fan.

5. An ecological chicken coop according to claim 1, characterized in that, The control component includes a timing module, which is electrically connected to the electric telescopic rod and uses a preset opening and closing time for the hinge frame.

6. The ecological chicken coop according to claim 1, characterized in that, The chicken house is equipped with an automatic feeding device, which includes a feed storage box, a feed conveying pipe, and a feeding trough. The feed storage box is connected to the feeding trough through the feed conveying pipe. An electric valve is installed on the feed conveying pipe. The power supply is electrically connected to the electric valve through a control component, which can provide feed to the chickens at regular intervals and in measured quantities.

7. The ecological chicken coop according to claim 1, characterized in that, The chicken house is equipped with a rainwater collection device on its top. The rainwater collection device includes a water collection trough and a water storage tank. The water collection trough is located at the top edge of the chicken house and is connected to the water storage tank through a pipe. The water storage tank is used to store rainwater for the chickens to drink or for cleaning the chicken house.

8. An ecological chicken coop according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom of the slider is set as a wedge-shaped structure, and the end face near the locking block is a slope. The locking block is a multi-segment structure, including a locking segment, a sliding segment, and a limiting segment. The diameter of the locking segment and the limiting segment is larger than the diameter of the sliding segment. The reset spring is sleeved on the sliding segment, and the sliding hole is adapted to the sliding segment.

9. An ecological chicken coop according to claim 1, characterized in that, The chicken coop body is internally connected to two sets of diagonal bracing rods, and the two sets of diagonal bracing rods are provided with slots, in which crossbars are engaged. The bottom of the chicken coop body is covered with a support net, and the support net has a gap with the ground.

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