A digital intelligent-based beach humidity regulation method
By dividing the riverbank into high, medium, and low terrain zones and setting up drainage pipes and humidity control pipes, combined with plant and soil information, precise regulation of riverbank humidity was achieved, solving the problem of unbalanced vegetation growth in existing technologies and improving water resource utilization efficiency and ecological environment stability.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202511199363.7
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Patents(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-08-26
- Publication Date
- 2026-11-06
- Estimated Expiration
- 2045-08-26
AI Technical Summary
Existing methods for riverbank water management lack intelligent regulation capabilities and cannot coordinate the terrain with the humidity requirements of plants, resulting in unbalanced vegetation growth and making it difficult to achieve precise and efficient vegetation ecological management.
The riverbed is divided into high, medium and low terrain zones, and drainage pipes and moisture control pipes are installed. Combining plant information and soil moisture information, the drainage pipes achieve macro-level water allocation, and the moisture control pipes achieve micro-level regulation. Digital intelligent control is used to open and close the seepage holes.
It has enabled precise management of riverbank water resources, improved the healthy growth of vegetation and the stability of the ecological environment, enhanced the intelligence of humidity control and the efficiency of water resource utilization, and adapted to the humidity control needs of different terrains.
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Technical Field
[0001] This invention relates to a digitally intelligent method for regulating riverbank humidity, belonging to the field of riverbank vegetation management technology. Background Technology
[0002] Riverbank areas are an important component of river ecosystems, and the healthy growth of their vegetation is crucial for soil and water conservation, flood control, and biodiversity. Regulating riverbank humidity through scientifically sound water conservancy projects can effectively promote vegetation growth and stabilize the ecological environment.
[0003] Existing methods for riverbank water management mostly rely on uniform pipeline deployment or manual periodic irrigation, lacking intelligent adjustment capabilities to address differences in terrain, plant needs, and dynamic humidity changes. This average water supply model ignores the significant differences in water flow distribution and infiltration paths across high, medium, and low elevations within the riverbank, often leading to excessive moisture or even waterlogging in low-lying areas, while high-lying areas experience persistent drought, resulting in unbalanced plant growth. Traditional pipelines are mostly unidirectional or passive structures, unable to achieve moisture-based water control and struggling to adapt to the changing humidity requirements of plants throughout the seasons and stages. Humidity control feedback mainly relies on manual observation and experience-based adjustments, which are labor-intensive, lack real-time capabilities, and are devoid of digital sensing and intelligent decision-making mechanisms. Currently, there is a lack of a systematic, differentiated, and real-time integrated solution to coordinate the complex relationships between riverbank terrain, water flow paths, plant distribution, and humidity response, making it difficult to achieve precise and efficient vegetation ecological management goals. Summary of the Invention
[0004] This invention provides a digitally intelligent method for regulating riverbank humidity, which can solve the problem that existing regulation methods are unable to coordinate the topography and the water distribution needs of plants, and thus cannot achieve the goal of precise and efficient vegetation ecological management.
[0005] This invention provides a digitally intelligent method for regulating riverbank humidity, the method comprising:
[0006] S1. Divide the riverbed surface into multiple terrain zones, including high terrain zone, medium terrain zone and low terrain zone, according to the height above the horizontal plane, and set up a drainage pipe from the top of the slope to the bottom of the slope in the high terrain zone.
[0007] S2. Adjust the water outlet direction of the drainage pipe according to the plant information of all plants on the river beach and the soil moisture information of each terrain area;
[0008] S3. Permeable moisture control pipes are installed under the surface of the ground in all terrain areas;
[0009] S4. Based on the soil moisture information and plant information of each terrain area, control the opening or closing of the seepage holes on the moisture control pipes of the corresponding terrain area.
[0010] Optionally, the plant information includes plant type, suitable humidity range for each plant type, and target soil moisture; S2 specifically includes:
[0011] Each terrain zone was divided into multiple sub-regions according to the type of vegetation on it, and the average soil moisture of each sub-region was obtained;
[0012] The diversion weight of each sub-region is determined based on the average soil moisture of each sub-region and the target soil moisture of the plants thereon.
[0013] The outlet direction of each drainage pipe is determined based on the water flow accessibility of each drainage pipe to each sub-region and the drainage weight of each sub-region.
[0014] Optionally, S4 specifically includes:
[0015] Based on the soil moisture information and vegetation information of each terrain area, the total water demand of the riverbed is determined.
[0016] If the total water content of all the moisture control pipes on the riverbank is greater than or equal to the total water demand, then the seepage holes of all the moisture control pipes on the riverbank are opened.
[0017] If the total water content is less than the total water demand, then the allocated water volume for each sub-region is determined, and the seepage holes on the humidity control pipes of the corresponding sub-region are opened according to the allocated water volume.
[0018] Optionally, the total water demand of the riverbed can be determined based on soil moisture information and vegetation information of various terrain areas, specifically including:
[0019] Based on soil moisture information and vegetation information of each terrain area, determine the degree of water loss and moisture-to-water conversion coefficient of each sub-region.
[0020] Calculate the product of the moisture loss level, the humidity-to-water conversion coefficient, and the area of the sub-region, and use it as the current water requirement for the corresponding sub-region;
[0021] The total water demand of the riverbed is obtained by summing the current water demand of all sub-regions.
[0022] Optionally, based on soil moisture information and vegetation information of each terrain zone, the degree of water deficit in each sub-region can be determined, specifically including:
[0023] Obtain the minimum humidity within the suitable humidity range for plants in each sub-region;
[0024] Calculate the difference between the minimum humidity and the average soil moisture for each sub-region, which is used as the degree of water loss for that sub-region.
[0025] Optionally, determine the water allocation for each sub-region, specifically including:
[0026] Determine the regional moisture content of the humidity control pipeline in each sub-region and the humidity priority factor of each sub-region, and determine the priority weight of each sub-region based on the total moisture content, the regional moisture content, the humidity priority factor, and the degree of moisture loss;
[0027] Obtain the sum of the priority weights of all sub-regions as the total weight, and calculate the ratio of the priority weight of each sub-region to the total weight. Multiply the ratio by the total water content as the allocated water volume for the corresponding sub-region.
[0028] Optionally, the priority weight of each sub-region is determined based on the total moisture content, the regional moisture content, the humidity priority factor, and the degree of moisture loss, specifically including:
[0029] The ratio of the regional water content of each sub-region to the total water content is taken as the water content ratio of each sub-region;
[0030] Calculate the product of humidity priority factor, moisture loss degree, and water content ratio for each sub-region, and use it as the priority weight for the corresponding sub-region.
[0031] Optionally, the humidity control pipeline includes a first main pipeline, multiple first branch pipelines, a mesh-like connecting pipeline, a second main pipeline, and multiple second branch pipelines; S3 specifically includes:
[0032] A first main pipeline is installed below the surface of the land in a high-altitude area, running from the top of the slope to the bottom, and multiple first branch pipelines extending in a direction perpendicular to the first main pipeline are connected to the first main pipeline.
[0033] A network of connecting pipes is installed beneath the surface in the mid-terrain zone;
[0034] In the low-lying area, a second main pipeline is vertically installed below the surface along the lowest point of the low-lying area, and multiple second branch pipelines are installed from the bottom to the top of the slope in the low-lying area at the lowest point, with the bottom of the multiple second branch pipelines connected to the top of the second main pipeline.
[0035] Optionally, the inlet end of the drainage conduit is provided with a filter layer, and the downstream slope of its outlet end is provided with a slow-flow bend.
[0036] Optionally, the drainage conduit installed beneath the surface of the high-altitude area in step S1, running from the top of the slope to the bottom, specifically includes:
[0037] Determine the slope and mitigation angle of the high-altitude area, and use the difference between the slope and the mitigation angle as the installation angle;
[0038] In the high-altitude area, a drainage conduit is installed below the ground surface, running from the top of the slope to the bottom, based on the installation angle.
[0039] The beneficial effects that this invention can produce include:
[0040] (1) The riverbank humidity control method based on digital intelligence provided by this invention divides the riverbank into different terrain zones, sets up drainage pipes in the high-tide zone, and sets up humidity control pipes in the high-tide, medium-tide, and low-tide zones. Combining plant information and soil moisture on the riverbank, the drainage pipes achieve macro-level water allocation, and the humidity control pipes achieve micro-level soil moisture regulation. This invention uses digital intelligence to achieve a pipeline system design and control mechanism that is adapted to local conditions and controls humidity according to the plants, coordinates the water distribution needs of the terrain and plants, and achieves precise management of riverbank water resources and continuous healthy vegetation growth.
[0041] (2) The riverbank humidity control method based on digital intelligence provided by this invention realizes bidirectional water regulation function by setting up a double-layered humidity control pipeline, which has the ability to supply water to the soil and recycle excess water from the soil. It relies on humidity sensors to monitor the real-time humidity of the soil and automatically controls the opening and closing of the seepage holes according to preset high and low thresholds, without the need for manual intervention, which greatly improves the intelligence of humidity control. At the same time, the opening and closing logic of the seepage holes effectively prevents the two extreme states of over-wetness and drought. The entire structure does not require external power, is energy-saving and efficient, and is suitable for large-area adaptive ecological humidity control systems.
[0042] (3) The riverbank humidity control method based on digital intelligence provided by this invention divides the riverbank into three terrain zones: high, medium, and low, based on terrain segmentation logic. A differentiated pipe layout strategy is implemented by combining the drainage characteristics and moisture retention needs of different zones. The segmentation spacing ensures scientific and reasonable grading. In the high-tide zone, a gravity-guided slope pipe + branch pipe structure is used to effectively guide water flow to the bottom of the slope. In the medium-tide zone, a mesh-connected pipe network is constructed to improve the flexibility of humidity control response. In the low-tide zone, a vertical main pipe + upward branch pipe at the bottom of the slope is used to achieve multi-point collection and upward drainage in the low-lying area. The overall structure takes into account both natural flow trends and regional control needs, improving the overall humidity control efficiency and terrain adaptability of the system.
[0043] (4) The riverbank humidity control method based on digital intelligence provided by this invention accurately calculates the angle between the diversion pipe and the horizontal plane, allowing the water flow to flow smoothly along the diversion pipe in high-altitude areas. When the water flows through the slope of a high-altitude area, if no intervention is made, the water will scatter from the high point of the slope, which is not conducive to the control and effective utilization of the water flow. When a diversion pipe for water passage is installed on the slope, the water flows into the diversion pipe as it passes through the slope, and gradually converts the gravitational potential energy into kinetic energy, avoiding uncontrolled diffusion or erosion at the bottom of the slope, and protecting the surface vegetation and soil structure. A slow-flowing curved section is set at the outlet end to ensure stable release at the outlet end, improving the stability and efficiency of the water flow during the slope transport process, and facilitating standardized deployment and maintenance under different landforms.
[0044] (5) The riverbank humidity control method based on digital intelligence provided by this invention divides the riverbank into zones according to plant species, calculates the average soil humidity of each zone, compares it with the target soil humidity, and dynamically adjusts the water outlet direction of the drainage pipe to improve water resource utilization efficiency. This zone-drainage pipe mapping enhances the system's responsiveness to local humidity differences, making the control more targeted. The weighting function and water flow accessibility judgment ensure optimal drainage pipe matching, reduce water waste, improve the balance of the plant growth environment, and lay the foundation for subsequent precision irrigation system upgrades.
[0045] (6) The riverbank humidity control method based on digital intelligence provided by this invention establishes a multi-factor water control priority mechanism, which comprehensively considers plant type, current water deficiency degree and water content of each humidity control pipeline, and dynamically calculates the priority weight and required water volume of each area. By introducing a humidity-to-water coefficient, the abstract humidity demand is specifically quantified into actual water demand, realizing the transformation from humidity perception to water volume control. This improves the fairness and rationality of water resource allocation, ensures priority satisfaction in key areas, and effectively protects ecological vegetation diversity and system operation stability.
[0046] (7) The riverbank humidity control method based on digital intelligence provided by this invention, if the water source is sufficient, executes the opening and closing operation of seepage holes according to the humidity status to realize real-time water replenishment or return; if the water source is insufficient, it executes differentiated water supply based on priority by calculating the allocation ratio of each area. This water supply strategy that combines on-demand and weighted water supply ensures that key areas receive sufficient water support under resource constraints, while suppressing waste in unnecessary areas, significantly improving the system's water resource utilization efficiency and ecological regulation flexibility. Attached Figure Description
[0047] Figure 1 A flowchart of a riverbank humidity control method based on digital intelligence provided in an embodiment of the present invention;
[0048] Figure 2This is a schematic diagram of the distribution of humidity control pipelines in various terrain areas provided in an embodiment of the present invention;
[0049] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the inclined installation of the drainage catheter provided in an embodiment of the present invention;
[0050] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the arrangement of the first main pipe and the first branch pipe provided in an embodiment of the present invention;
[0051] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the arrangement of the second main pipe and the second branch pipe provided in an embodiment of the present invention;
[0052] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the median elevation line provided in an embodiment of the present invention.
[0053] Figure label:
[0054] 11. High elevation area; 12. Medium elevation area; 13. Low elevation area; 14. Wetland control pipeline; 141. First main pipeline; 142. First branch pipeline; 143. Second main pipeline; 144. Second branch pipeline; 15. First dividing point; 16. Second dividing point; 17. Lowest point; 18. Drainage conduit; 181. Inlet end; 182. Outlet end; 19. Slope; 20. Mid-level elevation line. Detailed Implementation
[0055] The present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the embodiments, but the present invention is not limited to these embodiments.
[0056] This invention provides a digitally intelligent method for regulating riverbank humidity, such as... Figures 1 to 6 As shown, the method includes:
[0057] S1. Divide the riverbed surface into multiple terrain zones, including high terrain zone 11, medium terrain zone 12 and low terrain zone 13, according to the height above the horizontal plane, and set up a drainage pipe 18 under the surface of high terrain zone 11 from its top to its bottom.
[0058] Riverbeds are the sections of the riverbed that are accessible during flood season and exposed during calm season. They are typical alluvial landforms, frequently affected by water transport, deposition, and erosion. Due to variations in water flow velocity, transport capacity, and vegetation cover, riverbeds are rarely completely flat, but often exhibit the following topographical features: locally elevated sand dunes, gravel piles, and mudflats (high elevation); relatively flat, low-lying areas in the middle (medium elevation); and low-lying depressions near the water's edge or even below the water level, which are prone to flooding (low elevation).
[0059] From the perspective of ecological governance and water regulation, the necessity of this division lies in:
[0060] 1. Different elevations have different moisture conditions.
[0061] High-altitude zone 11: far from water bodies, with fast drainage, suitable for drought-resistant plants;
[0062] Medium elevation zone 12: Intermittent flooding, moist, suitable for herbaceous or moderately moisture-tolerant plants;
[0063] Low-lying area 13: Long-term or frequent flooding, suitable for flood-tolerant plants.
[0064] 2. Facilitates pipeline installation.
[0065] Different areas require different water supply / drainage intensities and 18-degree angle drainage pipes.
[0066] 3. Facilitates water flow control and prevents soil erosion.
[0067] High-altitude areas 11 require drought prevention and slope erosion prevention.
[0068] Low-lying areas 13 require drainage to prevent water accumulation.
[0069] In specific implementation, refer to Figure 2 As shown, first set the segmentation spacing;
[0070] Then, obtain the lowest point 17 of the river beach terrain. Starting from the lowest point 17, obtain two dividing points by two intervals. These are recorded as the first dividing point 15 and the second dividing point 16 from high to low.
[0071] The riverbank located between the lowest point 17 and the second dividing point 16 is designated as the low-lying area 13;
[0072] The riverbank located between the second dividing point 16 and the first dividing point 15 is designated as the medium terrain zone 12.
[0073] The riverbank extending beyond the first dividing point 15 is designated as high terrain zone 11.
[0074] In this embodiment of the invention, a drainage pipe 18 is provided under the ground surface of the high-altitude area 11. A filter layer is provided at the inlet end 181 of the drainage pipe 18, and a slow-flowing bend section is provided on the downstream slope of its outlet end 182.
[0075] For any high-lying area 11 on the riverbank, a water flow path is designed for each high-lying area 11 using a diversion pipe 18. Specifically, in order to achieve precise water supply and drainage, it is advisable to set at least one diversion pipe 18 for each high-lying area 11 to divert water from the top of the slope to the bottom of the slope, so as to avoid water accumulation and improve utilization.
[0076] The two ends of the drainage conduit 18 are designated as the inlet end 181 and the outlet end 182, respectively. The water flow at the inlet end 181 is filtered using a filter layer, and a slow-flow bend is provided at the outlet end.
[0077] A diversion pipe 18 is buried on the slope 19 of the high-altitude area 11 to draw water from a water storage point near the top of the slope, such as a mountain rainwater collection pond, to the area at the bottom of the slope. The inlet end 181 of the diversion pipe 18 has a filter layer to prevent silt from entering, and the outlet end 182 is located at the bottom of the slope and has a gentle flow bend to avoid eroding the soil at the foot of the slope. The slope of the diversion pipe 18 is installed at a preset angle (e.g., 12°) to ensure smooth water flow.
[0078] The above-mentioned S1 involves setting up a drainage pipe 18 along the top of the slope to the bottom of the slope under the surface of the high-altitude area 11, specifically including: firstly determining the slope and reduction angle of the high-altitude area 11, and using the difference between the slope and the reduction angle as the installation angle; then setting up a drainage pipe 18 along the top of the slope to the bottom of the slope under the surface of the high-altitude area 11 based on the installation angle.
[0079] In specific implementation, refer to Figure 2 and Figure 6 As shown, the horizontal plane where the first dividing point 15 is located is denoted as the dividing plane; the vertical distance from the top of the slope of the high-altitude area 11 to the dividing plane is obtained and denoted as the slope height. Draw a straight line perpendicular to the horizontal plane through the top of the slope in high terrain zone 11 to obtain the median elevation line 20; select multiple points at the bottom of the slope in high terrain zone 11 and measure the horizontal distance from these points to the median elevation line 20. .
[0080] The median elevation line is the vertical center line between the top of the slope and the dividing surface. Draw a line downwards from the top of the slope. Then measure the horizontal distances from different points at the bottom of the slope to the median elevation line. The average of these horizontal distances is the slope length.
[0081] Calculate the mean of all horizontal distances, and record the result as the slope length. ;
[0082] Calculate the slope of high terrain zone 11 , ;
[0083] Set the slope reduction angle .
[0084] Reduce angle It depends on soil type, flow rate, and erosion tolerance. The common value range is 3° to 8°. The purpose is to reduce the inclination angle of the drainage pipe 18 so that the outflow velocity does not erode the soil. Generally, it is reduced by 10% to 30% from the original slope.
[0085] In this embodiment, the slope reduction angle It can be used to adjust the timing of the drainage pipe 18 collecting water flow from the slope 19 of the high-altitude area 11, and avoid excessive installation angle that would result in too little water flow collected by the drainage pipe 18, thus reducing the effect of water backflow in the drainage pipe 18.
[0086] Next calculation The result is recorded as the installation angle. .
[0087] Place the inlet end 181 on the slope 19 of the high-altitude area 11, and place the outlet end 182 at the bottom of the slope of the high-altitude area 11. Control the angle between the diversion pipe 18 and the horizontal plane as the installation angle. When the water flows through the high-altitude area 11, it flows in from the inlet end 181 of the diversion pipe 18 and flows out from the outlet end 182.
[0088] In this embodiment, refer to Figure 3 As shown, the installation of the drainage pipe 18 is set according to the water flow direction, and the position and direction of the water outlet 182 are intelligently adjusted to adjust the water flow direction and coordinate soil moisture.
[0089] This invention calculates the ideal angle between the drainage conduit 18 and the horizontal plane by measuring the slope height, slope length, and introducing a manually set slope reduction angle, thereby controlling the speed and direction of water flow in the drainage conduit 18. By adjusting the inclination angle of the drainage conduit 18, the energy of the water flow is slowly released and converted during the descent, effectively preventing the water flow from eroding the ground surface due to excessive speed, and also preventing the disorderly diffusion of water at the bottom of the slope. It transforms the elevation difference into a controllable potential energy release path, ensuring concentrated and orderly water flow and maintaining a stable flow state within the drainage conduit 18, significantly improving the safety and service life of the hydraulic transport system, and achieving the functions of gravity water regulation + energy slow release + directional supply.
[0090] S2. Adjust the outflow direction of the drainage pipe 18 according to the plant information of all plants on the riverbank and the soil moisture information of each terrain area.
[0091] Multiple measuring points are set up on the riverbank, and humidity sensors are used to measure the soil moisture at each point; several humidity sensors need to be set up for each terrain area. This is because soil moisture varies greatly in space, and single-point measurements are difficult to accurately represent the entire area. By arranging multiple measuring points to collect average or distribution humidity values, it is easier to dynamically adjust the water flow in the drainage pipe 18 and the opening and closing of the seepage holes in the moisture control pipe 14.
[0092] Implement a water flow path optimization strategy, adjust the position of the outlet end 182 of the diversion pipe 18, and coordinate the soil moisture of the riverbed by controlling the direction of water flow.
[0093] The aforementioned drainage conduit 18 can be implemented using existing structures, and this embodiment of the invention does not limit this. In practical applications, the drainage conduit 18 is a combination of rigid and flexible structures, and can be designed as a rigid (PVC, PE) conduit buried underground. The water outlet section at the end can be connected to a flexible, rotatable nozzle or hose, in conjunction with an adjustable rotating shaft and locking mechanism on the ground. The direction and height of the nozzle are adjusted by a handle or electric actuator extending from the ground manhole cover box, thereby changing the direction of water flow and thus changing the water receiving area.
[0094] The plant information mentioned above includes plant type, suitable humidity range for each type of plant, and target soil moisture; S2 specifically includes: first, dividing each terrain area into multiple sub-regions according to the plant type on it, and obtaining the average soil moisture of each sub-region; then, determining the drainage weight of each sub-region based on the average soil moisture of each sub-region and the target soil moisture of the plants on it; finally, determining the outlet direction of each drainage pipe 18 based on the water flow accessibility of each drainage pipe 18 to each sub-region and the drainage weight of each sub-region.
[0095] In practice, for example, the high-altitude area 11 can be divided into 5 discontinuous independent regions: H1, H2, H3, H4, and H5.
[0096] The central terrain zone 12 is divided into 5 discontinuous regions: M1, M2, M3, M4, and M5.
[0097] The low-lying area 13 is divided into 5 discontinuous regions: L1, L2, L3, L4, and L5.
[0098] Because actual terrain is usually varied and not a large flat surface, the divisions are not continuous. Within the same high-altitude area, different plants with different tolerances and water requirements may be planted. Therefore, it is necessary to further subdivide the area into sub-regions, with each sub-region planted with a dominant plant or a mixed community.
[0099] Targeting high-altitude areas 11;
[0100] High-altitude area H1, with an area of 300 The area is divided into two sub-regions: H1-A, where drought-resistant shrubs are planted, and H1-B, where herbaceous plants are planted.
[0101] High-altitude area H2, with an area of 250 The area was divided into two sub-regions: H2-A, where shrubs were planted, and H2-B, where perennial pasture grasses were planted.
[0102] High-altitude area H3, with an area of 180 The area was divided into two sub-regions: H3-A, where shrubs were planted, and H3-B, which had no vegetation (to be restored).
[0103] High-altitude area H4, with an area of 220 Divide the area into a sub-region H4-A and plant shrubs there;
[0104] High-altitude area H5, with an area of 150 Divide it into a sub-region H5-A for planting herbaceous plants.
[0105] For medium terrain zone 12:
[0106] Mid-altitude region M1, area 350 The area is divided into two sub-regions: M1-A, where willow trees are planted, and M1-B, where reeds are planted.
[0107] Mid-altitude region M2, area 400 The area is divided into two sub-regions: M2-A for planting herbaceous plants and M2-B for planting shrubs.
[0108] Mid-altitude region M3, area 280 Divide the area into a sub-region M3-A and plant willow trees there;
[0109] Mid-altitude region M4, area 260 The area is divided into two sub-regions: M4-A is planted with willow trees, and M4-B is planted with herbs.
[0110] Mid-altitude region M5, area 300 The area was divided into a sub-region M5-A where willow trees were planted.
[0111] For low-lying areas 13:
[0112] Low-lying area L1, with an area of 500 The area was divided into a sub-region L1-A for planting reeds;
[0113] Low-lying area L2, with an area of 450 Divide the area into a sub-region L2-A and plant aquatic plants there;
[0114] Low-lying area L3, with an area of 480 The area is divided into a sub-region L3-A for planting a mixture of reeds and herbs;
[0115] Low-lying area L4, with an area of 400 Divide the area into a sub-region L3-A and plant aquatic plants there;
[0116] Low-lying area L5, with an area of 420 The area was divided into a sub-region L5-A for planting reeds.
[0117] Regarding the first For each sub-region, soil moisture measured by all humidity sensors within that region is acquired, the average value is calculated, and the result is used as the sub-region's data. average soil moisture .
[0118] Set target soil moisture Each sub-region has its own set suitable humidity range for plants, and the target soil moisture level. You can select a reasonable reference value (such as 75%) within the suitable humidity range based on experience or the actual needs of the plants, and maintain the target soil moisture within a controllable range. The following are some suitable humidity ranges:
[0119] High elevation H1-A (shrubland): Suitable humidity range 20-30%;
[0120] High-altitude H1-B (herbaceous area): Suitable humidity range 25-35%;
[0121] Medium elevation M1-A (Willow Tree Area): Suitable humidity range 40-60%;
[0122] Medium-altitude M1-B (reed area): Suitable humidity range 60-80%;
[0123] Low-lying L1-A (reed area): Suitable humidity range > 70%.
[0124] Compute sub-region Traffic generation weight .
[0125] Setting the first The outlet end 182 of the drainage tube 18 leads to the first Water accessibility of each sub-region .
[0126] The accessibility of water flow to each sub-region for each diversion pipe is determined in advance. During the design phase, the water flow coverage and capacity are calculated based on the terrain and the layout of the diversion pipes 18 to determine which diversion pipes 18 can effectively cover which areas.
[0127] Calculate the objective function , obtain the first The drainage pipe 18, which coordinates the soil moisture of the riverbed in each sub-region, is adjusted so that the outlet end 182 of the drainage pipe 18 points towards the first... Sub-regions.
[0128] This invention employs a control strategy based on dynamic changes in regional soil moisture to adjust the water outlet direction of the diversion conduits 18, upgrading the deployment of the diversion conduits 18 from static connection to intelligent collaborative water supply. By calculating the average soil moisture of different zones and analyzing the differences in target soil moisture, water flow accessibility and diversion weights are introduced to select the optimal diversion conduits 18 for collaborative regulation of the water status in a specific area. This achieves spatially optimal allocation and dynamic scheduling of water resources, prioritizing the needs of severely water-scarce areas under limited resource conditions. It enhances the flexibility and coverage efficiency of the diversion conduit 18 system, improving the response speed and intensity of water in different ecological zones of the riverbank by adjusting the direction, thereby increasing the overall vegetation survival rate and ecological stability.
[0129] S3. Water-permeable moisture control pipes 14 are installed under the ground surface in all terrain areas.
[0130] Set up moisture control pipes 14 to regulate water outflow or inflow according to soil moisture; implement a pipe classification and arrangement strategy, bury moisture control pipes 14 below the surface of the river beach, and design different arrangement methods for moisture control pipes 14 for three types of terrain; connect the moisture control pipes 14 in the river beach to each other.
[0131] The aforementioned moisture control pipe 14 can be implemented using existing structures or by modifying existing pipe structures; this embodiment of the invention does not limit this. In practical applications, the moisture control pipe 14 can consist of an inner water flow channel and an outer permeable layer. The inner water flow channel is used to transport water; the outer permeable layer is provided with permeable holes and can control soil moisture through valves, electromagnetic drive mechanisms, or material response methods. Existing irrigation pipes, microporous pipes, drip irrigation pipes, etc., can all be modified as basic structures to achieve the function of the moisture control pipe 14.
[0132] Below are three feasible implementation schemes:
[0133] Solenoid valve control port: A solenoid valve switch is installed at the seepage hole of the outer pipe, which is controlled by a soil moisture sensor to realize automatic water discharge / absorption function.
[0134] Mechanical valve response materials: The orifice is made of thermally expanding or shape-memory materials, which automatically switch to expand / contract in response to soil moisture.
[0135] Modification of flexible tube micro-pore drip irrigation: The conventional micro-pore drip irrigation pipeline is changed to a double-layer structure, with the inner layer for water delivery and the outer layer opening according to humidity control to achieve humidity control function.
[0136] The moisture control pipeline of the present invention can be modified based on the pipeline structure described in the existing published patent CN106807463B to enable it to have soil moisture sensing and automatic adjustment of seepage holes.
[0137] In existing high-end farmland and greenhouses, pipelines already have built-in microporous membranes and regional solenoid valves, with underground sensing and intelligent control. However, they generally do not allow for independent switching of each seepage hole. Therefore, a feasible approach in engineering is to design the humidity control pipeline 14 as a "regional segment control" system, rather than "independent control of each seepage hole." Water output and absorption mainly depend on internal and external pressure control and the status of the seepage holes, avoiding the use of too many independent micro valves. Humidity sensors can be deployed in a grid pattern and fed back to the control box for unified control of the opening and closing of each segment.
[0138] The specific design is as follows:
[0139] Between the outer layer and the soil: a switchable permeable hole to control the flow of water in and out.
[0140] Between the outer and inner layers: They are connected by fixed pores or permeable layers to ensure that once water is collected in the outer layer, water can enter the inner layer.
[0141] The outer layer's function is to isolate the seepage holes from the soil and the switch control device, providing a layer of protection, buffer, and filtration to reduce the direct entry of silt and impurities into the inner layer. The holes in the inner layer can be designed to be more concealed and smaller, simply to guide the water from the outer layer into the main water flow.
[0142] The moisture control pipe 14 can not only flow water from the inner layer to the soil (water outflow), but also allow excess water in the soil to flow back to the inner layer through the seepage holes in the outer layer (water absorption).
[0143] Specifically:
[0144] The inner water channel is a closed pipe used for transporting and storing water.
[0145] The outer permeable layer contains a large number of switchable permeable holes. When the soil moisture is too high, the control system will open the permeable holes and at the same time generate a negative pressure (siphon effect) in the inner pipe, so that water in the soil is "drawn" into the inner layer through the permeable holes.
[0146] The existing technology of siphon effect utilizes the height difference between the two ends of a pipe, and through the continuity of the liquid and gravity, "pull" the liquid out of the higher place and flow to the lower place. For example, when the height difference between the two ends of a pipe filled with liquid is large enough, and the liquid is continuous and uninterrupted in the pipe, the liquid will be "pulled" out of the higher place and flow to the lower place, and can even "climb" over bends that are higher than the water level.
[0147] This invention achieves a bidirectional water regulation mechanism between the soil and the moisture control pipe 14 through the structure of an inner water flow channel and an outer permeable layer. Based on the dynamic sensing of soil moisture status by a humidity sensor, it intelligently determines the opening and closing of the permeable holes, realizing automatic responses for water shortage replenishment and over-wet recovery. It provides closed-loop control of water regulation capabilities, with water exchange entirely completed through the permeable holes, ensuring the integrity and operational safety of the moisture control pipe 14. It has good water-saving effects and water resource utilization efficiency, making it suitable for crop planting areas sensitive to water requirements. The permeable holes are only activated outside a specific humidity range, reducing energy consumption.
[0148] In this invention, the humidity control pipe 14 may include a first main pipe 141, multiple first branch pipes 142, a mesh connecting pipe, a second main pipe 143, and multiple second branch pipes 144; S3 specifically includes:
[0149] A first main pipeline 141 is installed below the surface of the high terrain area 11 along its slope from top to bottom, and multiple first branch pipelines 142 extending in a direction perpendicular to the first main pipeline 141 are connected to the first main pipeline 141.
[0150] A network of connecting pipes is installed beneath the surface in the mid-terrain zone 12;
[0151] Below the surface of the low-lying area 13, a second main pipeline 143 is vertically installed downwards along the lowest point 17 of the low-lying area, and multiple second branch pipelines 144 are installed from the bottom to the top of the slope of the low-lying area 13 at the lowest point 17. The bottom ends of the multiple second branch pipelines 144 are connected to the top end of the second main pipeline 143.
[0152] In the high-altitude area 11, a pipeline is designed below the ground surface along the top to the bottom of the high-altitude slope as the first main pipeline 141; multiple first branch pipelines 142 extend from the first main pipeline 141 in a direction perpendicular to the first main pipeline 141.
[0153] In this embodiment, reference Figure 4 As shown, multiple first branch pipes 142 are designed to be perpendicular to the first main pipe 141 and are located underground on the riverbank surface.
[0154] A network of connecting pipes is designed beneath the surface in 12 medium-altitude zones.
[0155] In the low-lying area 13, a pipeline is designed perpendicularly downwards from the lowest point 17 of the low-lying area, serving as the second main pipeline 143; multiple second branch pipelines 144 are designed from the lowest point 17 along the bottom to the top of the low-lying area, and the second branch pipelines 144 are connected to the second main pipeline 143.
[0156] In this embodiment, refer to Figure 5As shown, the second branch pipe 144 is connected to the second main pipe 143. The second branch pipe 144 is laid on the side wall of the low-lying area, surrounding the water accumulated in the low-lying area.
[0157] In this embodiment, refer to Figure 2 As shown, main and branch pipelines, mesh connecting pipelines and vertical control pipelines are laid out in high terrain zone 11, medium terrain zone 12 and low terrain zone 13 respectively, realizing the construction of a layered and graded hydraulic structure.
[0158] This invention employs a riverbed topography segmentation strategy, dividing the entire riverbed into three functional layers: a low-lying zone 13, a medium-lying zone 12, and a high-lying zone 11. Main and branch pipelines, a network of connecting pipelines, and vertical control pipelines are then deployed in each layer, achieving a hierarchical hydraulic structure. The medium-lying zone 12 utilizes a network of connecting pipelines to effectively buffer water flow and enhance the uniformity of water distribution between areas. Meanwhile, the deep main pipelines in both high and low-lying zones establish a pathway from the source to the sink, enabling the overall system to possess strong regulatory capabilities when there is excessive or insufficient water. This clearly defines the hydraulic functional zones for each terrain type, providing a clear foundational structure for scheduling logic and water flow control.
[0159] S4. Based on the soil moisture information and plant information of each terrain area, control the opening or closing of the seepage holes on the moisture control pipe 14 of the corresponding terrain area.
[0160] In this embodiment, plant information of all plants on the riverbank is obtained, including plant type and growth stage; the suitable humidity range for each type of plant is obtained based on the plant information; and a plant-based humidity control strategy is implemented to adjust soil humidity through humidity control pipe 14 to adapt to plant growth.
[0161] In this embodiment, the humidity control pipe 14 in the high-elevation area 11 is used for local humidity regulation. It intelligently opens or closes the seepage holes according to the soil moisture to maintain the water balance in the root zone, which is suitable for the vicinity of plant roots. The diversion pipe 18 on the slope 19 of the high-elevation area 11 is used for water diversion, which diverts water from the top of the slope to the bottom of the slope. It relies on the gravity of the slope to flow naturally and controls the direction and speed of the water flow. It is mostly laid at an angle. The two are used together to achieve precise water supply and reasonable diversion in high-elevation areas, thereby improving irrigation efficiency and ecological adaptability.
[0162] A humidity sensor measures soil moisture in real time. Based on this sensor data, the humidity control pipe 14 determines whether the current humidity is below a set threshold. If it is low, the seepage holes are opened to replenish water; if it is high, the seepage holes are opened to drain water; and within the normal range, the seepage holes are closed. This achieves feedback-based closed-loop control.
[0163] The total water demand of the riverbed is determined based on soil moisture information and vegetation information of each terrain area.
[0164] Specifically, it includes:
[0165] (1) Based on the soil moisture information and plant information of each terrain area, determine the water loss degree and moisture-to-water conversion coefficient of each sub-region.
[0166] The determination of the water deficit level in each sub-region specifically includes: first, obtaining the minimum humidity of the suitable humidity range for plants in each sub-region; then, calculating the difference between the minimum humidity and the average soil moisture in each sub-region as the water deficit level of the corresponding sub-region.
[0167] (2) Calculate the product of the degree of water loss, the humidity-to-water conversion coefficient and the area of the sub-region, and use it as the current water requirement of the corresponding sub-region;
[0168] (3) Sum the current water demand of all sub-regions to obtain the total water demand of the riverbed.
[0169] In practical implementation, the humidity-to-water conversion coefficient is first set.
[0170] The humidity-to-water conversion factor represents the conversion relationship between "soil moisture deficit" and "actual water requirement". It indicates how many liters of water per square meter need to be added for every 1% decrease in humidity.
[0171] For example, region H1-B has an area of 300. The target humidity lower limit is 25%, the current humidity is 18%, the humidity is 7%, and the humidity-to-water conversion coefficient is set at 0.3 L / m² / %. The humidity-to-water conversion coefficient is a constant determined during the design based on soil type and vegetation.
[0172] Then obtain the sub-region. The area is used to calculate the humidity-to-water conversion coefficient and the sub-region. Degree of water loss The product of the product and the subregion The area is calculated by multiplying the products to obtain the sub-region. Current water demand ;
[0173] For example, the current water requirement for area H1-B is 7 × 0.3 × 300 = 630 L.
[0174] Finally, obtain the water demand for all sub-regions, calculate and sum them to get the total water demand. .
[0175] This invention constructs a regional water supply priority assessment model based on the optimal humidity range of plant varieties. It calculates the current water requirement using parameters such as water deficiency level, water content of the drainage pipe 18, and humidity, thus forming priority weights for each region. This couples plant physiological needs with water supply capacity, ensuring that limited water resources are prioritized for the most sensitive and urgent areas, improving water use accuracy and ecological restoration efficiency. The weighting factors also integrate the actual water content of the humidity control pipe 14 within the region, enabling the control strategy to have real-time performance and system feedback capabilities. Compared to fixed-threshold triggered irrigation, this priority model can dynamically adjust irrigation schemes to adapt to scenarios of sudden climate changes or water source fluctuations, improving the overall system robustness. By quantifying the differences in humidity requirements among different plants, it possesses cross-crop applicability, providing a scientific calculation basis for ecological classification water supply.
[0176] After determining the total water demand of the riverbed, if the total water content of all wet control pipes 14 on the riverbed is greater than or equal to the total water demand, then the seepage holes of all wet control pipes 14 on the riverbed will be opened; if the total water content is less than the total water demand, then the allocated water volume for each sub-area will be determined, and the seepage holes on the wet control pipes 14 of the corresponding sub-area will be opened according to the allocated water volume.
[0177] Specifically, determining the water allocation for each sub-region includes:
[0178] Determine the regional moisture content of the humidity control pipe 14 in each sub-region and the humidity priority factor of each sub-region, and determine the priority weight of each sub-region based on the total moisture content, regional moisture content, humidity priority factor and degree of moisture loss.
[0179] Specifically: the ratio of the regional moisture content to the total moisture content of each sub-region is taken as the moisture content ratio of each sub-region; the product of the humidity priority factor, moisture loss degree and moisture content ratio corresponding to each sub-region is calculated as the priority weight of the corresponding sub-region.
[0180] The sum of the priority weights of all sub-regions is obtained as the total weight. The ratio of the priority weight of each sub-region to the total weight is calculated, and the product of the ratio and the total water content is used as the water allocation for the corresponding sub-region.
[0181] In specific implementation, for sub-regions First, obtain the planting location in the sub-region. The lowest humidity level in the suitable humidity range for plants ;
[0182] Then calculate the sub-region. Priority weight , ,in, Humidity priority factors are set according to plant type. sub-region The degree of water loss, To be arranged in sub-regions The moisture content of the area controlled by the humidification pipe 14 The total moisture content of the moisture control pipe 14 sub-region The average soil moisture.
[0183] The humidity priority factor mentioned above is set manually to reflect the sensitivity, importance, or urgency of different plants to humidity changes. The general principle is: the more susceptible a plant is to water shortage and the more sensitive it is to humidity changes, the higher its priority; conversely, the more drought-tolerant a plant is, the lower its priority. Example:
[0184] Area H1-A, high elevation, planted with shrubs, current humidity 15%, set humidity priority factor to 0.5;
[0185] Area H1-B, high elevation, planted with herbs, current humidity 18%, set humidity priority factor to 1.2;
[0186] Area M1-A, medium terrain, planted with willow trees, current humidity 30%, set humidity priority factor to 1.0;
[0187] Area M1-B, medium terrain, planted with reeds, current humidity 50%, set humidity priority factor to 0.7;
[0188] Area L1-A, low-lying terrain, planted with reeds, current humidity 65%, humidity priority factor set to 0.7.
[0189] Moisture content of the moisture control pipe 14: The current moisture content and total capacity are estimated by the water level monitoring device in the pipe or the flow / pressure sensor installed in the pipe.
[0190] Next, compare the total water demand. The total moisture content of the moisture control pipe 14 Size relationship:
[0191] If the total moisture content Greater than or equal to the total water demand Then open the seepage hole of the humidity control pipe 14, where, when At that time, water in the moisture control pipe 14 seeps into the soil. At that time, excess water in the soil flows into the moisture control pipe 14;
[0192] If the total moisture content Less than the total water demand If so, it is calculated as a sub-region. Distributed water volume ;
[0193] , For the first Priority weights for each sub-region;
[0194] Finally, adjust the opening and closing of the seepage holes on the humidity control pipe 14 to the sub-area. distribute The amount of water.
[0195] This invention compares the total water content of the moisture control pipeline 14 with the total water demand of all areas to determine whether to meet the needs of all areas holistically or to allocate water proportionally, thereby intelligently controlling the opening strategy of the seepage holes. It introduces a global water management concept, enabling macro-level scheduling optimization of water resources throughout the system. When water is sufficient, the system can respond globally, achieving optimal irrigation; when water is insufficient, it allocates water in an orderly manner based on the priority weights of previous areas, avoiding disorderly competition or waste at single points. Dynamically controlling the opening status of the seepage holes constructs a distributed water regulation mechanism, realizing the allocation concept of "whoever needs it gets it" and supplying water on demand. Especially in situations of drought, fluctuating water supply, and resource scarcity, it can maximize water resource benefits.
[0196] The present invention first delivers water to the required area through the drainage conduit 18 (macro-level allocation), and then finely adjusts the soil moisture through the seepage holes of the moisture control pipe 14 (micro-level adjustment).
[0197] Another embodiment of the present invention provides a riverbank humidity control system based on digital intelligence, comprising:
[0198] The terrain division and zoning module is used to divide the river beach into high terrain zone 11, medium terrain zone 12, and low terrain zone 13 according to the height difference, and then divide each terrain zone into multiple sub-regions based on plant species.
[0199] A conduit installation module is used to install a drainage conduit 18 under the ground surface in a high-altitude area 11, running from the top of the slope to the bottom of the slope.
[0200] The water flow path control module is used to design the path of the diversion pipe 18 according to the terrain, execute the slope installation strategy and path optimization strategy of the diversion pipe 18, and control the orientation of the water outlet 182 of the diversion pipe 18 to coordinate soil moisture.
[0201] The moisture control pipeline installation module is used to set up the moisture control pipeline structure, the inner water flow channel and the outer seepage layer, and to design different installation methods for three types of terrain.
[0202] The optimal humidity matching module for plants is used to obtain the suitable humidity range for each type of plant, calculate the average soil humidity of the area based on sensor data, set the target soil humidity of the area, and generate a humidity control strategy to match the needs of plants.
[0203] The moisture control seepage hole control module is used to adjust the opening or closing of the seepage holes according to the relationship between soil moisture and low and high thresholds, so as to realize bidirectional diffusion of moisture between the soil and the moisture control pipe 14.
[0204] The moisture control seepage hole allocation and scheduling module is used to calculate the global water demand and the total water content of the moisture control pipeline 14, compare the relationship between the total water demand and the total water content, allocate water according to demand, and precisely control the opening of seepage holes.
[0205] The above description is merely a few embodiments of this application and is not intended to limit this application in any way. Although this application discloses preferred embodiments as described above, it is not intended to limit this application. Any changes or modifications made by those skilled in the art without departing from the scope of the technical solution of this application using the disclosed technical content are equivalent to equivalent implementation cases and fall within the scope of the technical solution.
Claims
1. A method for regulating riverbank humidity based on digital intelligence, characterized in that, The method includes: S1. Divide the riverbed surface into multiple terrain zones, including high terrain zone, medium terrain zone and low terrain zone, according to the height above the horizontal plane, and set up a drainage pipe from the top of the slope to the bottom of the slope in the high terrain zone. S2. Adjust the water outlet direction of the drainage pipe according to the plant information of all plants on the river beach and the soil moisture information of each terrain area; S3. Water-permeable moisture control pipes are installed under the surface of the ground in all terrain areas; S4. Based on the soil moisture information and plant information of each terrain area, control the opening or closing of the seepage holes on the moisture control pipes of the corresponding terrain area. The plant information includes plant type, suitable humidity range for each plant type, and target soil moisture; S2 specifically includes: Each terrain zone was divided into multiple sub-regions according to the type of vegetation on it, and the average soil moisture of each sub-region was obtained; The diversion weight of each sub-region is determined based on the average soil moisture of each sub-region and the target soil moisture of the plants thereon. The outlet direction of each drainage pipe is determined based on the water flow accessibility of each drainage pipe to each sub-region and the drainage weight of each sub-region; The humidity control pipeline includes a first main pipeline, multiple first branch pipelines, a mesh-like connecting pipeline, a second main pipeline, and multiple second branch pipelines; S3 specifically includes: A first main pipeline is installed below the surface of the land in a high-altitude area, running from the top of the slope to the bottom, and multiple first branch pipelines extending in a direction perpendicular to the first main pipeline are connected to the first main pipeline. A network of connecting pipes is installed beneath the surface in the mid-terrain zone; In the low-lying area, a second main pipeline is vertically installed below the surface along the lowest point of the low-lying area, and multiple second branch pipelines are installed from the bottom to the top of the slope along the slope of the low-lying area at the lowest point. The bottom ends of the multiple second branch pipelines are connected to the top end of the second main pipeline. S4 specifically includes: Based on the soil moisture information and vegetation information of each terrain area, the total water demand of the riverbed is determined. If the total water content of all the moisture control pipes on the riverbank is greater than or equal to the total water demand, then the seepage holes of all the moisture control pipes on the riverbank are opened. If the total water content is less than the total water demand, then the allocated water volume for each sub-region is determined, and the seepage holes on the humidity control pipes of the corresponding sub-region are opened according to the allocated water volume.
2. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, Based on soil moisture information and vegetation information of various terrain areas, the total water demand of the riverbed is determined, specifically including: Based on soil moisture information and vegetation information of each terrain area, determine the degree of water loss and moisture-to-water conversion coefficient of each sub-region. Calculate the product of the moisture loss level, the humidity-to-water conversion coefficient, and the area of the sub-region, and use it as the current water requirement for the corresponding sub-region; The total water demand of the riverbed is obtained by summing the current water demand of all sub-regions.
3. The method according to claim 2, characterized in that, Based on soil moisture information and vegetation information for each terrain zone, the degree of water deficit in each sub-region is determined, specifically including: Obtain the minimum humidity within the suitable humidity range for plants in each sub-region; Calculate the difference between the minimum humidity and the average soil moisture for each sub-region, which is used as the degree of water loss for that sub-region.
4. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, Determine the water allocation for each sub-region, specifically including: Determine the regional moisture content of the humidity control pipeline in each sub-region and the humidity priority factor of each sub-region, and determine the priority weight of each sub-region based on the total moisture content, the regional moisture content, the humidity priority factor, and the degree of moisture loss; Obtain the sum of the priority weights of all sub-regions as the total weight, and calculate the ratio of the priority weight of each sub-region to the total weight. Multiply the ratio by the total water content as the allocated water volume for the corresponding sub-region.
5. The method according to claim 4, characterized in that, The priority weight of each sub-region is determined based on the total moisture content, the regional moisture content, the humidity priority factor, and the degree of moisture loss, specifically including: The ratio of the regional water content of each sub-region to the total water content is taken as the water content ratio of each sub-region; Calculate the product of humidity priority factor, moisture loss degree, and water content ratio for each sub-region, and use it as the priority weight for the corresponding sub-region.
6. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The inlet end of the drainage pipe is equipped with a filter layer, and the downstream slope of its outlet end is equipped with a slow-flow bend.
7. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The drainage conduit installed beneath the surface of the high-altitude area in S1, running from the top to the bottom of the slope, specifically includes: Determine the slope and mitigation angle of the high-altitude area, and use the difference between the slope and the mitigation angle as the installation angle; In the high-altitude area, a drainage conduit is installed below the ground surface, running from the top of the slope to the bottom, based on the installation angle.
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