Growth house constructed based on live tree

Abstract

The invention discloses a growing house constructed based on live trees, and belongs to the technical field of ecological buildings. The building method comprises the steps that a house framework is built, steel pipes are welded or connected through bolts to form a dome-shaped framework, triangular grid structures are evenly distributed on the surface of the dome-shaped framework to evenly bear external force, and door and window installation positions are reserved; the aerial fog cultivation system comprises telescopic pipes which are fixedly laid around the outer side of the bottom of the dome-shaped framework in a closed-loop mode, and a plurality of field planting holes are evenly formed in the telescopic pipes in the length direction of the telescopic pipes; fast-growing tree species with slender tree bodies are planted in the plurality of planting holes, tree species branches grow directionally along the dome-shaped framework through manual guidance, so that the branches of different tree species are mutually inclined, crossed, folded and interwoven, and naturally heal at the crossed part to form a continuous biological support net rack.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of ecological building technology, specifically to a growing house constructed based on living trees. Background Technology

[0002] For a long time, the construction industry has relied on traditional building materials such as timber, stone, bricks, tiles, and reinforced concrete. The extraction of these materials causes damage to the natural environment, such as deforestation and mountain excavation; during processing, a large amount of energy is consumed and pollutants such as waste gas and wastewater are generated.

[0003] Furthermore, once traditional buildings are constructed, their forms remain fixed and cannot dynamically interact with the natural environment. In scenarios such as modern agricultural parks, due to considerations such as ecological protection, there are strict restrictions on the construction of two- or three-story buildings, making it difficult to meet the spatial needs of eco-clubs, commercial activities, and other similar settings. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to overcome the problems in the prior art and provide a growing house based on living trees.

[0005] This invention provides a growing house based on living trees, comprising: a supporting frame, which is a geodesic grid structure constructed of steel pipes, forming the basic house shape with doors and windows; a cultivation substrate, which is a flexible corrugated telescopic pipe surrounding the bottom of the supporting frame, the flexible corrugated telescopic pipe being fixedly connected to the frame by a snap-fit ​​assembly, and multiple planting holes evenly distributed on the top of the pipe wall; living seedlings are planted in each of the multiple planting holes, and the branches of the living seedlings are guided to grow along the grid formed by the steel pipes of the supporting frame and interweave with each other to form a living seedling load-bearing structure that matches the shape of the supporting frame; and a filler, which is an environmentally friendly decorative material, which is placed in the gaps of the living seedling load-bearing structure after the living seedlings have matured to seal the surface of the house.

[0006] Preferably, the geodesic grid structure of the supporting frame is made of steel pipes connected by welding or bolting, and its surface is distributed with triangular grids to uniformly bear external forces.

[0007] Preferably, the diameter of the flexible corrugated telescopic tube is 300mm~600mm, and it fits seamlessly with the bottom of the support frame through the buckle of the corrugated protrusion.

[0008] Preferably, the spacing between the planting holes on the flexible corrugated telescopic tube is 60cm to 100cm, and each planting hole is embedded with a waterproof sealing ring for fixing the base of the seedling trunk.

[0009] Preferably, the supporting frame is equipped with an aeroponic cultivation system, including a nutrient solution storage tank, a water pump, a supply pipe, a return pipe, and atomizing nozzles. The nutrient solution storage tank is located on the roof of the structure formed by the supporting frame and connected to a nutrient solution addition device via the air pump supply pipe. The outlet end of the nutrient solution storage tank is connected to the flexible corrugated expansion joint via the supply pipe. Several atomizing nozzles are evenly distributed on the supply pipe, corresponding one to the fixed-value holes. The water pump is installed on one side of the flexible corrugated expansion joint, with one end connected to the flexible corrugated expansion joint, and its outlet end connected to the nutrient solution storage tank via the return pipe.

[0010] Preferably, the branches of the live sapling are tied to the nodes of the support frame with biodegradable ropes, and the intersections are fixed with U-shaped brackets, so that the branches form an angle of 30° to 60°.

[0011] Preferably, the environmentally friendly decorative material is one or a combination of natural hemp fiber reinforced gypsum board, bamboo and wood composite board, or biodegradable PLA plastic board.

[0012] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention are: The supporting framework employs a geodesic grid structure, constructed from steel pipes, providing a stable basic form for the house and evenly bearing external forces. The cultivation substrate utilizes flexible corrugated expansion tubes and an aeroponic cultivation system to efficiently cultivate live seedlings. Branches are guided to grow along the framework and interweave, forming a living load-bearing structure, reducing reliance on traditional building materials and mitigating environmental impact. The infill uses environmentally friendly materials to seal the surface, enhancing the house's practicality and comfort.

[0013] Overall, the houses can dynamically change with the growth of the trees, giving the buildings a sense of life, solving spatial needs in special scenarios, and promoting the harmonious coexistence of ecology and architecture, thus possessing significant ecological, aesthetic, and economic value. This innovative approach combines biological growth with architecture, breaking through traditional limitations and showing broad application prospects. Attached Figure Description

[0014] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the present invention.

[0015] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the aeroponic cultivation system of the present invention.

[0016] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the supporting frame and the flexible corrugated telescopic tube of the present invention.

[0017] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the live seedling planting structure of the present invention.

[0018] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the living seedling and its supporting frame after growth according to the present invention.

[0019] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached diagram: 1. Support frame; 2. Flexible corrugated telescopic tube; 3. Planting hole; 4. Live seedling; 5. Filler; 6. Clip; 7. Aeroculture system; 71. Nutrient solution storage tank; 72. Water pump; 73. Supply pipe; 74. Return pipe. Detailed Implementation

[0020] The following is in conjunction with the appendix Figures 1-5 To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some, not all, of the embodiments of the present invention. Based on the described embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention. Unless otherwise defined, the technical or scientific terms used herein should have the ordinary meaning understood by those skilled in the art.

[0021] The terms "first," "second," and similar words used in the patent application specification and claims of this invention do not indicate any order, quantity, or importance, but are merely used to distinguish different components. Terms such as "comprising" or "including" mean that the element or object preceding the word encompasses the elements or objects listed after the word and their equivalents, without excluding other elements or objects. Terms such as "inner," "outer," "upper," "lower," "far," "near," "front," and "rear" are only used to indicate relative positional relationships. When the absolute position of the described object changes, the relative positional relationship may also change accordingly. The drawings in this invention are not strictly drawn to scale; the specific dimensions and quantity of each structure can be determined according to actual needs. The drawings described in this invention are merely structural schematic diagrams.

[0022] This invention provides a growing house based on a living tree, such as... Figures 1-5 As shown, it includes: a supporting frame 1, which is a geodesic grid structure built of steel pipes, forming the basic shape of a house with doors and windows; a cultivation substrate, which is a flexible corrugated expansion tube 2 that is set around the bottom of the supporting frame 1. The flexible corrugated expansion tube 2 is fixedly connected to the frame by a buckle 6 assembly. Multiple planting holes 3 are evenly opened on the top of the tube wall of the flexible corrugated expansion tube 2; live seedlings 4 are planted in multiple planting holes 3. The branches of the live seedlings 4 are guided to grow along the grid formed by the steel pipes of the supporting frame 1 and interweave with each other to form a load-bearing structure of the live seedlings 4 that matches the shape of the supporting frame 1; and a filler 5, which is an environmentally friendly decoration material. After the live seedlings have grown to maturity, the filler 5 is placed in the gaps of the load-bearing structure of the live seedlings 4 to seal the surface of the house.

[0023] In this embodiment, the supporting frame 1 adopts a geodesic grid structure, constructed from steel pipes, providing a stable basic form for the house and uniformly bearing external forces. The cultivation substrate utilizes flexible corrugated expansion tubes 2 and an aeroponic cultivation system 7 to efficiently cultivate live seedlings. Branches are guided to grow along the frame and interweave, forming a living load-bearing structure, reducing reliance on traditional building materials and mitigating environmental impact. The infill 5 uses environmentally friendly materials to seal the surface, enhancing the house's practicality and comfort. Overall, the house can dynamically change with the growth of the trees, giving the building vitality, addressing spatial needs in specific scenarios, promoting harmonious coexistence between ecology and architecture, and possessing significant ecological, aesthetic, and economic value.

[0024] Preferred, such as Figures 1-3 As shown, the geodesic grid structure supporting the skeleton 1 is made of steel pipes connected by welding or bolts, and its surface is distributed with triangular grids to uniformly bear external forces.

[0025] In this embodiment, the geodesic grid structure defining the supporting skeleton 1 is constructed from welded or bolted steel pipes, with triangular mesh distributed on its surface to uniformly bear external forces. This design enhances the overall stability and strength of the skeleton, effectively disperses loads, prevents local stress concentration, and ensures the safety of the building under the influence of tree growth and the external environment. The triangular mesh structure also facilitates the guidance of tree branch growth, provides uniform support points, optimizes the formation process of the living tree grid, and improves construction accuracy and efficiency.

[0026] Better, such as Figures 1-3 As shown, the diameter of the flexible corrugated telescopic tube 2 is 300mm~600mm, and it is seamlessly attached to the bottom of the support frame 1 through the buckle 6 of the corrugated protrusion.

[0027] In this embodiment, the flexible corrugated expansion tube 2 has a diameter of 300mm to 600mm and is seamlessly attached to the bottom of the support frame 1 via the buckle 6 on the corrugated protrusion; this ensures a tight connection between the cultivation substrate and the support frame 1, preventing displacement and leakage, and improving the reliability of the system; the flexible corrugated expansion tube 2 can adapt to the arc structure of the dome-shaped frame, enhancing overall adaptability; the diameter range optimizes the distribution of nutrient solution and the growth space of the root system of live seedlings, improving the efficiency of aeroponic cultivation; the buckle 6 simplifies the installation process, reduces construction time, and ensures sealing, avoiding resource waste, and is suitable for various environmental conditions.

[0028] Better, such as Figures 1-2 As shown, the planting holes 3 on the flexible corrugated telescopic tube 2 are spaced 60cm to 100cm apart, and each planting hole 3 is embedded with a waterproof sealing ring for fixing the base of the seedling trunk.

[0029] In this embodiment, the spacing between the planting holes 3 is limited to 60cm~100cm, and each planting hole 3 is embedded with a waterproof sealing ring to fix the base of the seedling trunk; this optimizes the planting density of trees, avoids overcrowding or waste of resources, and promotes uniform tree growth; the waterproof sealing ring effectively prevents nutrient solution leakage and external moisture intrusion, improving the stability and efficiency of the aeroponic cultivation system 7; the waterproof sealing ring also enhances the fixing force of the seedling, reduces shaking during the growth process, and ensures the accuracy of branch guidance.

[0030] Better, such as Figures 1-4 As shown, an aeroponic cultivation system 7 is provided on the supporting frame 1, including a nutrient solution storage tank 71, a water pump 72, a supply pipe 73, a return pipe 74, and atomizing nozzles. The nutrient solution storage tank 71 is set on the roof of the house formed by the supporting frame 1. The outlet end of the nutrient solution storage tank 71 is connected to the flexible corrugated expansion pipe 2 through the supply pipe 73. Several atomizing nozzles are set one-to-one with the fixed value holes 3 and are evenly distributed on the supply pipe 73. The water pump 72 is installed on one side of the flexible corrugated expansion pipe 2, with one end connected to the supply pipe 73 and the outlet end connected to the nutrient solution storage tank 71 through the return pipe 74.

[0031] In this embodiment, the aeroponic cultivation system 7 comprises a nutrient solution storage tank 71, a water pump 72, a supply pipe 73, a return pipe 74, and atomizing nozzles. The nutrient solution is atomized and sprayed directly onto the roots of the living tree seedlings 4, providing ample water, nutrients, and oxygen, significantly accelerating tree growth. Each atomizing nozzle corresponds to a planting hole 3, ensuring uniform distribution of the nutrient solution and reducing waste. The return design enables resource recycling, enhancing ecological benefits. It features a high degree of automation, ease of maintenance, and suitability for long-term operation, providing continuous growth support for the living tree housing.

[0032] Better, such as Figures 1-5 As shown, the branches of the live sapling 4 are tied to the nodes of the supporting frame 1 with biodegradable ropes, and the intersections are fixed with U-shaped brackets, so that the branches form an angle of 30° to 60°.

[0033] In this embodiment, branches of the living sapling 4 are bound to nodes of the support frame 1 with biodegradable ropes, and the intersections are fixed by U-shaped brackets, creating an angle of 30° to 60° between the branches. This promotes the growth and interweaving of branches along the geodesic structure, accelerates natural healing, and forms a continuous biological support network. The biodegradable ropes are environmentally friendly and harmless, gradually decomposing as the tree grows, avoiding long-term constraints; the U-shaped brackets ensure stability at the intersections and optimize stress distribution.

[0034] Better, such as Figure 1 As shown, the environmentally friendly decoration materials are one or a combination of natural hemp fiber reinforced gypsum board, bamboo and wood composite board, or biodegradable PLA plastic board.

[0035] In this embodiment, the environmentally friendly decorative material is one or a combination of natural hemp fiber reinforced gypsum board, bamboo-wood composite board, or biodegradable PLA plastic board. These materials are eco-friendly, biodegradable, or renewable, reducing the environmental impact of construction waste; they also possess good strength and aesthetics, effectively sealing gaps in the living tree frame and improving the building's thermal and sound insulation performance. Using environmentally friendly materials aligns with sustainable development principles, enhances the overall ecological value of the building, and can be customized to meet different decoration needs, expanding its application scope.

[0036] The users of the growing houses constructed from living trees, as described in this application, are as follows: Based on the design, a house support frame 1 is constructed, which is formed by welding or bolting steel pipes to form a geodesic grid structure, ensuring that the triangular grid is evenly stressed and reserving door and window positions; then, an aeroponic cultivation system 7 is installed, with flexible corrugated telescopic pipes 2 fixed around the bottom of the frame, and live seedlings are planted in the planting holes 3, and nutrient solution supply equipment is connected.

[0037] During tree growth, branches are artificially guided to grow along the grid of the support framework 1 using biodegradable ropes and U-shaped supports, allowing branches from different living seedlings to interweave and form a biological network at the healing points; the aeroponic cultivation system 7 is adjusted regularly, and the atomized nutrient solution promotes root development, while the growth status is monitored to ensure structural stability.

[0038] After the living tree frame is basically formed, environmentally friendly decorative material filler 5 is used to fill the gaps in the grid, seal the surface of the house, and carry out interior decoration such as dividing the space and installing facilities, finally completing the construction of the growing house and achieving a perfect combination of ecology and function.

[0039] Although embodiments of the invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A growing house constructed based on living trees, characterized in that, include: The supporting framework is a geodesic grid structure built with steel pipes, which forms the basic shape of a house with doors and windows. The cultivation substrate is a flexible corrugated telescopic tube that is wrapped around the bottom of the support frame. The flexible corrugated telescopic tube is fixedly connected to the frame. Multiple planting holes are evenly opened on the top of the tube wall. Live seedlings are planted in each of the multiple planting holes. The branches of the live seedlings are guided to grow along the grid formed by the steel pipes of the support frame and interweave with each other to form a live seedling load-bearing structure that matches the shape of the support frame. The filler is an environmentally friendly decorative material. After the living saplings have grown to maturity, the filler is placed in the gaps of the load-bearing structure of the living saplings to seal the surface of the house.

2. A growing house based on a living tree as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The geodesic grid structure of the supporting frame is made of steel pipes connected by welding or bolts, and its surface is distributed with triangular grids to uniformly bear external forces.

3. A growing house based on a living tree as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The flexible corrugated telescopic tube has a diameter of 300mm to 600mm and is seamlessly fitted to the bottom of the support frame through the buckles of the corrugated protrusions.

4. A growing house based on a living tree as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The planting holes on the flexible corrugated telescopic tube are spaced 60cm to 100cm apart, and each planting hole is fitted with a waterproof sealing ring to fix the base of the seedling trunk.

5. A growing house based on a living tree as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The supporting frame is equipped with an aeroponic cultivation system, including a nutrient solution storage tank, a water pump, a supply pipe, a return pipe, and atomizing nozzles. The nutrient solution storage tank is located on the roof of the structure formed by the supporting frame and is connected to a nutrient solution addition device via the air pump delivery pipe. The outlet end of the nutrient solution storage tank is connected to the flexible corrugated expansion pipe via the supply pipe. Several atomizing nozzles are arranged corresponding to the fixed value holes and are evenly distributed on the supply pipe. The water pump is installed on one side of the flexible corrugated expansion pipe, with one end connected to the flexible corrugated expansion pipe and the outlet end connected to the nutrient solution storage tank via the return pipe.

6. A growing house based on a living tree as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The branches of the live sapling are tied to the nodes of the supporting frame with biodegradable ropes, and the intersections are fixed with U-shaped brackets, so that the branches form an angle of 30° to 60°.

7. A growing house based on a living tree as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The environmentally friendly decoration material is one or a combination of natural hemp fiber reinforced gypsum board, bamboo and wood composite board, or biodegradable PLA plastic board.

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