A multi-functional aquaculture equipment

Abstract

This invention relates to the field of aquaculture, and more particularly to a multifunctional aquaculture equipment, comprising a storage silo and a feed pipe; the feed pipe is installed on the storage silo; it also includes a ring plate, partition blocks, and a rotary drive component; the ring plate is installed inside the storage silo; multiple partition blocks are equidistantly installed on the ring plate; the multiple partition blocks divide the storage silo into multiple storage spaces; the rotary drive component is installed on the storage silo; the drive end of the rotary drive component is connected to the ring plate; a discharge port is opened at the bottom of the storage silo, and the partition blocks can block the discharge port; this invention achieves the goal of dividing the storage silo into multiple independent storage spaces by using partition blocks, allowing only one storage space to be connected to the outside when feeding, while other feed that does not need to be discharged temporarily is stored in other storage spaces that are not connected to the outside, avoiding contact between external moisture and the feed, and minimizing the possibility of the feed getting damp.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of aquaculture, and more particularly to a multifunctional aquaculture equipment. Background Technology

[0002] Aquaculture refers to a production method that involves artificially controlling the environment to breed, cultivate, and harvest aquatic organisms (such as fish, shrimp, shellfish, algae, etc.). In order to ensure the normal production of aquatic organisms during the aquaculture process, the farmed aquatic products need to be fed regularly.

[0003] For example, Chinese patent CN119174405A discloses an automatic feeder for aquaculture. It uses a rotating nozzle to feed a wide area, preventing feed from piling up and injuring aquatic organisms. An air pump sprays the feed into the aquaculture pond, and a storage hopper temporarily stores the feed. However, it has the following drawbacks: Since all feed is temporarily stored in a single storage hopper, when some feed needs to be discharged for feeding, the hopper is open to the outside, allowing moisture to enter and causing the feed to become damp and clump together, affecting the fish's feeding. Summary of the Invention

[0004] In order to overcome the shortcomings of existing feed feeding equipment, which easily allows external moisture to enter the storage bin when discharging feed, causing the undischarged feed to become damp and clump together, this invention provides a multifunctional aquaculture equipment.

[0005] Technical Solution: A multifunctional aquaculture equipment includes a storage bin and a feed inlet pipe; the storage bin is equipped with a feed inlet pipe for feeding feed; it also includes a ring plate, partition blocks, and a rotary drive component; the storage bin contains a ring plate; multiple partition blocks are equidistantly installed on the ring plate; the partition blocks divide the storage bin into multiple storage spaces; a rotary drive component is installed on the storage bin; the drive end of the rotary drive component is connected to the ring plate; a discharge port is provided at the bottom of the storage bin, and the partition blocks can block the discharge port; feed is stored separately in the multiple storage spaces separated by the partition blocks within the storage bin, and when feed from a single storage space is fed into the aquaculture pond, the other storage spaces remain closed.

[0006] To further explain, the internal space of the storage bin is cylindrical, and the multiple storage spaces within the storage bin that are divided by the partition block are fan-shaped.

[0007] To further explain, the annular plate is provided with a plurality of through slots at equal intervals, each through slot being aligned with a storage space; an air supply cylinder is installed inside the storage hopper, the outer wall of the air supply cylinder being attached to the inner wall of the annular plate; the air inlet of the air supply cylinder extends out of the storage hopper; an air outlet is provided through the bottom of the air supply cylinder, and when the air outlet is connected to one of the through slots, air can be supplied to the corresponding storage space.

[0008] To further explain, the annular plate has multiple through slots 2 evenly spaced in a ring; the partition block is hollow, and each partition block has an opening that communicates with one of the through slots 2; the air supply cylinder has multiple air inlets 2 evenly spaced in a ring, and the number of air inlets 2 is the same as the number of through slots 2; air in the air supply cylinder can enter the corresponding partition block through the air inlets 2 and the through slots 2.

[0009] To further explain, each of the partition blocks is equipped with an airbag, which is located within the storage space. The partition block is connected to the corresponding airbag, and the storage volume of the storage space is adjusted by the expansion of the airbag.

[0010] To further explain, an airbag is installed on each side of each of the partition blocks, and two airbags are distributed in each of the storage spaces.

[0011] To further explain, a discharge pipe is installed at the discharge port of the storage silo.

[0012] To further explain, an inclined tube is rotatably installed at the bottom of the discharge pipe, and a second rotary drive component is installed on the discharge pipe; the discharge pipe is connected to the inclined tube, and the drive end of the second rotary drive component is connected to the inclined tube, so that the inclined tube is rotated by the second rotary drive component to allow the feed to be rotated and discharged.

[0013] To further explain, a pressure monitoring instrument is installed inside the gas cylinder to monitor the internal air pressure.

[0014] To further explain, the edges of the separator are provided with sealing strips.

[0015] The beneficial effects are as follows: This invention achieves the goal of dividing the storage bin into multiple independent storage spaces by using partition blocks. When feeding, only one storage space is connected to the outside, while other feed that does not need to be discharged temporarily is stored in other storage spaces that are not connected to the outside, thus avoiding contact between external moisture and feed and minimizing the possibility of feed getting damp. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 The diagram shown is a three-dimensional structural schematic of the multifunctional aquaculture equipment of the present invention;

[0017] Figure 2 The diagram shown is a three-dimensional structural illustration of the internal structure of the storage silo of the present invention;

[0018] Figure 3 The diagram shows the separation state of the annular plate and the gas delivery cylinder of the present invention;

[0019] Figure 4 The diagram shown is a three-dimensional structural illustration of the internal structure of the gas cylinder of the present invention;

[0020] Figure 5 The diagram shows the state of the separator block being removed from the discharge port according to the present invention.

[0021] In the attached diagrams: 1-Storage bin, 101-Discharge port, 2-Inlet pipe, 3-Ring plate, 31-Through groove one, 32-Through groove two, 4-Divider block, 5-Rotary drive component one, 6-Air cylinder, 61-Air inlet one, 62-Air inlet two, 7-Airbag, 8-Discharge pipe, 9-Inclined pipe, 10-Rotary drive component two, 11-Air pressure monitor. Detailed Implementation

[0022] The technical solution of the present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0023] Example 1: A multifunctional aquaculture equipment, such as Figures 1-5 As shown, the storage silo includes a storage bin 1 and a feed pipe 2; the feed pipe 2 is installed through the side wall of the storage bin 1; it also includes a ring plate 3, partition blocks 4, and a rotary drive component 5; the ring plate 3 is installed at the center of the storage bin 1; multiple partition blocks 4 are fixedly installed at equal intervals on the outer ring surface of the ring plate 3 (four partition blocks 4 are shown as an example in the figure); the multiple partition blocks 4 divide the storage bin 1 into multiple storage spaces; the rotary drive component 5 is installed on the outer wall of the storage bin 1, and the rotary drive component 5 is a DD motor; the drive end of the rotary drive component 5 passes through the storage bin 1 and is connected to the ring plate 3; the storage bin 1 has a discharge port 101 at the bottom; the area of ​​the side of the partition block 4 that is close to the inner ring wall of the storage bin 1 is larger than that of the discharge port 101.

[0024] The internal space of the storage bin 1 is cylindrical, and the multiple storage spaces divided by the partition block 4 inside the storage bin 1 are fan-shaped, so that when the feed is discharged from the discharge port 101, it can gather downward along the inner arc surface of the storage bin 1.

[0025] The annular plate 3 has multiple through slots 31 that are equidistantly spaced in a ring. The number of through slots 31 is the same as the number of partition blocks 4. Each through slot 31 is located between two adjacent partition blocks 4 and is aligned with a storage space. An air supply cylinder 6 is installed in the center of the storage bin 1. The outer wall of the air supply cylinder 6 is attached to the inner wall of the annular plate 3. The air inlet of the air supply cylinder 6 extends out of the storage bin 1 and is connected to an external air pump. An air outlet 61 is provided through the bottom of the air supply cylinder 6.

[0026] The annular plate 3 has multiple through slots 32 that are equidistantly arranged in a ring, and the number of through slots 32 is the same as the number of partition blocks 4. The partition blocks 4 are hollow, and each partition block 4 has an opening that communicates with one of the through slots 32. The air supply cylinder 6 has multiple air inlets 62 that are equidistantly arranged in a ring, and the number of air inlets 62 is the same as the number of through slots 32.

[0027] Each of the partition blocks 4 is equipped with an airbag 7, which is located within the storage space, and the partition block 4 is connected to the corresponding airbag 7.

[0028] An airbag 7 is installed on each side of each of the partition blocks 4, and two airbags 7 are distributed in each of the storage spaces.

[0029] The airbag 7 can be made of a moisture-proof material (such as rubber-coated nylon cloth).

[0030] Example 2: Based on Example 1, such as Figures 1-5 As shown, a discharge pipe 8 is installed at the discharge port 101 of the storage bin 1.

[0031] The bottom end of the discharge pipe 8 is rotatably mounted with an inclined pipe 9, and a rotary drive component 2 10 is mounted on the discharge pipe 8. The rotary drive component 2 10 is a DD motor. The discharge pipe 8 is connected to the inclined pipe 9, and the drive end of the rotary drive component 2 10 is connected to the inclined pipe 9.

[0032] A pressure monitoring instrument 11 is installed inside the gas cylinder 6.

[0033] The edges of the partition block 4 are provided with sealing strips to isolate moisture.

[0034] The operating principle of the multifunctional aquaculture equipment of this invention:

[0035] First, the feed storage bin 1 of this invention is installed above the designated feeding point in the aquaculture pond and fixed using an external bracket. Workers feed an appropriate amount of feed into the feed storage bin 1 through the feed inlet pipe 2, and then seal the feed inlet pipe 2 with a rubber stopper or other sealing structure. In this invention, a partition block 4 is added inside the feed storage bin 1, using multiple partition blocks 4 (four partition blocks 4 are shown as an example in the figure) to divide the feed storage bin 1 into multiple independent storage spaces. The lowest partition block 4 seals the discharge port 101 of the feed storage bin 1. When the rotating drive component... When the ring plate 3 and the partition block 4 on it are rotated, multiple storage spaces are rotated. In the view of the figure, multiple storage spaces rotate counterclockwise. The position of the feed pipe 2 is the first storage space on the right side of the discharge port 101. When an appropriate amount of feed is put into the storage space by the feed pipe 2, the feeding stops. The rotation drive 5 is controlled to drive the ring plate 3 and the partition block 4 on it to rotate counterclockwise, so that the next storage space rotates to the position of the feed pipe 2, and then feed is put in again. In this way, an appropriate amount of feed can be put into multiple storage spaces respectively.

[0036] When it is necessary to feed the fish in the aquaculture pond, the rotating drive component 5 is controlled to drive the ring plate 3 and the partition blocks 4 on it to rotate counterclockwise, so that the lowest partition block 4 moves away from the discharge port 101. Figure 5 As shown, at this time, the discharge port 101 is connected to a storage space, allowing the feed in the storage space to fall from the discharge port 101 into the discharge pipe 8 and be discharged from the inclined pipe 9. At the same time, the rotation drive component 10 is controlled to drive the inclined pipe 9 to rotate, so that the position of the feed discharged from the inclined pipe 9 is in a circular trajectory, increasing the range of feed distribution and reducing the situation of fish crowding and competing. At this time, only one storage space is connected to the outside, while other feed that does not need to be discharged temporarily is stored in other storage spaces that are not connected to the outside. Thus, the present invention achieves the goal of dividing the storage bin 1 into multiple independent storage spaces by using the partition block 4. When feeding, only one storage space is connected to the outside, while other feed that does not need to be discharged temporarily is stored in other storage spaces that are not connected to the outside, avoiding contact between external moisture and feed and minimizing the possibility of feed getting damp. Furthermore, a fixed amount of feed is put into each of the multiple storage spaces, and the feed in one storage space is discharged at a time, which allows for a fixed amount of feed to be fed at one time, thereby enabling more precise control of the amount of feed fed at one time.

[0037] After a single feeding is completed, the control of the rotary drive component 5 drives the ring plate 3 and the partition block 4 on it to rotate counterclockwise. The next partition block 4 is used to continue to block the discharge port 101. Subsequently, multiple storage spaces can be aligned counterclockwise with the discharge port 101 one by one for feeding. The discharge principle is the same as above.

[0038] Furthermore, considering that the amount of feed given at one time is a fixed quantity, and the amount given varies at different times of the breeding process, the amount of feed to be stored in the independent storage space divided by the partition block 4 is fixed and can vary. When the amount of feed stored in the storage space is small, there is more empty space in the storage space, and external moisture is more likely to seep in. Therefore, in this invention, the partition block 4 is hollow, and an air supply cylinder 6 and an air bag 7 are added. The worker connects the air supply cylinder 6 to the external air pump in advance through a hose. After filling the multiple storage spaces with feed, as... Figure 2 As shown, at this time, the bottommost partition block 4 blocks the discharge port 101, and the air inlet 62 on the air cylinder 6 is connected to the through groove 32 on the ring plate 3 and the partition block 4. The external air pump is started to input air into the air cylinder 6. The air enters the air bladder 7 through the air inlet 62, through groove 32 and partition block 4, causing the air bladder 7 to inflate and fill the empty space in the storage space. A pressure monitor 11 is installed in the air cylinder 6 to monitor the air pressure in the air cylinder 6. The pressure value can be used to reflect the degree of expansion of the air bladder 7. The degree of expansion of the air bladder 7 can be adjusted according to the amount of feed stored in the storage space to minimize the empty space in the storage space and prevent external moisture from entering, thus minimizing the possibility of the feed getting damp.

[0039] Furthermore, a heating element can be installed on the external air pump to allow the air entering the partition block 4 and the air bag 7 to be hot air with a certain temperature, so that the temperature inside the storage bin 1 is moderate, further reducing the possibility of feed getting damp.

[0040] When feeding, first stop inflating the airbag 7 and let it return to its original state from the inflated state. Then control the rotating drive component 5 to drive the ring plate 3 and the partition block 4 on it to rotate counterclockwise, so that the bottom partition block 4 leaves the discharge port 101. During the rotation of the ring plate 3, the through groove 32 and the air inlet 62 gradually become misaligned until they are no longer connected. The air inlet 61 and the through groove 31 gradually change from a misaligned state to a connected state. When the feed falls from the discharge port 101, the external air pump can be started to inject air into the air cylinder 6. The air enters the storage space through the air inlet 61 and the through groove 31, pushing the feed out. Thus, with the assistance of the gas, the feed can be thrown a farther distance when it is discharged from the inclined tube 9.

[0041] Additionally, it should be noted that air inlet 1 61 and air inlet 2 62 are not on the same circumferential trajectory, and through slot 1 31 and through slot 2 32 are not on the same circumferential trajectory. Therefore, air inlet 1 61 can only be connected to through slot 1 31, and air inlet 2 62 can only be connected to through slot 2 32.

[0042] Furthermore, considering that if the discharge port 101 were fully opened, the discharge channel would be too large, causing the feed in the storage space to pile up and be discharged, which would be detrimental to the dispersed feeding of the feed, therefore... Figure 5 As shown, by controlling the rotation angle of the separator 4, the distance by which the bottom separator 4 moves away from the discharge port 101 is controlled, thereby adjusting the size of the discharge channel formed by the discharge port 101 and the storage space, allowing the feed to be discharged gradually through the small discharge channel, thus improving the dispersion of the feed discharge.

[0043] In addition, considering the different sizes of pelleted feed, the size of the discharge channel also needs to be adjusted accordingly. If the feed pellets are large, the distance that the bottom dividing block 4 is moved away from the discharge port 101 should be greater to make the discharge channel larger, and vice versa.

[0044] In addition, when using air to assist in the discharge of feed, if the discharge channel between the bottommost partition block 4 and the discharge port 101 is blocked, the air pumped into the air cylinder 6 will also be difficult to discharge. At this time, the air pressure monitoring instrument 11 can detect that the air pressure inside the air cylinder 6 has increased abnormally. Then, the bottommost partition block 4 can be controlled to rotate further, increasing the distance that the bottommost partition block 4 moves away from the discharge port 101, thereby increasing the width of the discharge channel and relieving the blockage. In this way, the size of the discharge channel can be controlled by adjusting the distance that the bottommost partition block 4 moves away from the discharge port 101.

[0045] Although the invention has been described with reference to exemplary embodiments, it should be understood that the invention is not limited to the disclosed exemplary embodiments. The scope of the following claims should be given the broadest interpretation so as to cover all variations and equivalent structures and functions.

Claims

1. A multifunctional aquaculture equipment, comprising a storage bin (1) and a feed inlet pipe (2); wherein the storage bin (1) is equipped with a feed inlet pipe (2) for feeding feed; characterized in that: It also includes a ring plate (3), a partition block (4) and a rotary drive component (5); the ring plate (3) is installed inside the storage bin (1); multiple partition blocks (4) are installed at equal intervals on the ring plate (3); the multiple partition blocks (4) divide the storage bin (1) into multiple storage spaces; a rotary drive component (5) is installed on the storage bin (1); the drive end of the rotary drive component (5) is connected to the ring plate (3); the bottom of the storage bin (1) is provided with a discharge port (101), and the partition block (4) can block the discharge port (101); the feed is stored separately in the multiple storage spaces separated by the partition block (4) in the storage bin (1), and when the feed in a single storage space is fed into the breeding pond, the other storage spaces are still in a closed state.

2. A multifunctional aquaculture equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The internal space of the storage bin (1) is cylindrical, and the multiple storage spaces divided by the partition block (4) inside the storage bin (1) are fan-shaped.

3. A multifunctional aquaculture equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The ring plate (3) is provided with a plurality of through slots (31) at equal intervals, and each through slot (31) is aligned with a storage space; an air supply cylinder (6) is installed in the storage bin (1), and the outer wall of the air supply cylinder (6) is attached to the inner wall of the ring plate (3); the air inlet of the air supply cylinder (6) extends out of the storage bin (1); an air delivery port (61) is provided through the bottom of the air supply cylinder (6), and when the air delivery port (61) is connected to a through slot (31), air can be delivered to the corresponding storage space.

4. A multifunctional aquaculture equipment according to claim 3, characterized in that: The ring plate (3) is provided with a plurality of through slots (32) at equal intervals in the ring; the partition block (4) is hollow and each partition block (4) is provided with an opening that communicates with one of the through slots (32); the air supply cylinder (6) is provided with a plurality of air inlets (62) at equal intervals in the ring, and the number of air inlets (62) is the same as the number of through slots (32); the air in the air supply cylinder (6) can enter the corresponding partition block (4) through the air inlets (62) and the through slots (32).

5. A multifunctional aquaculture equipment according to claim 4, characterized in that: Each of the partition blocks (4) is equipped with an airbag (7), which is located in the storage space. The partition block (4) is connected to the corresponding airbag (7), and the storage volume of the storage space is adjusted by the expansion of the airbag (7).

6. A multifunctional aquaculture equipment according to claim 5, characterized in that: Each of the partition blocks (4) has an airbag (7) installed on both sides, and two airbags (7) are distributed in each of the storage spaces.

7. A multifunctional aquaculture equipment according to any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that: The storage silo (1) is equipped with a discharge pipe (8) at the discharge port (101).

8. A multifunctional aquaculture equipment according to claim 7, characterized in that: The bottom end of the discharge pipe (8) is rotatably mounted with an inclined pipe (9), and a second rotary drive component (10) is mounted on the discharge pipe (8); the discharge pipe (8) is connected to the inclined pipe (9), and the drive end of the second rotary drive component (10) is connected to the inclined pipe (9). The second rotary drive component (10) drives the inclined pipe (9) to rotate so that the feed is rotated and discharged.

9. A multifunctional aquaculture equipment according to claim 5, characterized in that: The gas cylinder (6) is equipped with a pressure monitoring instrument (11) for monitoring the internal air pressure of the gas cylinder (6).

10. A multifunctional aquaculture equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The edges of the separator (4) are provided with sealing strips.

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