An automated farming apparatus system and business method
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- Application Number
- CN202510306798.0
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Applications(China)
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- Filing Date
- 2025-03-15
- Publication Date
- 2026-09-15
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然而,现有的自动化水产养殖系统在监测和控制溶解氧浓度方面仍存在不足,无法实时准确地反映养殖水体的溶解氧状况,从而影响了养殖生物的生长和存活率
1. 提高养殖效率与自动化程度,本发明通过集成多种智能设备(如无人车模块、养殖仓模块、健康管理检测模块等),实现了养殖过程的全程自动化,包括喂养、供水、供氧、环境调节、健康监测等,显著减少了人工干预,提高了养殖效率;系统能够实时监控养殖环境的各项指标,并根据数据反馈自动调整环境参数(如温度、湿度、氧气浓度等),确保最优的养殖条件,从而提高养殖产品的质量和产量;
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[0001] This invention relates to the field of aquaculture technology, and more specifically, to an automated aquaculture equipment system and business method. Background Technology
[0002] In aquaculture, traditional methods often rely on manual monitoring and management, which is not only inefficient but also makes it difficult to guarantee the stability of the aquaculture environment and the health of the farmed organisms. With technological advancements, automation has been gradually introduced into aquaculture to improve efficiency and product quality. However, existing automated aquaculture systems still have shortcomings in monitoring and controlling dissolved oxygen concentration, failing to accurately reflect the dissolved oxygen status of the aquaculture water in real time, thus affecting the growth and survival rate of farmed organisms. Summary of the Invention
[0003] In view of this, the present invention proposes an automated aquaculture equipment system and business method, aiming to improve aquaculture efficiency and product quality.
[0004] An automated aquaculture equipment system and business method, comprising: The system includes a breeding shed module, an unmanned vehicle module, a sales module, a health management and monitoring module, a safety monitoring system and alarm processing module, and a back-end server. The breeding shed module has multiple sheds for raising different types of animals, including poultry and aquatic animals. The poultry shed has multiple independent activity spaces and is equipped with temperature and humidity control systems and air circulation systems to maintain suitable temperature and humidity, ensuring the healthy growth of the poultry. The poultry shed also features an automated feeding system, oxygen supply module, water management module, and disease monitoring and health management module. It automatically feeds poultry according to their species and growth stage, ensuring feeding efficiency and accuracy. It provides a clean drinking water system and oxygen equipment to ensure the poultry receive sufficient water and oxygen. It is also equipped with biosensors and monitoring equipment to monitor the poultry's health status in real time, promptly detect diseases and intervene, and has an automatic drug dispensing device that automatically administers medication according to the detected health status. The poultry shed also has a hygiene and cleaning module to ensure the hygienic condition of the breeding environment, thereby improving the health of the farmed animals and reducing the risk of disease transmission. The aquaculture tanks are equipped with a water quality control system, a water circulation system, an automatic feeding system, and an environmental monitoring and regulation system. The water quality control system includes water temperature monitoring, pH adjustment, dissolved oxygen monitoring, and a water purification system to ensure a suitable aquatic environment for fish growth. The water circulation system uses multi-stage water circulation and purification equipment to ensure stable and clean water quality and prevent the spread of pathogens. The automatic feeding system automatically feeds fish at set times and in set quantities according to the density of the fish population and their feed requirements. The environmental monitoring and regulation system is equipped with water quality sensors, temperature and humidity control equipment, and an automated water flow regulation system to ensure stable water quality and maximize water conservation. It can automatically adjust the water flow rate according to the stocking density, water quality changes, and the growth stage of the aquatic animals to ensure stable dissolved oxygen levels and water quality. The health management and detection module includes a health monitoring function and a disease early warning and intelligent diagnosis system. The health monitoring function monitors the health status of farmed animals in real time, prevents diseases, improves animal growth efficiency, and ensures the safety of the farming process. Through the combination of multiple sensors, detection equipment, and intelligent algorithms, it can comprehensively analyze the health status of animals, promptly identify potential problems, and issue early warnings. The disease early warning and intelligent diagnosis system analyzes animal health data to automatically diagnose potential disease risks. The system combines vital sign data, behavioral data, and environmental data, and uses algorithmic models to determine the likelihood of diseases, providing early warnings and reducing the spread of diseases. For aquatic animals, the system can monitor changes in environmental parameters such as water quality, dissolved oxygen, and pH, and, combined with fish vital sign data, predict potential infectious diseases (such as white spot disease and hemorrhagic septicemia). For poultry, the system can identify problems such as influenza and avian diseases through parameters such as changes in body temperature and appetite. The system can not only monitor individual animals but also conduct health assessments of the entire group, identifying early signs of disease through flock behavior. The safety monitoring system and alarm processing module are responsible for monitoring the safety of the breeding environment and equipment, ensuring that there are no potential safety hazards during the breeding process, and taking effective measures quickly in case of abnormalities to prevent accidents; including equipment failure monitoring, environmental risk early warning, animal health and safety monitoring, and personnel and equipment safety assurance. The sales module includes a product display and selection module, an order processing and payment module, an inventory management and scheduling module, a product traceability and quality assurance module, and an automated delivery and after-sales service module. The sales module provides consumers with a clear and transparent product display, including information such as the types, specifications, and prices of farmed products. Consumers can place orders and complete transactions through smart terminals such as touchscreens, mobile apps, mini-programs, third-party partner platforms, and websites. The sales module can monitor product inventory in real time and automatically adjust product display information to avoid overselling or stockouts. Through data and sensors, it provides consumers with product origin and quality assurance information, enabling product traceability. The unmanned vehicle module includes a delivery module, a battery management system, a path planning module, an obstacle recognition module, and a speed control system. The delivery module is responsible for delivering farmed products from the production area to sales points or other designated locations. The battery management system monitors the battery's charge level, charging status, temperature, and other parameters in real time, providing feedback on the battery's health status. When the battery charge is lower than a predetermined value, the battery management system will notify the operator to charge or replace the battery. The battery includes direct power and backup power, and can also support solar panel charging to ensure the unmanned vehicle does not stop operating. When the unmanned vehicle decelerates or brakes, the battery management system can automatically recover some energy to extend the battery's lifespan. The path planning module dynamically plans the optimal path based on the task objectives and real-time environmental data, avoiding unnecessary detours or congested sections to ensure fast and efficient completion of delivery tasks. When the environment changes (such as obstacles, changes in traffic conditions, etc.), the path planning system will automatically adjust the path to ensure the unmanned vehicle safely reaches its destination. If there are multiple target locations to deliver to, the system can automatically plan multi-target paths and allocate them to the unmanned vehicle based on factors such as priority and distance. The backend server is responsible for managing, processing, and storing various types of data, coordinating the operation of various modules, and ensuring the stable and secure operation of the system. The backend server includes functions such as task scheduling, equipment control, and system monitoring, and supports front-end users, equipment managers, and operators to remotely control equipment. The backend server also includes a breeding database management module, which is responsible for managing and maintaining various types of data in the breeding process. Through effective data storage, analysis, and management, it ensures efficient, transparent, and intelligent operation of the breeding process.
[0005] Furthermore, the breeding pens module also includes sensors and monitoring equipment in each pens to monitor the animals' health status, environmental conditions, and feed and water usage in real time. The data is transmitted and analyzed in real time through an integrated system to ensure that the breeding environment is adjusted in a timely manner to meet the needs of different animals. Each breeding pens module is independently adjustable and can be customized or expanded as needed to support the simultaneous breeding of multiple animals. Functions can be optimized and modified according to the breeding needs of different animals. Multiple independent breeding pens systems can be collaboratively managed across animal species. Different types of farmed animals can be managed simultaneously within the same system, and the breeding conditions of each pens can be adjusted according to the specific breeding environment and data feedback to achieve the optimal breeding effect. Each poultry farming shed requires different water quality. The water supply system in the poultry farming shed is primarily for poultry drinking water, using methods such as drip systems, drinkers, and pipeline systems. Automated drinking water systems are commonly used in poultry farming to reduce human intervention and ensure clean and convenient drinking water for the poultry. The drinking water system includes a water treatment and filtration system. To prevent bacterial, pathogen, and impurity contamination of the water source, the water supply system in the poultry farming shed requires water purification treatment. Treatment methods include filtration, ultraviolet disinfection, and reverse osmosis technology. The filtration system can remove impurities, sediment, and harmful substances from the water, maintaining water quality. The aquaculture shed's water supply system uses a water circulation system, which can effectively utilize water resources and reduce... Water waste is addressed by filtering, purifying, and oxidizing water before it is reintroduced into the aquaculture system to maintain stable water quality. This also includes regulating factors such as water quality, dissolved oxygen, pH, and temperature. Dissolved oxygen is crucial for fish growth, and aeration equipment, including oxygen pumps, air stones, and bubble generators, ensures sufficient oxygen in the water. Water temperature is essential for the growth and health of aquatic animals, and a temperature control system, including temperature sensors, heaters, and cooling equipment, can adjust the water temperature in real time to ensure it remains within a suitable range. The water supply system needs to be equipped with pH monitoring equipment to automatically adjust the water's pH based on changes in water quality, preventing excessively high or low pH levels from causing stress or even death in fish.
[0006] Furthermore, the breeding shed module also includes a robotic arm device, which performs important tasks such as grasping, moving, feeding, and cleaning in the automated breeding system. For poultry (such as chickens, ducks, geese, etc.) and aquatic animals (such as fish, shrimp, crabs, etc.), the design and operation of the grasping tools equipped on the robotic arm differ. Poultry are typically large, moderately heavy, and agile. The robotic arm device is equipped with a visual recognition system that can identify the species, size, position, and movements of the poultry, helping to accurately determine the grasping timing. It is also equipped with sensors, a force feedback system, and path optimization, allowing the robotic arm to precisely adjust the grasping force. To prevent poultry injuries, the system utilizes AI algorithms to plan optimal paths, preventing escapes and excessive fright. The robotic arm is equipped with gripping and moving tools such as soft grippers, sensor-equipped pneumatic grippers, gripping frames, net bags, and ring grippers to handle animals of different sizes. The robotic arm also features a rotating platform or tray for easy movement of poultry. The tray has anti-slip properties, ensuring stable transport of poultry to designated locations and preventing motion sickness during transport. The robotic arm can be used in conjunction with automated vehicles to quickly transfer animals to different areas. Aquatic animals typically live in water, are small, soft, and slippery. The robotic arm device is equipped with an underwater vision recognition system, a water temperature and environmental control system, and automatic path planning and obstacle avoidance. It uses underwater high-definition cameras and sensors to accurately identify aquatic animals, especially in turbid waters, and can accurately locate target animals. Sensors monitor parameters such as water temperature, pH value, and dissolved oxygen to ensure environmental stability during the grasping and transportation process, preventing animals from being subjected to environmental stress. Based on real-time environmental changes in the water (such as water flow, obstacles, and other animals), the system can automatically adjust the path planning to avoid obstacles and optimize the grasping process. The grasping and moving tools of the robotic arm device can include suction cups, flexible net bags, mechanical claws, grasping clamps, and underwater towing devices. It can grasp different types of aquatic animals. With the underwater towing device, it can quickly drag aquatic animals out of the water for transportation, ensuring the health and safety of aquatic animals during the handling process.
[0007] Furthermore, the breeding shed module also includes a disinfection module and a sanitation cleaning module; The disinfection module is equipped with sterilization and disinfection equipment and automated disinfection equipment, which kill pathogens, bacteria, viruses and fungi in the breeding environment through various disinfection technologies to prevent the spread of diseases; The sanitation cleaning module is equipped with a waste collection system, a waste transfer system, and a precision cleaning scheduling system; the waste collection system monitors the accumulation of waste through sensors and automatically starts the cleaning system when a set threshold is reached; The waste transfer system regularly transfers the collected waste to a dedicated storage area or treatment facility, equipped with robotic arms or automated conveying systems; The aforementioned precision cleaning and scheduling system monitors the hygiene conditions inside the breeding shed in real time through sensors. The system automatically initiates cleaning tasks according to cleaning needs, ensuring that the environment is always kept clean.
[0008] Furthermore, in the safety monitoring system and alarm processing module, the equipment fault monitoring uses sensors and a data acquisition system to monitor the operating status of various equipment in real time, including but not limited to the operating status of automatic feeding systems, water supply systems, air conditioning systems, and power systems. The system can detect whether there are problems such as equipment failure, shutdown, or overload, ensuring the normal operation of the equipment; it also monitors the energy consumption of the breeding system, such as electricity, water, and gas, to ensure that energy consumption is within the normal range and to avoid energy waste; if abnormal energy consumption occurs, the system will issue an alarm and report it to the operator in a timely manner; the environmental safety monitoring system uses environmental sensors to monitor the temperature and humidity in the breeding chamber in real time and automatically adjusts it according to the set standards to ensure that the environment is maintained in the most suitable state; if abnormal temperature and humidity occur, the system will automatically issue an alarm. For poultry farming, gas sensors monitor the concentration of harmful gases such as carbon dioxide, ammonia, and methane in the air in real time to ensure that the air quality meets the health needs of the farmed animals. When the gas concentration exceeds the standard, the system will automatically start ventilation or exhaust equipment and notify the management personnel for further treatment. For aquaculture, water quality is a key factor affecting animal health. The system monitors indicators such as pH, dissolved oxygen, and ammonia nitrogen in the water to ensure that the water quality is maintained within a suitable range. If the water quality is abnormal, the system will start water purification equipment or adjust the water circulation system to avoid affecting the animals. The safety monitoring system and alarm processing module are integrated with cross-platform monitoring. Through the cloud platform, the farm can remotely monitor various safety data such as equipment, environment, and animal health. The cloud platform can also integrate various alarm systems to achieve cross-platform alarm and processing.
[0009] Furthermore, the sales module also includes a multi-channel sales and cross-platform integration module, and a payment and settlement module; The cross-platform integration module can connect the sales platform with third-party e-commerce platforms (such as Taobao, JD.com, Pinduoduo, etc.) and social platforms (such as WeChat, Douyin, Kuaishou, etc.), providing multiple purchase options. Consumers can view and purchase products on multiple platforms, and the data is synchronized to ensure the consistency of inventory and orders. Through the back-end management system, data such as orders, inventory, and customer information from different channels can be managed in a unified manner. The payment and settlement module supports multiple payment methods, including bank card payment, WeChat payment, Alipay, credit card, and online payment platforms (such as PayPal), to meet the payment needs of different consumers. It also supports installment payments and credit payments, providing installment payment and credit payment services for high-value products (such as high-end aquaculture breeds and customized products). The payment and settlement module also supports the system to automatically calculate order fees and provide real-time details such as shipping costs, discounts, and offers to ensure transparent pricing.
[0010] The sales module also includes a user account management module and a loyalty management module. Consumers can register and log in to their personal accounts to view historical orders, favorite products, manage payment information, etc. Membership levels can be set for long-term buyers, and different levels of exclusive services can be provided based on the amount or frequency of consumption, such as priority delivery, customized products, and exclusive discounts. Consumers can earn points by purchasing, participating in activities, and sharing on social media, and use these points to redeem coupons and products.
[0011] The sales module also includes a data analysis and reporting module, which includes real-time sales data monitoring, market trend analysis, and order and customer analysis. It can display data such as sales volume, inventory, and customer feedback in real time, helping managers to respond quickly to market changes. By analyzing consumer purchasing trends, preferences, and behaviors, it provides data support for marketing decisions, analyzes the purchasing habits of different consumer groups, and optimizes product display and marketing strategies.
[0012] Furthermore, the unmanned vehicle module and the breeding shed can be designed as an integrated unit, enabling integrated operation of breeding and sales; alternatively, the unmanned vehicle module and the breeding shed can be designed as separate units, which can increase the breeding scope. The breeding shed can be expanded to include the breeding and sales of multiple types of edible animals, supports modular transformation, and the unmanned vehicle undertakes dynamic tasks such as transportation and delivery to multiple breeding sheds. The breeding sheds can achieve environmental regulation and independent operation, achieving the goal of collaborative, efficient, and low-cost breeding.
[0013] Furthermore, the backend server is responsible for coordinating various tasks of the entire system, managing and processing data, controlling equipment, monitoring, alarming, and optimizing; the backend server ensures the stable operation of the system and provides remote control operation and maintenance; The back-end server is equipped with a database management system and a breeding database management module; the back-end server stores a large amount of data in real time, including environmental parameters (such as temperature, humidity, dissolved oxygen, etc.), animal growth data (such as weight, feed intake, etc.), equipment status data, etc. According to the system's needs, the back-end server can assign tasks to equipment such as breeding sheds, robotic arms, and unmanned vehicles. The tasks include automated feeding, cleaning, monitoring, and delivery, and the server monitors the execution status of each task to ensure that the tasks are completed as expected. The back-end server monitors the operating status of the equipment in real time through sensors, monitoring devices, and log data, and can detect equipment malfunctions and anomalies. Administrators can remotely control each device through the back-end server. The back-end server can synchronize data with the cloud, supporting cross-regional management and control. Through cloud access, administrators can remotely access and control the entire breeding system through mobile devices or computers.
[0014] Furthermore, the aquaculture database management module mainly includes data storage and management, data collection and transmission, data analysis and processing, and data backup and recovery. This module is responsible for storing all data during the aquaculture process, including animal growth records, environmental data (such as temperature, humidity, and water quality), feeding data, and health data. It employs efficient data storage methods to ensure long-term data preservation and efficient retrieval. All data is categorized and tagged according to animal species, aquaculture stage, and aquaculture area to facilitate subsequent management and retrieval. Records of different animal species or different aquaculture pens are clearly identified to avoid confusion. A distributed database architecture is adopted to optimize storage performance, query efficiency, and scalability, ensuring the system can handle massive amounts of data and maintain efficient operation.
[0015] Furthermore, the aforementioned automated aquaculture equipment system and business method include a trading platform, enabling a business model that allows for the direct sale and leasing of aquaculture equipment. S01. Equipment that can be sold or leased directly. The leasing is mainly for the practical use of the aquaculture industry. The entire aquaculture process has time cycle limitations, and there are also time limitations for completing a certain step of the aquaculture. All leasing periods are at least in units of weeks, months, quarters, and years, and fees are calculated at least weekly and paid in advance. S02. Rental users register on the trading platform to become aquaculture rental users. Aquaculture rental users can also accept orders and collect usage fees online according to demand information. S03. Animal husbandry rental users may choose animals from the animal husbandry database of this system for breeding. The breeding categories include, but are not limited to, small livestock breeding, poultry, freshwater aquaculture, and marine aquaculture. Users shall bear the costs of breeding water, salt and oxygen production materials, and electricity. The system also provides sales services for other breeding-related products except for electricity. S04. When the breeding is completed or the lease expires, the user will be notified in advance and the user's functional connection will be disconnected. The user can choose to continue to rent and use the product. If the user does not continue to pay for the use, the intelligent unmanned breeding shed and vehicle system will automatically return to the designated location. Before automatically returning to the designated location, the remaining nutrient solution, water and other substances in the vehicle will be automatically discharged, waiting for the next customer to use it. S05. After automatically returning to the designated position, the system will automatically clean the entire vehicle, thoroughly cleaning and disinfecting all breeding pens and water pipes.
[0016] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention are as follows: 1. Improving breeding efficiency and automation: This invention integrates various intelligent devices (such as unmanned vehicle modules, breeding silos, and health management and monitoring modules) to achieve full automation of the breeding process, including feeding, water supply, oxygen supply, environmental regulation, and health monitoring. This significantly reduces manual intervention and improves breeding efficiency. The system can monitor various indicators of the breeding environment in real time and automatically adjust environmental parameters (such as temperature, humidity, and oxygen concentration) based on data feedback to ensure optimal breeding conditions, thereby improving the quality and yield of the farmed products. 2. Precise health management and quality control: Through the health management and detection module, this invention can monitor the breeding environment in real time and automatically adjust environmental parameters (such as water temperature, water quality, oxygen content, etc.), while monitoring the health status of the aquaculture products, effectively preventing the spread of diseases and reducing breeding risks. The introduction of an intelligent disinfection and sanitation cleaning module automatically disinfects equipment and cleans the environment after each breeding cycle, greatly reducing the burden of manual cleaning and effectively ensuring the safety and hygiene of the products. 3. Product quality traceability and transparency: By combining IoT and big data technologies, this invention can achieve full-process traceability of aquaculture products, including information such as product type, origin, production process, and quality testing. Consumers can query product traceability information through smart terminals, improving product transparency and consumer trust. The system monitors the aquaculture environment and health data to promptly identify potential quality problems and take corresponding measures to ensure stable and reliable product quality. 4. Improve product sales efficiency and user experience through multi-platform sales and intelligent order processing: The sales module of this invention integrates multiple sales channels (such as apps, mini-programs, third-party platforms, touchscreens, etc.) to achieve unified management and intelligent order processing across platforms, greatly improving sales efficiency. Simultaneously, intelligent recommendations and personalized marketing increase sales opportunities and optimize user experience. The system monitors inventory in real time and automatically adjusts displayed information to avoid overselling or stockouts, ensuring more efficient inventory management. Furthermore, combined with an unmanned vehicle module, it enables automated order delivery, shortening delivery time and improving customer satisfaction. 5. Saving labor costs and optimizing resource allocation: Through the collaborative work of unmanned vehicle modules, automated breeding sheds, and health management and monitoring modules, this invention significantly reduces reliance on manual labor, optimizes resource allocation, reduces labor costs and operational risks, and the system can automatically monitor the operating status of equipment, provide early warnings of faults and perform maintenance, thereby reducing downtime caused by equipment failures and improving the overall system operating efficiency. 6. Supporting green environmental protection and sustainable development, this invention optimizes resource use and reduces energy consumption and environmental pollution by designing an efficient water circulation system and intelligently adjusting water quality and environmental parameters. At the same time, the system can track the carbon footprint of products and enhance sustainable development capabilities. 7. Flexible business models and operational management: The system of this invention supports multiple business models, such as self-operation, franchising, and leasing, and has flexible business expansion capabilities to adapt to different scales and types of breeding and sales needs. Through real-time analysis of consumer behavior, sales data, and inventory status, this invention provides enterprises with precise market decision support, helps optimize production and sales strategies, and improves the operational efficiency and profitability of enterprises.
[0017] 8. Through the coordinated operation of these modules, this invention can effectively improve aquaculture efficiency and the survival rate of aquatic animals, while reducing human intervention and lowering operating costs. Attached Figure Description
[0018] Various other advantages and benefits will become apparent to those skilled in the art upon reading the following detailed description of preferred embodiments. The accompanying drawings are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the invention. Furthermore, the same reference numerals denote the same parts throughout the drawings. In the drawings: Figure 1 This is a structural block diagram of an automated aquaculture system provided in an embodiment of the present invention. Detailed Implementation
[0019] Exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure will now be described in more detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. While exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure are shown in the drawings, it should be understood that the present disclosure may be implemented in various forms and should not be limited to the embodiments set forth herein. Rather, these embodiments are provided to enable a more thorough understanding of the present disclosure and to fully convey the scope of the disclosure to those skilled in the art. It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, embodiments and features in the embodiments of the present invention can be combined with each other. The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.
[0020] See Figure 1 As shown in some embodiments of this application, this embodiment provides an automated aquaculture equipment system and a commercial method, including: The system includes a breeding shed module, an unmanned vehicle module, a sales module, a health management and monitoring module, a safety monitoring system and alarm processing module, and a back-end server. In this embodiment, the breeding shed module has multiple sheds for raising different types of animals, including poultry sheds and aquatic sheds. The poultry shed has multiple independent activity spaces and is equipped with a temperature and humidity control system and an air circulation system to maintain suitable temperature and humidity and ensure the healthy growth of poultry. The poultry shed is also equipped with an automated feeding system, an oxygen supply module, a water source management module, and a disease monitoring and health management module. It is also equipped with biosensors and monitoring equipment to monitor the health status of poultry in real time, detect diseases in a timely manner and intervene, and has an automatic drug dispensing device to automatically administer drugs according to the detected health status. The poultry shed is also equipped with a hygiene and cleaning module to ensure the hygiene of the breeding environment, thereby improving the health level of the farmed animals and reducing the risk of disease transmission. Specifically, poultry barns are equipped with sufficient space for movement to prevent overcrowding and health problems; heating, cooling, and humidity control systems ensure suitable temperature and humidity levels, optimizing the poultry's growth environment; air circulation systems guarantee fresh air, reducing the accumulation of harmful gases and enhancing the poultry's health; and feed distribution is automatically adjusted according to the species and growth stage of the poultry to ensure precise feeding. The system intelligently adjusts feed allocation based on the animals' growth process, avoiding overfeeding or underfeeding, thereby optimizing feed use and improving feeding efficiency. Automated control not only improves feeding efficiency but also precisely controls feed usage, reducing the cost of raising poultry. Cost reduction and improved resource utilization; the oxygen supply module provides poultry with sufficient oxygen, especially in high-density farming environments. Oxygen can be delivered directly to each section of the farming cabin via a pipeline system, or released into the air via an air diffuser. For densely populated areas or poultry with special health needs, localized oxygen supply is used; for example, sick or weak poultry may require centralized oxygen supply and special treatment through independent oxygen delivery devices. In some advanced automated farming systems, the carbon dioxide exhaled by poultry during activity can be used to feed back into the oxygen recovery system, reducing energy consumption and optimizing oxygen supply. A clean drinking water system is provided to ensure poultry have access to clean water at all times. To prevent diseases caused by water pollution, a water filtration and purification system removes large particulate impurities such as silt and weeds, preventing pollutants from directly entering the water tank. Deep purification is achieved using activated carbon, ultraviolet disinfection, and reverse osmosis membranes to remove harmful substances, bacteria, viruses, heavy metals, etc., and water quality is monitored in real time to ensure the water source meets poultry drinking water standards. Sensors and biological monitoring equipment monitor the poultry's health status in real time, enabling timely detection and intervention of diseases. An automatic medication dispensing device automatically administers medication as needed and in the correct dosage based on the poultry's health monitoring data, ensuring maximum effectiveness at the correct time and dosage. Through automated devices (such as drug delivery pumps and drip irrigation systems), precise drug delivery is ensured, avoiding drug waste or overuse. Automated vaccination of poultry can also be performed, reducing manual operation and improving the accuracy and efficiency of vaccine injection. The hygiene and cleaning module can regularly clean and disinfect poultry breeding pens, including the ground, drinking water system, feed troughs, and air filtration system, to remove accumulated dust, feces, and other pollutants. Regular cleaning of the breeding environment reduces the risk of disease transmission. Through an intelligent temperature and humidity control system, suitable air humidity and temperature are maintained to reduce the proliferation of bacteria caused by humid or overheated air, keeping the air fresh and the environment hygienic, thereby improving the health of poultry.
[0021] In this embodiment, the aquaculture tank is equipped with a water quality control system, a water circulation system, an automatic feeding system, and an environmental monitoring and regulation system. The water quality control system includes water temperature monitoring, pH adjustment, dissolved oxygen monitoring, and a water purification system to ensure a suitable aquatic environment for fish growth. The water circulation system employs multi-stage water circulation and purification equipment to ensure stable and clean water quality and prevent the spread of pathogens. The automatic feeding system automatically feeds fish at set times and in measured quantities based on the density of the fish population and their feed requirements. The environmental monitoring and regulation system is equipped with water quality sensors, temperature and humidity control equipment, and an automated water flow regulation system to ensure stable water quality and maximize water conservation. It can automatically adjust the water flow rate according to the stocking density, water quality changes, and the growth stage of the aquatic animals to ensure stable dissolved oxygen levels and water quality. Specifically, the water quality control system is a core component of aquaculture tanks, ensuring a suitable water environment to promote the healthy growth of aquatic animals. Among them, the water temperature monitoring system is equipped with temperature sensors to monitor the water temperature in real time and ensure that the water temperature is maintained within the range most suitable for fish growth. Temperatures that are too high or too low will affect the metabolism, growth, and immune system of aquatic animals. Based on the data from the water temperature sensors, the automated temperature control system can adjust the water temperature through heaters or cooling devices to ensure a comfortable growth environment for aquatic animals. The system includes several key components: pH adjustment, a pH sensor that monitors the water's pH level in real time to ensure the aquatic environment remains within a suitable acid-base range; excessively high or low pH levels can lead to respiratory and digestive problems in fish, and even cause disease; and an automatic pH adjustment system that adjusts the pH level based on sensor data, maintaining water quality within the target range by adding acid or alkali. Dissolved oxygen monitoring, a dissolved oxygen sensor that monitors the concentration of dissolved oxygen in the water, ensures fish live in an environment with sufficient oxygen, and prevents growth restriction or death due to oxygen deficiency. An oxygen injection system that automatically adjusts the oxygen pump and bubble generator based on real-time oxygen concentration to replenish dissolved oxygen in the water and maintain adequate dissolved oxygen levels. A water purification system that uses high-efficiency filtration equipment to remove suspended solids, particulate matter, and harmful substances such as fish excrement and leftover feed, employs chemical and biological filtration equipment, such as activated carbon, ultraviolet sterilization devices, and biological filters, to remove harmful substances such as ammonia nitrogen, nitrates, and phosphorus, maintaining clean and stable water quality. The water circulation system aims to maintain the cleanliness and stability of the water quality while conserving water resources. It features multi-stage water circulation, where the water is circulated and filtered within the aquaculture tank to ensure effective purification of the water in each cycle. The system can provide local water flow and global water circulation as needed to optimize water flow and prevent the accumulation of pollutants in localized areas of the water. The system uses ultraviolet lamps to sterilize the water, eliminating bacteria, viruses, and other microorganisms to prevent aquatic animals from being infected. Through equipment such as biofilters, microorganisms decompose harmful substances in the water, such as ammonia nitrogen, reducing water pollution. The system is equipped with sensors to monitor water quality in real time, ensuring stability and cleanliness. Based on monitoring data, it automatically adjusts the water circulation rate to maintain water quality stability. The automatic feeding system provides feed precisely, on time, and in precise quantities according to the needs and growth of the aquatic animals. The system automatically calculates and adjusts the feeding amount based on the species, density, rearing stage, and feed consumption of the aquatic animals, ensuring that each fish receives sufficient nutrition. The feeding system can automatically feed at set times, avoiding overfeeding or feed waste. The feeding system is equipped with feed supply monitoring equipment to ensure an adequate supply of feed and provides real-time feedback on the amount of feed given. The environmental monitoring and control system uses multiple sensors to monitor environmental changes in the aquaculture tank in real time and automatically adjusts relevant parameters to ensure that aquatic animals grow in the optimal environment. The water quality sensor is used to monitor several important indicators such as dissolved oxygen, pH value, and temperature, ensuring that the water quality always meets the growth requirements of aquatic animals. The temperature and humidity control equipment automatically controls the water temperature and humidity to ensure a stable breeding environment and avoid sudden environmental changes that could affect the health of aquatic animals. The automated water flow regulation system automatically adjusts the water flow rate based on factors such as water quality changes and breeding density to ensure the stability of dissolved oxygen and water quality. Based on data analysis, the system adjusts the water flow speed, dissolved oxygen concentration, temperature, and humidity in real time to optimize the aquaculture environment to the greatest extent possible.
[0022] In this embodiment, the health management and detection module includes a health monitoring function and a disease early warning and intelligent diagnosis system. The health monitoring function monitors the health status of farmed animals in real time, prevents diseases, improves animal growth efficiency, and ensures the safety of the farming process. Through the combination of multiple sensors, detection devices, and intelligent algorithms, it can comprehensively analyze the health status of animals, promptly detect potential problems, and issue early warnings. The system can not only monitor individual animals but also conduct health assessments of the entire group, identifying early signs of disease through cluster behavior. Specifically, the health management and monitoring module monitors the health status of farmed animals in real time, equipped with various sensors and detection devices to ensure animals are in optimal growth condition, reduce disease incidence, and improve farming efficiency. Using devices such as temperature sensors, heart rate monitors, weight monitors, and motion sensors, it continuously tracks the animals' physiological state. For example, by monitoring physiological parameters such as body temperature changes, respiratory rate, and heart rate, it can identify whether animals are in an abnormal state. Through cameras and a behavior analysis system, it monitors the animals' activity levels, appetite, and sleep patterns, promptly detecting behavioral abnormalities and predicting potential health problems in advance. Based on big data and artificial intelligence algorithms, the system can identify early health problems and take necessary measures through automated control systems, such as adjusting the environment and optimizing feeding programs, to reduce the risk of disease. The disease early warning and intelligent diagnosis system, through in-depth analysis of farmed animal health data combined with environmental data, can intelligently predict potential disease risks and issue early warnings, helping managers take appropriate measures before disease spreads. For aquatic animals, the health monitoring system, in addition to monitoring animal vital signs, also includes real-time monitoring of water quality to ensure that the impact of the aquatic environment on animal health is minimized.
[0023] In this embodiment, the safety monitoring system and alarm processing module are responsible for monitoring the safety of the breeding environment and equipment, ensuring that there are no potential safety hazards during the breeding process, and taking effective measures quickly to prevent accidents in the event of abnormalities; including equipment failure monitoring, environmental risk early warning, animal health and safety monitoring, and safety assurance for personnel and equipment; Specifically, the system uses sensors and smart devices to monitor the real-time operating status of aquaculture equipment, such as temperature control systems, oxygen supply systems, automatic feeding systems, and water quality monitoring equipment. If equipment malfunctions (e.g., a faulty temperature and humidity control system or a water supply system outage), the system will immediately detect it and issue an alarm. Through equipment status data analysis, the system can intelligently diagnose the type and cause of the malfunction and promptly issue alarm messages, prompting operators to take repair or replacement measures. Equipment malfunctions can be graded and warned according to their severity, ensuring that management personnel can respond quickly based on the level of urgency. Environmental risk monitoring primarily focuses on the safety of the aquaculture environment, such as temperature... The system can monitor and issue early warnings in real time for factors such as temperature fluctuations, gas leaks, and water pollution, preventing environmental problems from threatening animal health. It monitors environmental parameters such as temperature, humidity, carbon dioxide concentration, ammonia concentration, air quality, and water quality (pH, dissolved oxygen, ammonia nitrogen, etc.). When these parameters exceed the set safety range, the system will automatically alarm and initiate emergency procedures, such as turning on the ventilation system, adjusting temperature and humidity, adjusting water flow, or adding water purifiers. For aquatic animals, the system pays special attention to changes in water quality. When water quality parameters (such as dissolved oxygen, pH, etc.) change drastically, the system will automatically issue an alarm and adjust environmental conditions to ensure suitable living conditions for aquatic animals. Animal health and safety monitoring aims to promptly detect health problems in farmed animals, prevent the spread of diseases and animal deaths, and ensure the safety of the entire farming process. It monitors the physiological status of poultry or aquatic animals in real time, such as body temperature, heart rate, respiratory rate, activity level, and appetite. When the system detects abnormalities in animal health data (e.g., elevated body temperature, decreased appetite), it immediately alarms and activates health intervention mechanisms, such as automatically adjusting the environment, changing feeding plans, or administering treatment through medication delivery devices. Combining animal health data and environmental parameters, the system can intelligently diagnose potential disease risks and issue alarms. Through data analysis, the system can proactively identify potential risks such as influenza and avian diseases and provide diagnostic suggestions to operators, reducing the risk of disease spread. When the system detects faults, abnormalities, or safety hazards, it automatically triggers emergency response procedures, such as adjusting temperature and humidity, activating backup equipment, and switching water sources. For major safety issues (such as fires or equipment malfunctions), the system will notify management personnel through alarms and initiate corresponding emergency operations. Alarm handling procedure: Once an alarm is triggered, the system will first take automatic actions, such as activating backup equipment, adjusting the environment, and shutting down faulty equipment. At the same time, the system will push the alarm information to the relevant personnel to help them respond in a timely manner. The alarm information includes a detailed fault diagnosis report, emergency handling measures, and suggestions. For situations requiring manual intervention, the system will provide a detailed fault report and solutions to help operators quickly locate the problem and take action.
[0024] In this embodiment, the sales module includes a product display and selection module, an order processing and payment module, an inventory management and scheduling module, a product traceability and quality assurance module, and an automated delivery and after-sales service module. The sales module provides consumers with a clear and transparent product display, including information such as the types, specifications, and prices of farmed products. Consumers can place orders and complete transactions through smart terminals such as touchscreens, mobile apps, mini-programs, third-party partner platforms, and websites. The sales module can monitor product inventory in real time and automatically adjust product display information to avoid overselling or stockouts. Through data and sensors, it provides consumers with product origin and quality assurance information, enabling product traceability. Specifically, the sales module displays detailed information such as the types, specifications, and prices of farmed products to consumers, clearly categorized by type (e.g., poultry, aquatic products). Each product page displays detailed specifications, prices, options (e.g., weight, breed), and origin. The product display interface can also include images, videos, and descriptions of farming methods to increase consumer confidence. Consumers can view and purchase products via touchscreens, mobile apps, mini-programs, or through channels integrated with third-party platforms (e.g., Taobao, JD.com). The system supports cross-platform data synchronization, ensuring consistency in product information, prices, and inventory across all platforms. After a user selects a product, the system automatically generates an order and confirms it based on the selected product and consumer information (e.g., delivery address). Multiple payment methods are provided, including bank card payments, WeChat Pay, Alipay, credit cards, and PayPal, supporting one-click payment and installment payments, particularly suitable for installment payments on high-priced goods, offering more flexible payment options. After a successful transaction, inventory is updated in real time, and product display information is adjusted according to inventory changes.
[0025] In this embodiment, the sales module also includes a user account management module and a loyalty management module; it also includes a data analysis and reporting module, which includes real-time sales data monitoring, market trend analysis, and order and customer analysis; it can display sales, inventory, customer feedback and other data in real time to help managers respond quickly to market changes; Specifically, the user account management module allows consumers to register and log in to their personal accounts to view historical orders, favorite products, and manage payment information; different levels of membership services are set for long-term buyers based on their spending amount or frequency, such as priority delivery, customized products, and exclusive discounts; and points are accumulated through purchases, participation in activities, and social sharing, which can be redeemed for coupons and products. The loyalty management module provides consumers with personalized offers and exclusive services to improve user loyalty; it also provides users with different levels of benefits and preferential policies based on metrics such as purchase frequency and amount. Enhance consumers' long-term purchasing motivation through points and membership tier management; The data analysis and reporting module monitors sales data, market trends, orders, and customer data in real time, providing comprehensive analysis reports; it displays key data such as sales volume, inventory, and customer feedback, helping managers respond quickly to market changes; it analyzes consumer purchasing trends, preferences, and behaviors, providing data support for marketing decisions; and it analyzes the purchasing habits of different consumer groups to optimize product presentation and marketing strategies, thereby improving sales performance. Cross-platform integration and multi-channel sales: By connecting with mainstream e-commerce platforms and social media platforms, the sales module can synchronize product information, inventory, order data and other data across multiple platforms. This can help merchants expand their sales channels, reach more consumers, and ensure that order data and inventory information remain consistent across platforms, avoiding issues such as overselling or inventory conflicts.
[0026] In this embodiment, the robotic arm device in the automated aquaculture system undertakes important tasks such as grasping, moving, feeding and cleaning; for poultry (such as chickens, ducks, geese, etc.) and aquatic animals (such as fish, shrimp, crabs, etc.), the design and operation of the grasping tools equipped on the robotic arm are different; Specifically, the robotic arm device for poultry (such as chickens, ducks, geese, etc.) is equipped with a visual recognition system that can identify the species, size, position, and movements of the poultry, helping to accurately determine the timing of grasping. It is also equipped with sensors, a force feedback system, and path optimization, allowing the robotic arm to precisely adjust the grasping force to avoid injury to the poultry. Using AI algorithms, the system can plan the optimal path to prevent escape and avoid excessive fright. The robotic arm device is equipped with grasping and moving tools such as soft grippers, sensor-equipped pneumatic grippers, grasping frames, net bags, and ring-shaped grippers to grasp animals of different sizes. The soft grippers are made of soft materials (such as rubber or polyurethane) to avoid hard collisions and crushing injuries during grasping. During grasping, the grippers provide sufficient force to stabilize the animal without causing excessive pressure. The sensor-equipped pneumatic gripper controls the grasping force through air pressure, adjusting the pressure in real time according to the animal's size and grasping needs to ensure that the poultry is not grasped too tightly, causing injury. For larger poultry or group movement, frame-like grasping tools such as net bags can be used. The net bag design can wrap the poultry to prevent escape and avoid crushing the animals. Ring-shaped grasping devices can be used in some special applications to grasp poultry around their chest or body, and the opening and closing of the tool can be adjusted to ensure a secure grasp. The robotic arm device is equipped with a rotating platform or tray, which allows for easy movement of poultry. The tray has an anti-slip function, which can smoothly transport poultry to the designated location and prevent animals from becoming dizzy during transportation. The robotic arm can be used in conjunction with automated carts to quickly transfer animals to different areas. Poultry handling procedure: (01) Location recognition: Use visual sensors and depth sensors to locate the position and status of poultry; (02) Grasping action: The robotic arm grasps poultry using soft grippers or pneumatic gripping devices to avoid injury; (03) Stable transportation: Use pallets or rotating platforms to move poultry to designated locations or transport vehicles; (04) Release animals: After reaching the target location, the robotic arm releases or slides the gripping tool to place the poultry in the target area.
[0027] Aquatic animals typically live in water, are small, soft, and slippery. The robotic arm device is equipped with an underwater vision recognition system, a water temperature and environmental control system, and automatic path planning and obstacle avoidance. It uses underwater high-definition cameras and sensors to accurately identify aquatic animals, especially in turbid waters, where it can accurately locate target animals. Sensors monitor parameters such as water temperature, pH value, and dissolved oxygen to ensure environmental stability during the grasping and transportation process, preventing animals from being subjected to environmental stress. Based on real-time environmental changes in the water (such as water flow, obstacles, and other animals), the system can automatically adjust path planning to avoid obstacles and optimize the grasping process. The grasping and moving tools equipped by the robotic arm device can include suction cups, flexible net bags, mechanical claws, grasping clamps, and underwater towing devices. Suction cups are the most commonly used tool for grasping aquatic animals (such as fish and shellfish). Through negative pressure adsorption, suction cups can firmly grasp aquatic animals onto the robotic arm. Suction cups are particularly suitable for animals with smooth surfaces such as fish and shrimp. Flexible net bags are ideal for larger aquatic animals (such as large fish and lobsters). The net bags can be quickly deployed in the water to wrap the animals. The net bags are generally made of soft and wear-resistant materials that can adapt to the shape of aquatic animals. For aquatic animals with hard shells, such as crabs, robotic arms can be equipped with finely adjustable grippers to gently grasp or pick up these animals. The opening and closing force of the grippers is controlled by sensors to avoid injury. Grasping clamps are typically used for specific types of aquatic animals (such as crabs or shellfish), using clamps to lock onto the shell for movement. Telescopic gripping arms are used in deeper aquaculture environments, allowing for the grasping of aquatic animals in deeper waters. When combined with underwater towing devices, aquatic animals can be quickly dragged out of the water for transport, ensuring their health and safety during handling. Aquatic animal handling procedures: (01) Location and identification: Locate the aquatic animals using an underwater vision system and identify their species and size; (02) Grasping: Use suction cups or flexible net bags or other tools to securely grasp aquatic animals; (03) Stable transportation: The captured aquatic animals are transported to the target location by a mobile system of underwater transport vehicles or robotic arms; (04) Release: Release the captured animals to a designated area, such as a breeding pod or transport vehicle, depending on the environment and needs.
[0028] In this embodiment, the aquaculture database module is responsible for multiple functions, including data collection, storage, analysis, management, backup, and intelligent decision support. By integrating various data processing technologies and intelligent analysis tools, it can provide aquaculture managers with real-time data monitoring, disease early warning, production optimization, and decision support, thereby improving aquaculture efficiency, reducing risks, and increasing profits. In this embodiment, the unmanned vehicle module includes a delivery module, a battery management system, a path planning module, an obstacle recognition module, and a speed control system. The delivery module is responsible for delivering farmed products from the production area to sales points or other designated locations. The battery management system monitors the battery's charge level, charging status, temperature, and other parameters in real time, providing feedback on the battery's health status. When the battery charge is lower than a predetermined value, the battery management system notifies the operator to charge or replace the battery. The battery includes direct power and backup power, and can also support solar panel charging to ensure the unmanned vehicle does not stop operating. When the unmanned vehicle decelerates or brakes, the battery management system can automatically recover some energy to extend the battery's lifespan. The path planning module dynamically plans the optimal path based on the task objective and real-time environmental data, avoiding unnecessary detours or congested sections to ensure fast and efficient completion of delivery tasks. When the environment changes (such as obstacles, changes in traffic conditions, etc.), the path planning system automatically adjusts the path to ensure the unmanned vehicle safely reaches its destination. If there are multiple target locations to deliver to, the system can automatically plan multi-target paths and allocate them to the unmanned vehicle based on factors such as priority and distance. Understandably, the delivery module transports products from the production area to the target location based on order information or designated tasks. Delivery routes, times, and target locations are automatically planned and assigned to unmanned vehicles by the system. If there are multiple delivery tasks or target locations, the system can rationally arrange them to ensure delivery order. The system automatically plans the optimal route based on task objectives (such as delivery destination and time requirements) and current environmental data (such as traffic conditions and weather), reducing unnecessary detours and traffic congestion. If multiple target locations need to be delivered, the system can automatically plan multi-target routes based on priority, distance, and other factors, and intelligently allocate tasks to different unmanned vehicles to ensure efficient completion of delivery tasks. During delivery, the obstacle recognition module is equipped with various sensors such as LiDAR, cameras, and ultrasonic sensors to monitor the surrounding environment in real time, including various obstacles such as buildings, equipment, pedestrians, and others. Vehicles and other autonomous vehicles utilize image processing and deep learning technologies to identify different types of obstacles, including both static and dynamic obstacles, such as their size, shape, and movement. When the system detects an obstacle, the autonomous vehicle can automatically take appropriate avoidance measures, such as slowing down, stopping, or turning, to ensure safe passage. The Battery Management System (BMS) monitors the vehicle's battery status in real time, ensuring sufficient power during operation and preventing shutdowns due to battery issues. It monitors key parameters such as battery charge, charging status, and temperature to ensure the battery remains in a safe operating condition. The BMS analyzes this data to predict battery lifespan and issues warnings when battery problems occur, activating backup batteries when power is low. Autonomous vehicles can be equipped with solar panels to charge the battery using solar energy, reducing reliance on external power sources and improving energy efficiency.
[0029] In this embodiment, the breeding shed module further includes a disinfection module and a sanitation cleaning module; the disinfection module is equipped with sterilization and disinfection and automated disinfection equipment, which uses various disinfection technologies to kill pathogens, bacteria, viruses and fungi in the breeding environment to prevent the spread of diseases; It is understood that the sanitation cleaning module is equipped with a waste collection system, a waste transfer system, and a precision cleaning scheduling system; the waste collection system monitors the accumulation of waste through sensors and automatically starts the cleaning system when a set threshold is reached; The waste transfer system regularly transfers the collected waste to a dedicated storage area or treatment facility, equipped with a robotic arm or automated conveying system; the precision cleaning and scheduling system monitors the hygiene conditions inside the breeding shed in real time through sensors, and automatically starts cleaning tasks according to cleaning needs to ensure that the environment is always kept clean.
[0030] In this embodiment, the backend server is responsible for managing, processing and storing various types of data, coordinating the operation of various modules, and ensuring the stable and secure operation of the system. The backend server includes functions such as task scheduling, device control, and system monitoring, and supports front-end users, device managers, and operators to remotely control devices. Specifically, the backend server stores a large amount of data in real time, including environmental parameters (such as temperature, humidity, dissolved oxygen, etc.), animal growth data (such as weight, feed intake, etc.), and equipment status data. Based on system needs, the backend server can assign tasks to equipment such as breeding pens, robotic arms, and unmanned vehicles. These tasks include automated feeding, cleaning, monitoring, and delivery, and the server monitors the execution status of each task to ensure they are completed as expected. Through sensors, monitoring equipment, and log data, the backend server monitors the operating status of the equipment in real time and can detect equipment malfunctions and anomalies. Administrators can remotely control each device through the backend server. The backend server can synchronize data with the cloud, supporting cross-regional management and control. Through cloud access, administrators can remotely access and control the entire breeding system via mobile devices or computers.
[0031] In this embodiment, the backend server also includes a breeding database management module, which mainly includes data storage and management, data collection and transmission, data analysis and processing, and data backup and recovery. The breeding database management module is responsible for storing all data in the breeding process, including animal growth records, environmental data (such as temperature, humidity, water quality, etc.), feeding data, health data, etc., and adopts an efficient data storage method to ensure long-term data preservation and efficient querying. Specifically, all data is categorized and tagged according to different dimensions (such as animal species, breeding stage, breeding area, environmental factors, etc.). For example, data on poultry is stored separately, while data on aquatic animals is managed separately to avoid data confusion. Data is collected in real time through various sensors installed in the breeding environment (such as temperature and humidity sensors, water quality monitoring sensors, health monitoring sensors, etc.). The system can continuously monitor the growth, health status, and environmental changes of animals. The system processes real-time data, including analyzing environmental data (such as temperature, humidity, water quality, oxygen concentration, etc.) and animal health data (such as body temperature, weight, and activity level, etc.). By combining historical and real-time data, the system can identify potential health risks, environmental changes, and other factors, and issue early warnings. For example, by analyzing changes in water temperature and water quality, the system can predict the health status of aquatic animals; by analyzing poultry vital signs data, it can identify early signs of diseases such as influenza. The system regularly backs up key data in the database to ensure that important data is not lost due to unexpected events (such as hardware failure, system crash, etc.).
[0032] In this embodiment, the breeding pens and the unmanned vehicle module work collaboratively. The breeding pens and the unmanned vehicle module can be designed to work collaboratively or separately to support a wider breeding area. The unmanned vehicle undertakes tasks such as transportation, feeding, and monitoring of multiple breeding pens, while the breeding pens achieve independent operation and environmental regulation functions. The system supports modular transformation, which can flexibly increase the number or type of breeding pens, and even expand to the breeding of multiple types of edible animals to meet different breeding needs. Through the collaborative operation of unmanned vehicles and breeding pens, not only is the breeding process automated, but operating costs are also greatly reduced and breeding efficiency is improved.
[0033] In this embodiment, the automated aquaculture equipment system and business method include a trading platform, enabling a business model for directly selling and leasing aquaculture equipment. S01. Equipment that can be sold or leased directly. The leasing is mainly for the practical use of the aquaculture industry. The entire aquaculture process has time cycle limitations, and there are also time limitations for completing a certain step of the aquaculture. All leasing periods are at least in units of weeks, months, quarters, and years, and fees are calculated at least weekly and paid in advance. S02. Rental users register on the trading platform to become aquaculture rental users. Aquaculture rental users can also accept orders and collect usage fees online according to demand information. S03. Animal husbandry rental users may choose animals from the animal husbandry database of this system for breeding. The breeding categories include, but are not limited to, small livestock breeding, poultry, freshwater aquaculture, and marine aquaculture. Users shall bear the costs of breeding water, salt and oxygen production materials, and electricity. The system also provides sales services for other breeding-related products except for electricity. S04. When the breeding is completed or the lease expires, the user will be notified in advance and the user's functional connection will be disconnected. The user can choose to continue to rent and use the product. If the user does not continue to pay for the use, the intelligent unmanned breeding shed and vehicle system will automatically return to the designated location. Before automatically returning to the designated location, the remaining nutrient solution, water and other substances in the vehicle will be automatically discharged, waiting for the next customer to use it. S05. After automatically returning to the designated position, the system will automatically clean the entire vehicle, thoroughly cleaning and disinfecting all breeding pens and water pipes.
[0034] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present invention and not to limit it. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the above embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications or equivalent substitutions can still be made to the specific implementation of the present invention. Any modifications or equivalent substitutions that do not depart from the spirit and scope of the present invention should be covered within the scope of protection of the claims of the present invention.
Claims
1. An automated aquaculture equipment system and business method, characterized in that, include: The system includes a breeding shed module, an unmanned vehicle module, a sales module, a health management and monitoring module, a safety monitoring system and alarm processing module, and a back-end server. The breeding shed module has multiple sheds for raising different types of animals, including poultry and aquatic animals. The poultry shed has multiple independent activity spaces and is equipped with temperature and humidity control systems and air circulation systems to maintain suitable temperature and humidity, ensuring the healthy growth of the poultry. The poultry shed also features an automated feeding system, oxygen supply module, water management module, and disease monitoring and health management module. It automatically feeds poultry according to their species and growth stage, ensuring feeding efficiency and accuracy. It provides a clean drinking water system and oxygen equipment to ensure the poultry receive sufficient water and oxygen. It is also equipped with biosensors and monitoring equipment to monitor the poultry's health status in real time, promptly detect diseases and intervene, and has an automatic drug dispensing device that automatically administers medication according to the detected health status. The poultry shed also has a hygiene and cleaning module to ensure the hygienic condition of the breeding environment, thereby improving the health of the farmed animals and reducing the risk of disease transmission. The aquaculture tanks are equipped with a water quality control system, a water circulation system, an automatic feeding system, and an environmental monitoring and regulation system. The water quality control system includes water temperature monitoring, pH adjustment, dissolved oxygen monitoring, and a water purification system to ensure a suitable aquatic environment for fish growth. The water circulation system uses multi-stage water circulation and purification equipment to ensure stable and clean water quality and prevent the spread of pathogens. The automatic feeding system automatically feeds fish at set times and in set quantities according to the density of the fish population and their feed requirements. The environmental monitoring and regulation system is equipped with water quality sensors, temperature and humidity control equipment, and an automated water flow regulation system to ensure stable water quality and maximize water conservation. It can automatically adjust the water flow rate according to the stocking density, water quality changes, and the growth stage of the aquatic animals to ensure stable dissolved oxygen levels and water quality. The health management and detection module includes a health monitoring function and a disease early warning and intelligent diagnosis system. The health monitoring function monitors the health status of farmed animals in real time, prevents diseases, improves animal growth efficiency, and ensures the safety of the farming process. Through the combination of multiple sensors, detection equipment, and intelligent algorithms, it can comprehensively analyze the health status of animals, promptly identify potential problems, and issue early warnings. The disease early warning and intelligent diagnosis system analyzes animal health data to automatically diagnose potential disease risks. The system combines vital sign data, behavioral data, and environmental data, and uses algorithmic models to determine the likelihood of diseases, providing early warnings and reducing the spread of diseases. For aquatic animals, the system can monitor changes in environmental parameters such as water quality, dissolved oxygen, and pH, and, combined with fish vital sign data, predict potential infectious diseases (such as white spot disease and hemorrhagic septicemia). For poultry, the system can identify problems such as influenza and avian diseases through parameters such as changes in body temperature and appetite. The system can not only monitor individual animals but also conduct health assessments of the entire group, identifying early signs of disease through flock behavior. The safety monitoring system and alarm processing module are responsible for monitoring the safety of the breeding environment and equipment, ensuring that there are no potential safety hazards during the breeding process, and taking effective measures quickly in case of abnormalities to prevent accidents from occurring. This includes equipment failure monitoring, environmental risk early warning, animal health and safety monitoring, and personnel and equipment safety assurance; The sales module includes a product display and selection module, an order processing and payment module, an inventory management and scheduling module, a product traceability and quality assurance module, and an automated delivery and after-sales service module. The sales module provides consumers with a clear and transparent product display, including information such as the types, specifications, and prices of farmed products. Consumers can place orders and complete transactions through smart terminals such as touchscreens, mobile apps, mini-programs, third-party partner platforms, and websites. The sales module can monitor product inventory in real time and automatically adjust product display information to avoid overselling or stockouts. Through data and sensors, it provides consumers with product origin and quality assurance information, enabling product traceability. The unmanned vehicle module includes a delivery module, a battery management system, a path planning module, an obstacle recognition module, and a speed control system. The delivery module is responsible for delivering farmed products from the production area to sales points or other designated locations. The battery management system monitors the battery's charge level, charging status, temperature, and other parameters in real time, providing feedback on the battery's health status. When the battery charge is lower than a predetermined value, the battery management system will notify the operator to charge or replace the battery. The battery includes direct power and backup power, and can also support solar panel charging to ensure the unmanned vehicle does not stop operating. When the unmanned vehicle decelerates or brakes, the battery management system can automatically recover some energy to extend the battery's lifespan. The path planning module dynamically plans the optimal path based on the task objectives and real-time environmental data, avoiding unnecessary detours or congested sections to ensure fast and efficient completion of delivery tasks. When the environment changes (such as obstacles, changes in traffic conditions, etc.), the path planning system will automatically adjust the path to ensure the unmanned vehicle safely reaches its destination. If there are multiple target locations to deliver to, the system can automatically plan multi-target paths and allocate them to the unmanned vehicle based on factors such as priority and distance. The backend server is responsible for managing, processing, and storing various types of data, coordinating the operation of various modules, and ensuring the stable and secure operation of the system. The backend server includes functions such as task scheduling, equipment control, and system monitoring, and supports front-end users, equipment managers, and operators to remotely control equipment. The backend server also includes a breeding database management module, which is responsible for managing and maintaining various types of data in the breeding process. Through effective data storage, analysis, and management, it ensures efficient, transparent, and intelligent operation of the breeding process.
2. The automated aquaculture equipment system and business method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The breeding pens module also includes sensors and monitoring equipment in each pens to monitor the animals' health status, environmental conditions, and feed and water usage in real time. The data is transmitted and analyzed in real time through an integrated system to ensure that the breeding environment is adjusted in a timely manner to meet the needs of different animals. Each breeding pens module is independently adjustable and can be customized or expanded as needed to support the simultaneous breeding of multiple animals. Functions can be optimized and modified according to the breeding needs of different animals. Multiple independent breeding pens systems can be collaboratively managed across animal species. Different types of farmed animals can be managed simultaneously within the same system, and the breeding conditions of each pens can be adjusted based on the specific breeding environment and data feedback to achieve the optimal breeding effect. Each poultry farming shed requires different water quality. The water supply system in the poultry farming shed is primarily for poultry drinking water, using methods such as drip systems, drinkers, and pipeline systems. Automated drinking water systems are commonly used in poultry farming to reduce human intervention and ensure clean and convenient drinking water for the poultry. The drinking water system includes a water treatment and filtration system. To prevent bacterial, pathogen, and impurity contamination of the water source, the water supply system in the poultry farming shed requires water purification treatment. Treatment methods include filtration, ultraviolet disinfection, and reverse osmosis technology. The filtration system can remove impurities, sediment, and harmful substances from the water, maintaining water quality. The aquaculture shed's water supply system uses a water circulation system, which can effectively utilize water resources and reduce... Water waste is addressed by filtering, purifying, and oxidizing water before it is reintroduced into the aquaculture system to maintain stable water quality. This also includes regulating factors such as water quality, dissolved oxygen, pH, and temperature. Dissolved oxygen is crucial for fish growth, and aeration equipment, including oxygen pumps, air stones, and bubble generators, ensures sufficient oxygen in the water. Water temperature is essential for the growth and health of aquatic animals, and a temperature control system, including temperature sensors, heaters, and cooling equipment, can adjust the water temperature in real time to ensure it remains within a suitable range. The water supply system needs to be equipped with pH monitoring equipment to automatically adjust the water's pH based on changes in water quality, preventing excessively high or low pH levels from causing stress or even death in fish.
3. The automated farming apparatus system and commercial method of claim 1, wherein, The breeding shed module also includes a robotic arm device, which performs important tasks such as grasping, moving, feeding, and cleaning in the automated breeding system. The design and operation of the grasping tools on the robotic arm differ for poultry (such as chickens, ducks, geese, etc.) and aquatic animals (such as fish, shrimp, crabs, etc.). Poultry are typically large, moderately heavy, and agile. The robotic arm device is equipped with a vision recognition system that can identify the species, size, position, and movements of the poultry, helping to accurately determine the grasping timing. It is also equipped with sensors, a force feedback system, and path optimization, allowing the robotic arm to precisely adjust the grasping force and avoid... To prevent poultry injuries, the system utilizes AI algorithms to plan optimal routes, avoiding escapes and excessive fright. The robotic arm is equipped with gripping and moving tools such as soft grippers, sensor-equipped pneumatic grippers, gripping frames, net bags, and ring grippers to handle animals of different sizes. The robotic arm also features a rotating platform or tray for easy movement of poultry. The tray has anti-slip properties, ensuring stable transport of poultry to designated locations and preventing motion sickness during transport. The robotic arm can be used in conjunction with automated carts to quickly transfer animals to different areas. Aquatic animals typically live in water, are small, soft, and slippery. The robotic arm device is equipped with an underwater vision recognition system, a water temperature and environmental control system, and automatic path planning and obstacle avoidance. It uses underwater high-definition cameras and sensors to accurately identify aquatic animals, especially in turbid waters, and can accurately locate target animals. Sensors monitor parameters such as water temperature, pH value, and dissolved oxygen to ensure environmental stability during the grasping and transportation process, preventing animals from being subjected to environmental stress. Based on real-time environmental changes in the water (such as water flow, obstacles, and other animals), the system can automatically adjust the path planning to avoid obstacles and optimize the grasping process. The grasping and moving tools of the robotic arm device can include suction cups, flexible net bags, mechanical claws, grasping clamps, and underwater towing devices. It can grasp different types of aquatic animals. With the underwater towing device, it can quickly drag aquatic animals out of the water for transportation, ensuring the health and safety of aquatic animals during the handling process.
4. The automated farming apparatus system and commercial method of claim 1, wherein, The breeding shed module also includes a disinfection module and a sanitation cleaning module; The disinfection module is equipped with sterilization and disinfection equipment and automated disinfection equipment, which kill pathogens, bacteria, viruses and fungi in the breeding environment through various disinfection technologies to prevent the spread of diseases; The sanitation cleaning module is equipped with a waste collection system, a waste transfer system, and a precision cleaning scheduling system; the waste collection system monitors the accumulation of waste through sensors and automatically starts the cleaning system when a set threshold is reached; The waste transfer system regularly transfers the collected waste to a dedicated storage area or treatment facility, equipped with robotic arms or automated conveying systems; The aforementioned precision cleaning and scheduling system monitors the hygiene conditions inside the breeding shed in real time through sensors. The system automatically initiates cleaning tasks according to cleaning needs, ensuring that the environment is always kept clean.
5. The automated aquaculture equipment system and business method according to claim 1, characterized in that, In the aforementioned safety monitoring system and alarm processing module, the equipment fault monitoring system monitors the operating status of various equipment in real time through sensors and a data acquisition system. This includes, but is not limited to, the operating status of automatic feeding systems, water supply systems, air conditioning systems, and power systems. The system can detect whether there are equipment malfunctions, shutdowns, or overloads, ensuring the normal operation of the equipment. It also monitors the energy consumption of the aquaculture system, such as electricity, water, and gas, ensuring that energy consumption is within normal range and avoiding energy waste. If abnormal energy consumption occurs, the system will issue an alarm and promptly report it to the operators. The environmental safety monitoring system monitors the temperature and humidity inside the aquaculture chamber in real time through environmental sensors and automatically adjusts according to set standards to ensure the environment remains in the most suitable state. If abnormal temperature or humidity occurs, the system will automatically issue an alarm. In poultry farming, gas sensors monitor the concentration of harmful gases such as carbon dioxide, ammonia, and methane in the air in real time to ensure that the air quality meets the health needs of the farmed animals. When the gas concentration exceeds the standard, the system will automatically activate ventilation or exhaust equipment and notify the management personnel for further handling. For aquaculture, water quality is a key factor affecting animal health. The system monitors indicators such as pH, dissolved oxygen, and ammonia nitrogen in the water to ensure that the water quality is maintained within a suitable range. If the water quality is abnormal, the system will activate water purification equipment or adjust the water circulation system to avoid affecting the animals. The safety monitoring system and alarm handling module are integrated with cross-platform monitoring. Through the cloud platform, farms can remotely monitor various safety data such as equipment, environment, and animal health. The cloud platform can also integrate various alarm systems to achieve cross-platform alarm and handling.
6. The automated aquaculture equipment system and business method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The sales module also includes a multi-channel sales and cross-platform integration module, and a payment and settlement module; The cross-platform integration module can connect the sales platform with third-party e-commerce platforms (such as Taobao, JD.com, Pinduoduo, etc.) and social platforms (such as WeChat, Douyin, Kuaishou, etc.), providing multiple purchase options. Consumers can view and purchase products on multiple platforms, and the data is synchronized to ensure the consistency of inventory and orders. The back-end management system allows for unified management of data such as orders, inventory, and customer information from different channels. The payment and settlement module supports multiple payment methods, including bank card payment, WeChat payment, Alipay, credit card, and online payment platforms (such as PayPal), to meet the payment needs of different consumers. It also supports installment payments and credit payments, providing installment payment and credit payment services for high-value products (such as high-end aquaculture breeds and customized products). The payment and settlement module also supports the system to automatically calculate order fees and provide real-time details such as shipping costs, discounts, and offers to ensure transparent pricing. The sales module also includes a user account management module and a loyalty management module. Consumers can register and log in to their personal accounts to view historical orders, favorite products, manage payment information, etc. Membership levels can be set for long-term buyers, and different levels of exclusive services can be provided based on the amount or frequency of consumption, such as priority delivery, customized products, and exclusive discounts. Consumers can earn points through purchases, participation in activities, and social sharing, and use them to redeem coupons, products, etc. The sales module also includes a data analysis and reporting module, which includes real-time sales data monitoring, market trend analysis, and order and customer analysis. It can display data such as sales volume, inventory, and customer feedback in real time, helping managers to respond quickly to market changes. By analyzing consumer purchasing trends, preferences, and behaviors, it provides data support for marketing decisions, analyzes the purchasing habits of different consumer groups, and optimizes product display and marketing strategies.
7. The automated farming apparatus system and commercial method of claim 1, wherein, The unmanned vehicle module and the breeding shed can be designed as an integrated unit, enabling integrated operation of breeding and sales; alternatively, the unmanned vehicle module and the breeding shed can be designed as separate units, which can increase the breeding scope. The breeding shed can be expanded to include the breeding and sales of multiple types of edible animals, supports modular transformation, and the unmanned vehicle undertakes dynamic tasks such as transportation and delivery to multiple breeding sheds. The breeding sheds can achieve environmental regulation and independent operation, achieving the goal of collaborative, efficient, and low-cost breeding.
8. The automated farming apparatus system and commercial method of claim 1, wherein, The back-end server is responsible for coordinating various tasks of the entire system, managing and processing data, controlling equipment, monitoring, alarming, and optimizing; the back-end server ensures the stable operation of the system and provides remote control operation and maintenance; The back-end server is equipped with a database management system and a breeding database management module; the back-end server stores a large amount of data in real time, including environmental parameters (such as temperature, humidity, dissolved oxygen, etc.), animal growth data (such as weight, feed intake, etc.), equipment status data, etc. According to the system's needs, the back-end server can assign tasks to equipment such as breeding sheds, robotic arms, and unmanned vehicles. The tasks include automated feeding, cleaning, monitoring, and delivery, and the server monitors the execution status of each task to ensure that the tasks are completed as expected. The back-end server monitors the operating status of the equipment in real time through sensors, monitoring devices and log data, and can detect equipment faults, abnormalities and other problems. Administrators can remotely control each device through the backend server; the backend server can synchronize data with the cloud, support cross-regional management and control, and through cloud access, administrators can remotely access and control the entire breeding system through mobile devices or computers.
9. The automated farming apparatus system and commercial method of claim 8, wherein, The aquaculture database management module mainly includes data storage and management, data collection and transmission, data analysis and processing, and data backup and recovery. This module is responsible for storing all data during the aquaculture process, including animal growth records, environmental data (such as temperature, humidity, and water quality), feeding data, and health data. It employs efficient data storage methods to ensure long-term data preservation and efficient retrieval. All data is categorized and tagged according to animal species, aquaculture stage, and aquaculture area to facilitate subsequent management and retrieval. Records for different animal species or different aquaculture pens will be clearly identified to avoid confusion. By adopting a distributed database architecture, storage performance, query efficiency, and scalability are optimized to ensure that the system can handle massive amounts of data and maintain high-efficiency operation.
10. The automated farming apparatus system and commercial method of claim 1, wherein, The aforementioned automated aquaculture equipment system and business method include a trading platform, enabling the direct sale and leasing of aquaculture equipment as a business model. S01. Equipment that can be sold or leased directly. The leasing is mainly for the practical use of the aquaculture industry. The entire aquaculture process has time cycle limitations, and there are also time limitations for completing a certain step of the aquaculture. All leasing periods are at least in units of weeks, months, quarters, and years, and fees are calculated at least weekly and paid in advance. S02. Rental users register on the trading platform to become aquaculture rental users. Aquaculture rental users can also accept orders and collect usage fees online according to demand information. S03. Animal husbandry rental users may choose animals from the animal husbandry database of this system for breeding. The breeding categories include, but are not limited to, small livestock breeding, poultry, freshwater aquaculture, and marine aquaculture. Users shall bear the costs of breeding water, salt and oxygen production materials, and electricity. The system also provides sales services for other breeding-related products except for electricity. S04. When the breeding is completed or the lease expires, the user will be notified in advance and the user's functional connection will be disconnected. The user can choose to continue to rent and use the product. If the user does not continue to pay for the use, the intelligent unmanned breeding shed and vehicle system will automatically return to the designated location. Before automatically returning to the designated location, the remaining nutrient solution, water and other substances in the vehicle will be automatically discharged, waiting for the next customer to use it. S05. After automatically returning to the designated position, the system will automatically clean the entire vehicle, thoroughly cleaning and disinfecting all breeding pens and water pipes.