An ultra-low volume sprayer application monitoring and data sharing system and method

Abstract

The application provides an ultra-low volume sprayer pesticide application monitoring and data sharing system and method, which stores the collected monitoring data online through a cloud server, processes, displays and views working parameters in real time through a mobile terminal, remotely controls the working state of the sprayer, and shares data with a big data monitoring platform. The system comprises an ultra-low volume sprayer and an intelligent monitoring system, the intelligent monitoring system comprises an intelligent monitoring module, a cloud server, a mini program / mobile terminal APP, a monitoring platform, a GNSS module, a 4G network module and an Internet of Things card; the intelligent monitoring module realizes communication and collaborative work among components of the sprayer, records and processes data in real time according to signals fed back by the components and geographic information fed back by the GNSS module; the recorded data is uploaded to the cloud server for storage through the 4G network module; the mobile terminal remotely and in real time views equipment parameter information and the working state through the mini program / mobile terminal APP; and the cloud server is connected to the monitoring platform.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of ultra-low volume sprayers and their related technologies in hygiene and epidemic prevention, pest control in livestock farms, and agricultural and forestry pest control. Specifically, it relates to an ultra-low volume sprayer application monitoring and data sharing system and method. Background Technology

[0002] Ultra-low volume (ULV) spraying is an effective method for public health disinfection, pest and disease control in livestock farms, and agricultural and forestry pest and disease control. It uses high wind pressure and high wind speed to thoroughly break down the pesticide solution into micron-sized droplets, offering advantages such as small droplet size, long spray distance, long dwell time, and high diffusion rate.

[0003] However, most sprayers on the market currently operate in standalone mode, capable only of spraying without any data recording functionality. Some sprayers can record data, but this is limited to memory cards (such as SD cards), resulting in significant lag. Data can only be retrieved via computer after application, which is extremely inconvenient. Furthermore, the data is only in text form; for example, GNSS locations are merely latitude and longitude values. They cannot directly visualize maps and tracks, nor can they provide real-time, convenient monitoring of application location and status. They also cannot communicate with monitoring big data platforms in real time, failing to achieve true intelligent monitoring and data sharing. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide an ultra-low volume sprayer application monitoring and data sharing system that can monitor the working status and parameters of the sprayer in real time.

[0005] The present invention also aims to provide a data sharing method for ultra-low volume sprayers, which can store the collected monitoring data online through a cloud server, process, display, and view the working parameters and remotely control the working status of the sprayer in real time through a mini program or APP application, and share the data with a big data monitoring platform.

[0006] To achieve the above technical objectives, the present invention provides the following solution:

[0007] An ultra-low volume sprayer application monitoring and data sharing system includes an ultra-low volume sprayer and an intelligent monitoring system. The sprayer includes a main body, a fan assembly, a pump assembly, a gear assembly, a flow control assembly, and a battery module. The intelligent monitoring system includes an intelligent monitoring module, a cloud server, a mini-program / mobile APP, a monitoring platform, a GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) module, a 4G network module, and an IoT card.

[0008] The gear assembly is used to control the fan to operate in different speed ranges, the medicine pump assembly is used to spray out the medicine liquid, and the flow control assembly is used to control the output flow of the medicine pump assembly.

[0009] The IoT SIM card provides data traffic for the entire system; the 4G network module is used to communicate with the cloud server; and the GNSS module is used for positioning and receiving geographical information from the device.

[0010] The fan assembly, the medicine pump assembly, the flow control assembly, and the battery module are all electrically connected to the intelligent monitoring module and operate under the control of the intelligent monitoring module.

[0011] The aforementioned ultra-low volume sprayer application monitoring and data sharing system further includes a safety control system, a liquid level monitoring system, and a mixing system. The liquid level monitoring system detects the liquid level or volume in the tank and feeds it back to the intelligent detection module. The mixing system continuously or intermittently stirs and mixes the liquid in the tank to prevent precipitation or stratification. The safety control system controls whether the intelligent detection module is in operation.

[0012] The aforementioned ultra-low volume sprayer application monitoring and data sharing system includes a monitoring platform that includes the disease control department's regulatory platform.

[0013] A method for monitoring and sharing data from ultra-low volume (ULV) sprayers includes the aforementioned ULV sprayer monitoring and data sharing system. An intelligent monitoring module enables communication and collaborative operation between the sprayer's components, and records and processes data in real time based on signals from each component and geographic information from the GNSS module. The recorded data is uploaded to a cloud server for storage in real time via a 4G network module and an IoT card. Each intelligent monitoring module is assigned a unique identification code, which can be bound to a mini-program / mobile app to enable real-time remote viewing of device parameters and operating status on a mobile device. Access ports and permissions are granted through the cloud server to connect to the monitoring platform and share device data in real time.

[0014] The above-mentioned ultra-low volume sprayer application monitoring and data sharing method includes the following data recorded and processed in real time by the intelligent monitoring module: equipment working status (standby, running, offline); running time (daily running time, cumulative running time); application amount (daily application amount, cumulative application amount); GNSS path and trajectory during operation; and summary information calculated for each application record, including the start time, start longitude, start latitude, end time, end longitude, end latitude, and application amount for that time period.

[0015] The above-mentioned method for monitoring and sharing ultra-low volume sprayer application data also includes the following data recorded and processed in real time by the intelligent monitoring module: battery parameters including voltage and power, alarm records including communication status of each component, motor current, GNSS signal, 4G signal, real-time pesticide quantity in the sprayer, and recorded curves of historical application data.

[0016] The above-mentioned method for monitoring and sharing data of ultra-low volume sprayers is based on a two-way communication mode. The mobile terminal or monitoring platform can send control commands, which are transmitted to the intelligent monitoring module through the cloud server, thereby realizing remote control of the ultra-low volume sprayer.

[0017] The aforementioned method for monitoring and sharing ultra-low volume sprayer application data also includes a dosage calculation module in the mini-program / mobile app, which calculates the dosage based on different pesticides, water usage, pesticide dilution ratios, and the target application area.

[0018] In the aforementioned method for monitoring and sharing the application of ultra-low volume sprayers, the control signals generated by the gear assembly and the blower assembly are synchronously fed back to the intelligent detection module; the control signals generated by the flow control assembly and the pump assembly, as well as the encoder signal or Hall sensor signal generated by the pump, are synchronously fed back to the intelligent detection module; the battery module is used to power the entire device and feeds back the battery parameters to the intelligent detection module.

[0019] The aforementioned method for monitoring and sharing pesticide application using ultra-low volume sprayers ensures that the safety control system, gear assembly, fan assembly, flow control assembly, pesticide pump assembly, liquid level monitoring system, battery module, and mixing system all have communication capabilities with the intelligent monitoring module, enabling them to provide real-time feedback of working signals and parameters to the intelligent monitoring module.

[0020] The above-mentioned method for monitoring and sharing ultra-low volume sprayer application data allows data recorded on the cloud server to be viewed, downloaded, forwarded, or sent externally via email at any time through a mini-program or mobile app.

[0021] The above-mentioned method for monitoring and sharing ultra-low volume sprayer application allows users to view and download all or part of the recorded items through settings in the management backend.

[0022] The aforementioned method for monitoring and sharing ultra-low volume sprayer application data involves a WeChat-based mini-program and a mobile app based on Android, iOS, or HarmonyOS operating systems.

[0023] The above-mentioned method for monitoring and sharing data from ultra-low volume sprayers is compatible with, but not limited to, HTTP, TCP / IP, and MQTT ports and protocols in the intelligent monitoring system.

[0024] The beneficial effects of this invention are:

[0025] 1. This invention transforms the stand-alone, offline working mode of all components in a traditional sprayer into a system-online working mode, enabling each component to communicate in real time and feed back working parameters to the intelligent monitoring module. This transforms the sprayer into an integrated working system, achieving real-time monitoring and control of the entire sprayer workflow.

[0026] 2. This invention abandons the traditional data card (e.g., SD card) recording mode and directly uses a systematic working method integrating data collection, processing, transmission, storage, and sharing—a cloud server + 4G network module + intelligent monitoring module—to form an intelligent monitoring system. Traditional data cards cannot view data instantly or provide real-time adjustments; they are limited by storage space, resulting in a very limited amount of data that can be stored; once the storage is full, previous data needs to be manually cleared; data cards are small and easily damaged or lost in harsh environments such as pesticide application, causing data loss; each read of a data card requires a computer, making the operation cumbersome and lacking on-site portability; data is read after the fact, making it impossible to restore and correspond to each operation time period in real time, resulting in serious lag; it is impossible to remotely and in real-time view pesticide application data and equipment status; it is impossible to remotely control the equipment; it lacks data processing and computing capabilities, and can only simply store limited data; and it cannot share data in real time.

[0027] The data sharing system and method of this invention, based on a cloud server, a 4G network module, and an intelligent monitoring module, effectively avoids all the above-mentioned problems. The cloud server has no storage space limitations and can record all data throughout the equipment's lifespan; the data storage security and integrity are extremely high, unaffected by the application environment; data is uploaded to the cloud server in real time via the 4G network module; all operational information can be viewed in real time via a mobile app or mini-program; control commands can be sent remotely via the mini-program or mobile app to control the sprayer; the intelligent monitoring module and / or the mini-program / mobile app, through algorithm settings, can process and summarize historical data and provide feedback to the user to improve operational efficiency and quality.

[0028] 3. The data sharing system and method of this invention, through the ports and permissions opened on the cloud server, can share data to the monitoring platforms of relevant departments / units, thereby realizing the data-driven, visual, and intelligent requirements of operational processes and improving the level of public health services. The intelligent monitoring system is compatible with, but not limited to, ports and protocols such as HTTP, TCP / IP, and MQTT.

[0029] 4. The mini-program / mobile APP of this invention can identify the characteristics of the pesticide (formula, target of control, features, etc.) by scanning the pesticide registration certificate number or barcode on the pesticide bottle. By selecting the target of control and the dosage, it can automatically recommend the appropriate dilution ratio and automatically calculate the required amount of pesticide raw material, so as to achieve precise pesticide preparation and application. Attached Figure Description

[0030] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the working principle of an ultra-low volume sprayer application monitoring and data sharing system according to the present invention.

[0031] Figure 2 This is the interface 1 of the mini-program / mobile APP of this invention.

[0032] Figure 3 This is the interface 2 of the mini-program / mobile APP of this invention.

[0033] Figure 4 This is the interface 3 of the mini-program / mobile APP of this invention.

[0034] Figure 5 This is the interface 4 of the mini-program / mobile APP of this invention.

[0035] Figure 6 This is the interface 5 of the mini-program / mobile APP of this invention.

[0036] Figure 7 This is the interface 6 of the mini-program / mobile APP of this invention. Detailed Implementation

[0037] See Figure 1 The system shown is an ultra-low volume sprayer application monitoring and data sharing system, which includes an ultra-low volume sprayer and an intelligent monitoring system.

[0038] The sprayer includes a main body, a blower assembly, a drug pump assembly, a gear assembly, a flow control assembly, a safety control assembly, a liquid level monitoring system, a lithium battery module, and a drug mixing system; all components related to the ultra-low volume sprayer (blower assembly, drug pump assembly, gear assembly, flow control assembly, safety control assembly, liquid level monitoring system, lithium battery module, and drug mixing system) are mounted on the main body.

[0039] The intelligent monitoring system includes an intelligent monitoring module, a cloud server, a mini-program / mobile app, a monitoring platform, a GNSS module, a 4G network module, and an IoT card. The intelligent monitoring system is compatible with, but not limited to, HTTP, TCP / IP, and MQTT ports and protocols. Each intelligent monitoring module is configured with a 4G network module, a GNSS module, and an IoT card. Each intelligent monitoring module has a unique identification code (i.e., device number, see [link]). Figure 2 , 3 (as shown in the image).

[0040] The gear assembly is used to control the gears of the fan assembly (first gear, second gear, etc., different speeds). The control signals generated by the gear assembly and the fan assembly are synchronously fed back to the intelligent detection module.

[0041] The medicine pump assembly is used to spray out the medicine liquid. The medicine pump is driven by a medicine pump motor, which has an encoder or Hall sensor. The flow control assembly is used to control the output flow of the medicine pump assembly. The control signals generated by the flow control assembly and the medicine pump assembly, as well as the encoder signal or Hall sensor signal generated by the medicine pump, are synchronously fed back to the intelligent detection module.

[0042] The liquid level monitoring system is used to detect the liquid level or volume of medicine in the medicine tank and feed it back to the intelligent detection module.

[0043] The mixing system is used to continuously or intermittently stir and mix the liquid medicine in the medicine tank to prevent precipitation and stratification. It can be done manually or remotely.

[0044] The overall safety control is used to control whether the intelligent detection module is running.

[0045] The lithium battery module is used to power the entire device and feeds back the battery parameters to the intelligent detection module.

[0046] The IoT SIM card provides data traffic for the entire system; the 4G network module is used to communicate with the cloud server; and the GNSS module is used to locate and receive geographic information from the device, and is compatible with four satellite navigation systems: the US GPS, the Chinese BeiDou, the Russian GLONASS, and the EU Galileo.

[0047] The monitoring platform includes the regulatory platforms of disease control departments and health departments.

[0048] The fan assembly, pump assembly, flow control assembly, battery module, and mixing system are all electrically connected to the intelligent monitoring module and operate under its control. The safety control system, gear assembly, fan assembly, flow control assembly, pump assembly, level monitoring system, battery module, and mixing system all have communication capabilities with the intelligent monitoring module, enabling real-time feedback of operating signals and parameters. The safety control system, fan assembly, flow control assembly, pump assembly, and mixing system can all communicate bidirectionally with the intelligent monitoring module. Figure 1 The single-direction arrow indicates one-way communication, and the double-direction arrow indicates two-way communication. It receives control from the host computer: the intelligent monitoring module. Based on the two-way communication mode (between the intelligent monitoring module and the 4G network module, between the 4G network module and the cloud server, and between the cloud server and the mobile terminal or monitoring platform), the mobile terminal or monitoring platform can send control commands, which are transmitted to the intelligent monitoring module through the cloud server, thereby achieving remote control of the ultra-low volume sprayer.

[0049] Cloud servers, monitoring platforms, GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) modules, 4G network modules, and IoT cards are existing technologies.

[0050] Mini-programs can be WeChat-based applications; mobile apps are applications based on Android, iOS, or HarmonyOS operating systems. Data recorded on cloud servers can be viewed, downloaded, and forwarded locally in mini-programs or mobile apps at any time, and can also be sent externally via email.

[0051] The mini-program / mobile app also includes a pesticide dosage calculation module, used to calculate the dosage based on different pesticides, water usage, dilution ratios, and target organisms. For example, by scanning the pesticide registration number or barcode on the pesticide bottle, the module can identify the pesticide characteristics, select the target organism and dosage, automatically recommend a suitable dilution ratio, and automatically calculate the required amount of active pesticide.

[0052] like Figure 6 As shown, on the mini-program / mobile app interface, after scanning the pesticide registration certificate number or barcode on the pesticide bottle using the "Scan Pesticide" button, the display will show the pesticide name, associated image, applicable control targets, recommended dilution ratio, and other information. The operator can select the control target, fill in the specific water volume and dilution ratio, and click the "Start Calculation" button. The program will then calculate the recommended dosage of the pesticide (see...). Figure 7 ).

[0053] This method for monitoring and sharing pesticide application data using ultra-low volume sprayers utilizes the aforementioned ultra-low volume sprayer monitoring and data sharing system. The intelligent monitoring module enables communication and collaborative operation between the various components of the sprayer, and records and processes data in real time based on signals from each component and geographical information from the GNSS module. The recorded data is uploaded to a cloud server for storage in real time via a 4G network module and an IoT card. Each intelligent monitoring module is assigned a unique identification code, which can be bound to a mini-program / mobile app to enable real-time, remote viewing of device parameters and operating status on mobile devices (phones, tablets, etc.). Figure 2 As shown, different devices (corresponding to each sprayer) can be added on the mini-program / mobile APP interface, and information such as the working status, today's running time, pesticide application amount, GNSS signal, and 4G signal of each added device can be displayed.

[0054] Access ports and permissions can be opened through cloud servers to connect to monitoring platforms (such as the monitoring platforms of disease control departments) and share device data in real time.

[0055] The intelligent monitoring module records and processes the following data in real time: equipment working status (standby, running, offline); running time (daily running time, cumulative running time); pesticide application amount (daily application amount, cumulative application amount); GNSS path and trajectory during operation; summary information calculated for each pesticide application record (start time, start longitude, start latitude, end time, end longitude, end latitude, pesticide application amount for each application); battery parameters (voltage, power); alarm records (communication status of each component, motor current, GNSS signal, 4G signal, real-time pesticide amount in the pesticide tank, and recorded curves of historical pesticide application data).

[0056] like Figure 3 As shown, the mini-program / mobile app interface can display information such as the device's working status, today's running time, today's pesticide application amount, cumulative running time, cumulative pesticide application amount, battery voltage, remaining battery power, GNSS signal, and 4G signal. Data can be exported using the "Export Data" button. The exported data includes information such as device name, device number, total pesticide application amount, total running time, number of errors, pesticide application amount for this application, running time for this application, start time, start longitude, start latitude, end time, end longitude, and end latitude of this application, as shown in the table below.

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[0058] like Figure 4 As shown, the mini-program / mobile app interface can display the daily application statistics curve of a device within a set period, as well as information such as the start and end times of each application.

[0059] like Figure 5 As shown, the mini-program / mobile app interface can display the trajectory of a specific pesticide application, along with trajectory data such as start time, end time, application time, and pesticide dosage. Operators or managers can intuitively see the specific pesticide application trajectory on the map, facilitating the supervision of pesticide application activities.

[0060] Of course, you can also choose to view and download all or part of the record items through the settings in the management backend.

[0061] The scope of protection of this patent includes, but is not limited to, the above-described embodiments. The scope of protection of this patent is determined by the claims. Any substitutions, modifications, or improvements to this technology that are easily conceived by those skilled in the art shall fall within the scope of protection of this patent.

Claims

1. A monitoring and data sharing system for ultra-low volume sprayer application, comprising an ultra-low volume sprayer and an intelligent monitoring system, wherein the sprayer includes a main body, a fan assembly, a pump assembly, a gear assembly, a flow control assembly, and a battery module; characterized in that: The intelligent monitoring system includes an intelligent monitoring module, a cloud server, a mini-program / mobile APP, a monitoring platform, a GNSS module, a 4G network module, and an IoT card; The gear assembly is used to control the fan to operate in different speed ranges, the medicine pump assembly is used to spray out the medicine liquid, and the flow control assembly is used to control the output flow of the medicine pump assembly. The IoT SIM card provides data traffic for the entire system; the 4G network module is used to communicate with the cloud server. The GNSS module is used for locating and receiving geographic information from the device; The fan assembly, the medicine pump assembly, the flow control assembly, and the battery module are all electrically connected to the intelligent monitoring module and operate under the control of the intelligent monitoring module.

2. The ultra-low volume sprayer application monitoring and data sharing system as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The sprayer also includes a safety control system, a liquid level monitoring system, and a mixing system. The liquid level monitoring system is used to detect the liquid level and volume in the medicine tank and feed it back to the intelligent detection module. The mixing system is used to continuously or intermittently stir and mix the liquid in the medicine tank to prevent precipitation or stratification of the medicine. The overall safety control is used to control whether the intelligent detection module is running.

3. A method for monitoring and sharing pesticide application data using ultra-low volume sprayers, characterized by: The ultra-low volume sprayer application monitoring and data sharing system according to claim 1 or 2 includes an intelligent monitoring module that enables communication and collaborative operation between the various components of the sprayer, and records and processes data in real time based on signals from each component and geographical information from the GNSS module. The recorded data is uploaded to a cloud server for storage in real time via a 4G network module and an IoT card. Each intelligent monitoring module is assigned a unique identification code, which can be bound to a mini-program / mobile app to enable real-time and remote viewing of device parameters and operating status on a mobile device. Access ports and permissions are opened on the cloud server for accessing the monitoring platform and sharing device data in real time.

4. The method for monitoring and sharing pesticide application using ultra-low volume sprayers as described in claim 3, characterized in that: The intelligent monitoring module records and processes the following data in real time: equipment working status (standby, running, offline); running time (daily running time, cumulative running time); pesticide application amount (daily application amount, cumulative application amount); GNSS path and trajectory during operation; and summary information calculated for each pesticide application record, including start time, start longitude, start latitude, end time, end longitude, end latitude, and pesticide application amount for that time period. The intelligent monitoring module can also mark the movement trajectory of each pesticide application process on a map.

5. The method for monitoring and sharing pesticide application using ultra-low volume sprayers as described in claim 4, characterized in that: The intelligent monitoring module also records and processes the following data in real time: battery parameters including voltage and power, alarm records including communication status of each component, motor current, GNSS signal, 4G signal, real-time dosage of medicine in the medicine box, and recorded curves of historical application data.

6. The method for monitoring and sharing pesticide application using ultra-low volume sprayers as described in claim 3, characterized in that: Based on the two-way communication mode, the mobile terminal or monitoring platform sends control commands, which are transmitted to the intelligent monitoring module through the cloud server to realize remote control of the ultra-low volume sprayer.

7. The method for monitoring and sharing pesticide application using ultra-low volume sprayers as described in claim 3, characterized in that: The mini-program / mobile app also includes a dosage calculation module, which calculates the dosage based on different agents, water usage, dilution ratios, and target organisms.

8. The method for monitoring and sharing pesticide application using ultra-low volume sprayers as described in claim 3, characterized in that: The control signals generated by the gear assembly and the fan assembly are synchronously fed back to the intelligent detection module; the control signals generated by the flow control assembly and the medicine pump assembly, as well as the encoder signal or Hall sensor signal generated by the medicine pump, are synchronously fed back to the intelligent detection module. The battery module is used to power the entire device and feeds back the battery parameters to the intelligent detection module.

9. The method for monitoring and sharing pesticide application using ultra-low volume sprayers as described in claim 3, characterized in that: Data recorded on cloud servers can be viewed, downloaded locally, forwarded, or sent externally via email at any time through mini-programs or mobile apps.

10. The method for monitoring and sharing pesticide application using ultra-low volume sprayers as described in claim 3, characterized in that: Mini programs are applications based on WeChat; mobile apps are applications based on Android, iOS, or HarmonyOS operating systems; intelligent monitoring systems are compatible with, but are not limited to, HTTP, TCP / IP, and MQTT ports and protocols.

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