Feeding device and system

Abstract

The utility model provides a feeding device and system and relates to the technical field of animal supplies, the feeding device comprises a shell, the shell comprises at least two storage chambers, an inlet and an outlet, the inlet and the outlet are communicated with the storage chambers, and the storage chambers are used for storing food; the grain discharging mechanism is arranged corresponding to each storage chamber, and the grain discharging mechanism is arranged on the shell and is controllably connected with the outlet; the control unit is electrically connected with the grain discharging mechanism, and the control unit can control starting or closing of the grain discharging mechanism; and the information acquisition unit is arranged in the shell, the information acquisition unit is in communication connection with the control unit and / or the terminal, and the information acquisition unit can acquire environment information and send the acquired information to the control unit and / or the terminal. According to the feeding device, environment information can be collected through the information collection unit, the use requirements of animals or the current environment are met through interaction with the control unit or the terminal, and the applicability and convenience of the feeding device are improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of animal supplies, in particular to a feeding device and a system. Background Art

[0002] With the improvement of living standards, more and more people begin to raise target animals. However, sometimes the breeders don't have time to take care of these target animals. In addition, the number of stray animals on the market is increasing. Many stray cats, dogs, etc. can't even get enough to eat and drink. Users can only feed them through some simple and traditional feeding methods without any protection measures, and the food safety can't be guaranteed. In order to better feed target animals, more and more feeders are put into use. The feeder can automatically feed animals, which has better usability. However, the feeders on the market currently have small capacity, single type of fed food, single function, low product protection level, and can't be used indoors and outdoors compatibly. And some feeders are large in size, difficult to carry, have high requirements for outdoor placement points, and are very difficult to install and place. Moreover, the currently used household feeders can only be used independently by individuals and can't meet the needs of remote feeding and viewing by the whole people on the cloud platform.

[0003] In view of the problems of large size, low protection level and inability to feed intelligently of the above-mentioned feeders, no effective solutions have been proposed yet. Summary of the Utility Model

[0004] In order to overcome any of the defects of large size, low protection level and inability to feed intelligently of the existing technology, the utility model provides a feeding device and a system, which are used to improve the applicability and convenience of feeding equipment.

[0005] The above object of the utility model can be achieved by the following technical solutions. The first aspect of the utility model provides a feeding device, including:

[0006] A housing, the housing includes at least two storage chambers, as well as an inlet and an outlet communicating with each storage chamber, and the storage chamber is used for storing food;

[0007] A food discharging mechanism, the food discharging mechanism is correspondingly arranged with each storage chamber, the food discharging mechanism is arranged on the housing and controllably connected to the outlet;

[0008] A control unit, the control unit is electrically connected to the food discharging mechanism, and the control unit can control the start or stop of the food discharging mechanism;

[0009] An information collection unit is disposed in the housing, the information collection unit is communicatively connected to the control unit and / or the terminal, and the information collection unit can collect environmental information and send the collected information to the control unit and / or the terminal.

[0010] In some embodiments of the present specification, the control unit is wirelessly connected to the terminal, and the control unit can control the start or stop of the grain dispensing mechanism based on instructions from the terminal.

[0011] In some embodiments of this specification, the information collection unit includes at least one of the following:

[0012] Image acquisition component, audio acquisition component, millimeter wave detection component, pressure sensing component or infrared sensing component.

[0013] In some embodiments of the present specification, an isolation structure is provided in the inner cavity of the shell, and the inner cavity of the shell is divided into the at least two storage chambers by the isolation structure; or, a grain storage unit is provided in the inner cavity of the shell, and the grain storage unit includes the at least two storage chambers.

[0014] In some embodiments of the present specification, the feeding device further comprises a sealing structure, the sealing structure being detachably disposed on the housing, the sealing structure being capable of sealing with the inlet;

[0015] And / or, the sealing structure includes a sealing cover, which is rotatably mounted on the shell, and the sealing cover can be sealed with each of the inlets; or, the sealing structure includes at least two sealing covers, which are arranged corresponding to the inlets, the sealing covers are rotatably mounted on the shell, and the sealing covers are sealed with the corresponding inlets.

[0016] In some embodiments of the present specification, a locking mechanism is provided on the sealing structure, and the locking mechanism is used to lock the sealing structure to the housing;

[0017] And / or, the locking mechanism is electrically connected to the control unit, and the control unit can control the locking or unlocking of the locking mechanism.

[0018] In some embodiments of the present specification, the grain discharging mechanism includes a rotating part rotatably connected to the housing and a driving part transmission-connected to the rotating part, and the housing further includes a grain outlet;

[0019] The driving part is electrically connected to the control unit, and the rotating part controllably connects the outlet and the lower grain port. The control unit can control the rotation of the rotating part by controlling the action of the driving part, thereby controlling the food in the storage chamber to be output from the outlet through the lower grain port.

[0020] In some embodiments of the present specification, the feeding device further includes a power supply unit disposed inside the housing. The power supply unit is electrically connected to the control unit, and the power supply unit can directly or indirectly supply power to the control unit through an external device.

[0021] In some embodiments of the present specification, the feeding device further includes a lining;

[0022] Further, the lining is installed in the gap between the housing and the storage chamber. The lining includes a first groove for accommodating the power supply unit;

[0023] And / or, the device further includes at least two remaining food detection units electrically connected to the control unit. The remaining food detection units are disposed on the lining or in the storage chamber, and the remaining food detection units can be used to detect the remaining amount of food in the storage chamber.

[0024] In some embodiments of the present specification, the feeding device further includes a food bowl assembly detachably installed on the housing. The food bowl assembly includes a receiving cavity, a first opening and a second opening communicating with the receiving cavity. The first opening communicates the outlet with the receiving cavity, and the second opening is for an animal to enter and exit.

[0025] In some embodiments of the present specification, the food bowl assembly is disposed inside the housing, and the first opening is connected to the outlet; or the food bowl assembly includes at least two first openings corresponding to the outlets, and the first openings are connected to the corresponding outlets.

[0026] In some embodiments of the present specification, the food bowl assembly includes a base and a food bowl. The base includes a bottom plate and a partition;

[0027] The base can be fixedly connected to the housing to enclose an installation chamber for accommodating the storage chamber, the grain discharging mechanism and the control unit, and a second groove for accommodating and installing the food bowl;

[0028] The first opening and the second opening are disposed on the food bowl, and the partition of the base includes a third opening communicating the first opening with the outlet.

[0029] In some embodiments of the present specification, the information acquisition unit includes an image acquisition part disposed on the food bowl assembly for acquiring information of an animal entering and exiting through the second opening.

[0030] In some embodiments of the present specification, the information collection unit includes a camera assembly, and the camera assembly is fixed on the food bowl assembly; and / or, the camera assembly includes an audio collection part, a lighting part, and the image collection part. The audio collection part is used for collecting audio information of the external environment, and the lighting part is used for providing lighting for the accommodation cavity of the food bowl assembly.

[0031] In some embodiments of the present specification, the feeding device further includes a speaker, the speaker is electrically connected to the control unit, and the speaker is installed in the housing.

[0032] In some embodiments of the present specification, the housing includes a device interface, the device interface is used for connecting an external device, the device interface is connected to the control unit, and the control unit can control the connected external device through the device interface to realize the functions of the external device.

[0033] In some embodiments of the present specification, the device interface includes at least one of the following: a power supply output interface, a wired communication interface, a power supply input interface, a wireless communication interface, an external storage interface.

[0034] In some embodiments of the present specification, the external device includes at least one of the following: a lighting device, an ultraviolet disinfection device, a heating pad, a camera device, a power supply device, an animal interaction device, an animal capture device, a data storage device.

[0035] In a second aspect of the present utility model, there is provided a feeding system, which at least includes the feeding device described in the first aspect above and a terminal, and the terminal can control the feeding device to feed animal food.

[0036] The feeding device provided by the present utility model can use at least two storage chambers to store different animal foods respectively, avoid the mutual influence between foods, and ensure the quality of the foods; and, a food outlet mechanism is correspondingly arranged on each storage chamber, and the food outlet mechanism is electrically connected to the control unit, and the movement state of each food outlet mechanism can be accurately controlled by using the control unit. In addition, the feeding device is also provided with an information collection unit that is communicatively connected to the control unit or the terminal, which can collect environmental information in real time and send the collected information to the control unit and / or the terminal. Furthermore, the control unit and / or the terminal can control the food outlet mechanism based on the received information. Through the interaction between the information collection unit and the control unit and / or the terminal, the usage requirements of animals or the current environment are met, and the applicability and convenience of the feeding device are improved. Description of the Drawings

[0037] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present utility model, the following will briefly introduce the drawings required for the description of the embodiments. Obviously, the drawings in the following description are only some embodiments of the present utility model. For those of ordinary skill in the art, without creative efforts, other drawings can also be obtained based on these drawings.

[0038] The drawings described herein are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of the disclosure of the present utility model in any way. Additionally, the shapes and proportional dimensions of the components in the drawings are only schematic and are used to assist in understanding the present utility model, rather than specifically defining the shapes and proportional dimensions of the components of the present utility model. Those skilled in the art can, under the teaching of the present utility model, select various possible shapes and proportional dimensions according to specific circumstances to implement the present utility model.

[0039] Figure 1 Schematic perspective view of an embodiment of the feeding device of the present utility model;

[0040] Figure 2 Exploded view of an embodiment of the feeding device of the present utility model;

[0041] Figure 3 Schematic cross-sectional view of an embodiment of the feeding device of the present utility model;

[0042] Figure 4 Schematic front view of an embodiment of the feeding device of the present utility model;

[0043] Figure 5 Schematic installation view of an embodiment of the feeding device of the present utility model;

[0044] Figure 6 Schematic installation view of an embodiment of the grain discharging mechanism of the present utility model;

[0045] Figure 7 Schematic top view of an embodiment of the storage chamber of the present utility model;

[0046] Figure 8 Schematic top view of an embodiment of the grain discharging mechanism of the present utility model;

[0047] Figure 9 Schematic perspective view of an embodiment of the driving part of the present utility model;

[0048] Figure 10 Schematic bottom view of an embodiment of the feeding device of the present utility model;

[0049] Figure 11An upward view structural schematic diagram of an embodiment of the grain discharging mechanism described in the present utility model;

[0050] Figure 12 An upward view structural schematic diagram of another embodiment of the grain discharging mechanism described in the present utility model.

[0051] Figure 13 A top view structural schematic diagram of an embodiment of the rotating part described in the present utility model;

[0052] Figure 14 A partial installation structural schematic diagram of an embodiment of the feeding device described in the present utility model;

[0053] Figure 15 A three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of an embodiment of the camera assembly described in the present utility model.

[0054] Reference numerals of the above drawings:

[0055] 100, housing; 101, storage chamber; 102, inlet; 103, outlet; 104, grain storage unit; 105, sealing cover; 106, hinge; 107, lower grain outlet;

[0056] 200, grain discharging mechanism; 210, lower grain impeller; 220, rotating part; 230, protective shell; 240, stirring impeller; 250, shaft sleeve cam; 260, in-place switch; 270, motor; 211, grain discharging chamber; 212, pushing part; 241, stirring part; 242, stirring main body; 251, in-place convex block;

[0057] 300, control unit;

[0058] 400, locking mechanism;

[0059] 500, power supply;

[0060] 600, inner lining; 601, first groove;

[0061] 700, residual grain detection unit;

[0062] 800, food bowl assembly; 801, accommodating cavity; 802, first opening; 803, second opening; 804, base; 805, food bowl; 8041, bottom plate; 8042, isolation part;

[0063] 900, camera assembly; 901, audio acquisition part; 902, lighting part; 903, image acquisition part;

[0064] 1000, bracket;

[0065] 1100, speaker. Detailed implementation manners

[0066] Next, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings in the embodiments of the present utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of the present utility model, rather than all the embodiments. All other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art based on the embodiments of the present utility model without making creative efforts shall fall within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0067] Please refer to Figure 1 、 Figure 2 、 Figure 3 、 Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown in the figures, an embodiment of the present utility model provides a feeding device. The device may include: a housing 100, a food discharging mechanism 200, a control unit 300, and an information collection unit. The housing 100 includes at least two storage chambers 101, as well as an inlet 102 and an outlet 103 that communicate with each storage chamber 101. The storage chambers 101 are used to store food; the food discharging mechanism 200 is correspondingly arranged with each storage chamber 101. The food discharging mechanism 200 is disposed on the housing 100 and is controllably connected to the outlet 103; the control unit 300 is electrically connected to the food discharging mechanism 200, and the control unit 300 can control the start or stop of the food discharging mechanism 200; the information collection unit is disposed on the housing 100, and the information collection unit is communicatively connected to the control unit 300 and / or a terminal. The information collection unit can collect environmental information and send the collected information to the control unit 300 and / or the terminal.

[0068] It can be understood that the food stored in the storage chamber can be solid food or liquid drink. The user can adjust the specific composition of the food according to the usage requirements, which is not limited herein. For example, the solid food can be, for example, cat food, dog food, freeze-dried food, etc., and the liquid drink can be, for example, dairy products, probiotics, canned food, etc. This application is not limited thereto. Of course, the specific material, structure, and number of the storage chambers can be designed based on the type of food to be stored to meet the storage requirements of various foods and improve the applicability of the feeding device.

[0069] In the embodiments of this specification, at least two storage chambers can be used to store different animal foods respectively, avoiding the mutual influence between foods and ensuring the quality of the foods; moreover, a food discharging mechanism is correspondingly arranged on each storage chamber, and the food discharging mechanism is electrically connected to the control unit, so that the control unit can accurately control the movement state of each food discharging mechanism.

[0070] In addition, the feeding device is also provided with an information acquisition unit communicatively connected to the control unit or the terminal, which can collect environmental information in real time and send the collected information to the control unit and / or the terminal. Then, the control unit and / or the terminal can control the grain discharging mechanism based on the received information. Through the interaction between the information acquisition unit and the control unit and / or the terminal, the usage requirements of the animals or the current environment are met, and the applicability and convenience of the feeding device are improved.

[0071] In some embodiments of the present specification, the control unit 300 is wirelessly communicatively connected to the terminal, and the control unit 300 can control the start or stop of the grain discharging mechanism 200 based on the instructions of the terminal.

[0072] It can be understood that the control unit 300 can be wirelessly communicatively connected to the terminal, and control the start or stop of the grain discharging mechanism 200 through the instructions issued by the terminal. Among them, wireless communication can be, for example, Bluetooth, WiFi (Wireless Fidelity), near-field communication, cellular network, radio frequency identification technology, etc., which are ways of information transmission through radio waves. Among them, the terminal can be any electronic device with data operation, storage function and network interaction function including a task receiving platform. Among them, the task receiving platform can be at least one of an online platform, an operation and maintenance platform, a live broadcast platform, etc., and specifically can include a live broadcast room, a small program, a public account, WeChat TM , Alipay TM , SMS and other software or programs that can receive task push information. Preferably, it can include the live broadcast room corresponding to the feeding device. Further, instructions can be issued to the control unit of the feeding device through the interaction of the live broadcast room users. Then, the control unit can control the start or stop of the grain discharging mechanism based on the received instructions.

[0073] In some embodiments of the present specification, the information acquisition unit may include at least one of the following: an image acquisition component, an audio acquisition component, a millimeter wave detection component, a pressure sensing component or an infrared sensing component.

[0074] In some embodiments of the present specification, the information acquisition unit may include an image acquisition component for acquiring image information of animals in the environment where the feeding device is located. Then, the control unit 300 or the terminal can extract the characteristic information of the animals from the image information and judge whether to control the start or stop of the grain discharging mechanism 200 based on the extracted characteristic information.

[0075] In some embodiments of the present specification, the information acquisition unit may include an audio acquisition component for acquiring audio information in the environment where the feeding device is located. Then, the control unit 300 or the terminal can extract the characteristic information of the animals from the audio information and judge whether to control the start or stop of the grain discharging mechanism 200 based on the extracted characteristic information.

[0076] In some embodiments of the present specification, the information acquisition unit may include a millimeter-wave detection component, which is used to detect a certain range of the environment where the feeding device is located through millimeter waves, and judge whether there are animals, the size of the animals, the types of animals, etc. in the environment based on the returned millimeter-wave information, and can determine whether to control the grain discharging mechanism 200 to start or stop by analyzing the millimeter-wave information.

[0077] In some embodiments of the present specification, the information acquisition unit may include a pressure sensing component, which is used to collect pressure information acting on the pressure sensing component, that is, the weight information of the animal and the grain discharging state of the food, etc., and determine whether to control the grain discharging mechanism 200 to start or stop based on the collected information. The pressure sensing component can also be used to collect the state information of the grain in the storage chamber, and can determine whether to add grain to the storage chamber based on the collected information.

[0078] In some embodiments of the present specification, the information acquisition unit may include an infrared sensing component, which is used to emit infrared signals and receive the returned infrared reflection information. Based on the received infrared reflection information, analyze whether there are animals, the heat of the animals, the surface reflectivity, the color, etc. in the feeding device or the environment where the feeding device is located, and can judge whether to control the grain discharging mechanism 200 to start or stop by judging whether the analysis result matches the object skin characteristics and heat characteristics in the target information.

[0079] In other embodiments of the present specification, the specific composition and installation position of the information acquisition unit can also be adjusted according to the usage needs. For example, the information acquisition unit can be composed of multiple components in combination to improve the judgment accuracy, and the embodiments of the present specification do not make specific limitations here.

[0080] In some embodiments of the present specification, the information acquisition unit may further include an information processing unit, and the information processing unit may be wirelessly communicatively connected to the grain discharging mechanism 200 (such as Bluetooth connection, WIFI connection, etc.). That is, the information acquisition unit can judge whether to control the start or stop of the grain discharging mechanism 200 based on the collected information, and can generate corresponding instructions based on the judgment result and send the instructions to the grain discharging mechanism 200, so that the grain discharging mechanism 200 can be opened or closed based on the received instructions.

[0081] In some embodiments of the present specification, an isolation structure is provided in the inner cavity of the housing 100, and the inner cavity of the housing 100 is divided into at least two storage chambers 101 through the isolation structure. In the embodiments of the present specification, the housing 100 can be divided into multiple mutually isolated storage chambers 101 through the isolation structure, so that different foods can be stored in each storage chamber 101, avoiding mutual influence between different foods and improving the preservation quality of the foods.

[0082] Specifically, the isolation structure may include at least one isolation member, such as an isolation plate. The isolation member is disposed in the inner cavity of the housing 100 and divides the inner cavity of the housing 100 into at least two storage chambers 101. Taking the isolation member being an isolation plate as an example, the isolation plate can be vertically inserted into the inner cavity of the housing 100.

[0083] In some embodiments of the present specification, a grain storage unit 104 is provided in the inner cavity of the housing 100. The grain storage unit 104 includes at least two storage chambers 101. Specifically, the feeding device may include at least two grain buckets, and the grain buckets are connected to form the grain storage unit 104. It can be understood that the designer can adjust the connection manner of each grain bucket according to the usage requirements. For example, the grain buckets are adhesively connected, or the grain buckets are snap-connected, or the grain buckets are connected by connectors, or the grain buckets are integrally provided. The present application does not limit this.

[0084] In some embodiments of the present specification, the feeding device may further include a sealing structure. The sealing structure is detachably disposed on the housing 100 or the grain storage unit 104, and the sealing structure can seal with the inlet 102.

[0085] In some embodiments of the present specification, the sealing structure may include a sealing cover 105. The sealing cover 105 is rotatably mounted on the housing 100, and the sealing cover 105 can be in sealing connection with each inlet 102. The rotational connection between the sealing cover 105 and the housing 100 can be achieved, for example, by a hinge 106, or by other means. The present specification does not limit this.

[0086] In the embodiments of the present specification, by providing a sealing cover on the inlet 102, the sealing cover can isolate air, thereby preventing the food in the storage chamber 101 from contacting air for a long time and improving the freshness preservation effect of the food.

[0087] In some embodiments of the present specification, the sealing cover can be provided as one, and through this sealing cover, it can be in sealing connection with each inlet. In other embodiments, the sealing cover can be provided as multiple, that is, the sealing structure includes at least two sealing covers 105. The sealing covers 105 are arranged corresponding to the inlets 102. The sealing covers 105 are rotatably mounted on the housing 100, and the sealing covers 105 are in sealing connection with the corresponding inlets 102. By providing multiple sealing covers, each sealing cover can independently seal the corresponding structure, avoiding interference with other interfaces, and having better usability.

[0088] In some embodiments of the present specification, a sealing portion is provided on the sealing cover and / or the inlet. When the sealing cover and the inlet are in a butting state, the sealing cover and the inlet are in sealing connection with each other through the sealing portion. Specifically, the sealing portion can be Figure 5The design of the sealing ridge 1051 shown in the figure, the sealing ridge 1051 can be set on the outer side wall of the sealing cover 105 and / or the inner side wall of the inlet 102, so that when the sealing cover 105 and the inlet 102 are in a docking state, the outer side wall of the sealing cover 105 and the inner side wall of the inlet 102 can abut against each other to play a sealing role. It can be understood that the number and position of the sealing ridge 1051 can be designed based on the use requirements, such as the type of food stored in the storage chamber, and the sealing requirements of different storage chambers or foods can be met by designs of different numbers and different positions.

[0089] In some embodiments of the present specification, a locking mechanism 400 is provided on the sealing structure, and the locking mechanism 400 is used to lock the sealing structure to the housing 100 .

[0090] In some embodiments of the present specification, the locking mechanism 400 may be a mechanism that implements locking in a mechanical manner, and the mechanism that implements locking in a mechanical manner may be, for example, a mechanical key lock, a password lock, and the like.

[0091] In some embodiments of the present specification, the locking mechanism 400 may be a mechanism that implements locking in an electronic manner, such as an electronic lock, etc. Specifically, the locking mechanism 400 may be electrically connected to the control unit 300, and the control unit 300 may control the locking or unlocking of the locking mechanism.

[0092] It is understandable that the designer can adjust the specific structure and installation position of the locking mechanism 400 according to the use requirements, such as setting some parts of the locking mechanism on the housing and other parts on the sealing mechanism, etc., and the present application does not limit this. In the embodiment of the present specification, the storage chamber can be locked by the locking mechanism to protect the food in the storage chamber and improve the safety of the feeding device.

[0093] In some embodiments of the present specification, the grain discharging mechanism 200 includes a rotating part rotatably connected to the housing 100 and a driving part transmission-connected to the rotating part, and the housing 100 also includes a grain outlet 107;

[0094] The driving part is electrically connected to the control unit 300, and the rotating part controllably connects the outlet 103 and the lower food outlet 107. The control unit 300 can control the rotation of the rotating part by controlling the action of the driving part, thereby controlling the food in the storage chamber 101 to be output from the outlet 103 through the lower food outlet 107.

[0095] In some embodiments of the present specification, the rotating part may include a lower grain impeller 210 rotatably connected to the housing 100 , and at least one grain outlet cavity 211 is disposed around the lower grain impeller 210 , and the grain outlet cavity 211 is controllably connected to the outlet 103 .

[0096] For further information, please refer to Figure 6As shown, the rotating part can also include a rotating member 220 and a lower grain impeller 210 arranged on the rotating member 220. The lower grain impeller 210 is placed on the outside of the grain storage unit 104. At least one grain outlet cavity 211 is arranged on the lower grain impeller 210. The grain outlet cavity is controllably connected to the outlet, and the lower grain impeller 210 can be transmissively connected to the driving part.

[0097] By arranging a rotating member 220 on the housing 100 and drivably connecting the rotating member 220 to the driving unit, the driving unit can drive the lower grain impeller 210 and the grain outlet cavity 211 on the lower grain impeller to rotate, so that the grain outlet cavity 211 can be controllably connected to the outlet.

[0098] In some embodiments of the present specification, the rotating member may be a rotating shaft, which is rotatably mounted on the housing 100. Of course, in other embodiments, the specific structure of the rotating member may also be set based on usage requirements, and the present application does not limit this.

[0099] In some embodiments of the present specification, the grain discharging chamber 211 has two opposite openings along the height direction, one of which can be connected to the outlet 103, and the other opening can be connected to the lower grain opening 107. Further, when the grain discharging chamber 211 is connected to the outlet, the grain discharging chamber 211 can receive food dropped from the storage chamber 101 through the outlet 103, and after the grain discharging chamber 211 is connected to the lower grain opening 107, the food in the grain discharging chamber 211 can be output from the lower grain opening 107 to the food bowl assembly 800 and other food receiving components, which has better feeding efficiency.

[0100] In some embodiments of the present specification, the grain discharging mechanism 200 may include a protective shell 230, which is connected to the housing 100 and may be covered on the grain discharge impeller 210. Specifically, the protective shell 230 may be installed at the bottom of the grain storage unit 104, wrap the grain discharge impeller 210, and be fixedly connected to the grain barrel of the grain storage unit 104 by means of a rotating buckle. The protective shell 230 may play a protective role and prevent the grain discharge impeller 210 from being exposed, thereby improving the aesthetics of the feeding device.

[0101] Furthermore, the protective shell 230 may be provided with a grain outlet passage. When the opening of the grain outlet cavity 211 rotates to the entrance of the grain outlet passage, the food in the grain outlet cavity 211 may be input into the grain outlet passage under the action of gravity, and the food may be guided to a target location such as a food bowl or other guiding components through the grain outlet passage. The specific structure of the grain outlet passage may be adjusted based on demand, for example, the grain outlet passage may be set as a trough structure or a tube structure, etc., and the present application does not limit this.

[0102] Continue to refer to Figure 6As shown, in some embodiments of the present specification, the lower grain impeller 210 may include a plurality of pushing members 212. The plurality of pushing members 212 are arranged at intervals in a ring and are connected to the rotating member. A grain outlet cavity 211 is formed between adjacent pushing members 212. Specifically, the pushing member 212 may be a pushing block, and the pushing block is arranged in a fan shape. Moreover, by directly arranging a plurality of pushing blocks on the rotating member, the gap between adjacent pushing blocks can form the grain outlet cavity 211. The pushing block may be of a solid structure or a hollow structure, or other structures may be adopted. Designers can adjust the specific structure of the pushing block based on requirements, and the present application does not limit this.

[0103] In some embodiments of the present specification, in order to prevent food from getting stuck in the gap between the pushing block and the protective shell, the bottom of the pushing block and the outer wall are arranged close to the inner wall of the protective shell to reduce the gap.

[0104] In the embodiments of the present specification, when each pushing block rotates around the rotating member, the pushing member 212 can push the food located in the grain outlet cavity to move, and finally convey the food to the entrance of the grain outlet channel. The grain outlet is completed through the cooperation between the pushing member 212 and the grain outlet cavity 211.

[0105] In some embodiments of the present specification, the lower grain impeller 210 further includes a pushing main body 213 and a plurality of pushing members 212. The plurality of pushing members 212 are arranged at intervals in a ring on the pushing main body 213. The pushing main body 213 is detachably connected to the rotating member 212, and a grain outlet cavity is formed between adjacent pushing members 212. The fixing method between the pushing main body and each pushing member can adopt integral injection molding, snap connection, bonding, etc., and the present application does not limit this. The pushing main body can be used to fix each pushing member to improve the structural stability between each pushing member.

[0106] In some embodiments of the present specification, a shifting structure may further be provided on the grain storage unit 104. The shifting structure may be arranged between the grain storage unit 104 and the lower grain impeller 210 and around the periphery of the outlet. The shifting structure can be slidably overlapped with the lower grain impeller 210 for shifting out the excess food in each grain outlet cavity. By providing the shifting structure, it is possible to prevent the food output from the outlet from falling to other positions, thereby reducing the occurrence of grain jamming problems.

[0107] Specifically, the shifting structure may include at least two shifting plates. The at least two shifting plates can be installed and fixed around the outlet at the bottom of the grain cylinder. The shifting plates can be used to shift out the excess animal feed in each grain outlet cavity. The specific structure and specific installation position of the shifting plates can be designed and adjusted based on requirements. For example, the shifting plates can be set as comb-shaped or plate-shaped structures. For another example, two shifting plates can be respectively arranged on both sides of the outlet, etc., and the present application does not limit this.

[0108] Please refer to Figure 6 、Figure 7 and Figure 8 As shown in Figure 8 , in some embodiments of this specification, the grain discharging mechanism 200 further includes a stirring assembly rotatably connected to the storage chamber 101. Specifically, the stirring assembly may include a stirring impeller 240, and the stirring impeller 240 may be disposed on the rotating member 220. By arranging the stirring impeller 240 in the storage chamber 101, when the rotating member 220 rotates, the rotating member 220 can drive the stirring impeller 240 to rotate synchronously to stir the food in the storage chamber 101, avoiding the problem of caking of the food in the storage chamber 101 and improving the grain discharging effect of the animal food.

[0109] In some embodiments of this specification, the stirring impeller 240 may include a plurality of stirring members 241, and the plurality of stirring members 241 are arranged at intervals in a ring on the rotating member 220. Specifically, the stirring member 241 may be a stirring blade. By arranging a plurality of stirring blades on the rotating member, the food at the outlet can be stirred by each stirring blade. The plurality of stirring blades may be components of the same size or different sizes. Furthermore, uniform stirring can be achieved through the stirring blades of the same size, and sufficient stirring of the food in the storage chamber can be achieved through the arrangement of the stirring blades of different sizes, improving the stirring effect.

[0110] In some embodiments of this specification, the stirring impeller 240 includes a stirring main body and a plurality of stirring members 241. The plurality of stirring members 241 are arranged at intervals in a ring on the stirring main body 242, and the stirring main body 242 is detachably connected to the rotating member 220. The fixing method between the stirring main body 242 and each stirring member 241 may adopt integral injection molding, snap connection, bonding, etc., and this application does not limit this. By fixing each stirring member through the stirring main body, the structural stability between the stirring members can be improved.

[0111] Please refer to Figure 9 and Figure 10 As shown in Figure 10 , in some embodiments of this specification, the driving part includes a sleeve cam 250 and a position switch 260. The position switch 260 is electrically connected to the control unit 300. The sleeve cam 250 is arranged on the rotating member 220. A plurality of position bumps 251 are arranged in a ring on the sleeve cam 250. The position switch 260 is arranged on the side of the sleeve cam 250, and the position switch 260 can be in abutting cooperation with each position bump 251 to output a position signal to the control unit 300. Through the cooperation of the sleeve cam 250 and the position switch 260, it can be used to output a position signal corresponding to the position of the rotating member 220, and further control the number of rotations of the grain discharging chamber 211 to achieve the control of the food delivery amount. In the embodiments of this specification, the number and position settings of the position bumps 251 can be set based on requirements, and this specification does not limit this.

[0112] For example, there can be three in-place bumps 251, and the three bumps can be arranged at intervals of 120° around the bushing cam. As another example, there can be four, five, etc. in-place bumps 251, and the in-place bumps can be arranged at equal intervals or non-equal intervals.

[0113] In some embodiments of this specification, the number of in-place bumps 251 can match the number of grain outlet cavities 211, for example, both are three, etc. Further, the number of conveyances of the grain outlet cavity 211 can be obtained through the number of times of cooperation between the in-place bump 251 and the in-place switch 260, so as to facilitate better control of the output amount of food.

[0114] Continue to refer to Figure 9 and Figure 10 As shown, in some embodiments of this specification, the driving part can further include a motor 270. The motor 270 can be drivingly connected to the bushing cam 250. And the motor 270 is electrically connected to the control unit 300 and / or the terminal. The rotation of the motor 270 is controlled by the control unit 300 and / or the terminal to control the rotation of the bushing cam 250. Further, the bushing cam 250 can transmit the rotation of the bushing cam 250 to the rotating part through the rotating shaft, and the rotating part can rotate following the rotation of the bushing cam 250 to realize the output of the food in the storage chamber 101. Specifically, the rotating body, the agitating body, and the bushing cam can be fixed to the rotating shaft, and the transmission connection is realized through the rotating shaft. Of course, the bushing cam and the rotating part can also be drivingly connected through other transmission components, so that the rotating part can rotate following the rotation of the motor and the bushing cam, thereby more precisely controlling the output amount of food.

[0115] In some embodiments of this specification, during the operation of the feeding device, the operating state of the grain discharging mechanism can be referred to Figures 11 to 13 As shown, where Figure 11 and Figure 12 respectively show the starting state of the grain discharging mechanism and the state of the closed grain discharging mechanism from different upward viewing angles. Figure 13 shows the state of the lower grain impeller when the rotating part of the grain discharging mechanism is rotating and the food falls from the outlet of the storage chamber into the grain outlet cavity A and from the grain outlet cavity B to the lower grain outlet. Among them, referring to Figure 11 the middle grain bucket a and Figure 12 the grain bucket a shown therein, at this time the grain outlet cavity is in a communicating state with the lower grain outlet. Referring to Figure 11 the grain bucket b and Figure 12 the grain bucket b shown therein, at this time the grain outlet cavity is not in communication with the lower grain outlet. Next, refer to Figure 11 , Figure 12 and Figure 13 to further introduce the working principle of the feeding device.

[0116] In some embodiments of the present specification, the control unit may issue an instruction to the main barrel motor of the grain feeding mechanism. When the main barrel motor operates, the motor drives the sleeve cam, and the sleeve cam drives the rotating shaft to drive the rotating member and the stirring member to operate. At the same time, the in-place convex block of the sleeve cam disengages from the in-place switch (by default, the switch abuts against the in-place convex block of the sleeve cam). At this time, the motor of the grain feeding mechanism, in conjunction with the sleeve cam, drives the rotating shaft, the lower grain impeller, and the stirring member to rotate by 120°. When the next in-place convex block on the sleeve cam abuts against the in-place switch, a feeding action is completed.

[0117] Specifically, before the control unit or the user issues a feeding instruction through the terminal, the lower grain outlet is sealed by the pushing member of the lower grain impeller. When a feeding instruction (feeding cat food or freeze-dried food) is issued, the control unit supplies power and issues a feeding instruction to the motor of the grain feeding mechanism. The motor drives the sleeve cam to act, and the sleeve cam drives the rotating shaft and the lower grain impeller to rotate counterclockwise. At this time, the in-place convex block A of the sleeve cam disengages from the in-place switch. Synchronously, the movement of the lower grain impeller causes the pushing member to disengage from the lower grain outlet, and the grain outlet cavity of the lower grain impeller communicates with the lower grain outlet. The food in the grain outlet cavity is pushed out and falls into the food bowl (as shown in the grain bucket a in Figure 11 . When the in-place convex block B of the sleeve cam presses the in-place switch, the lower grain outlet is sealed again by the pushing member of the lower grain impeller (as shown in the grain bucket b in Figure 11 ). At this time, a grain discharging action is completed, and the movement angle of the sleeve cam just completes 120 degrees.

[0118] Specifically, in the default state of the grain feeding mechanism, the grain outlet cavity A of the lower grain impeller faces the outlet of the grain bucket. The grain outlet cavity B is filled with cat food or freeze-dried food, and the lower grain outlet is sealed by the pushing member of the lower grain impeller. When the grain feeding mechanism drives the lower grain impeller to rotate counterclockwise, the cat food or freeze-dried food in the grain outlet cavity B is driven by the pushing member and output to the lower grain outlet. At the same time, the in-place convex block A of the sleeve cam disengages from the in-place switch, and the motor does not stop working until the in-place convex block B of the sleeve cam presses the in-place switch. Then, the pushing member of the lower grain impeller seals the lower grain outlet. At this time, the grain outlet cavities A, B, and C of the lower grain impeller have each moved 120°.

[0119] Please refer to Figure 2 As shown, in some embodiments of the present specification, the feeding device may further include a power supply unit 500 disposed in the housing 100. The power supply unit 500 is electrically connected to the control unit 300, and the power supply unit 500 can directly or indirectly supply power to the control unit 300 through an external device. Specifically, the power supply unit 500 may include at least one of a battery, a rechargeable power supply, a power cord, etc. Furthermore, the power supply unit can directly supply power to the control unit through the battery or the rechargeable power supply, and can indirectly supply power to the control unit through the power cord and an external power supply.

[0120] In some embodiments of the present specification, the power supply unit may further include an external port. Thus, the power supply unit can be connected to an external power supply device through the external port to supply power to the control unit through the external power supply device.

[0121] Designers can adjust the size, shape, position, etc. of the power supply unit based on usage requirements. For example, the power supply unit can be designed in the size and shape of a power bank, and the present application places no restrictions on this.

[0122] Please refer to Figure 2 、 Figure 3 、 Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown in

[0123] In some embodiments of the present specification, the feeding device further includes a lining 600, and the lining 600 is installed in the gap between the housing 100 and the storage chamber 101.

[0124] Please refer to Figure 14 As shown, in some embodiments of the present specification, the feeding device further includes at least two remaining food detection units 700. The remaining food detection units 700 are electrically connected to the control unit 300, and the remaining food detection units 700 are arranged in the lining 600 or the storage chamber 101. The remaining food detection units 700 can be used to detect the remaining amount of food in the storage chamber 101.

[0125] In the embodiments of the present specification, the remaining food detection unit 700 can detect the remaining amount of food in each storage chamber 101. When the remaining food in the storage chamber 101 is insufficient, a replenishment signal is transmitted to prompt the user to replenish the food in the storage chamber 101.

[0126] In some embodiments of the present specification, the remaining food detection unit 700 may include a plurality of signal transmitting units and a plurality of signal receiving units. The signal receiving units are arranged corresponding to the signal transmitting units. The control unit 300 is electrically connected to each signal transmitting unit and each signal receiving unit. The plurality of signal transmitting units are arranged at different heights in the storage chamber 101, and the plurality of signal receiving units and the corresponding signal transmitting units are arranged at the same height. Each signal receiving unit can receive the signal transmitted by the corresponding signal transmitting unit that is not blocked by food. Through the arrangement of multiple groups of signal transmitting units and signal receiving units, the detection of different remaining amounts in the storage chamber can be realized, and the accuracy of the remaining amount detection can be improved.

[0127] In some embodiments of the present specification, the remaining grain detection unit 700 can be respectively arranged at the bottom of the grain bucket. Then, when the grain in the grain bucket of the grain storage unit is respectively lower than the remaining grain detection unit, the remaining grain detection unit reports a lack of grain reminder to the control unit. The control unit can report to the background server to inform the equipment administrator to replenish the grain, and at the same time automatically set the feeding upper limit. When the user reaches the feeding upper limit, the feeding device will remind the user that the device lacks grain and prohibits feeding. Wait until the replenishment of grain is completed before feeding. When the remaining grain detection unit detects that the replenishment of grain is completed, the feeding upper limit is cancelled and feeding is resumed.

[0128] Continuing to refer to Figure 1 、 Figure 2 、 Figure 3 、 Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown in

[0129] In some embodiments of the present specification, the feeding device further includes a food bowl assembly 800. The food bowl assembly 800 is detachably installed on the housing 100. The food bowl assembly 800 includes a receiving cavity 801, a first opening 802 and a second opening 803 communicating with the receiving cavity. The first opening 802 communicates the outlet 103 with the receiving cavity 801, and the second opening 803 is for animals to enter and exit. Further, the first opening 802 and the second opening 803 can be arranged on different side walls of the receiving cavity 801 to facilitate animals to enter and exit to eat the food in the food bowl assembly.

[0129] The food output from the lower grain outlet can be stored through the receiving cavity 801, and animals can enter the receiving cavity to eat the food in the receiving cavity. The setting of the receiving cavity 801 can effectively protect the freshness and cleanliness of the stored food.

[0130] In some embodiments of the present specification, the size of the receiving cavity 801 can be matched with the body size of the target animal, and the target animal can completely enter the receiving cavity to eat food. In other embodiments, the size of the receiving cavity 801 can be matched with the head of the target animal, and the target animal can enter and exit the receiving cavity through the head. On the basis of ensuring that the target animal can eat food, the risk of the food in the receiving cavity being contaminated is reduced, and the freshness and cleanliness of the food are protected.

[0131] In some embodiments of the present specification, the receiving cavity 801 can include a partition member to partition the receiving cavity 801 into at least two food bowl compartments. Each food bowl compartment is correspondingly arranged with the lower grain outlet and is used to store the food output from each lower grain outlet. Through the setting of multiple food bowl compartments, the food output from different storage compartments can be placed separately to avoid the mutual influence of different foods and ensure the food quality. In other embodiments, the food bowl assembly 800 can further include at least two receiving cavities 801. Each receiving cavity 801 is provided with a first opening and a second opening. Through the setting of multiple receiving cavities 801, food can be provided for at least two animals at the same time, and the mutual influence of different foods can be avoided, ensuring the food quality.

[0132] In some embodiments of the present specification, the food bowl assembly 800 is disposed within the housing 100, and the first opening 802 is connected to the outlet 103. Further, the first opening of the food bowl assembly 800 may be disposed above the food bowl assembly 800, facilitating the feeding mechanism to feed grains through the first opening.

[0133] It can be understood that in the embodiments of the present specification, one first opening may be provided corresponding to one or more grain outlets, or corresponding first openings may be respectively provided for each grain outlet, and the number of first openings is the same as the number of grain outlets. That is, in some embodiments of the present specification, the food bowl assembly 800 includes at least two first openings 802, the first openings 802 are correspondingly arranged with the outlets 103, and the first openings 802 are connected to the corresponding outlets 103.

[0134] Please refer to Figure 2 As shown, in some embodiments of the present specification, the food bowl assembly 800 includes a base 804 and a food bowl 805. The base 804 includes a bottom plate 8041 and a partition portion 8042;

[0135] The base 804 can be fixedly connected to the housing 100 to enclose an installation chamber for accommodating the storage chamber 101, the feeding mechanism 200, and the control unit 300, and a second groove for accommodating and installing the food bowl 805;

[0136] The first opening 802 and the second opening 803 are provided on the food bowl 805. The partition portion 8042 of the base 804 includes a third opening 8043 that communicates the first opening 802 with the outlet 103.

[0137] Among them, the base 804 can provide support for the food bowl 805, the housing 100, and the storage chamber, the control unit, and the feeding mechanism within the housing 100, improving the stability of the feeding device.

[0138] Specifically, the housing may be formed by fixedly connecting three first shell plates of the same size and a second shell plate. The length of the first shell plate may be greater than the length of the second shell plate. Further, the space enclosed by the housing and the base can be isolated into an installation chamber and a second groove through the partition portion 8042 of the base 804, so that the food bowl 805 can be installed in the feeding device in a retracted structure, effectively reducing the influence of changes in the external environment on the food in the accommodating cavity of the food bowl 804. Among them, the fixed connection manner of the three first shell plates and the second shell plate of the housing may be integrally injection-molded, or may be snap-connected, bonded, etc. The present application does not limit this.

[0139] In some embodiments of this specification, the food bowl can be designed with a transparent material, which is convenient for quickly judging the remaining amount of food in the food bowl and improving the user experience. Further, the information acquisition unit can include a camera disposed in the isolation part 8042 of the base. The camera can accurately acquire the image information in the food bowl through the transparent food bowl.

[0140] In some embodiments of this specification, the isolation part 8042 can be a partition, and can include two fixedly connected partitions. The two partitions are fixedly connected through end faces, so that a certain angle is formed between the two partitions. The angle can be, for example, 90°, or greater than 90°, etc. The end face of one of the partitions can be fixedly connected to the upper surface of the bottom plate. Thus, when the angle formed between the two partitions is greater than 90°, the partition away from the bottom plate is in an inclined state.

[0141] In some embodiments of this specification, the information acquisition unit includes an image acquisition part, which is disposed on the food bowl assembly and is used for acquiring information of the animal entering and exiting through the second opening 803. Further, the image acquisition part can be disposed on the side of the food bowl assembly opposite to the second opening 803 to facilitate the acquisition of the animal entering and exiting through the second opening.

[0142] Please refer to Figure 15 As shown, in some embodiments of this specification, the information acquisition unit includes a camera assembly 900, and the camera assembly 900 is fixed on the food bowl assembly. And / or, the camera assembly 900 includes an audio acquisition part 901, a lighting part 902 and an image acquisition part 903. The audio acquisition part 901 is used for acquiring the audio information of the external environment, and the lighting part 902 is used for providing lighting for the accommodation cavity 801 of the food bowl assembly 800.

[0143] Specifically, the image acquisition part 903 can be a camera, the audio acquisition part 901 can be a microphone, and the lighting part 902 can include a fill light 9021 and an infrared fill light 9022. The fill light 9021 is used to achieve the lighting function, and the infrared fill light 9022 is used to achieve the infrared night vision function. Both the fill light 9021 and the infrared fill light 9022 can include a plurality of them, which are arranged at intervals around the circumference of the camera to fully provide lighting.

[0144] Designers can adjust the number and position of the fill lights in the lighting part based on requirements. For example, there are 4 fill lights, which are equally spaced around the circumference of the camera, and 2 infrared fill lights, which are arranged on both sides of the camera, etc. This application does not limit this.

[0145] In some embodiments of this specification, the feeding device is provided with at least two lower grain outlets, each grain bucket is correspondingly arranged with the lower grain outlet, and they are respectively located above the food bowl assembly. The food bowl is installed and fixed on the base, presenting a retracted structure, and the material of the food bowl is a transparent material. And, the millimeter-wave sensing component 910 can be installed obliquely above the food bowl 805, forming a certain angle with the horizontal ground, for example, it can be 45°. The camera component 900 is installed on the isolation part of the base and is directly opposite the second opening position of the food bowl. Furthermore, when the user feeds, the food falls from the lower grain outlet. The user can watch the effect of the food falling through the camera of the camera component, and can also see the scene outside the food bowl through the transparent food bowl. Meanwhile, the audio information can be collected through the audio collection part of the camera component. The user can clearly perceive the effect of food feeding visually and auditorily. When the animal moves to the periphery of the food bowl of the feeding device or enters the food bowl to eat, the millimeter-wave sensing component works. At the same time, the image acquisition part of the camera component automatically identifies whether it is the target animal. The millimeter-wave sensing component and the image acquisition part can feed back the collected information to the control unit, and the control unit reminds the user that the target animal has entered the food bowl through the interaction with the terminal. When the light is weak, such as in the evening or at night, different control methods can be adopted based on the power of the power unit. Specifically, when the power of the feeding device is sufficient (for example, when the power is greater than 60%), when the feeding device detects that the target animal enters the food bowl, the supplementary light of the light part of the camera component automatically lights up. When the feeding device detects that the power is insufficient (for example, below 40%), when the feeding device detects that the target animal enters the food bowl, the infrared night vision function can be activated, that is, the infrared supplementary light of the light part is turned on to save power; of course, the device manager can also configure in the background to only turn on the infrared supplementary light, turn off the supplementary light, or only turn on the supplementary light and turn off the infrared supplementary light, and this application does not limit this.

[0146] Please refer to Figure 2 As shown, in some embodiments of this specification, the feeding device further includes a speaker 1100, and the speaker 1100 is electrically connected to the control unit, and the speaker is installed in the housing 100.

[0147] Furthermore, the feeding device may further include a bracket 1000. The speaker 1100 and the control unit 300 are fixed to the bracket 1000, and the bracket 1000 is installed in the housing 100.

[0148] Preferably, the bracket 1000 is installed in the gap between the housing 100 and the storage chamber 101.

[0149] Further, the feeding device includes a lining 600. The lining 600 is installed in the gap between the housing 100 and the storage chamber 101 and sleeved around at least two storage chambers. The bracket 1000 is arranged in the gap between the outer shell 100 and the lining 600 to reduce the volume of the feeding device and improve the portability of the feeding device.

[0150] In some embodiments of the present specification, the housing 100 includes a device interface for connecting to an external device. The device interface is connected to the control unit 300, and the control unit can control the connected external device through the device interface to implement the functions of the external device.

[0151] In some embodiments of the present specification, the device interface includes at least one of the following: a power supply output interface, a wired communication interface, a power supply input interface, a wireless communication interface, and an external storage interface.

[0152] In some embodiments of the present specification, the external device may include at least one of the following: a lighting device, an ultraviolet disinfection device, a heating pad, a camera device, a power supply device, an animal interaction device, an animal capture device, and a data storage device.

[0153] Specifically, the wired communication interface can be, for example, a USB data interface, an RS485 communication interface, etc. The power supply output interface can be, for example, a 12V power supply output interface, etc. The power supply input interface can be, for example, a photovoltaic power supply input interface, a mains power supply input interface, etc. The power supply output interface can be used to supply power to the peripherals of the feeding device. The wired communication interface and the wireless communication interface can be used for the feeding device to expand the communication and data transmission of the peripherals. The wireless communication interface can be, for example, a 4G, Bluetooth, or WIFI communication interface, and can be used to connect to an animal capture device (such as a capture cage, etc.), a wireless camera, an animal interaction device (such as a cat teaser, etc.), etc., and can perform communication control and data transmission through the control unit. The external storage interface can be connected to a memory card, a mobile hard disk, a USB flash drive, etc. to implement data storage. The RS485 communication interface can be connected to a lighting device (such as top lighting, etc.), an ultraviolet disinfection device, a heating pad, etc. to implement peripheral communication and control. The power supply output interface can be connected to a top lighting lamp, an ultraviolet disinfection device, a heating pad, etc. to supply power to the peripherals. The USB data interface can be connected to a USB camera, etc. for implementing the expansion, power supply, data transmission, etc. of the device components.

[0154] In some embodiments of the present specification, a camera assembly 410 is provided on the food bowl assembly of the feeding device to obtain image information for the user to observe the animal eating. The angle of the camera assembly 410 is fixed, and the user cannot view the perspective outside the feeding assembly. Therefore, an external camera can be connected through a device interface, such as a wireless communication interface, a wired communication interface, etc., as a second perspective to observe the outside of the feeding device. The second perspective can be in two ways: wireless or wired connection. Specifically, the second perspective can be extended through a wired connection. The user needs to connect a camera module with a wired interface (such as a USB interface) to the wired communication interface on the feeding device, and can complete the binding of the external device and the feeding device through an application program associated with the feeding device to achieve plug-and-play; in other embodiments, the second perspective can also be extended wirelessly. At this time, the user can connect a camera module with a wireless communication interface (such as WIFI, Bluetooth, etc.) through an application program associated with the feeding device to complete the binding.

[0155] In some embodiments of the present specification, the camera assembly 410 provided on the food bowl assembly 800 or the camera module of the second perspective externally connected through the device interface can automatically detect whether an animal eats through the feeding device. If it detects that an animal is eating, it can automatically collect the video or image information when the animal is eating for storage. The stored video or image information can be automatically uploaded to the cloud through the control module, the camera assembly 410, or the externally connected camera module, or can be stored in a storage device (such as a mobile hard disk, a USB flash drive, an SD card) connected to the feeding device through the device interface. The local storage capacity of the feeding device can be expanded through the cloud or the externally connected storage device to provide sufficient storage space for the feeding device.

[0156] In some embodiments of the present specification, the power supply unit of the feeding device can be used as a random power supply to directly supply power to the feeding device, or other power supply devices can be connected through the power supply unit to supply power to the feeding device. In other embodiments, the feeding device can also be externally connected to a power supply device through the power supply input interface in the device interface to supply power to it, and the externally connected power supply device can be selected based on the usage scenario. For example, in the scenario where the feeding device is indoors, the 220V mains electricity can be connected to the mains electricity supply interface in the power supply input interface through a power adapter to supply power to the feeding device. For another example, in the scenario where the feeding device is outdoors and there is sufficient sunlight, a solar photovoltaic device can be connected to the photovoltaic power supply input interface in the power supply input interface to supply power to the feeding device. Preferably, when it is detected that the feeding device is connected to an external power supply device, priority is given to charging the power supply unit and supplying power to the feeding device through the external power supply; when it is not detected that the feeding device is connected to an external power supply device, the power supply unit is switched to supply power to the feeding device to achieve automatic switching of the power supply mode.

[0157] In the embodiments of this specification, other devices can be externally connected through the device interface to expand the functions of the feeding device. Through the 1+N expansion method, that is, one host (feeding device) and N peripherals, the usability and playability of the feeding device can be improved.

[0158] The present utility model also provides a feeding system, which at least includes the above-mentioned feeding device and a terminal, and the terminal can control the feeding device to feed animal food.

[0159] It can be understood that the terminal can be any electronic device with data operation, storage function, and network interaction function, including a task receiving platform. Among them, the task receiving platform can be at least one of an online platform, an operation and maintenance platform, a live broadcast platform, etc., and specifically can include a live broadcast room, a small program, a public account, WeChat TM , Alipay TM , text messages and other software or programs that can receive task push information.

[0160] In some embodiments of this specification, when the feeding device is in the factory state, the target user can power on the feeding device through the power supply unit, and can bind the feeding device through the small program or application program associated with the feeding device on the terminal, and can configure food in at least two food barrels of the feeding device. For example, if the device includes two food barrels, they can be divided into a main barrel and a secondary barrel for configuration. Cat food can be configured in the main barrel and freeze-dried food can be configured in the secondary barrel. Of course, the types of food configured in each food barrel can be adjusted according to requirements. At this time, the feeding device will be exposed on the small program or application program, and any user can access the feeding device through the small program or application program to achieve shared feeding and viewing on the whole people platform. Of course, the permissions of the feeding device belong to the target user of the device, and the target user can confirm in the background whether to expose the feeding device on the application program or small program.

[0161] Furthermore, the user can enter the device interface of the feeding device by using the application program or small program or scanning the exposed device code of the feeding device. The device interface can include various controls, such as a feeding control, a viewing angle switching control, etc. The user can switch the camera by clicking the viewing angle switching control to observe the specific situation around the feeding device from different angles. The user can also click the feeding control and send corresponding food output instructions to the feeding device by selecting the type of food in the storage chamber to control the type of food output from the food outlet. For example, when the user clicks the feeding control and options such as cat food and freeze-dried food appear, when the user clicks the cat food feeding button on the interface (main barrel); at this time, the control unit issues an instruction to control the feeding mechanism to start.

[0162] All articles and references disclosed, including patent applications and publications, are incorporated herein by reference for various purposes. The term "consisting essentially of" in describing a combination shall include the identified elements, ingredients, components or steps and other elements, ingredients, components or steps that do not materially affect the basic novel features of the combination. The use of the terms "comprising" or "including" to describe the combinations of elements, ingredients, components or steps herein also contemplates embodiments consisting essentially of these elements, ingredients, components or steps. By using the term "may" herein, it is intended that any of the attributes described as "may" include are optional. A plurality of elements, ingredients, components or steps can be provided by a single integrated element, ingredient, component or step. Alternatively, a single integrated element, ingredient, component or step can be divided into separate multiple elements, ingredients, components or steps. The disclosure of "a" or "an" to describe an element, ingredient, component or step does not mean to exclude other elements, ingredients, components or steps.

[0163] Each embodiment in this specification is described in a progressive manner, and the key point of each embodiment is to illustrate the differences from other embodiments. For the same and similar parts among the various embodiments, reference can be made to each other. The above embodiments are only for illustrating the technical concept and features of the present invention, and their purpose is to enable those skilled in the art to understand the content of the present invention and implement it accordingly. However, the protection scope of the present invention cannot be limited by this. Any equivalent changes or modifications made according to the spirit and essence of the present invention should be covered within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A feeding device, characterized in that, Comprising: A housing, the housing including at least two storage chambers and an inlet and an outlet communicating with each storage chamber, the storage chambers being for storing food; A grain discharging mechanism, the grain discharging mechanism being provided corresponding to each storage chamber, the grain discharging mechanism being disposed on the housing and controllably connected to the outlet; A control unit, the control unit being electrically connected to the grain discharging mechanism, the control unit being capable of controlling the start or stop of the grain discharging mechanism; An information acquisition unit, the information acquisition unit being disposed on the housing, the information acquisition unit being communicatively connected to the control unit and / or a terminal, the information acquisition unit being capable of acquiring environmental information and sending the acquired information to the control unit and / or the terminal.

2. The feeding device according to claim 1, characterized in that The control unit is wirelessly communicatively connected to the terminal, and the control unit controls the start or stop of the grain discharging mechanism based on an instruction from the terminal.

3. The feeding device according to claim 1, wherein The information acquisition unit includes at least one of the following: An image acquisition component, an audio acquisition component, a millimeter wave detection component, a pressure sensing component, or an infrared sensing component.

4. The feeding device according to claim 1, characterized in that, An isolation structure is provided in the inner cavity of the housing, and the inner cavity of the housing is separated into the at least two storage chambers by the isolation structure; or, a grain storage unit is provided in the inner cavity of the housing, and the grain storage unit includes the at least two storage chambers.

5. The feeding device according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, It further includes a sealing structure, the sealing structure being detachably provided on the housing, the sealing structure being capable of sealing the inlet; And / or, the sealing structure includes a sealing cover, the sealing cover being rotatably mounted on the housing, and the sealing cover being capable of sealingly connecting to each inlet; or, the sealing structure includes at least two sealing covers, the sealing covers being provided corresponding to the inlets, the sealing covers being rotatably mounted on the housing, and the sealing covers being sealingly connected to the corresponding inlets.

6. The feeding device according to claim 5, wherein A locking mechanism is provided on the sealing structure, the locking mechanism being for locking the sealing structure to the housing; And / or, the locking mechanism is electrically connected to the control unit, and the control unit is capable of controlling the locking or unlocking of the locking mechanism.

7. The feeding device according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, The grain discharging mechanism includes a rotating part rotatably connected to the housing and a driving part drivingly connected to the rotating part, and the housing further includes a grain discharging opening; The driving part is electrically connected to the control unit, the rotating part controllably communicates the outlet with the grain discharging opening, and the control unit is capable of controlling the rotation of the rotating part by controlling the action of the driving part, and controlling the food in the storage chamber to be output from the outlet through the grain discharging opening.

8. The feeding device according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, It further includes a power supply unit disposed in the housing, the power supply unit being electrically connected to the control unit, and the power supply unit being capable of directly or indirectly supplying power to the control unit through an external device.

9. The feeding device according to claim 8, wherein It further includes a lining, the lining being installed in the gap between the housing and the storage chamber; Further, the lining includes a first groove for accommodating the power supply unit; And / or, the device further includes at least two remaining food detection units, which are electrically connected to the control unit. The remaining food detection units are arranged in the inner lining or the storage chamber, and the remaining food detection units can be used to detect the remaining amount of food in the storage chamber.

10. The feeding device according to claim 1, characterized in that, It further includes a food bowl assembly, which is detachably installed on the housing. The food bowl assembly includes a receiving cavity, a first opening and a second opening communicating with the receiving cavity. The first opening communicates the outlet with the receiving cavity, and the second opening is for animals to enter and exit.

11. The feeding device according to claim 10, wherein The food bowl assembly is arranged in the housing, and the first opening is connected to the outlet; or the food bowl assembly includes at least two first openings, and the first openings are correspondingly arranged with the outlets, and the first openings are connected to the corresponding outlets.

12. The feeding device according to claim 10 or 11, characterized in that, The food bowl assembly includes a base and a food bowl, and the base includes a bottom plate and a partition part; The base can be fixedly connected to the housing to enclose an installation chamber for accommodating the storage chamber, the food discharging mechanism and the control unit, and a second groove for accommodating and installing the food bowl; The first opening and the second opening are arranged on the food bowl, and the partition part of the base includes a third opening communicating the first opening with the outlet.

13. The feeding device according to claim 10, wherein The information collection unit includes an image collection part, which is arranged on the food bowl assembly, and the image collection part is used for collecting information of animals entering and exiting through the second opening.

14. The feeding device according to claim 13, wherein, The information collection unit includes a camera assembly, which is fixed on the food bowl assembly; And / or, the camera assembly includes an audio collection part, a lighting part and the image collection part. The audio collection part is used for collecting audio information of the external environment, and the lighting part is used for providing lighting for the receiving cavity of the food bowl assembly.

15. The feeding device according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, It further includes a speaker, which is electrically connected to the control unit, and the speaker is installed in the housing.

16. The feeding device according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, The housing includes a device interface, which is used for connecting external devices. The device interface is connected to the control unit, and the control unit can control the connected external devices through the device interface to realize the functions of the external devices.

17. The feeding device according to claim 16, wherein The device interface includes at least one of the following: a power supply output interface, a wired communication interface, a power supply input interface, a wireless communication interface, an external storage interface.

18. The feeding device according to claim 16, wherein, The external devices include at least one of the following: a lighting device, an ultraviolet disinfection device, a heating pad, a camera device, a power supply device, an animal interaction device, an animal capture device, a data storage device.

19. A feeding system, characterized in that, It at least includes the feeding device according to any one of claims 1 to 18 and a terminal, and the terminal can control the feeding device to feed animals with food.

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