Efficient light-condensing and heat-insulating container ecological planting system
Through the combined design of heliostat and thermally insulated glass lens, the problems of insufficient light and temperature fluctuations in container ecological planting are solved, efficient sunlight utilization and heat isolation are achieved, energy consumption and operation costs are reduced, space utilization and self-sufficiency are improved.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202422496371.5
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-10-15
- Publication Date
- 2025-08-08
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-10-15
AI Technical Summary
In container ecological planting, insufficient light and temperature fluctuations restrict the growth of plants. The existing technology is difficult to efficiently utilize sunlight and cannot effectively isolate heat, resulting in increased energy consumption and high operating costs.
The combination design of heliostat lens, thermally insulated glass lens and light guide is adopted to focus the sunlight into the light guide through the heliostat lens, infrared rays are reflected by thermally insulated glass and heat dissipation through the interlayer gap. Combined with photovoltaic panels and rainwater collection system, self-sufficiency energy supply and water resource utilization are achieved.
It improves sunlight utilization, reduces temperature fluctuations, reduces air conditioning use, reduces energy consumption, improves space utilization and self-sufficiency, and saves planting costs.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of ecological planting, in particular to a high-efficiency light-collecting and heat-insulating container ecological planting system. Background Art
[0002] Ecological planting techniques are gaining increasing attention in modern agriculture and urban horticulture. Efficiently utilizing natural resources to achieve healthy plant growth has become a pressing issue, particularly in environments with limited space and restricted environmental conditions. Traditional planting methods often rely on natural light and climatic conditions, significantly limiting flexibility and efficiency. Particularly in areas with insufficient sunlight or harsh climatic conditions, plant growth is often restricted, resulting in reduced yield and quality.
[0003] To overcome these limitations, people have begun experimenting with ecological farming in enclosed spaces like shipping containers. However, the lighting conditions inside containers often fail to meet plant growth requirements, especially when insufficient sunlight is present, which can severely impact plant growth. Furthermore, temperature fluctuations within containers are a challenge; excessively high or low temperatures can negatively impact plant growth.
[0004] To address the lighting and temperature challenges of container-based eco-cultivation, existing technologies employ a number of approaches. For example, increasing light exposure by opening windows or installing transparent materials often fails to meet the plants' intense light needs. Furthermore, to regulate the temperature inside the container, existing technologies typically employ air conditioning systems, increasing energy consumption and operating costs.
[0005] In addition, existing technologies also use reflectors or lenses to focus sunlight, but they often have problems such as ineffective heat isolation. Especially in strong sunlight, the focused sunlight often generates a lot of heat, causing heat damage to plants inside the container. Utility Model Content
[0006] The purpose of this utility model is to address the problems existing in the existing technology and provide a high-efficiency concentrated heat-insulating container ecological planting system, which can not only efficiently utilize sunlight but also effectively isolate heat, providing an ideal growth environment for plants in the container.
[0007] In order to achieve the above purpose, the technical solution adopted by the utility model is:
[0008] A high-efficiency, light-concentrating, heat-insulating container-based ecological planting system comprises: a container for providing a plant planting space; a light guide fixedly disposed within the container, the light guide having an incident port extending through and connected to a side wall of the container, the light guide having a plurality of light outlets disposed on the wall; a first lens and a second lens disposed at the incident port of the light guide, the first lens being heat-insulating glass and located on the outside, with an interlayer gap between the second lens and the first lens; a heliostat disposed on an exterior side of the container for directing external sunlight into the incident port of the light guide; and a heliostat bracket having a rotating portion connected to the back of the heliostat for adjusting the angular direction of the heliostat.
[0009] The peripheral sides of the first lens and the second lens are both sealed and connected to the inner wall of the light pipe, and the interlayer gap between the first lens and the second lens is filled with a water layer.
[0010] The tube wall of the light pipe located in the interlayer gap is provided with a water inlet and a water outlet for water circulation to remove heat.
[0011] The positional relationship between the heliostat support and the first lens is configured such that, during the angle adjustment process of the heliostat, the first lens is located midway between a line connecting a midday sunlight focus and a sunset sunlight focus of the heliostat.
[0012] The distance between the back of the heliostat and its rotation center is set to h. The distance h is configured so that during the angle adjustment process of the heliostat, the light spot position is always located at the center of the first lens.
[0013] The light guide is arranged at the center of the inner top of the container; a plurality of planting racks are arranged in the container and are divided into two groups and respectively connected to the inner walls on both sides of the container. The plurality of planting racks on the same side are stacked at equal intervals from bottom to top, and the areas decrease successively.
[0014] The ecological planting system includes a plurality of photovoltaic panels, which are detachably mounted on the outer top of the container through mounting brackets.
[0015] The ecological planting system includes several rainwater collection troughs. The photovoltaic panels are arranged at an angle. The rainwater collection troughs are arranged at the lower end of each photovoltaic panel. The rainwater collection troughs are provided with drainage holes, and the drainage holes are connected to the water pipes inside the container.
[0016] The focusing mirror surface of the heliostat includes a plurality of lenses, and the plurality of lenses are arranged toward the center of the heliostat, so as to direct the light spot of each lens to the same position to achieve focusing.
[0017] The inner wall of the container is provided with a heat-insulating foam layer.
[0018] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention are:
[0019] 1. The synergistic effect of the heliostat, the insulating glass first lens, and the light guide achieves efficient focusing and introduction of sunlight. At the same time, the insulating glass and the interlayer gap effectively isolate most of the heat in the sunlight, reducing temperature fluctuations inside the container, providing the plants with an adequate, uniform, and heat-free lighting environment, and reducing the use of air conditioning and energy consumption.
[0020] 2. By precisely configuring the positional relationship between the heliostat bracket and the first lens, and optimizing the distance between the back of the heliostat and its rotation center, we ensure that regardless of the angle of incidence of sunlight, the light spot can always be irradiated on the first lens in a relatively ideal state and size, thereby improving the utilization rate of sunlight.
[0021] 3. The light guide is located in the center of the top inside the container, and the planting racks are arranged in layers with decreasing areas. This layout not only improves space utilization, but also ensures that the plants on each layer of the planting racks can get sufficient sunlight.
[0022] 4. Photovoltaic panels are added to the top of the outer side of the container to convert solar energy into electrical energy, reducing the ecological planting container's dependence on external power sources and improving its self-sufficiency. By setting up rainwater collection troughs and water pipes, effective collection and utilization of rainwater is achieved, saving tap water consumption and reducing planting costs. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0023] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present invention or the technical solutions in the prior art, the following briefly introduces the drawings required for use in the embodiments or the description of the prior art. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying any creative work.
[0024] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the ecological planting device in the embodiment of the present application from a right-side perspective;
[0025] Figure 2 This is a structural schematic diagram of the ecological planting device in the embodiment of the present application from a left-biased perspective;
[0026] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of a container in an embodiment of the present application;
[0027] Figure 4 This is an exploded view of the light guide in the embodiment of the present application;
[0028] Figure 5This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a container in an embodiment of the present application from a top-down perspective;
[0029] Figure 6 A diagram showing the positional relationship between the heliostat and the first lens in an embodiment of the present application;
[0030] Figure 7 This is a positional relationship diagram of a heliostat in an embodiment of the present application when there is no distance between the heliostat and its rotation center;
[0031] In the figure: 1. Container; 2. Light guide; 2.1. Light outlet; 2.2. First lens; 2.3. Second lens; 3. Heliostat; 3.1. Lens; 4. Heliostat bracket; 5. Planting rack; 6. Photovoltaic panel; 7. Mounting bracket; 8. Rainwater collection trough; 8.1. Drain hole. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0032] The following is a clear and complete description of the technical solution of the present invention in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the embodiments described are only some of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of them. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative efforts are within the scope of protection of the present invention.
[0033] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating orientations or positional relationships, are based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, or are the orientations or positional relationships in which the utility model product is typically placed when in use. These terms are intended solely to facilitate the description of this utility model and simplify the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or component referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed, or operate in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and "third," etc., are used solely to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.
[0034] Furthermore, terms such as "horizontal" and "vertical" do not necessarily mean that a component must be absolutely horizontal or overhanging, but rather that it can be slightly tilted. For example, "horizontal" simply means that its direction is more horizontal than "vertical," and does not mean that the structure must be completely horizontal, but rather that it can be slightly tilted.
[0035] It should also be noted that, in the description of this utility model, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, the terms "disposed," "installed," "connected," and "connected" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, they may refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral connections; they may refer to direct connections, indirect connections through an intermediate medium, or internal communication between two components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.
[0036] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, this embodiment provides a high-efficiency, concentrated, and heat-insulated container ecological planting system, comprising: a container 1 for providing a plant planting space; a light guide 2 fixedly disposed within the container 1, with the light guide 2's incident port extending through and connected to a sidewall of the container 1; and a plurality of light outlets 2.1 disposed on the wall of the light guide 2. A first lens 2.2 and a second lens 2.3 are disposed at the incident port of the light guide 2. The first lens 2.2 is made of heat-insulating glass and is located on the outside, with an interlayer gap between the second lens 2.3 and the first lens 2.2. A heliostat 3 is disposed on the exterior of the container 1 for directing external sunlight into the incident port of the light guide 2. A heliostat bracket 4, the rotating portion of which is connected to the back of the heliostat 3 for adjusting the angular direction of the heliostat 3.
[0037] The ecological planting container of this embodiment realizes the efficient use of sunlight and heat isolation. A light pipe 2 is fixedly arranged inside the container 1, and an incident port is connected through one side wall thereof for receiving external sunlight. A plurality of light outlets 2.1 are distributed on the tube wall of the light pipe 2 to ensure that sunlight can be evenly irradiated to the plants in the container. At the incident port of the light pipe, a first lens 2.2 made of insulating glass and a second lens 2.3 matched therewith are provided, and an interlayer gap is formed between the two. The heliostat 3 accurately focuses the sunlight and guides it into the incident port of the light pipe through the adjustment of the heliostat bracket 4. The first lens 2.2 of the insulating glass can reflect infrared rays and effectively isolate about 80% of the heat in the sunlight, while the interlayer gap further enhances the heat dissipation effect to prevent the problem of excessive temperature caused by concentration.
[0038] Through the synergistic effect of the heliostat 3, the insulating glass first lens 2.2 and the light guide 2, sufficient, uniform and heat-free sunlight is provided to the plants in the container, which is conducive to the healthy growth of the plants.
[0039] The design of the gap between the insulating glass and the interlayer effectively isolates most of the heat from the sun, reduces temperature fluctuations inside the container, reduces the use of air conditioning, and reduces energy consumption.
[0040] The container design is easy to transport and deploy, does not rely on a specific natural environment, and the heliostats can be stored in the container during transportation, improving overall portability and practicality.
[0041] In some embodiments, the circumferential sides of the first lens 2.2 and the second lens 2.3 are sealed to the inner wall of the light pipe 2, and the interlayer gap between the first lens 2.2 and the second lens 2.3 is filled with a water layer; the tube wall of the light pipe 2 located in the interlayer gap is provided with a water inlet and a water outlet for water circulation to remove heat.
[0042] Specifically, the periphery of the first lens 2.2 and the second lens 2.3 are sealed to the inner wall of the light pipe 2, forming a closed space. Within this closed space, the interlayer gap between the first lens 2.2 and the second lens 2.3 is filled with a layer of water. When external sunlight is focused by the heliostat 3 and enters the light pipe, the insulating glass first lens 2.2 initially reflects most of the infrared light, isolating the heat from the sunlight. The water layer in the interlayer gap acts as a water circulation heat dissipation device, effectively absorbing and removing any residual heat from the first lens 2.2, ensuring that the temperature inside the light pipe 2 and the container 1 remains stable.
[0043] like Figure 6 As shown, in some embodiments, the positional relationship between the heliostat support 4 and the first lens 2.2 is configured such that, during the angle adjustment process of the heliostat 3, the first lens 2.2 is located in the middle of the line connecting the midday sunlight focus and the sunset sunlight focus of the heliostat 3.
[0044] Specifically, this embodiment takes into account the changes in the angle of incidence of sunlight throughout the day, which will cause a small deviation in the shape and position of the focused light spot. In order to optimize the focusing effect of the light spot and save material costs, this embodiment accurately configures the positional relationship between the heliostat bracket 4 and the first lens 2.2. During the angle adjustment process of the heliostat 3, the first lens 2.2 is set in the middle position of the line connecting the midday sunlight focus and the sunset sunlight focus of the heliostat 3. It ensures that no matter how the angle of incidence of sunlight changes, the light spot can be irradiated onto the first lens 2.2 in a relatively ideal state and size, and then be introduced into the light guide 2, thereby improving the utilization rate of sunlight. Secondly, it allows the insulating glass and the light guide to use smaller sizes, thereby saving material costs and reducing the manufacturing cost of the entire ecological planting container.
[0045] like Figure 6 As shown, in some embodiments, the distance between the back of the heliostat 3 and its rotation center is set to h, and the distance h is configured so that during the angle adjustment process of the heliostat 3, the light spot position is always at the center of the first lens 2.2.
[0046] Specifically, in this embodiment, the distance between the back of the heliostat 3 and its rotation center is optimized. This distance is set to h, and the value of h is precisely calculated to ensure that the light spot position is always at the center of the first lens 2.2 during the angle adjustment process of the heliostat 3. This configuration cleverly offsets the problem of light spot offset caused by changes in the incident angle of sunlight. When the heliostat 3 rotates with the movement of the sun, due to the certain distance h between the mirror surface and the rotation center, the focal point on the mirror surface will move accordingly, thereby offsetting the offset of the light spot on the first lens 2.2. This allows sunlight to always be irradiated on the first lens 2.2 in a relatively ideal state and size, and then efficiently guided into the light guide 2.
[0047] like Figure 7 As shown, if there is no distance h between the back of the heliostat 3 and its rotation center, the focus of the sunset sunlight will deviate from the first lens 2.2, resulting in low energy utilization.
[0048] like Figure 3 As shown, in some embodiments, the light guide 2 is arranged at the center of the inner top of the container 1; a plurality of planting racks 5 are provided in the container 1, and are divided into two groups and respectively connected to the inner walls on both sides of the container 1, and the plurality of planting racks 5 on the same side are stacked at equal intervals from bottom to top, and the area decreases successively.
[0049] Specifically, this embodiment optimizes the layout of the light guide 2 and planting racks 5. The light guide 2 is positioned at the center of the inner top of the container 1, ensuring that sunlight is evenly distributed throughout the container. Furthermore, the container 1 is equipped with several planting racks 5, which are divided into two groups and connected to the inner walls of the container on either side. The planting racks 5 on the same side are stacked in layers, spaced evenly from bottom to top, with decreasing area. This layered arrangement not only improves space utilization but also ensures that the plants on each layer of the planting racks receive sufficient sunlight.
[0050] In some embodiments, the ecological planting container includes a plurality of photovoltaic panels 6 , which are detachably mounted on the outer top of the container 1 through mounting brackets 7 .
[0051] Specifically, this embodiment incorporates several photovoltaic panels 6 on the outer top of the container 1. By utilizing these panels to convert solar energy into electrical energy, this effectively utilizes renewable energy, reduces the eco-planting container's reliance on external power sources, and enhances its self-sufficiency. Furthermore, the detachable design of the photovoltaic panels allows them to be easily stored within the container during transport, improving both convenience and efficiency.
[0052] like Figure 5As shown, in some embodiments, the ecological planting container includes several rainwater collection troughs 8, the photovoltaic panels 6 are arranged at an angle, and the rainwater collection troughs 8 are arranged at the lower end of each photovoltaic panel 6. The rainwater collection troughs 8 are provided with drainage holes 8.1, and the drainage holes 8.1 are connected to the water pipe inside the container 1.
[0053] Specifically, when rain falls on the photovoltaic panels 6, due to the inclined design of the photovoltaic panels, the rainwater will naturally flow into the rainwater collection trough 8. The rainwater collection trough 8 is provided with a drainage hole 8.1, which is connected to the water pipe inside the container 1. The collected rainwater will flow into the container through the drainage hole 8.1 and the water pipe to be used by the plants.
[0054] The design of the rainwater collection trough 8 effectively collects and utilizes rainwater, saving tap water. Furthermore, due to the rainwater collection and utilization system, the container only needs to replenish a small amount of water and nutrients during periods of low rainfall. All other energy required comes from sunlight, maximizing the utilization of natural resources.
[0055] In some embodiments, the focusing mirror surface of the heliostat 3 includes a plurality of lenses 3.1, each of which is arranged toward the center of the heliostat 3, so as to focus the light spot from each lens 3.1 to the same location. This structural design achieves a highly efficient focusing effect.
[0056] In some embodiments, the inner wall of the container 1 is provided with an insulating foam layer. This significantly improves the thermal insulation performance of the container 1, helping to reduce energy consumption in the air conditioning system. Furthermore, the use of the insulating foam layer helps to improve the stability of the container's internal environment, reducing the adverse effects of temperature fluctuations on plant growth.
[0057] Although the embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and variations may be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, and the scope of the present invention is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.
Claims
1. A high-efficiency concentrated heat-insulated container ecological planting system, characterized by: include: A container (1) for providing a space for growing plants; A light guide tube (2) is fixedly arranged inside the container (1), an incident port of the light guide tube (2) is connected to a side wall of the container (1), and a plurality of light outlets (2.1) are provided on the tube wall of the light guide tube (2); The incident port of the light pipe (2) is provided with a first lens (2.2) and a second lens (2.3); the first lens (2.2) is a heat-insulating glass and is located on the outside; and an interlayer gap is provided between the second lens (2.3) and the first lens (2.2); a heliostat (3), arranged on an external side of the container (1), for guiding external sunlight into the incident port of the light guide (2); A heliostat bracket (4) has a rotating portion connected to the back of the heliostat (3) and is used to adjust the angular direction of the heliostat (3).
2. The high-efficiency light-concentrating and heat-insulating container ecological planting system according to claim 1 is characterized in that: The peripheral sides of the first lens (2.2) and the second lens (2.3) are both sealed to the inner wall of the light pipe (2), and the interlayer gap between the first lens (2.2) and the second lens (2.3) is filled with a water layer.
3. The high-efficiency light-concentrating and heat-insulating container ecological planting system according to claim 2 is characterized in that: The tube wall of the light pipe (2) located in the interlayer gap is provided with a water inlet and a water outlet for water circulation to remove heat.
4. The high-efficiency light-concentrating and heat-insulating container ecological planting system according to claim 1 is characterized in that: The positional relationship between the heliostat support (4) and the first lens (2.2) is configured such that, during an angle adjustment process of the heliostat (3), the first lens (2.2) is located in the middle of a line connecting a midday sunlight focus and a sunset sunlight focus of the heliostat (3).
5. The high-efficiency light-concentrating and heat-insulating container ecological planting system according to claim 4 is characterized in that: The distance between the back of the heliostat (3) and its rotation center is set to h, and the distance h is configured so that, during the angle adjustment process of the heliostat (3), the light spot position is always located at the center of the first lens (2.2).
6. The high-efficiency light-concentrating and heat-insulating container ecological planting system according to claim 1 is characterized in that: The light guide (2) is arranged at the center of the inner top of the container (1); a plurality of planting racks (5) are arranged in the container (1), and are divided into two groups and respectively connected to the inner walls on both sides of the container (1); the plurality of planting racks (5) on the same side are stacked at equal intervals from bottom to top, and the areas decrease successively.
7. The high-efficiency light-concentrating and heat-insulating container ecological planting system according to claim 1 is characterized in that: It comprises a plurality of photovoltaic panels (6), wherein the plurality of photovoltaic panels (6) are detachably mounted on the outer top of the container (1) via mounting brackets (7).
8. The high-efficiency light-concentrating and heat-insulating container ecological planting system according to claim 7 is characterized in that: The invention comprises a plurality of rainwater collecting troughs (8), the photovoltaic panels (6) are arranged in an inclined manner, the rainwater collecting troughs (8) are arranged at the lower end of each photovoltaic panel (6), the rainwater collecting troughs (8) are provided with drainage holes (8.1), and the drainage holes (8.1) are connected to the water pipe inside the container (1).
9. The high-efficiency light-concentrating and heat-insulating container ecological planting system according to claim 1 is characterized in that: The focusing mirror surface of the heliostat (3) comprises a plurality of lenses (3.1), and the plurality of lenses (3.1) are all arranged toward the center of the heliostat (3) and are used to direct the light spot of each lens (3.1) to the same position to achieve focusing.
10. The high-efficiency light-concentrating and heat-insulating container ecological planting system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The inner wall of the container (1) is provided with a thermal insulation foam layer.