Oyster seed collector

By designing an oyster seedling collector, the problem of oysters transplanting from oyster rods to scallop cages is solved, the adhesion and survival rate of oyster seedlings is improved, the risk of damage and operation difficulty is reduced, and efficient oyster seedling transplantation and breeding is achieved.

CN223298306UActive Publication Date: 2025-09-05SHANDONG ACAD OF MARINE SCI (QINGDAO NAT MARINE SCI RES CENT)
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Application Number
CN202422765217.3
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-11-13
Publication Date
2025-09-05
Estimated Expiration
2034-11-13

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Technical Problem

In traditional methods, oysters are difficult to separate and easily damaged when transplanted from oyster sticks to scallop cages, which consumes time and effort, affecting the survival rate and breeding efficiency of oysters.

Method used

An oyster seedling harvester is designed, including the main rope, aquaculture rope, aquaculture mechanism and a cage mechanism. The seedling harvesting mechanism is fixedly connected to the breeding rope through an installation ring. The seedling tray is composed of corn starch base to facilitate the attachment and disengagement of the oyster seedlings. The cage mechanism provides additional protection, the edge-sealing belt and tightening rope ensure stability, and the flexible steel cage is suitable for seedling trays of different shapes and sizes.

Benefits of technology

It improves the adhesion and survival rate of oyster seedlings, reduces the risk of damage during transplantation, simplifies the operation process, reduces the cost of breeding, and supports the sustainable development of the oyster breeding industry.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses an oyster seed collector, and relates to the field of oyster cultivation. The oyster fry collecting device comprises a main rope and breeding ropes, ten breeding ropes are arranged at the bottom of the main rope, a plurality of fry collecting mechanisms are installed on the ten breeding ropes, the fry collecting mechanisms are arranged, a basic frame is composed of the main rope and the breeding ropes, and the oyster fry collecting device is hung in water to provide a stable attachment environment for oyster fry. The attachment area is enlarged, the attachment rate and the cultivation efficiency are improved through the arrangement of the multiple cultivation ropes, the installation rings and the cultivation ropes are connected in a sleeved mode to facilitate installation and detachment, firm connection is ensured through combination of inserting holes and inserting and pulling blocks and reinforcement of pins, falling is prevented, the seedling containing disc serves as an attachment matrix and is made of corn starch-based materials, and good biodegradability is achieved; the arc-shaped concave surface is arranged to improve the adhesion rate and protect the oyster seeds, the seed placing disc is efficiently degraded to enable the oyster seeds to be naturally separated after growing up, manual stripping or using of tools is not needed, and the breeding efficiency is improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the field of oyster breeding, in particular to an oyster seedling collector. Background Art

[0002] Oyster seed farming refers to the cultivation of oyster seedlings in a specific breeding environment until they grow into commercial oysters suitable for market sale. This process involves multiple links, including seed collection, seed cultivation, growth management and final harvesting.

[0003] In traditional oyster fry farming, oyster sticks serve as the main attachment substrate, and oysters will use the strong adhesive compound they secrete to firmly adhere to it. However, when oysters need to be transplanted from oyster sticks to scallop cages for continued farming, this strong attachment characteristic becomes a problem. Because the oyster's attachment is irreversible and the adhesive is extremely sticky, extreme caution must be taken during the transplantation process to avoid causing damage to the oysters or affecting their survival. Traditional transplantation methods, such as manual peeling or using specific tools to gently separate them, are not only time-consuming and labor-intensive, but may also damage the oyster's shell and flesh. Utility Model Content

[0004] Based on this, the purpose of the utility model is to provide an oyster seed collector to solve the technical problem that oysters are difficult to separate and easily damaged when transplanted from oyster rods to scallop cages.

[0005] To achieve the above-mentioned object, the present invention provides the following technical solution: an oyster seed collector, comprising a main rope and a culture rope, wherein ten culture ropes are provided at the bottom of the main rope, and a plurality of seed collecting mechanisms are installed on the ten culture ropes, wherein the seed collecting mechanisms include a mounting ring, wherein the mounting ring is sleeved with the culture ropes, wherein a socket is provided on the back of the mounting ring, wherein an insertion block is provided on the back of the insertion block, and a pin is provided on the shortened end of the insertion block, wherein the pin is in contact with the socket, and the pin is used to fix the mounting ring to the culture ropes;

[0006] A seedling tray is provided at the front end of the mounting ring. The seedling tray is made of corn starch. The outer surface of the seedling tray is provided with an arc-shaped concave surface. The arc-shaped concave surface is used to place oyster seedlings. The seedling tray can be efficiently degraded and helps the oyster seedlings to separate from the seedling tray.

[0007] By adopting the above technical solution, the seedling collection mechanism is fixedly connected to the breeding rope through mounting rings and pins, ensuring stability and durability. The seedling tray is made of corn starch, which can be efficiently degraded, helping the oyster seedlings to easily detach after maturity.

[0008] Furthermore, a cage mechanism is provided at the front end of the seedling tray, and the cage mechanism includes a cage body, and an edge band is provided on the outer side of the cage body.

[0009] By adopting the above technical solution, the cage mechanism provides additional protection for the seedling tray, preventing external impurities and organisms from interfering with the growth of oyster seedlings, while reducing the risk of damage to the oyster seedlings during transplantation or movement.

[0010] Furthermore, a tightening opening is provided at the rear end of the edge band, and the cage body and the edge band are used for sleeve-fitting the seedling tray.

[0011] By adopting the above technical solution, the cage mechanism can be tightly connected to the seedling tray, preventing the oyster seedlings from falling off from the seed collector due to water flow or other external forces, thereby improving the survival rate and attachment rate of the oyster seedlings.

[0012] Furthermore, a tightening opening is provided at the rear end of the edge band, and a tightening rope is provided on one side of the tightening opening, and the tightening rope is used to shrink the tightening opening.

[0013] By adopting the above technical solution, the tightening rope allows the opening of the cage mechanism to be flexibly adjusted according to the size of the seedling tray, which not only facilitates the connection process but also ensures the stability after connection. In addition, it also helps to quickly disassemble and install, reducing maintenance costs.

[0014] Furthermore, the ten breeding ropes are arranged in a linear array at equal intervals, and the breeding ropes are made of synthetic fiber material.

[0015] By adopting the above technical solution, the oyster seed collector can maintain balance and stability in the water. At the same time, the synthetic fiber material has good corrosion resistance and durability, which extends the service life of the seed collector.

[0016] Furthermore, there are multiple seedling trays, and the multiple seedling trays are divided into multiple groups, and each group is provided with five seedling trays.

[0017] By adopting the above technical solution, the setting of multiple seedling trays further increases the attachment area and breeding efficiency of oyster seedlings. The setting of five seedling trays in each group is convenient for management and maintenance, and also facilitates the collection and transplantation of oyster seedlings.

[0018] Furthermore, the cage mechanism as a whole is a flexible wire cage, and the number of cage mechanisms is compatible with multiple seedling trays.

[0019] By adopting the above technical solution, the setting of the flexible wire cage makes the cage mechanism have sufficient strength to protect the oyster seedlings and sufficient flexibility to adapt to seedling trays of different shapes and sizes. This adaptability improves the versatility and practicality of the seedling collector.

[0020] Furthermore, a plurality of cage holes are formed on the outer surface of the cage body, and the plurality of cage holes are arranged in an irregular array.

[0021] By adopting the above technical solution, the setting of the cage holes allows water and nutrients to pass freely through the cage body, providing a good growth environment for oyster seedlings. The irregular array arrangement makes the cage body flexible and adaptable while maintaining strength.

[0022] In summary, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0023] 1. The utility model provides a seedling collection mechanism, wherein the basic frame is composed of a main rope and a cultivation rope, which is suspended in the water to provide a stable attachment environment for oyster seedlings. The provision of multiple cultivation ropes expands the attachment area, improves the attachment rate and cultivation efficiency, and the installation ring is connected to the cultivation rope for easy installation and disassembly. The combination of the socket and the plug-in block and the pin reinforcement ensures a firm connection to prevent falling off. The seedling tray serves as the attachment matrix and is made of a corn starch-based material with good biodegradability. The arc-shaped concave surface is set to improve the attachment rate and protect the oyster seedlings. The seedling tray is efficiently degraded so that the oyster seedlings are naturally separated after they grow up, without the need for manual peeling or the use of tools, thereby improving cultivation efficiency and reducing costs. The overall configuration takes into account the growth habits and cultivation needs of oysters, solves the problems of traditional cultivation, and supports the sustainable development of the oyster cultivation industry.

[0024] 2. The utility model is provided with a cage mechanism, which provides additional protection for the seedling tray through the cage body, preventing external impurities and biological interference, and reducing the risk of damage to oyster seedlings during transplantation or movement. The edge sealing belt enhances the closedness and stability of the cage body, tightly fitting the seedling tray to prevent the oyster seedlings from falling off due to water flow or external force, thereby improving the survival rate and attachment rate. The setting of the tightening mouth and the tightening rope allows the opening of the cage mechanism to be flexibly adjusted, which is convenient for fitting the seedling tray and ensuring stability. At the same time, it is easy to quickly disassemble and install, enhances the connection strength, and prevents accidental falling off. These newly added structures improve the overall stability and protection performance of the oyster seed collector, simplify operation, reduce breeding costs, and provide reliable technical support for the sustainable development of the oyster breeding industry. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0025] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the utility model;

[0026] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the rear-view stereoscopic structure of the utility model;

[0027] Figure 3 For this utility model Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure enlarged in the middle;

[0028] Figure 4 For this utility model Figure 2 Schematic diagram of the structure enlarged at point B.

[0029] In the figure: 1. Main rope; 2. Breeding rope; 3. Seedling collection mechanism; 301. Mounting ring; 302. Socket; 303. Seedling tray; 304. Arc-shaped concave surface; 305. Insertion block; 306. Pin; 4. Cage mechanism; 401. Cage body; 402. Cage hole; 403. Edge band; 404. Tightening opening; 405. Tightening rope. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0030] The following will be combined with the drawings in the embodiments of the present invention to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention. The embodiments described below with reference to the drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain the present invention, and cannot be understood as limiting the present invention.

[0031] In the description of the present invention, it should be noted that the terms "center", "up", "down", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "inside", "outside", etc., indicating directions or positional relationships, are based on the directions or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific direction, be constructed and operated in a specific direction. Therefore, they cannot be understood as limitations on the present invention. In addition, the terms "first", "second", and "third" are only used for descriptive purposes and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0032] In the description of the present invention, it should be noted that, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the terms "install", "connect", "connect", and "set" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection, or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, or it can be a connection between the internal parts of two components. For ordinary technicians in this field, the specific meanings of the above terms in the present invention can be understood according to specific circumstances.

[0033] The following describes an embodiment of the present invention based on its overall structure.

[0034] Example 1:

[0035] Oyster seed collector, such as Figure 1-Figure 4As shown, it includes a main rope 1 and a breeding rope 2. Ten breeding ropes 2 are provided at the bottom of the main rope 1, and a plurality of seedling collecting mechanisms 3 are installed on the ten breeding ropes 2. The seedling collecting mechanism 3 includes a mounting ring 301. The mounting ring 301 is sleeved with the breeding rope 2. A socket 302 is provided on the back of the mounting ring 301. A plug-in block 305 is provided on the back of the socket 302, and a pin 306 is provided on the short end of the plug-in block 305. The pin 306 is connected to the socket 302, and the pin 306 is used to fix the mounting ring 301 to the breeding rope 2. A seedling tray 303 is provided at the front end of the mounting ring 301. The seedling tray 303 is made of corn starch. The outer surface of the seedling tray 303 is provided with an arc-shaped concave surface 304, which is used to place oyster seedlings. The seedling tray 303 can be efficiently degraded and helps the oyster seedlings to separate from the seedling tray 303. Through the main rope 1 and ten equidistantly arranged breeding ropes 2, the oyster seed collector provides a stable and evenly distributed attachment frame. The seedling collecting mechanism 3 is firmly connected to the breeding rope 2 through the mounting ring 301 and the pin 306, ensuring the stability and safety of the oyster seedlings during the attachment process. The seedling tray 303 is made of corn starch and can be efficiently degraded, which helps the oyster seedlings to easily separate from the seedling tray after maturity, reducing the labor intensity and cost during harvesting.

[0036] See Figure 1 、 Figure 2 A cage mechanism 4 is provided at the front end of the seedling tray 303. The cage mechanism 4 includes a cage body 401. A sealing edge band 403 is provided on the outside of the cage body 401. The cage mechanism 4 provides an additional protective barrier for the seedling tray 303 to prevent external impurities, algae or other organisms from attaching and interfering with the seedling tray, which helps to maintain the growth environment of the oyster seedlings and improve their survival rate and growth quality.

[0037] See Figure 1 、 Figure 2 The rear end of the edge band 403 is provided with a tightening mouth 404. The cage body 401 and the edge band 403 are used to socket the seedling tray 303. The setting of the edge band 403 and the tightening mouth 404 enhances the sealing and stability of the cage mechanism 4. They can be tightly socketed on the periphery of the seedling tray 303 to prevent the oyster seedlings from falling off from the seedling collector due to water impact or other external forces, thereby further improving the survival rate and attachment rate of the oyster seedlings.

[0038] Example 2:

[0039] See Figure 1 、 Figure 4The rear end of the edge band 403 is provided with a tightening opening 404, and a tightening rope 405 is provided on one side of the tightening opening 404. The tightening rope 405 is used to shrink the tightening opening 404. The tightening rope 405 allows the opening of the cage mechanism 4 to be flexibly adjusted according to the size of the seedling tray 303. This arrangement not only facilitates the socketing process of the cage body 401 and the seedling tray 303, but also ensures the stability after socketing. When the seedling tray needs to be replaced or maintained, the tightening opening 404 can be easily opened by loosening the tightening rope 405, thereby realizing quick disassembly and installation, reducing the difficulty and cost of operation.

[0040] See Figure 3 、 Figure 4 The ten culture ropes 2 are evenly spaced in a linear array, and the material of the culture ropes 2 is synthetic fiber. The culture ropes 2 arranged evenly in a linear array enable the oyster seed collector to maintain balance and stability in the water, which is conducive to the uniform attachment and growth of oyster seedlings. The synthetic fiber material has good corrosion resistance and durability, which can extend the service life of the seed collector and reduce the breeding cost.

[0041] See Figure 3 、 Figure 4 There are multiple seedling trays 303, and the multiple seedling trays 303 are divided into multiple groups, and each group of seedling trays 303 is provided with five. The setting of multiple seedling trays 303 increases the attachment area and breeding efficiency of oyster seedlings. The setting of five seedling trays in each group is convenient for management and maintenance, and also facilitates the collection and transplantation of oyster seedlings, thereby improving the convenience and efficiency of breeding.

[0042] See Figure 3 、 Figure 4 The cage mechanism 4 is a flexible wire cage as a whole, and the number of cage mechanisms 4 is adapted to multiple seedling trays 303. The setting of the flexible wire cage makes the cage mechanism 4 have sufficient strength to protect the oyster seedlings and sufficient flexibility to adapt to seedling trays 303 of different shapes and sizes. This adaptability improves the versatility and practicality of the seedling collector and reduces the waste and cost caused by the inconsistency of the seedling tray sizes.

[0043] See Figure 1 、 Figure 2 、 Figure 3 、 Figure 4 The outer surface of the cage body 401 is provided with a plurality of cage holes 402, and the plurality of cage holes 402 are arranged in an irregular array. The arrangement of the cage holes 402 allows water and nutrients to pass freely through the cage body 401, providing a good growth environment for oyster seedlings. The irregular array arrangement enables the cage body 401 to maintain strength while also having a certain degree of flexibility and adaptability, which helps to reduce the impact and interference of water flow on oyster seedlings, and improve their growth quality and survival rate.

[0044] The implementation principle of the present invention is as follows: first, ensure that the main rope 1 and the breeding rope 2 are correctly connected, and the breeding ropes 2 are arranged equidistantly in a linear array at the bottom of the main rope 1; check the integrity of the seedling collecting mechanism 3, ensure that the mounting ring 301, the socket 302, the plug-in block 305 and the pin 306 and other components are complete and functioning properly; prepare the seedling trays 303, note that each group should contain five seedling trays, and ensure that they are made of corn starch-based materials with good biodegradability; prepare the corresponding number of cage mechanisms 4 according to the number of seedling trays 303, and ensure that they are flexible steel wire cages, and that the cage body 401 has multiple irregularly arranged cage holes 402;

[0045] Attach the mounting ring 301 to the culture rope 2, ensuring that the socket 302 on the back of the mounting ring is aligned with the plug-in block 305, and use the pin 306 to pass through the socket 302 and the plug-in block 305 to securely connect the mounting ring 301 to the culture rope 2. Install the seedling tray 303 at the front end of the mounting ring 301, ensuring that the arc-shaped concave surface 304 faces outward for placing oyster seedlings. Attach the cage body 401 and the edge band 403 of the cage mechanism 4 to the front end of the seedling tray 303, ensuring that the tightening opening 404 at the rear end of the edge band can be tightly closed. Use the tightening rope 405 to tighten the tightening opening 404 to ensure that the cage mechanism 4 is firmly attached to the seedling tray 303.

[0046] The assembled oyster seed collector is suspended in water to ensure that the oyster seedlings have sufficient attachment area and a stable growth environment. The status of the oyster seed collector is regularly checked, including the stability of the culture rope 2, the integrity of the seed collecting mechanism 3, and the protective effect of the cage mechanism 4. When the oyster seedlings mature, the seedling tray 303 will naturally degrade, and the oyster seedlings can be easily separated from the seedling tray without the need for tedious manual peeling or the use of special tools.

[0047] In addition, if the seedling tray 303 needs to be replaced or maintained, the tightening rope 405 can be loosened, the tightening opening 404 can be opened, and the cage mechanism 4 and the seedling tray can be disassembled.

[0048] Parts not involved in the present invention are the same as those in the prior art or can be implemented by using the prior art, and will not be described in detail here.

[0049] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, these specific embodiments are merely explanations of the present invention and are not limitations on the present invention. The specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in a suitable manner in any one or more embodiments or examples. After reading this specification, those skilled in the art may make modifications, substitutions, and variations to the embodiments as needed without departing from the principles and purpose of the present invention, but as long as they are within the scope of the claims of the present invention, they are protected by patent law.

Claims

1. Oyster seed collector, characterized by: The invention comprises a main rope (1) and a breeding rope (2), wherein ten breeding ropes (2) are provided at the bottom of the main rope (1), and a plurality of seedling collecting mechanisms (3) are installed on the ten breeding ropes (2), and the seedling collecting mechanisms (3) comprise a mounting ring (301), wherein the mounting ring (301) is sleeved with the breeding ropes (2), a socket (302) is provided on the back of the mounting ring (301), a plug-in block (305) is provided on the back of the socket (302), and a pin (306) is provided on the shortened portion of the plug-in block (305), wherein the pin (306) is in contact with the socket (302), and the pin (306) is used to fix the mounting ring (301) and the breeding ropes (2); A seedling tray (303) is provided at the front end of the mounting ring (301), the seedling tray (303) being composed of a corn starch base, and an outer surface of the seedling tray (303) being provided with an arc-shaped concave surface (304), the arc-shaped concave surface (304) being used for placing oyster seedlings, the seedling tray (303) being highly degradable and facilitating the separation of the oyster seedlings from the seedling tray (303).

2. The oyster seed collector according to claim 1, characterized in that: A cage mechanism (4) is provided at the front end of the seedling placement tray (303), and the cage mechanism (4) comprises a cage body (401), and an edge band (403) is provided on the outer side of the cage body (401).

3. The oyster seed collector according to claim 2, characterized in that: The rear end of the edge band (403) is provided with a tightening opening (404), and the cage body (401) and the edge band (403) are used for sleeve-engaging the seedling tray (303).

4. The oyster seed collector according to claim 3, characterized in that: A tightening opening (404) is provided at the rear end of the edge band (403), and a tightening rope (405) is provided on one side of the tightening opening (404), wherein the tightening rope (405) is used to shrink the tightening opening (404).

5. The oyster seed collector according to claim 1, characterized in that: The ten breeding ropes (2) are arranged in a linear array at equal intervals, and the breeding ropes (2) are made of synthetic fiber material.

6. The oyster seed collector according to claim 1, characterized in that: The seedling placing trays (303) are provided in plurality, and the plurality of seedling placing trays (303) are divided into a plurality of groups, and each group of seedling placing trays (303) is provided with five seedling placing trays (303).

7. The oyster seed collector according to claim 3, characterized in that: The cage mechanism (4) is a flexible wire cage as a whole, and the number of the cage mechanisms (4) is adapted to the number of seedling trays (303).

8. The oyster seed collector according to claim 3, characterized in that: The outer surface of the cage body (401) is provided with a plurality of cage holes (402), and the plurality of cage holes (402) are arranged in an irregular array.