Feeding and water feeding device

Abstract

The utility model discloses a food and water feeding device which comprises a base plate, a food feeding mechanism and a water feeding mechanism, wherein the food feeding mechanism and the water feeding mechanism are arranged on the base plate. The feeding mechanism comprises a storage box used for storing grains, a grain outlet formed in the bottom of the storage box and an impeller assembly matched with the grain outlet. The water feeding mechanism comprises a water storage unit, a water outlet pipe communicated with the water storage unit and a power unit used for lowering or lifting a water outlet of the water outlet pipe. According to the food and water feeding device, the food feeding mechanism and the water feeding mechanism are integrated, the basic requirements of pets are met, the food feeding mechanism can avoid the accumulation phenomenon at the food outlet, the water feeding mechanism can flexibly control the water outlet amount, and waste and pollution of water resources are effectively avoided.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the field of pet supplies, and more particularly to a feeding and watering device. Background Art

[0002] With the acceleration of urbanization, the concept of scientific pet care is becoming increasingly popular among young people. As people's demands for smart home living continue to rise, the pet consumption market continues to expand steadily. However, due to the fast-paced lives of young people and the increasing number of travel and leisure activities of the elderly, there are now more and more "empty nest pets." How to conveniently and effectively care for pets remotely is a basic need for many pet owners. However, most pet robotic devices on the market are generally designed with corresponding structures for specific application scenarios. These corresponding pet robotic devices are only capable of feeding or watering individually, with limited functions. This can easily lead to problems such as food accumulation at the outlet and the inability to flexibly control water output, resulting in waste and pollution. Utility Model Content

[0003] The present invention aims to overcome at least one defect of the above-mentioned prior art and provide a feeding and watering device for solving the problem that the pet robot device in the prior art can only feed or water separately, has a single function, is prone to food accumulation at the outlet, and cannot flexibly control the water output, causing waste and pollution.

[0004] The technical solutions adopted by this utility model are as follows:

[0005] A feeding and watering device comprises: a base plate, a feeding mechanism and a watering mechanism arranged on the base plate; the feeding mechanism comprises a storage box for storing grain, a grain outlet arranged at the bottom of the storage box, and an impeller assembly cooperating with the grain outlet; the watering mechanism comprises a water storage unit, a water outlet pipe connected to the water storage unit, and a power unit for lowering or raising the water outlet of the water outlet pipe.

[0006] In one embodiment, the water storage unit includes a water pump, a water inlet pipe connected to the water pump, and a water storage bottle connected to the water inlet pipe, and the water outlet pipe is connected to the water pump.

[0007] In one embodiment, the power unit includes a connecting rod assembly connected to the water outlet pipe, and a steering gear assembly for driving the connecting rod assembly.

[0008] In one embodiment, the servo assembly includes a servo and a servo arm connected to the output end of the servo; the connecting rod assembly includes a connecting rod connected to the water outlet pipe, and a limiting rod connected to the servo arm and used to limit the connecting rod.

[0009] In one embodiment, the limiting rod is provided with a limiting column, and the connecting rod is provided with a limiting sliding groove that cooperates with the limiting column.

[0010] In one embodiment, the storage box further includes a box cover, and a desiccant box is provided on the inner side of the box cover.

[0011] In one embodiment, the box cover is fixed to the top of the storage box by a spring buckle.

[0012] In one embodiment, the water outlet pipe is a flexible pipe.

[0013] In one embodiment, the water feeding mechanism further includes an integrated board, the water storage unit and the power unit are arranged on the integrated board, and the integrated board is connected to the base plate via an adjusting column.

[0014] In one embodiment, the bottom of the storage box is further provided with a grain discharge chute cooperating with the grain discharge port.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention include at least:

[0016] The feeding and watering device of the present technical solution integrates the feeding mechanism and the watering mechanism into one, which meets the basic needs of pets. The feeding mechanism can avoid the phenomenon of food accumulation at the outlet, and the watering mechanism can flexibly control the water output, effectively avoiding water waste and pollution. Specifically, the present technical solution sets an impeller assembly at the bottom of the storage box, and controls the timing of the impeller assembly to start and shut down, which can not only prevent food from accumulating at the food outlet, but also can allocate the amount needed by the pet for a day in a regular and quantitative manner, without relying on WiFi network control, and has greater flexibility. At the same time, the watering mechanism of the present technical solution uses the power unit to lower or raise the water outlet of the water pipe, thereby achieving precise control of the water volume. That is, when the power unit lowers the water outlet, water flows out of the water pipe, and when the power unit raises the water outlet, the water in the water pipe immediately flows back and no water flows out, thereby avoiding waste or pollution caused by excessive water. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic structural diagram of the feeding and watering device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0018] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the water feeding mechanism according to the embodiment of the utility model. Figure 1 .

[0019] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the water feeding mechanism according to the embodiment of the utility model. Figure 2 .

[0020] Figure 4This is a structural diagram of the feeding mechanism described in an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0021] Figure numerals: 10, base plate; 20, feeding mechanism; 21, storage box; 22, grain outlet; 23, impeller assembly; 24, box cover; 241, spring buckle; 25, desiccant box; 26, grain outlet chute; 30, water feeding mechanism; 31, water storage unit; 311, water pump; 312, water inlet pipe; 313, water storage bottle; 32, water outlet pipe; 33, power unit; 331, connecting rod assembly; 3311, connecting rod; 3312, limiting rod; 3313, limiting column; 3314, limiting slide; 332, servo assembly; 3321, servo; 3322, servo arm; 3323, servo fixing bracket; 34, integrated board; 35, adjusting column. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0022] The drawings in this utility model are for illustrative purposes only and are not to be construed as limiting the scope of this utility model. To better illustrate the following embodiments, some components in the drawings may be omitted, enlarged, or reduced in size, and do not represent the actual dimensions of the products. It is understandable to those skilled in the art that some well-known structures and their descriptions may be omitted from the drawings.

[0023] like Figures 1-4 The feeding and watering device shown includes: a base plate 10, a feeding mechanism 20 and a water feeding mechanism 30 arranged on the base plate 10; the feeding mechanism 20 includes a storage box 21 for storing grain, a grain outlet 22 arranged at the bottom of the storage box 21, and an impeller assembly 23 cooperating with the grain outlet 22; the water feeding mechanism 30 includes a water storage unit 31, a water outlet pipe 32 connected to the water storage unit 31, and a power unit 33 for lowering or raising the water outlet of the water outlet pipe 32.

[0024] The feeding and watering device of this embodiment integrates a feeding mechanism 20 and a watering mechanism 30 into one unit, meeting the basic needs of pets. The feeding mechanism 20 prevents food from accumulating at the food outlet 22, while the watering mechanism 30 flexibly controls the water output, effectively preventing water waste and pollution. Specifically, this embodiment employs an impeller assembly 23 disposed at the bottom of the storage tank 21. By controlling the timing of the impeller assembly 23's activation and deactivation, this not only prevents food from accumulating at the food outlet 22 but also allows for a scheduled and quantitative delivery of the daily amount required by the pet, eliminating the need for Wi-Fi network control and providing greater flexibility. Furthermore, the watering mechanism 30 of this embodiment precisely controls the water flow by lowering or raising the outlet of the water pipe 32 via a power unit 33. Specifically, when the power unit 33 lowers the outlet, water flows from the water pipe 32. When the power unit 33 raises the outlet, water immediately flows back out of the water pipe 32, preventing waste or pollution caused by excessive water.

[0025] like Figure 2-Figure 3 As shown, the water storage unit 31 of this embodiment includes a water pump 311, a water inlet pipe 312 connected to the water pump 311, and a water storage bottle 313 in communication with the water inlet pipe 312. The water outlet pipe 32 is in communication with the water pump 311. The two ends of the water pump 311 are connected to the water inlet pipe 312 and the water outlet pipe 32, respectively. When the water pump 311 is started, water in the water storage bottle 313 enters the water pump 311 through the water inlet pipe 312 and flows out through the water outlet pipe 32, thereby cooperating with the power unit 33 to achieve precise control of the water volume.

[0026] The power unit 33 in this embodiment includes a connecting rod assembly 331 connected to the water outlet pipe 32, and a steering gear assembly 332 for driving the connecting rod assembly 331. When the steering gear assembly 332 is activated, it drives the connecting rod assembly 331 to move, thereby driving the water outlet pipe 32 connected to the connecting rod assembly 331 to rise or fall, thereby raising or lowering the water outlet of the water outlet pipe 32 to achieve water discharge control.

[0027] In this embodiment, the steering gear assembly 332 includes a steering gear and a steering gear arm 3322 connected to the output end of the steering gear 3321. The connecting rod assembly 331 includes a connecting rod 3311 connected to the water outlet pipe 32, and a limiting rod 3312 connected to the steering gear arm 3322 and used to limit the position of the connecting rod 3311. When the steering gear 3321 operates, it sequentially drives the steering gear arm 3322, the limiting rod 3312, and the connecting rod 3311 to move, thereby indirectly raising or lowering the water outlet of the water outlet pipe 32.

[0028] The connecting rod 3311 of this embodiment is connected to the water outlet pipe 32 by means of glue. In addition, the steering gear 3321 of this embodiment is fixed to the steering gear fixing frame 3323, and one end of the connecting rod 3311 is rotatably connected to the steering gear fixing frame 3323, so that the rotation of the connecting rod 3311 has a fulcrum.

[0029] In this embodiment, the limiting rod 3312 is provided with a limiting post 3313, and the connecting rod 3311 is provided with a limiting slot 3314 that cooperates with the limiting post 3313. When the servo is activated, it sequentially drives the servo arm and the limiting rod 3312 to rotate, causing the limiting post 3313 to slide within the limiting slot 3314, driving the connecting rod 3311 to rotate, thereby raising or lowering the water outlet of the water outlet pipe 32.

[0030] The water outlet pipe 32 in this embodiment is a flexible pipe, so that the water outlet pipe 32 can be more easily lifted or lowered by the connecting rod. For example, the water outlet pipe 32 can be a rubber pipe, a plastic pipe, etc.

[0031] like Figure 4As shown, the storage box 21 of this embodiment further includes a box cover 24, and a desiccant box 25 is disposed inside the box cover 24. The box cover 24 seals the storage box 21, allowing for longer-term, cleaner, and more hygienic storage of grain. Furthermore, the desiccant box 25 disposed inside the box cover 24 keeps the air inside the storage box 21 dry, effectively preventing the grain from becoming moldy in humid climates.

[0032] The box cover 24 in this embodiment is fixed to the top of the storage box 21 by a spring buckle 241, which is convenient for opening and closing to replenish food while ensuring the sealing performance.

[0033] The impeller assembly 23 of this embodiment includes a motor and an impeller driven by the motor. The impeller is arranged on the inner side of the bottom of the storage box 21, and the motor is installed on the outer side of the bottom of the storage box 21.

[0034] The water feeding mechanism 30 in this embodiment further includes an integrated plate 34 , on which the water storage unit 31 and the power unit 33 are mounted. The integrated plate 34 is connected to the base plate 10 via an adjustment post 35 , allowing the height of the water feeding mechanism 30 to be adjusted. The adjustment post 35 can be configured as a retractable post or as a plurality of removable and interchangeable connecting posts of varying lengths. The adjustment post 35 can be made of aluminum, which is lightweight and durable.

[0035] In this embodiment, the bottom of the storage box 21 is further provided with a grain discharge chute 26 that cooperates with the grain discharge port 22. When the impeller assembly 23 is started, grain is dispensed from the grain discharge port 22 and falls into the food bowl through the grain discharge chute 26 to avoid grain splashing.

[0036] Obviously, the above embodiments of the present invention are merely examples for the purpose of clearly illustrating the technical solution of the present invention, and are not intended to limit the specific implementation methods of the present invention. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the claims of the present invention shall be included within the scope of protection of the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. A feeding and watering device, characterized in that: include: A base plate, a feeding mechanism and a water feeding mechanism arranged on the base plate; the feeding mechanism includes a storage box for storing grain, a grain outlet provided at the bottom of the storage box, and an impeller assembly cooperating with the grain outlet; the water feeding mechanism includes a water storage unit, a water outlet pipe connected to the water storage unit, and a power unit for lowering or raising the water outlet of the water outlet pipe.

2. The feeding and watering device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The water storage unit includes a water pump, a water inlet pipe connected to the water pump, and a water storage bottle communicated with the water inlet pipe, and the water outlet pipe is communicated with the water pump.

3. The feeding and watering device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The power unit includes a connecting rod assembly connected to the water outlet pipe, and a steering gear assembly for driving the connecting rod assembly.

4. The feeding and watering device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The servo assembly includes a servo and a servo arm connected to the output end of the servo; the connecting rod assembly includes a connecting rod connected to the water outlet pipe, and a limiting rod connected to the servo arm and used to limit the connecting rod.

5. The feeding and watering device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The limiting rod is provided with a limiting column, and the connecting rod is provided with a limiting sliding groove matched with the limiting column.

6. The feeding and watering device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The storage box further comprises a box cover, and a desiccant box is provided on the inner side of the box cover.

7. The feeding and watering device according to claim 6, characterized in that: The box cover is fixed to the top of the storage box by a spring buckle.

8. The feeding and watering device according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that: The water outlet pipe is a flexible pipe.

9. The feeding and watering device according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that: The water feeding mechanism further comprises an integrated plate, the water storage unit and the power unit are arranged on the integrated plate, and the integrated plate is connected to the base plate via an adjusting column.

10. The feeding and watering device according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that: The bottom of the storage box is also provided with a grain discharge chute matched with the grain discharge port.

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