Bird viewer sealing structure and bird viewer using same

Abstract

The utility model provides a bird viewer sealing structure and a bird viewer using the same, the bird viewer sealing structure comprises an upper cover, a column body and a sealing cover, the sealing cover is provided with at least one inner fixing ring and at least one outer fixing ring, a first sealing ring is sleeved between the inner fixing ring and the outer fixing ring, the sealing cover is detachably connected with the column body, and the column body is detachably connected with the sealing cover. After the sealing cover is installed, the first sealing ring is clamped by the outer fixing ring and the upper end of the column body, the upper cover is sleeved with the sealing cover and then detachably connected with the column body, and after the upper cover is connected with the column body, the pressure of the upper cover on the sealing cover is not zero. Compared with the prior art, through the design of the upper cover, the sealing cover and the column body and the design of the first sealing ring and the second sealing ring, an airtight structure is formed, and the air tightness is effectively improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the field of bird feeding devices and observation devices, and more particularly to a sealing structure of a bird watcher and a bird watcher using the same. Background Art

[0002] Birdwatchers are a common device found in North America, often found in gardens. They differ from typical bird feeders in that hummingbirds feed on liquid nectar or simulated nectar, while most birds feed on dry food. Simulated nectar is typically made from water sweetened with sugar or honey. In many birdwatchers, nectar (or simulated nectar) is stored in a reservoir and delivered to simulated flowers. The birdwatcher may be equipped with a perch for hummingbirds to land on. Hummingbirds, with their elongated bills, insert their beaks into the simulated flower's access holes to feed.

[0003] Patent CN118104583A discloses a birdwatcher that utilizes a camera and AI recognition mechanism to automatically identify and record hummingbirds. Currently, commercially available birdwatchers suffer from a common problem: the feeder's airtightness is poor, causing the liquid to leak from various locations within the feeder, resulting in wasted nectar and numerous inconveniences during use. Utility Model Content

[0004] The technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to provide a bird watcher sealing structure with good air tightness and a bird watcher using the structure, in view of the defect that the bird watcher in the prior art has poor air tightness, which causes the liquid contained in the feeder to easily leak from various parts of the feeder.

[0005] The utility model provides a sealing structure of a bird watcher, comprising an upper cover, a column, and a sealing cover, wherein at least one inner fixing ring and at least one outer fixing ring are provided on the sealing cover, a first sealing ring is sleeved between the inner fixing ring and the outer fixing ring, the sealing cover is detachably connected to the column, after the sealing cover is installed, the first sealing ring is clamped by the outer fixing ring and the upper end of the column, the upper cover is detachably connected to the column after being sleeved into the sealing cover, and when the upper cover is connected to the column, the pressure of the upper cover on the sealing cover is not zero.

[0006] Preferably, a second sealing ring is provided between the inner fixing rings. After the sealing cover is installed, the outer wall of the second sealing ring abuts against the inner wall of the column.

[0007] Preferably, the upper cover includes a first fastening structure, and the column includes a second fastening structure, and the first fastening structure and the second fastening structure cooperate with each other to enable the upper cover and the column to be engaged.

[0008] Preferably, the first fastening structure is one or more polygonal mounting blocks, the second fastening structure includes an upper joint portion and a lower joint portion, a mounting groove is formed between the upper joint portion and the lower joint portion, and the first fastening structure is inserted into the mounting groove to complete the installation.

[0009] Preferably, the first fastening structure includes an insertion end, an upper clamping portion, and a lower clamping portion, and the insertion end, the upper clamping portion, and the lower clamping portion are integrally formed. The axial cross-sectional length of the insertion end along the bird watcher is smaller than the width of the mounting groove, and the distance from the upper end of the upper clamping portion to the lower end of the lower clamping portion is adapted to the width of the mounting groove.

[0010] Preferably, a reserved space is provided between the upper engaging portion and the lower engaging portion.

[0011] Preferably, the cross section of the first sealing ring is rectangular.

[0012] Preferably, the cross section of the second sealing ring is circular.

[0013] Preferably, the outer diameter of the second sealing ring is greater than the inner diameter of the cylinder.

[0014] Provided is a bird watcher using the above-mentioned bird watcher sealing structure.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the present invention utilizes the design of the upper cover, sealing cover, and column, as well as the design of the first sealing ring and the second sealing ring. The pressure of the upper cover on the sealing cover causes the second sealing ring to cling to the column, forming a first layer of airtight structure. The first sealing ring compresses the column, forming a second layer of airtight structure, effectively improving airtightness. The second sealing ring is designed to have a circular cross-section, and the outer diameter of the second sealing ring is larger than the inner diameter of the column, achieving an interference fit between the second sealing ring and the column, providing radial pressure on the inner wall of the column. At the same time, the circular outer ring is squeezed to create a closer contact with the inner wall of the column. The first sealing ring is designed to have a rectangular cross-section, which facilitates the outer fixing ring and the column to clamp the first sealing ring, improving airtightness. At the same time, under the rotation of the upper cover, the sealing ring sleeved on the sealing cover does not wrinkle or shift, exerting downward pressure on the column, further improving the sealing effect. The cooperation of the second fastening structure and the first fastening structure enables the upper cover and the column to engage. The structural design of the first fastening structure and the second fastening structure not only makes the engagement process smoother and more stable, but also increases the service life of both, making them less susceptible to damage. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0016] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments, as shown in the figures:

[0017] In the utility model: 1-bird watcher; 11-hook; 12-upper cover; 13-sealing cover; 14-column; 15-camera unit; 16-base cover; 17-base; 19-bracket; 10-sealing ring

[0018] 101 - first sealing ring; 102 - second sealing ring; 121 - first anti-ant device; 122 - first fastening structure; 1221 - insertion end; 1222 - upper engaging portion; 1223 - limit block; 1224 - lower engaging portion; 123 - rain shelter; 131 - sealing ring groove; 132 - inner fixing ring; 133 - outer fixing ring; 141 - second fastening structure; 1411 - upper joint; 1412 - lower joint; 1413 - mounting groove;

[0019] Figure 1 It is a structural schematic diagram of the utility model bird watching device;

[0020] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the upper cover structure of the birdwatcher of the utility model;

[0021] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the explosion of the upper structure of the birdwatcher of this utility model. Figure 1 ;

[0022] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the explosion of the upper structure of the birdwatcher of this utility model. Figure 2 ;

[0023] Figure 5 This is a partial cross-sectional view of the upper structure of the birdwatcher of the present invention;

[0024] Figure 6 It is a schematic diagram of the first fastening structure and the second fastening structure of the bird watcher of the present utility model. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0025] In order to solve the defect that the bird watcher in the prior art has poor air tightness, which causes the contained liquid to easily leak out from various parts of the feeder, a bird watcher with good air tightness is provided.

[0026] To facilitate understanding of the present invention, a more comprehensive description of the present invention will be provided below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The drawings illustrate exemplary embodiments of the present invention. However, the present invention can be implemented in many different forms and is not limited to the embodiments described herein. Rather, these embodiments are provided to provide a more thorough and comprehensive understanding of the present invention.

[0027] It should be noted that when an element is referred to as being "fixed to" another element, it may be directly attached to the other element or there may be an intermediate element. When an element is referred to as being "connected to" another element, it may be directly connected to the other element or there may be an intermediate element. The terms "vertical," "horizontal," and similar expressions used herein are for illustrative purposes only.

[0028] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as those commonly understood by those skilled in the art in the art of the present invention. The terms used herein in the specification of the present invention are only for the purpose of describing specific embodiments and are not intended to limit the present invention.

[0029] As used in this specification, terms containing ordinal numbers such as "first" and "second" may be used to describe various components, but these components are not limited by these terms. The purpose of using these terms is only to distinguish one component from other components. For example, without departing from the scope of the present invention, the first component can be named the second component, and similarly, the second component can be named the first component. The term "and / or" as used herein includes any and all combinations of one or more of the relevant listed items.

[0030] See also Figure 1 The birdwatcher 1 of the present invention includes a hook 11, an upper cover 12, a column 14, a camera unit 15, a base cover 16, a base 17, and a bracket 19. The hook 11 is mounted on the upper cover 12, which is detachably connected to the column 14. The base 17 is detachably connected to the lower portion of the column 14. The upper end of the base 17 is detachably covered with the base cover 16, and the lower portion is detachably connected to the bracket 19. The camera unit 15 is detachably inserted into the column 14.

[0031] See also Figure 2 The upper end of the upper cover 12 is provided with a first anti-ant device 121. This first anti-ant device 121 is a connected groove, generally arranged in a ring shape. When in use, this groove can store liquids such as water or insect repellent. When ants and other insects climb onto the upper cover 12 along the hook 11, they are blocked by the liquid in the first anti-ant device 121, preventing them from climbing onto the base cover 16 to absorb nectar and other liquids. The upper cover 12 is also provided with a rain shelter 123. The rain shelter 123 reduces the impact of rain on the camera unit 15, preventing water stains on the camera lens and preventing rain from wetting and damaging the camera unit 15.

[0032] See also Figure 3-Figure 6The sealing cover 13 is provided with at least one inner fixing ring 132 and at least one outer fixing ring 133. In this embodiment, one outer fixing ring 133 and three inner fixing rings 132 are used. The outer fixing ring 133 is provided at the top, and multiple inner fixing rings 132 are provided downward in sequence. Sealing ring grooves 131 are formed between adjacent inner fixing rings 132 and between the outer fixing ring 133 and the adjacent inner fixing rings 132, respectively. The sealing ring 10 can be mounted on the sealing ring grooves 131. In this embodiment, there are three sealing ring grooves 131 from top to bottom, among which the sealing ring groove 131 formed between the outer fixing ring 133 and the adjacent inner fixing ring 132 is mounted with the first sealing ring 101 with a rectangular cross-section, and the sealing ring groove 131 formed between the adjacent inner fixing rings 132 is mounted with the second sealing ring 102 with a circular cross-section. The outer diameter of the second sealing ring 102 is greater than the inner diameter of the column 14 , thereby achieving an interference fit between the second sealing ring 102 and the column 14 and providing radial pressure on the inner wall of the column 14 .

[0033] In the birdwatcher 1, since the top end is not immersed in liquid, the airtightness requirements at the top end are more stringent than those at the bottom end. To address this issue, the present invention provides a method for engaging the upper cover 12 with the column 14, preventing the sealing cover 13 from moving. Specifically, a first fastening structure 122 is provided within the upper cover 12, and a second fastening structure 141 is provided at the upper end of the column 14. The first fastening structure 122 can cooperate with the second fastening structure 141 to lock the sealing cover 13 in the space between the upper cover 12 and the column 14. The first fastening structure 122 can be one or more polygonal mounting blocks, including an insertion end 1221, an upper engaging portion 1222, a stopper 1223, and a lower engaging portion 1224. The insertion end 1221, the upper engaging portion 1222, the stopper 1223, and the lower engaging portion 1224 are integrally formed. The insertion end 1221 connects the upper engaging portion 1222 and the lower engaging portion 1224. The insertion end 1221 is disposed at a first end of the polygonal mounting block, and the stopper 1223 is disposed at a second end of the polygonal mounting block. The axial cross-sectional length of the insertion end 1221 along the birdwatcher 1 is less than the distance from the upper end of the upper engaging portion 1222 to the lower end of the lower engaging portion 1224, and is also less than the width of the mounting slot 1413 formed in the second fastening structure 141. The column 14 includes an upper engaging portion 1411 and a lower engaging portion 1412, with the mounting slot 1413 formed therebetween. The distance between the upper end of the upper engaging portion 1222 and the lower end of the lower engaging portion 1224 is consistent with the width of the mounting groove 1413. A reserved space is provided between the upper engaging portion 1222 and the lower engaging portion 1224 to allow for slight deformation of the first fastening structure 122 when squeezed by the second fastening structure 141. This prevents excessive pressure on the second fastening structure 141, which could damage it or reduce its service life. Furthermore, the glue is reduced to prevent cosmetic defects. When installing the upper portion of the birdwatcher 1, first insert the end of the sealing cover 13 with the sealing ring 10 into the upper end of the column 14. At this point, the first sealing ring 101 is sandwiched between the outer retaining ring 133 and the upper end of the column 14, forming a first-layer sealing structure. The outer walls of the multiple second sealing rings 102 fully contact the inner wall of the column 14, forming a second-layer sealing structure. The upper cover 12 is then inserted into the sealing cover 13. The first fastening structure 122 of the upper cover 12 and the second fastening structure 141 of the column are engaged and tightened. The insertion end 1221 is inserted into the mounting groove 1413. The upper cover 12 is then rotated so that the upper engaging portion 1411 contacts the upper engaging portion 1222 via the inclined surface of the insertion end 1221, thus locking the upper cover 12 and the column 14. When the upper cover 12 is rotated until the stop block 1223 contacts the upper engaging portion 1411, further rotation is impossible, and the upper cover 12 and the column 14 are engaged. After the engagement is completed, the lower end of the first anti-ant device 121 contacts the upper end of the sealing cover 13, and the downward pressure exerted by the upper cover 12 on the sealing cover 13 is non-zero.The downward pressure exerted by the upper cover 12 on the sealing cover 13 tightens the sealing cover 13, causing the first sealing ring 101 of the sealing cover 13 to abut against the column 14, thereby squeezing the first sealing ring 101, thereby increasing the sealing strength and airtightness, and preventing leakage of the contained liquid. Indicator arrows are marked on the upper cover 12 and the column 14 to facilitate alignment. When the arrows are aligned, the base insertion end 1221 of the first fastening structure 122 is aligned with the installation groove 1413. At this time, the column 14 or upper cover 12 can be rotated to complete the installation.

[0034] It should be understood that the design of turning the structure upside down, that is, the design with the outer fixing ring 133 at the bottom and the inner fixing ring 132 at the top, can still meet the requirements of the present invention for enhancing air tightness. It is a simple transformation of the present invention, and its design scheme can be used as other embodiments of the present invention. The present invention will not be described in detail.

[0035] See also Figure 1 The upper end of the column 14 is open, and its interior is hollow for holding liquid. The column 14 is connected to the base 17. A space for accommodating the camera unit 15 is opened in the middle of the column 14, and the camera unit 15 is detachably mounted in the middle space of the column 14.

[0036] Compared with the prior art, the present invention adopts the design of the upper cover 12, the sealing cover 13 and the column 14, as well as the design of the first sealing ring 101 and the second sealing ring 102. The pressure of the upper cover 12 on the sealing cover 13 causes the first sealing ring 101 to press against the column 14 to form a first layer of airtight structure, and the interference fit design is used to make the second sealing ring 102 close to the column 14 to form a second layer of airtight structure, thereby effectively improving the airtightness. The second sealing ring 102 is designed to have a circular cross-section. The outer diameter of the second sealing ring 102 is larger than the inner diameter of the cylinder 14, achieving an interference fit between the second sealing ring 102 and the cylinder 14, providing radial pressure on the inner wall of the cylinder 14. At the same time, the circular outer ring is squeezed to produce a closer contact with the inner wall of the cylinder 14. The first sealing ring 101 is designed to have a rectangular cross-section, which facilitates the outer fixing ring 133 and the cylinder 14 to clamp the first sealing ring 101, thereby improving the airtightness. At the same time, under the spinning of the upper cover 12, the first sealing ring 101 sleeved on the sealing cover 13 does not wrinkle or shift, and exerts downward pressure on the cylinder 14, further improving the sealing effect. The upper cover 12 and the cylinder 14 are engaged through the cooperation of the second fastening structure 141 and the first fastening structure 122. The structural design of the first fastening structure 141 and the second fastening structure 122 not only makes the engagement process smoother and more stable, but also increases the service life of both, making them less susceptible to damage.

[0037] The embodiments of the present invention are described above in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, but the present invention is not limited to the above-mentioned specific implementation methods. The above-mentioned specific implementation methods are merely illustrative and not restrictive. Under the guidance of the present invention, ordinary technicians in this field can also make many forms without departing from the scope of protection of the purpose of the present invention and the claims, which are all within the protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A sealing structure for a birdwatcher, comprising an upper cover, a column, and a sealing cover, characterized in that: The sealing cover is provided with at least one inner fixing ring and at least one outer fixing ring, a first sealing ring is sleeved between the inner fixing ring and the outer fixing ring, the sealing cover is detachably connected to the column, after the sealing cover is installed, the first sealing ring is clamped by the outer fixing ring and the upper end of the column, the upper cover is detachably connected to the column after being inserted into the sealing cover, and when the upper cover is connected to the column, the pressure of the upper cover on the sealing cover is not zero.

2. The sealing structure of the bird watcher according to claim 1, characterized in that: A second sealing ring is provided between the inner fixing rings. After the sealing cover is installed, the outer wall of the second sealing ring abuts against the inner wall of the column.

3. The sealing structure of the bird watcher according to claim 1, characterized in that: The upper cover includes a first fastening structure, and the column includes a second fastening structure. The first fastening structure and the second fastening structure cooperate with each other to engage the upper cover and the column.

4. The sealing structure of the bird watcher according to claim 3, characterized in that: The first fastening structure is one or more polygonal mounting blocks, and the second fastening structure includes an upper joint portion and a lower joint portion. A mounting groove is formed between the upper joint portion and the lower joint portion, and the first fastening structure is inserted into the mounting groove to complete the installation.

5. The sealing structure of the bird watcher according to claim 4, characterized in that: The first fastening structure includes an insertion end, an upper clamping portion, and a lower clamping portion. The insertion end, the upper clamping portion, and the lower clamping portion are integrally formed. The axial cross-sectional length of the insertion end along the bird watcher is smaller than the width of the mounting groove. The distance from the upper end of the upper clamping portion to the lower end of the lower clamping portion is adapted to the width of the mounting groove.

6. The sealing structure of the bird watcher according to claim 5, characterized in that: A reserved space is provided between the upper clamping portion and the lower clamping portion.

7. The sealing structure of the bird watcher according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cross section of the first sealing ring is rectangular.

8. The sealing structure of the bird watcher according to claim 2, characterized in that: The cross section of the second sealing ring is circular.

9. The sealing structure of the bird watcher according to claim 8, characterized in that: The outer diameter of the second sealing ring is greater than the inner diameter of the cylinder.

10. A bird watching device, characterized in that: A bird watcher sealing structure according to any one of claims 1 to 9 is used.

Images