Working dog smell training device

Abstract

A working dog smell training device comprises a gas distribution device for generating, controlling and outputting expected smell gas and a target training platform connected with the gas distribution device, and the gas distribution device is remotely connected with the target training platform through an auxiliary connecting pipe.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to a device for dogs, in particular to a scent training device for working dogs. Background Art

[0002] Working dogs use their keen sense of smell to assist humans in various important tasks, including drug and explosives detection, search and rescue, corpse search, animal and plant quarantine, and gas leak detection. Trainers use training devices to train working dogs with scents, allowing them to help humans find specific scents.

[0003] In existing scent training devices for working dogs, the scents produced by the scent generators flow through separate pipes to the training destination, and each training destination requires a separate pipe. Switching scents when training with different scents requires operating each pipe individually. Training multiple working dogs requires multiple scent generators and multiple operators. Furthermore, the pipes in existing scent training devices for working dogs are inconvenient to disassemble and replace, and cleaning is time-consuming and labor-intensive. Rewards are not given promptly after training, impacting training effectiveness. Therefore, developing a scent training device for working dogs that saves labor, facilitates pipe replacement and cleaning, and provides timely training rewards has become an urgent issue. Utility Model Content

[0004] The utility model provides a working dog scent training device. The working dog scent training device in the prior art consumes manpower, has difficult pipeline disassembly and cleaning, and untimely rewards affect the training effect.

[0005] In order to solve the above technical problems, the present invention proposes the following solution: a working dog odor training device, including a gas distribution device for generating, controlling and outputting a desired odor and a target training platform connected to the gas distribution device, characterized in that the gas distribution device and the target training platform are remotely connected through an auxiliary connecting pipe.

[0006] Preferably, the gas distribution device includes a guide pipe for guiding a predetermined gas flow direction and a fixing device for fixing the guide pipe.

[0007] Preferably, the fixing device comprises a detachable connecting device for each minimum functional unit of the guide pipe.

[0008] Preferably, the detachable connecting device includes a second connecting portion fixed to the base and a first connecting portion bolted to the second connecting portion.

[0009] Preferably, the second connecting portion is provided with a protrusion at the bottom which is fixedly connected to the base.

[0010] Preferably, the first connecting portion and the second connecting portion respectively include semicircular rings that fit together, so that the shape of the cavity formed by the two matches the shape of the minimum functional unit.

[0011] Preferably, the base includes legs for fixing to the ground, longitudinal beams connecting the legs at intervals, and a plurality of transverse beams arranged transversely on the longitudinal beams and connected to the protrusions.

[0012] Preferably, the plurality of beams are arranged parallel to each other.

[0013] Preferably, the center of the cross beam is fixed to the longitudinal beam.

[0014] Preferably, the minimum functional unit includes an inlet pipe connected to the gas source, a control valve for controlling whether the gas is open or not, an output pipe for transporting the gas to the target, and at least one transition pipe for gas flow connected between the above-mentioned inlet pipe, control valve and output pipe.

[0015] Preferably, the supporting legs include a first cross leg and a second cross leg arranged in parallel.

[0016] Preferably, the target training platform is provided with a monitoring device for monitoring the performance of the trained working dog and a reward device based on the performance of the trained working dog.

[0017] Preferably, the reward device includes a reward, a trigger device for triggering the pop-up of the reward, and an execution device for executing the pop-up of the reward, and also includes a detection device for detecting whether the reward standard is met.

[0018] Preferably, the detection device comprises a work surface with a predetermined height, a gas to be detected directed upward from the work surface, and a monitoring device.

[0019] Preferably, the monitoring device includes a camera device.

[0020] Preferably, the reward device for scent training of working dogs further comprises a ventilation pipe suspended below the workbench and remotely connected to the gas to be detected.

[0021] Preferably, the ventilation tube accommodates the reward and the triggering device.

[0022] Preferably, the workbench is provided with a hanging hole so that the ventilation duct can be hung on the workbench surface defining the hanging hole by using its own flap through the hanging hole.

[0023] Preferably, the triggering device comprises an electromagnet that is remotely controlled by turning the power on and off.

[0024] Preferably, the execution device includes a restoring spring having an upward restoring force and a launching plate driven by the restoring spring and having the reward placed thereon.

[0025] Preferably, the reward is a reward ball.

[0026] Preferably, the predetermined height is set so that the working dog needs to make an obvious jumping action to indicate that it has correctly identified the odor to be identified.

[0027] Preferably, the workbench is a table with a desired height, and the reward device is open upward on the tabletop so as to eject rewards upward and guide out the gas to be identified.

[0028] Preferably, the gas outlet device is suspended on the table by gravity.

[0029] Compared with the prior art, the working dog scent training device described in the present invention achieves the following effects:

[0030] (1) The utility model provides a working dog scent training device, wherein the gas distribution device can be remotely connected to multiple target training platforms via an auxiliary connecting pipe to save manpower.

[0031] (2) The utility model provides a working dog scent training device, wherein the gas distribution device includes a minimum functional unit and a detachable device for detachably fixing the minimum functional unit on a base, so that the pipeline is easy to disassemble and clean.

[0032] (3) The utility model provides a working dog odor training device, wherein the reward detection device includes a work surface with a predetermined height, a gas to be detected directed upward from the work surface, and a monitoring device, and the reward trigger device includes an electromagnet remotely controlled by on and off power, so that the working dog can be rewarded in time after smelling the correct odor, thereby strengthening the training effect and improving human efficiency. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0033] The drawings described herein are used to provide a further understanding of the present invention and constitute a part of the present invention. The illustrative embodiments of the present invention are used to explain the present invention and do not constitute an improper limitation of the present invention. In the drawings:

[0034] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the practical working dog scent training device of the present invention;

[0035] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of a practical gas distribution device of the present invention;

[0036] Figure 3 A partial schematic diagram of a practical gas distribution device of the present invention;

[0037] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of a practical reward device of the present invention;

[0038] Figure 5 A schematic diagram of a practical reward device according to the present invention from a bottom perspective;

[0039] Figure 6 A partial schematic diagram of a practical workbench of the present invention;

[0040] Figure 7 A schematic diagram of a practical detachable connecting device of the present invention;

[0041] Figure 8 A schematic diagram of the first connecting portion of the utility model;

[0042] Figure 9 A schematic diagram of a base that is practical for the present invention;

[0043] Figure 10 A schematic diagram of a practical ventilation duct according to the present invention;

[0044] Figure 11 A schematic diagram of a practical pinball machine according to the present invention;

[0045] Figure 12 A schematic diagram of the bottom of the practical pinball machine of the present invention;

[0046] Figure 13 A partial schematic diagram of a practical pinball machine according to the present invention.

[0047] Explanation of Reference Numerals: 1-target training platform; 2-ball pinball machine; 3-gas distribution device; 4-auxiliary connecting pipe; 11-workbench frame; 12-workbench surface; 121-hanging hole; 13-ventilation duct; 131-side plate; 132-bottom plate; 133-flip plate; 134-through hole; 135-semicircular plate; 14-auxiliary connecting pipe joint; 21-placement box; 22-ejection plate; 23-electromagnet; 24-return spring; 25-mounting plate; 251 -ball outlet; 252-groove; 253-clip plate; 26-buffer block; 27-air hole; 28-partition; 29-buffer block pad; 31-base; 311-support leg; 312-longitudinal beam; 313-cross beam; 32-inlet valve; 33-connecting pipe; 34-four-way pipe; 35-exhaust valve; 36-detachable connecting device; 361-first connecting part; 362-second connecting part; 363-semicircle ring; 364-bolt connecting part; 365-bump. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0048] The following will describe the implementation of the present invention in detail with reference to the drawings and examples, so that the user can fully understand how the present invention applies technical means to solve technical problems and achieve technical effects, and implement the invention accordingly.

[0049] like Figure 1 As shown, the working dog odor training device in this embodiment includes a gas distribution device 3 for generating, controlling and outputting the desired odor and a target training platform 1 connected to the gas distribution device. The gas distribution device 3 is remotely connected to the target training platform 1 through an auxiliary connecting pipe 4.

[0050] like Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the gas distribution device 3 includes a guide pipe that guides the predetermined gas flow direction and a fixing device for fixing the guide pipe. The fixing device includes a detachable connecting device 36 for each minimum functional unit of the guide pipe. The minimum functional unit includes at least one of an inlet pipe connected to the gas source, a control valve that controls whether the gas is open or closed, an output pipe that delivers the gas to the target location, and a transition pipe for gas flow connected between the inlet pipe, control valve, and output pipe.

[0051] like Figure 7 and Figure 8 As shown, the detachable connecting device 36 includes a second connecting portion 362 fixed to the base 31 and a first connecting portion 361 bolted to the second connecting portion. The second connecting portion 362 has a protrusion 365 at the bottom that is fixedly connected to the base 31. The first connecting portion 361 and the second connecting portion 362 each include a semicircular ring 363 that fits together so that the shape of the cavity formed by the first connecting portion 361 and the second connecting portion 362 conforms to the shape of the minimum functional unit.

[0052] like Figure 2 and Figure 9 As shown, the base 31 includes legs 311 for fixing to the ground, longitudinal beams 312 connecting the legs at intervals, and transverse beams 313 with a plurality of connecting protrusions 365 disposed transversely on the longitudinal beams 312. The legs 311 include a first cross leg and a second cross leg disposed in parallel. The plurality of transverse beams 313 are disposed parallel to each other, with the center of each beam 313 being fixed to the longitudinal beams 312.

[0053] like Figure 1 and Figure 4As shown, the target training platform 1 is provided with a monitoring device for monitoring the performance of the trained working dog and a reward device according to the performance of the trained working dog. The reward device includes a reward, a trigger device for triggering the pop-up of the reward, and an execution device for executing the pop-up of the reward, and also includes a detection device for detecting whether the reward standard is met. The detection device includes a work surface 12 with a predetermined height, a gas to be detected that is guided upward from the work surface 12, and a monitoring device, and the monitoring device includes a camera device. The predetermined height is set so that the working dog makes an obvious jumping action to indicate that it has correctly identified the odor to be detected. The reward device opens upward on the work surface 12 so as to eject the reward upward and guide the gas to be identified. The reward device includes a gas guiding device and a launching device that can remotely control the launch of the reward.

[0054] like Figure 5 、 Figure 6 and Figure 10 As shown, the work surface 12 is provided with a hanging hole 121. The ventilation pipe 13 is provided with a flap 133 at the top, and is suspended on the work surface 12 by gravity through the hanging hole 121, so as to be remotely connected to the gas to be detected.

[0055] Depend on Figure 11-13 As shown, the ventilation duct 13 accommodates a reward and a trigger device, the trigger device includes an electromagnet 23 remotely controlled by on and off power, the actuator includes a return spring 24 with an upward restoring force and a ejection plate 22 driven by the return spring 24 and placed with a reward, and the reward is a reward ball.

[0056] In some embodiments, the gas distribution device 3 includes a base 31, an inlet valve 32, a connecting pipe 33, a cross-shaped pipe 34, and an outlet valve 35. The inlet valve 32 and the cross-shaped pipe 34, as well as the cross-shaped pipes 34 and 34 themselves, are coaxially connected via a connecting pipe 33. One end of the outlet valve 35 is connected to the cross-shaped pipe 34, and the other end is connected to the auxiliary connecting pipe 4. The outlet valve 35 is mounted on the base 31 via a detachable connecting device 36.

[0057] In some embodiments, the ventilation duct 13 includes four side panels 131, a bottom plate 132 and four flaps 133. The bottom plate 132 is connected to the bottom of the four side panels 131. The flaps 133 are arranged on the top of the four side panels 131. The width of the side panels 131 is equal to the width of the ventilation duct hanging hole 121. A through hole 134 is provided at the lower end of one of the side panels 131. The auxiliary connecting pipe joint 14 is connected to the through hole 134. Two semicircular plates 135 are provided on the two opposite flaps 133.

[0058] In some embodiments, the trigger device for triggering the ejection of the reward and the execution device for executing the ejection of the reward are combined into a pinball machine 2. The pinball machine 2 includes a storage box 21, an electromagnet 23, a return spring 24, and a pinball board 22. The top of the storage box 21 is an open structure, and the bottom is provided with a plurality of air holes 27. The electromagnet 23 is fixed in the middle of the bottom of the storage box 21, and the switch of the electromagnet 23 is connected to the controller. The lower end of the return spring 24 is sleeved outside the electromagnet 23. The pinball board 22 is connected to the return spring 24 through a partition 28. The partition 28 and the pinball board 22 are connected by bolts. The pinball board 22 is provided with a plurality of air holes 27. A mounting plate 25 is provided on the top of the storage box 21, and the mounting plate 25 presses on the flap 133. The mounting plate 25 is provided with grooves 252 on all four sides, and a retaining plate 253 is provided at the lower end of the groove. The spacing between the two relative retaining plates 253 is equal to the spacing between the two side plates 131. The retaining plate 253 is fixed inside the side plates 131, and the ball outlet 251 is a regular octagon. The retaining plate 253 serves to stabilize the mounting plate 25. Several buffer blocks 26 are bolted to the lower end of the retaining plate 253, and the buffer blocks 26 are connected to the lower end of the retaining plate 253 via buffer block pads 29. Turn on the electromagnet switch, press the pinball plate 22, and it will connect to the electromagnet 23 below through magnetic force, placing the reward ball on the pinball plate 22. When it is necessary to reward the working dog, the electromagnet switch is remotely turned off, and the return spring 24 drives the pinball plate 22 upward, causing the reward ball to fly out of the placement box 21.

[0059] Compared with the prior art, the working dog scent training device described in the present invention achieves the following effects:

[0060] (1) The utility model provides a working dog scent training device, wherein the gas distribution device can be remotely connected to multiple target training platforms via an auxiliary connecting pipe to save manpower.

[0061] (2) The utility model provides a working dog scent training device, wherein the gas distribution device includes a minimum functional unit and a detachable device for detachably fixing the minimum functional unit on a base, so that the pipeline is easy to disassemble and clean.

[0062] (3) The utility model provides a working dog odor training device, wherein the reward detection device includes a work surface with a predetermined height, a gas to be detected directed upward from the work surface, and a monitoring device, and the reward trigger device includes an electromagnet remotely controlled by on and off power, so that the working dog can be rewarded in time after smelling the correct odor, thereby strengthening the training effect and improving human efficiency.

[0063] The foregoing description shows and describes preferred embodiments of the present invention. However, as previously mentioned, it should be understood that the present invention is not limited to the form disclosed herein and should not be construed as excluding other embodiments. Rather, the present invention can be used in various other combinations, modifications, and environments and can be modified within the scope of the present invention as taught herein or through the techniques or knowledge of the relevant art. Modifications and variations made by those skilled in the art that do not depart from the spirit and scope of the present invention are intended to be protected by the claims appended hereto.

Claims

1. A working dog odor training device, comprising a gas distribution device for generating, controlling and outputting a desired odor gas and a target training platform connected to the gas distribution device, characterized in that: The gas distribution device is remotely connected to the target training platform via an auxiliary connecting pipe.

2. The working dog scent training device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The target training platform is provided with a monitoring device for monitoring the performance of the trained working dog and a reward device according to the performance of the trained working dog.

3. The working dog scent training device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The reward device is triggered according to the monitoring information obtained by the remote worker.

4. The working dog scent training device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The gas distribution device includes a minimum functional unit and a detachable device for detachably fixing the minimum functional unit on a base.

5. The working dog scent training device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The minimum functional unit includes an inlet pipe connected to a gas source, a control valve for controlling whether the gas is open or not, an output pipe for delivering the gas to a target location, and at least one of a transition pipe for gas flow connected between the inlet pipe, the control valve and the output pipe.

6. The working dog scent training device according to claim 5, characterized in that: The reward device comprises a gas outlet device and a ejection device capable of remotely controlling the launching of reward objects.

7. The working dog scent training device according to claim 6, characterized in that: The reward device is installed on the working table so that the working dog can perform a scent recognition action and eject a reward at the same time.

8. The working dog scent training device according to claim 7, characterized in that: The workbench is a table with a desired height, and the reward device is open upward on the tabletop so as to eject rewards upward and guide out the gas to be identified.

9. The working dog scent training device according to claim 8, characterized in that: The gas outlet device is suspended on the table by gravity.

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