Self-service small animal feed filling machine

Abstract

The utility model provides a self-service small animal feed filling machine, which relates to the technical field of feed machines, and comprises an outer cavity part, an electric control part, a feed pre-loading part and a feed trough, the outer cavity part can be used for connecting or supporting the electric control part, the feed pre-loading part and the feed trough, and the electric control part can be used for man-machine interaction and control of feed conveying quantity. When the feed trough is used, the feed preloading part is arranged in the outer cavity part and used for storing feed in batches, meanwhile, parameters of the electric control / driving chamber are set, and the quantitative discharging part driven by the electric control / driving chamber conveys the feed to the interior of the feed trough in a timing and quantitative mode according to the setting; and meanwhile, the electric control / driving chamber charges according to the time for driving the quantitative discharging component, so that the feed can be automatically conveyed in a timed and quantitative manner, and the charges are charged according to the amount of the conveyed feed.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of feed machine technology, and in particular to a self-service feed filling machine for small animals. Background Technology

[0002] Mice are frequently used as experimental subjects in scientific research due to their rapid growth cycle and ease of breeding. Both before and after the experiment, mice need to be raised and cared for.

[0003] In mouse rearing and experiments, the method of feed delivery has a significant impact on the growth, health, and experimental results of the mice. Traditional artificial feeding methods are not only time-consuming and labor-intensive, but also prone to problems such as uneven feeding and feed waste.

[0004] In addition, most small animal feeders on the market are quantitative feeders, lacking intelligence and automation, and are difficult to meet the needs of modern laboratories and farms.

[0005] Therefore, there is an urgent need for a self-service small animal feed filling machine to improve the convenience of feeding small animals. Utility Model Content

[0006] In view of the shortcomings of the prior art described above, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a self-service small animal feed filling machine to solve the problems of uneven feeding and feed waste that easily occur in the prior art.

[0007] To achieve the above and other related objectives, this utility model provides a self-service small animal feed filling machine, comprising: an outer cavity, an electrical control unit, a feed pre-filling unit, and a feed trough;

[0008] The outer cavity can be used to connect or support the electrical control unit, the feed pre-loading unit, and the feed trough;

[0009] The electronic control unit can be used for human-machine interaction and to control the amount of feed delivered;

[0010] The feed pre-loading section can be used to pre-store feed. The feed pre-loading section is detachably located in the upper inner part of the outer cavity. The feed inside the feed pre-loading section can be controlled by the electronic control unit to deliver feed in a timed and quantitative manner.

[0011] The feed trough is located outside the outer cavity and can receive feed delivered by the electronic control unit for small animals to eat.

[0012] Preferably, the electronic control unit includes an electronic control / drive chamber, a quantitative feeding component, a setting area, and a display sensing area;

[0013] The electrical control / drive chamber is located on the back of the outer cavity, the quantitative feeding component is located inside the outer cavity, and the setting area and display sensing area are both located on the front of the outer cavity.

[0014] The electrical control / drive chamber can control and drive the quantitative feeding component to work;

[0015] The display sensing area includes a display screen and sensors, which can display the working data of the electronic control / drive room and perform identification sensing.

[0016] Preferably, the electrical control / drive chamber is equipped with a PLC drive module, a circuit controller, a drive device, and a wireless module, and the output end of the drive device is connected to the quantitative feeding component.

[0017] Both the PLC drive module and the circuit controller can receive control parameters set by the setting area or the wireless module.

[0018] The PLC drive module and circuit controller control the working status of the drive device according to the control parameters;

[0019] The PLC drive module and circuit controller can feed back control parameters to the display sensing area for display.

[0020] Preferably, the driving device is a servo motor, and the quantitative feeding component is an auger.

[0021] Preferably, the outer cavity includes a main unit housing, and a support ladder is provided at the bottom of the main unit housing. The bottom of the support ladder is provided with a cavity adapted to the quantitative feeding component.

[0022] The support ladder is provided with a material discharge trough, which is in communication with the internal cavity of the support ladder.

[0023] The outer surface of the main unit housing is provided with a discharge port, which is connected to the internal cavity of the support ladder.

[0024] The top of the main unit housing is equipped with a sealing cover to seal the feed pre-loading section.

[0025] Preferably, a limiting groove is provided in the middle of the supporting ladder, and the material discharge groove is located at the bottom of the limiting groove.

[0026] Preferably, the end of the discharge port is provided with a detachable protective cover, and the protective cover is covered with through holes.

[0027] Preferably, the feed preloading section includes a feed pre-storage tank, the bottom of which is provided with a limiting protrusion area adapted to the limiting groove, and the limiting protrusion area is provided with a discharge port adapted to the feeding trough.

[0028] Preferably, the bottom of the feed pre-storage tank overlaps with the top of the support ladder, and a pressure sensor is installed on the support ladder. The pressure sensor is connected to the internal signal of the electrical control / drive chamber.

[0029] Preferably, the feed trough and the outer cavity are detachably connected.

[0030] As described above, the self-service small animal feed filling machine of this utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0031] 1. This utility model provides a feed pre-loading section inside the outer cavity for bulk feed storage. At the same time, parameters are set in the electrical control / drive chamber, allowing the quantitative feeding component driven by the electrical control / drive chamber to deliver feed into the feed trough in a timed and quantitative manner according to the settings. Meanwhile, the electrical control / drive chamber charges based on the time taken to drive the quantitative feeding component, thereby achieving timed and quantitative automatic feed delivery and charging based on the amount of feed delivered.

[0032] 2. This utility model identifies the user and calculates charges by using a proximity card to contact the sensing area on the side of the display sensing area. It also incorporates a PLC drive module, circuit controller, drive device, and wireless module within the electrical control / drive room. Parameters for the PLC drive module and circuit controller are set via a settings area, and these parameters are displayed on the display sensing area. Alternatively, remote control can be achieved via wireless network and APP connection to the wireless module. Manual control is also possible through the settings area, resulting in diversified control and ease of use.

[0033] 3. This utility model provides a support ladder inside the main unit casing, and sets a limiting groove and a feeding groove in the middle of the support ladder. At the same time, a limiting protrusion and a feeding port are set at the bottom of the feed pre-storage tank, so that the feed inside the feed pre-storage tank can be smoothly fed under the action of gravity, and the limiting groove and the limiting protrusion can be used to limit the feed pre-storage tank.

[0034] 4. This utility model sets a pressure sensor on the top of the support ladder and connects the pressure sensor to the bottom of the feed pre-storage tank. The pressure sensed by the pressure sensor determines the amount of feed in the feed pre-storage tank. When the amount of feed reaches the threshold, the user is alerted through the display sensing area and the wireless module.

[0035] Therefore, this utility model effectively overcomes the various shortcomings of the prior art and has high industrial application value. Attached Figure Description

[0036] Figure 1 The diagram shown is a structural schematic of this utility model.

[0037] Figure 2 The diagram shown is an exploded view of this utility model.

[0038] Figure 3 The diagram shown is a schematic representation of the internal structure of the outer cavity of this utility model.

[0039] Figure 4 The diagram shown is a structural assembly diagram of the protective cover of this utility model.

[0040] Figure 5 The diagram shown is a structural schematic of the feed pre-loading part of this utility model.

[0041] Component designation explanation

[0042] 1. Outer cavity; 101. Main unit casing; 102. Support ladder; 103. Limiting groove; 104. Feeding trough; 105. Discharge port; 106. Protective cover; 107. Sealing cover; 2. Electrical control unit; 201. Electrical control / drive chamber; 202. Quantitative feeding component; 203. Setting area; 204. Display sensing area; 205. Pressure sensor; 3. Feed pre-loading unit; 301. Feed pre-storage bin; 302. Limiting protrusion area; 303. Discharge port; 4. Feed trough. Detailed Implementation

[0043] The following specific embodiments illustrate the implementation of this utility model. Those skilled in the art can easily understand other advantages and effects of this utility model from the content disclosed in this specification.

[0044] Please see Figures 1 to 5 It should be understood that the structures, proportions, sizes, etc., illustrated in the accompanying drawings are merely for illustrative purposes to aid those skilled in the art and are not intended to limit the scope of this invention. Therefore, they have no substantial technical significance. Any modifications to the structure, changes in proportions, or adjustments to size, without affecting the effectiveness and purpose of this invention, should still fall within the scope of the technical content disclosed in this invention. Furthermore, the terms such as "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "middle," and "one" used in this specification are merely for clarity and are not intended to limit the scope of this invention. Changes or adjustments to their relative relationships, without substantially altering the technical content, should also be considered within the scope of this invention.

[0045] like Figures 1-2As shown, this utility model provides a self-service small animal feed filling machine, including an outer cavity 1, an electrical control unit 2, a feed pre-loading unit 3, and a feed trough 4. The outer cavity 1 can be used to connect to or support the electrical control unit 2, the feed pre-loading unit 3, and the feed trough 4. The electrical control unit 2 can be used for human-machine interaction and to control the feed delivery volume. Human-machine interaction includes setting the feed quantity and time, and displaying the billing information. The feed pre-loading unit 3 can be used to pre-store feed, which is then released when the electrical control unit 2 delivers feed. The feed pre-loading unit 3 is detachably located in the upper inner part of the outer cavity 1, and the feed inside the feed pre-loading unit 3 can be controlled by the electrical control unit 2 to deliver feed in a timed and quantitative manner. The feed trough 4 is located outside the outer cavity 1 and can receive the feed delivered by the electrical control unit 2 for small animals (such as mice).

[0046] like Figure 1 and Figure 3 As shown, in some embodiments, the electronic control unit 2 of this utility model includes an electronic control / drive chamber 201, a quantitative feeding component 202, a setting area 203, and a display sensing area 204. The electronic control / drive chamber 201 is located on the back of the outer cavity 1, the quantitative feeding component 202 is located inside the outer cavity 1, and the setting area 203 and the display sensing area 204 are both located on the front of the outer cavity 1. The wiring of the setting area 203 and the display sensing area 204 extends through the bottom of the outer cavity 1 into the interior of the electronic control / drive chamber 201. The setting area 203 consists of multiple physical buttons or touch buttons. By pressing or touching, command signals are issued, which can realize digital setting, confirmation, cancellation, and on / off operations.

[0047] The electrical control / drive chamber 201 can control and drive the quantitative feeding component 202 to work. By setting parameters in the electrical control / drive chamber 201, the working interval and working time of the quantitative feeding component 202 can be controlled, thereby achieving precise control of the feeding time and reducing manual operation.

[0048] The display sensing area 204 includes a display screen and sensors. The display screen can display operating data of the electronic control / drive room 201. The sensing area is used for identity recognition.

[0049] Specifically, the electrical control / drive chamber 201 of this utility model is equipped with a PLC drive module, a circuit controller, a drive device and a wireless module, and the output end of the drive device is connected to the quantitative feeding component 202.

[0050] By configuring the logic of the PLC drive module, the PLC drive module can drive the drive device according to the set drive power and drive angle, thereby achieving precise control of the feeding amount.

[0051] Both the PLC drive module and the circuit controller can receive control parameters set in the setting area 203 or the wireless module. The PLC drive module and circuit controller control the operating state of the drive device according to the control parameters. The PLC drive module and circuit controller can also feed back the control parameters to the display sensing area 204 for display. The aforementioned control parameters include, but are not limited to: power supply time, power supply interval, power supply power, drive device transmission speed, rotational torque, and rotational angle.

[0052] The circuit controller can control the circuit to work at a fixed time and power through its internal timer. By working with the PLC drive module, the circuit controller can achieve the delivery of feed at fixed time, interval, and quantity.

[0053] The setting area 203 allows for parameter settings of the PLC drive module and circuit controller via physical or touch buttons, facilitating on-site function configuration and enabling manual control of the drive device. The display screen in the display sensing area 204 shows the drive device status and the settings parameters from the setting area 203. This intuitive data display reduces operational errors and makes operation more convenient.

[0054] When feed usage is a chargeable item, the sensor located on the side of the display sensing area 204 can be used for user identification, which can be achieved through existing identification methods. Sensors include, but are not limited to, biometric identification (fingerprint recognition, facial recognition, etc.) and IC card recognition. Only after obtaining authorization can the device be operated to facilitate billing. Simultaneously, different parameter information can be stored under different user identities, and the settings can be directly retrieved after reading the user's identity. Users can directly use the previously used parameters or make minor adjustments, improving ease of use.

[0055] The wireless module can connect to a wireless network and can also connect to an app. During use, users can not only set parameters on-site but also configure the device via wireless network and the app, further enhancing user convenience. When using the app, users can intuitively obtain various parameters of the current device, such as feeding interval, feeding amount, and remaining feed amount.

[0056] like Figure 3 As shown, in some embodiments, the driving device of this invention is a servo motor, and the quantitative feeding component 202 is an auger. Through the cooperation of the servo motor and the auger, precise feeding can be achieved. The spacing between the blades of the quantitative feeding component 202 is fixed. Therefore, the amount of feed transmitted when the quantitative feeding component 202 rotates by the same angle is also constant. Thus, by utilizing the easily controllable speed and angle characteristics of the servo motor in conjunction with the auger, precise feeding can be achieved.

[0057] like Figure 3 As shown, in some embodiments, the outer cavity 1 of this utility model includes a main unit housing 101. A support ladder 102 is provided inside the main unit housing 101. The support ladder 102 raises the inner bottom of the main unit housing 101, so that various lines can pass through from the bottom of the support ladder 102 to the inside of the electrical control / drive chamber 201. The bottom of the support ladder 102 is provided with a cavity adapted to the quantitative feeding component 202. The cavity is used to wrap the quantitative feeding component 202. The outer surface of the blades of the quantitative feeding component 202 is completely in contact with the inner wall of the cavity to avoid the feed being squeezed out from the edge of the quantitative feeding component 202 when the quantitative feeding component 202 is conveying feed, which would result in inaccurate feeding.

[0058] A feeding trough 104 is provided on the support ladder 102, and the feeding trough 104 communicates with the internal cavity of the support ladder 102. The feed stored in the feed pre-loading section 3 comes into contact with the quantitative feeding component 202 through the feeding trough 104. When the quantitative feeding component 202 rotates, the feed in the feed pre-loading section 3 continuously falls into the gap between the blades of the quantitative feeding component 202 under the action of gravity and is conveyed. The outer surface of the main unit housing 101 is provided with a discharge port 105, which communicates with the internal cavity of the support ladder 102. During the process of the feed being conveyed by the quantitative feeding component 202, the feed finally falls from the discharge port 105 into the interior of the feed trough 4 for consumption by small animals. The top of the main unit housing 101 is provided with a sealing cover 107 to seal the feed pre-loading section 3 to prevent small animals from directly entering the interior of the feed pre-loading section 3 and to prevent the feed stored inside the feed pre-loading section 3 from being contaminated.

[0059] like Figure 3 As shown, in some embodiments, a limiting groove 103 is provided in the middle of the supporting ladder 102 of this utility model. The feeding trough 104 is provided at the inner bottom of the limiting groove 103. Through the slope formed by the limiting groove 103, the feed can fall more concentratedly into the gap between the blades of the quantitative feeding component 202.

[0060] like Figure 4 As shown, in some embodiments, the end of the discharge port 105 of this invention is provided with a detachable protective cover 106, the protective cover 106 having numerous through holes to allow feed to pass through. The protective cover 106 is provided to prevent small animals from directly contacting the moving quantitative feeding component 202 while eating the feed, thus avoiding danger. The purpose of making the protective cover 106 detachable is to allow for the replacement of protective covers 106 with different hole diameters according to the required feed coarseness. Furthermore, the detachable protective cover 106 also facilitates cleaning of the interior of the discharge port 105.

[0061] like Figure 5As shown, in some embodiments, the feed pre-loading unit 3 of this utility model includes a feed pre-storage bin 301, which is used for batch storage of feed. The bottom of the feed pre-storage bin 301 is provided with a limiting protrusion area 302 that matches the limiting groove 103. This allows the feed to be concentrated inside the limiting protrusion area 302 under the action of gravity and then fall through the discharge port 303 into the cavity inside the support ladder 102, where it is conveyed by the quantitative feeding component 202. Simultaneously, the limiting protrusion area 302 and the limiting groove 103 cooperate to limit the installation position of the feed pre-storage bin 301, preventing the feed pre-storage bin 301 from shifting and thus ensuring the feed passes accurately through the discharge chute 104.

[0062] like Figure 3 As shown, in some embodiments, the bottom of the feed pre-storage bin 301 overlaps with the top of the support ladder 102. A pressure sensor 205 is installed on the support ladder 102, and the pressure sensor 205 is connected to the internal signal of the electrical control / drive chamber 201. When the feed pre-storage bin 301 is full of feed, the pressure exerted by the feed pre-storage bin 301 on the pressure sensor 205 is greater. As the feed in the feed pre-storage bin 301 is gradually consumed, the pressure on the pressure sensor 205 gradually decreases. Based on this principle, the pressure curve change can be tested in advance, and the remaining feed in the feed pre-storage bin 301 can be determined by comparing the pressure exerted by the feed pre-storage bin 301 on the pressure sensor 205. Simultaneously, after a single feeding, the accuracy of the feeding by the quantitative feeding component 202 can be determined based on the pressure change of the pressure sensor 205, facilitating calibration during maintenance.

[0063] like Figure 2 As shown, in some embodiments, the feed trough 4 and the outer cavity 1 of this invention are detachably connected, and the feed pre-storage container 301 is also installed in a detachable manner. This facilitates cleaning of the feed pre-storage container 301 and the feed trough 4. The feed trough 4 is connected to the main unit housing 101 by a locking device, such as a magnetic attraction, to prevent the feed trough 4 from shifting position when small animals are eating.

[0064] The specific usage process of this utility model is as follows:

[0065] Place a clean feed storage container 301 inside the main unit housing 101, and put feed into the feed storage container 301 in batches. Seal the feed storage container 301 with the sealing cap 107.

[0066] After identifying the user through the display sensor area 204, the operating logic of the electronic control / drive room 201 can be set using the setting area 203, wireless network, or APP.

[0067] After the set time is reached, the drive device inside the electrical control / drive chamber 201 drives the quantitative feeding component 202 to rotate according to the predetermined parameters, and quantitatively delivers feed into the feed trough 4. At the same time, the amount of feed used is recorded under the user's identity information for subsequent billing.

[0068] When the pressure sensor 205 detects that the feed level in the feed storage tank 301 is insufficient, it issues a warning to the user through the display area 204 and APP push notifications to remind the user to add feed.

[0069] In summary, the self-service small animal feed filling machine of this utility model, by setting a feed pre-loading section 3 inside the outer cavity 1 for batch storage of feed, and setting parameters for the electrical control / drive chamber 201, allows the quantitative feeding component 202 driven by the electrical control / drive chamber 201 to deliver feed into the feed trough 4 in a timed and quantitative manner according to the settings. At the same time, the electrical control / drive chamber 201 calculates the billing based on the time of driving the quantitative feeding component 202, thereby realizing the automatic delivery of feed in a timed and quantitative manner, and calculating the billing based on the amount of feed delivered.

[0070] The system identifies the user and calculates charges by having a proximity card contact the sensing area on the side of the display sensing area 204. Inside the electrical control / drive room 201, there are PLC drive modules, circuit controllers, drive devices, and wireless modules. The parameters of the PLC drive modules and circuit controllers are set through the setting area 203 and displayed on the display sensing area 204. Alternatively, the system can be remotely controlled via wireless network and APP connection to the wireless module. Manual control can also be performed through the setting area 203, achieving diversified control and convenient use.

[0071] By setting a support ladder 102 inside the main unit housing 101, and setting a limiting groove 103 and a feeding groove 104 in the middle of the support ladder 102, and setting a limiting protrusion area 302 and a feeding port 303 at the bottom of the feed pre-storage tank 301, the feed inside the feed pre-storage tank 301 can be smoothly fed under the action of gravity, and the limiting groove 103 and the limiting protrusion area 302 can cooperate to limit the feed pre-storage tank 301.

[0072] By installing a pressure sensor 205 on the top of the support platform 102 and connecting the pressure sensor 205 to the bottom of the feed pre-storage tank 301, the pressure sensed by the pressure sensor 205 is used to determine the amount of feed in the feed pre-storage tank 301. When the amount of feed reaches the threshold, the user is alerted through the display sensing area 204 and the wireless module.

[0073] Therefore, this utility model effectively overcomes the various shortcomings of the prior art and has high industrial application value.

[0074] The above embodiments are merely illustrative of the principles and effects of this utility model and are not intended to limit the scope of this utility model. Any person skilled in the art can modify or alter the above embodiments without departing from the spirit and scope of this utility model. Therefore, all equivalent modifications or alterations made by those skilled in the art without departing from the spirit and technical concept disclosed in this utility model should still be covered by the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A self-service small animal feed filling machine, characterized in that, include: The outer cavity (1), the electrical control unit (2), the feed pre-loading unit (3), and the feed trough (4); The outer cavity (1) can be used to connect or support the electrical control unit (2), the feed pre-loading unit (3) and the feed trough (4); The electronic control unit (2) can be used for human-machine interaction and to control the amount of feed delivered; The feed pre-loading part (3) can be used to pre-store feed. The feed pre-loading part (3) is detachably located in the upper part of the outer cavity (1). The feed inside the feed pre-loading part (3) can be controlled by the electronic control part (2) to deliver feed in a timed and quantitative manner. The feed trough (4) is located outside the outer cavity (1), and the feed trough (4) can receive the feed delivered by the electronic control unit (2) for small animals to eat.

2. The self-service small animal feed filling machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The electronic control unit (2) includes an electronic control / drive chamber (201), a quantitative feeding component (202), a setting area (203), and a display sensing area (204); The electrical control / drive chamber (201) is located on the back of the outer cavity (1), the quantitative feeding component (202) is located inside the outer cavity (1), and the setting area (203) and the display sensing area (204) are both located on the front of the outer cavity (1). The electrical control / drive chamber (201) can control and drive the quantitative feeding component (202) to work; The display sensing area (204) includes a display screen and sensors, which can display the working data of the electronic control / drive room (201) and perform identification sensing.

3. The self-service small animal feed filling machine according to claim 2, characterized in that: The electrical control / drive chamber (201) is equipped with a PLC drive module, a circuit controller, a drive device and a wireless module. The output end of the drive device is connected to the quantitative feeding component (202). Both the PLC drive module and the circuit controller can receive control parameters set in the setting area (203) or the wireless module; The PLC drive module and circuit controller control the working status of the drive device according to the control parameters; The PLC drive module and circuit controller can feed back the control parameters to the display sensing area (204) for display.

4. The self-service small animal feed filling machine according to claim 3, characterized in that: The driving device is a servo motor, and the quantitative feeding component (202) is an auger.

5. The self-service small animal feed filling machine according to claim 2, characterized in that: The outer cavity (1) includes a main body shell (101), and a support ladder (102) is provided at the bottom of the main body shell (101). The bottom of the support ladder (102) is provided with a cavity adapted to the quantitative feeding component (202). The support ladder (102) is provided with a feeding trough (104), and the feeding trough (104) communicates with the internal cavity of the support ladder (102); The outer surface of the main unit housing (101) is provided with a discharge port (105), which is connected to the internal cavity of the support ladder (102); The top of the main unit housing (101) is provided with a sealing cover (107) to seal the feed pre-loading section (3).

6. The self-service small animal feed filling machine according to claim 5, characterized in that: The supporting ladder (102) is provided with a limiting groove (103) in the middle, and the feeding groove (104) is provided at the bottom of the limiting groove (103).

7. The self-service small animal feed filling machine according to claim 5, characterized in that: The end of the discharge port (105) is provided with a detachable protective cover (106), and the protective cover (106) is covered with through holes.

8. The self-service small animal feed filling machine according to claim 6, characterized in that: The feed preloading unit (3) includes a feed pre-storage tank (301). The bottom of the feed pre-storage tank (301) is provided with a limiting protrusion area (302) that is adapted to the limiting groove (103). The limiting protrusion area (302) is provided with a discharge port (303) that is adapted to the discharge trough (104).

9. The self-service small animal feed filling machine according to claim 8, characterized in that: The bottom of the feed pre-storage tank (301) overlaps with the top of the support ladder (102), and a pressure sensor (205) is provided on the support ladder (102). The pressure sensor (205) is connected to the internal signal of the electrical control / drive chamber (201).

10. The self-service small animal feed filling machine according to any one of claims 1-9, characterized in that: The feed trough (4) and the outer cavity (1) are detachably connected.

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