Compact hydroponic planting device

Abstract

The utility model discloses a compact hydroponic planting device which comprises a shell, a hydroponic frame body and a liquid cooling module, the shell is provided with an inner cavity, the shell is provided with an opening communicated with the inner cavity, the shell is movably or detachably provided with a door plate, the door plate can open or close the opening, and the liquid cooling module is connected with the liquid cooling module. The water culture frame body is arranged in the shell and located in the inner cavity, the liquid cooling module comprises a refrigeration module and a liquid conveying pipe fitting, the refrigeration module is connected with the liquid conveying pipe fitting so as to refrigerate liquid conveyed in the liquid conveying pipe fitting, and the liquid conveying pipe fitting is wound around the wall face of the shell so as to conduct heat mutually; according to the design, a liquid cooling temperature adjusting mode is adopted to save arrangement space, temperature uniformity is guaranteed, and planting quality is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of hydroponic planting equipment technology, and in particular to a compact hydroponic planting device. Background Technology

[0002] Most existing hydroponic growing devices adopt a greenhouse or container-style layout, forming a relatively spacious planting space inside. Hydroponic frames can be placed inside, and temperature control devices such as air conditioners can be installed on the shell. The temperature control devices output airflow to regulate the internal temperature to suit the growth of fruits, vegetables, and other plants. However, such hydroponic growing devices require a lot of space, which limits their promotion. For example, they cannot be promoted for home use.

[0003] Some manufacturers have compacted hydroponic planting devices, making them smaller in size and creating smaller internal planting spaces. As a result, these devices cannot accommodate temperature control devices such as air conditioners. Furthermore, due to the smaller planting space, airflow is limited by the plants themselves, leading to uneven temperatures within the planting space. Therefore, there are difficulties in the actual research and development process. Utility Model Content

[0004] This invention aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, this invention proposes a compact hydroponic planting device that uses liquid cooling for temperature control to save space, ensure uniform temperature, and improve planting quality.

[0005] A compact hydroponic planting device according to a first aspect of the present invention includes: a shell having an inner cavity, the shell having an opening communicating with the inner cavity, the shell being movably or detachably provided with a door panel, the door panel being able to open or close the opening; a hydroponic frame disposed in the shell and located in the inner cavity; and a liquid cooling module including a refrigeration module and a liquid infusion fitting, the refrigeration module being connected to the liquid infusion fitting to be able to cool the liquid transported in the liquid infusion fitting, the liquid infusion fitting being coiled around the wall of the shell for mutual heat conduction.

[0006] A compact hydroponic planting device according to an embodiment of the present invention has at least the following beneficial effects:

[0007] This utility model is a compact hydroponic planting device. Its small size allows it to be placed in homes, offices, and other environments. Users can open the door to tend to the fruits and vegetables grown on the hydroponic frame. Closing the door creates a relatively sealed inner cavity. The liquid cooling module regulates the temperature of the liquid in the infusion tubing, which is then transported through the tubing. Heat exchange occurs between the tubing and the shell wall, thus regulating the temperature of the inner cavity to suit plant growth. This design uses liquid cooling for temperature control to save space, ensure uniform temperature, and improve planting quality.

[0008] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the shell includes an outer shell and an inner liner. The outer shell is fitted onto the inner liner, and the inner liner defines the inner cavity. There is an accommodating space between the inner wall surface of the outer shell and the outer wall surface of the inner liner. The infusion tubing is disposed in the accommodating space and is in contact with the inner liner for mutual heat conduction.

[0009] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the housing is rectangular in shape, and the infusion tubing is disposed on the back and both sides of the housing.

[0010] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the refrigeration module includes a liquid storage tank, a liquid pump, and a refrigeration component. The liquid storage tank includes an outlet and a return outlet. The refrigeration component is disposed in the liquid storage tank to cool the liquid in the liquid storage tank. The first end of the liquid delivery pipe is connected to the outlet, and the last end of the liquid delivery pipe is connected to the return outlet. The liquid pump is disposed on the liquid delivery pipe to drive the liquid flow.

[0011] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the infusion fitting is provided with a bend, and the infusion fitting extends back and forth on the wall surface of the housing.

[0012] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the hydroponic frame is provided with multiple hydroponic shelves arranged in layers from top to bottom, and there is a planting spacing between two adjacent hydroponic shelves. The shell is provided with a fan module in the inner cavity, and the fan module can guide the airflow in the planting spacing.

[0013] According to some embodiments of this utility model, each hydroponic shelf includes two hydroponic dishes placed on the left and right. The hydroponic shelf body has a support frame between the two hydroponic dishes. The fan module includes multiple first fans and multiple second fans. The first fans and second fans are alternately arranged on the support frames of different layers. The first fan includes a first air inlet and a first air outlet, which are arranged back to back on the left and right. The second fan includes a second air inlet and a second air outlet, which are arranged back to back on the left and right. The orientation of the first air outlet is opposite to the orientation of the second air outlet.

[0014] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the fan module further includes a third fan and a fourth fan. The third fan and the fourth fan are respectively located on the left and right sides of the inner cavity, and the third fan, the fourth fan and one of the first fans are approximately at the same height. The third fan includes a third air inlet and a third air outlet, which are arranged perpendicularly to each other. The fourth fan includes a fourth air inlet and a fourth air outlet, which are arranged perpendicularly to each other. The third air outlet faces the first air inlet, and the fourth air inlet faces the first air outlet.

[0015] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the third fan and the fourth fan are both located at the top of the inner cavity, and the third air inlet and the fourth air outlet both face downwards.

[0016] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a lighting component is provided at the bottom of each hydroponic shelf.

[0017] Additional aspects and advantages of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0018] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of this utility model will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:

[0019] Figure 1 This is a front view of one embodiment of the hydroponic planting device of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the hydroponic planting device of this utility model in the planting state of one embodiment;

[0021] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the airflow direction in one embodiment of the hydroponic planting device of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the rear infusion pipe arrangement of one embodiment of the hydroponic planting device of this utility model;

[0023] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the side infusion pipe arrangement in one embodiment of the hydroponic planting device of this utility model.

[0024] Figure label:

[0025] Shell 100; outer shell 110; inner liner 120; inner cavity 130; hydroponic frame 200; hydroponic shelf 210; stand 220; hydroponic dish 230; liquid cooling module 300; refrigeration module 310; liquid storage tank 311; liquid pump 312; refrigeration component 313; infusion pipe fitting 320; bend 321; first fan 400; first air inlet 410; first air outlet 420; second fan 500; second air inlet 510; second air outlet 520; third fan 600; third air inlet 610; third air outlet 620; fourth fan 700; fourth air inlet 710; fourth air outlet 720; lighting assembly 800. Detailed Implementation

[0026] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0027] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the directional descriptions, such as the terms "up," "down," "front," "back," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," indicate the directional or positional relationship based on the directional or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0028] In the description of this utility model, "several" means one or more, "multiple" means two or more, "greater than," "less than," and "exceeding" are understood to exclude the stated number, while "above," "below," and "within" are understood to include the stated number. If "first" or "second" is used in the description, it is only for the purpose of distinguishing technical features and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance, or implicitly indicating the number of indicated technical features, or implicitly indicating the order of the indicated technical features.

[0029] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0030] like Figure 1As shown in Figure 5, a compact hydroponic planting device according to a first aspect embodiment of the present invention includes a housing 100, a hydroponic frame 200, and a liquid cooling module 300. The housing 100 has an inner cavity 130, and the housing 100 is provided with an opening communicating with the inner cavity 130. The housing 100 is movably or detachably provided with a door panel, which can open or close the opening. The hydroponic frame 200 is disposed in the housing 100 and located in the inner cavity 130. The liquid cooling module 300 includes a refrigeration module 310 and a liquid infusion fitting 320. The refrigeration module 310 is connected to the liquid infusion fitting 320 to cool the liquid transmitted in the liquid infusion fitting 320. The liquid infusion fitting 320 is coiled around the wall of the housing 100 to conduct heat to each other.

[0031] The housing 100 can be made of materials such as translucent glass or acrylic, allowing users to directly observe the growth of the plants inside. The housing 100 can also be made of materials such as alloys. The door panel can be rotatably mounted on the housing 100, allowing users to open or close the opening by rotating the door panel. The door panel can also be slidably mounted on the housing 100 via a slide rail and can be detached from the end of the slide rail for a detachable connection.

[0032] This utility model is a compact hydroponic planting device. Its small size allows it to be placed in homes, offices, and other environments. Users can open the door to tend to the fruits and vegetables planted on the hydroponic frame 200. Closing the door creates a relatively sealed inner cavity 130. The liquid cooling module 300 regulates the temperature of the liquid in the infusion pipe 320, which then transmits heat through the pipe. The infusion pipe 320 exchanges heat with the wall of the shell 100, thereby regulating the temperature of the inner cavity 130 to suit plant growth. This design uses liquid cooling temperature control to save space, ensure uniform temperature, and improve planting quality.

[0033] In some embodiments of this utility model, the housing 100 includes an outer shell 110 and an inner liner 120. The outer shell 110 is sleeved on the inner liner 120, and the inner liner 120 defines the inner cavity 130. There is an accommodating space between the inner wall surface of the outer shell 110 and the outer wall surface of the inner liner 120. The infusion fitting 320 is disposed in the accommodating space and is in contact with the inner liner 120 for mutual heat conduction.

[0034] The outer shell 110 can be made of a material with good heat insulation properties, such as resin or plastic, while the inner liner 120 is made of a material with good thermal conductivity, such as an alloy. The outer shell 110 can reduce heat exchange between the outside and the infusion tubing 320. The infusion tubing 320 can also be made of an alloy material with good thermal conductivity. The liquid in the inner cavity 130 and the liquid in the infusion tubing 320 can transfer heat to each other, thereby realizing the use of flowing liquid to regulate the temperature of the inner cavity 130.

[0035] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 4 , 5 As shown, the housing 100 is rectangular, and the infusion tubing 320 is disposed on the back and both sides of the housing 100. The door panel is disposed on the front of the housing 100, and the bottom of the inner cavity 130 of the housing 100 can be divided into relatively independent spaces to accommodate the cooling module 310. The infusion tubing 320 is arranged on the back and both sides of the housing 100 to cover the area of ​​heat exchange with the inner cavity 130 as much as possible, ensuring uniform temperature in all directions.

[0036] In some embodiments of this utility model, the refrigeration module 310 includes a liquid storage tank 311, a liquid pump 312, and a refrigeration component 313. The liquid storage tank 311 includes a liquid outlet and a refrigeration outlet. The refrigeration component 313 is disposed in the liquid storage tank 311 to cool the liquid in the liquid storage tank 311. The first end of the liquid delivery pipe 320 is connected to the liquid outlet, and the tail end of the liquid delivery pipe 320 is connected to the refrigeration outlet. The liquid pump 312 is disposed on the liquid delivery pipe 320 to drive the liquid flow.

[0037] The liquid storage tank 311 can be placed at the bottom of the housing 100. The liquid storage tank 311 can store water. The cooling element 313 can be a semiconductor cooling chip. The cooling element 313 is attached to the wall of the liquid storage tank 311 to cool the water inside. When the liquid pump 312 is running, it can drive the water from the outlet of the liquid storage tank 311 into the infusion pipe 320. The water flows in the infusion pipe 320 and absorbs heat from the inner cavity 130. Then it flows back from the return port to the liquid storage tank 311 and is cooled by the cooling element 313.

[0038] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 4 , 5 As shown, the infusion fitting 320 is provided with a bend 321, and the infusion fitting 320 extends back and forth on the wall surface of the housing 100.

[0039] The infusion tubing 320 can extend along the length direction, width direction, etc. of the wall of the housing 100. When it reaches the edge of the wall, the infusion tubing 320 can be bent back by the bend 321 to extend back and forth on the wall of the housing 100, or it can be extended to another adjacent wall by the bend 321.

[0040] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 2 , 3As shown, the hydroponic frame 200 is arranged in layers from top to bottom with multiple hydroponic shelves 210. There is a planting spacing between two adjacent hydroponic shelves 210. The shell 100 is provided with a fan module in the inner cavity 130. The fan module can guide the airflow in the planting spacing.

[0041] The hydroponic frame 200 can be constructed by building a frame with multiple vertical and horizontal frames. Multiple layers of hydroponic shelves 210 are formed on the frame using panels. Hydroponic fruits and vegetables can be grown on the shelves 210, and the planting spacing provides space for the plants to grow. In some embodiments of this invention, such as... Figure 2 , 3 As shown, each layer of the hydroponic shelf 210 is equipped with a lighting component 800 at its bottom. The lighting component 800 can be formed by multiple LED light strips. The multiple LED light strips can be of different colors. The combination of LED light strips of different colors can form a color spectrum suitable for the growth of fruit and vegetable plants at different growth stages.

[0042] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 3 As shown, each hydroponic shelf 210 includes two hydroponic dishes 230 placed on the left and right. The hydroponic shelf body 200 has a support frame 220 between the two hydroponic dishes 230. The fan module includes multiple first fans 400 and multiple second fans 500. The first fans 400 and the second fans 500 are alternately arranged on the support frames 220 of different layers. The first fan 400 includes a first air inlet 410 and a first air outlet 420. The first air inlet 410 and the first air outlet 420 are arranged back to back on the left and right. The second fan 500 includes a second air inlet 510 and a second air outlet 520. The second air inlet 510 and the second air outlet 520 are arranged back to back on the left and right. The orientation of the first air outlet 420 is opposite to the orientation of the second air outlet 520.

[0043] Hydroponic dishes 230 can be placed on both sides of the support frame 220. It is understood that the support frame 220 and other components of the hydroponic frame 200 can be constructed from rods, allowing airflow to pass through and circulate within the inner cavity 130. In the layered structure, the first fan 400 and the second fan 500 are alternately arranged. Since the orientation of the first air outlet 420 of the first fan 400 is opposite to the orientation of the second air outlet 520 of the second fan 500, it is equivalent to the orientation of the first air inlet 410 of the first fan 400 being opposite to the orientation of the second air inlet 510 of the second fan 500. Figure 3As shown, this means that when the first fan 400 and the second fan 500 are running together, the airflow in the first layer is from right to left, and the airflow in the second layer is from left to right. This process is repeated sequentially to ensure that the airflow in the inner cavity 130 flows in an orderly manner, resulting in uniform temperature and timely supply of oxygen and carbon dioxide to the plants in each layer, thus ensuring excellent growth conditions for the plants.

[0044] In some embodiments of this utility model, the fan module further includes a third fan 600 and a fourth fan 700. The third fan 600 and the fourth fan 700 are respectively located on the left and right sides of the inner cavity 130, and the third fan 600, the fourth fan 700 and one of the first fans 400 are approximately at the same height. The third fan 600 includes a third air inlet 610 and a third air outlet 620, which are arranged perpendicularly to each other. The fourth fan 700 includes a fourth air inlet 710 and a fourth air outlet 720, which are arranged perpendicularly to each other. The third air outlet 620 faces the first air inlet 410, and the fourth air inlet 710 faces the first air outlet 420.

[0045] Since the third fan 600 and the fourth fan 700 are located on the left and right sides of the inner cavity 130 respectively, while the first fan 400 and the second fan 500 are located in the middle between the third fan 600 and the fourth fan 700, specifically, the third fan 600 and the fourth fan 700 are both located at the top of the inner cavity 130, and the third air inlet 610 and the fourth air outlet 720 both face downwards.

[0046] The topmost fan 400 blows airflow from right to left toward the third fan 600. The third fan 600 drives the airflow downwards. In the downward-flowing part, the airflow is driven by the second fan 500 to flow from left to right. The bottom fan 400 can also blow airflow from right to left. Driven by the airflow from the third outlet 620 of the third fan 600, all the airflow flows downwards. The airflow blown from left to right by the second fan 500 can then be guided upwards by the fourth fan 700 and enter the fourth inlet 710 of the fourth fan 700, and then blown toward the first inlet 410 of the top fan 400.

[0047] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined in any way. For the sake of brevity, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0048] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A compact hydroponic planting device, characterized in that, include: A housing having an inner cavity, the housing having an opening communicating with the inner cavity, and the housing having a door panel that is movably or detachably provided, the door panel being able to open or close the opening; A hydroponic frame is disposed within the shell and located in the inner cavity; The liquid cooling module includes a refrigeration module and a liquid infusion fitting. The refrigeration module is connected to the liquid infusion fitting to cool the liquid transported within the liquid infusion fitting. The liquid infusion fitting is coiled around the wall of the housing to conduct heat between them.

2. The compact hydroponic planting device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The housing includes an outer shell and an inner liner. The outer shell is fitted onto the inner liner, and the inner liner defines the inner cavity. There is an accommodating space between the inner wall surface of the outer shell and the outer wall surface of the inner liner. The infusion tubing is disposed in the accommodating space and is in contact with the inner liner for mutual heat conduction.

3. The compact hydroponic planting device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The housing is rectangular in shape, and the infusion tubing is located on the back and both sides of the housing.

4. A compact hydroponic planting device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The refrigeration module includes a liquid storage tank, a liquid pump, and a refrigeration component. The liquid storage tank includes an outlet and a return outlet. The refrigeration component is installed in the liquid storage tank to cool the liquid in the tank. The first end of the liquid delivery pipe is connected to the outlet, and the last end of the liquid delivery pipe is connected to the return outlet. The liquid pump is installed in the liquid delivery pipe to drive the liquid flow.

5. A compact hydroponic planting device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The infusion tubing is provided with a bend, and the infusion tubing extends back and forth on the wall of the housing.

6. A compact hydroponic planting device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The hydroponic frame is arranged in layers from top to bottom with multiple hydroponic shelves. There is a planting spacing between two adjacent hydroponic shelves. The shell is equipped with a fan module in the inner cavity, which can guide the airflow in the planting spacing.

7. A compact hydroponic planting device according to claim 6, characterized in that: Each hydroponic shelf includes two hydroponic dishes placed on the left and right. The hydroponic shelf body has a support frame between the two hydroponic dishes. The fan module includes multiple first fans and multiple second fans. The first fans and second fans are alternately arranged on the support frames of different layers. The first fan includes a first air inlet and a first air outlet, which are arranged back to back on the left and right. The second fan includes a second air inlet and a second air outlet, which are arranged back to back on the left and right. The orientation of the first air outlet is opposite to the orientation of the second air outlet.

8. A compact hydroponic planting device according to claim 7, characterized in that: The fan module further includes a third fan and a fourth fan. The third fan and the fourth fan are located on the left and right sides of the inner cavity, respectively, and the third fan, the fourth fan, and one of the first fans are approximately at the same height. The third fan includes a third air inlet and a third air outlet, which are arranged perpendicularly to each other. The fourth fan includes a fourth air inlet and a fourth air outlet, which are arranged perpendicularly to each other. The third air outlet faces the first air inlet, and the fourth air inlet faces the first air outlet.

9. A compact hydroponic planting device according to claim 8, characterized in that: The third and fourth fans are both located at the top of the inner cavity, and the third air inlet and the fourth air outlet both face downwards.

10. A compact hydroponic planting device according to claim 6, characterized in that: Each hydroponic shelf is equipped with a lighting unit at its bottom.

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