Adjustable plant spacing positioning device

By designing an adjustable plant spacing positioning device, the problem of inaccurate plant spacing measurement in field plot trials was solved, achieving efficient and flexible plant spacing control and precise measurement, adapting to the planting needs of different crops.

CN223540947UActive Publication Date: 2025-11-14AGRI SCI RES INST OF THE FOURTH DIVISION OF XINJIANG PROD & CONSTR CORPS
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Application Number
CN202423129220.2
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-12-16
Publication Date
2025-11-14
Estimated Expiration
2034-12-16

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Technical Problem

Existing technologies cannot efficiently and accurately control and adjust plant spacing in field plot trials, resulting in slow measurement progress, low accuracy, and affecting the accuracy and repeatability of experimental data.

Method used

An adjustable plant spacing positioning device was designed, including multiple fixed rods, auxiliary ropes and distance measuring and positioning components. Combined with a storage bin and a rotating feeding mechanism, the device achieves precise control and flexible adjustment of plant spacing through a multi-functional locking mechanism and grid design.

Benefits of technology

It improves the accuracy and efficiency of plant spacing measurement, adapts to different density requirements, ensures measurement precision and flexibility, avoids material mixing or blockage, and protects the materials in the storage silo from external influences.

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Abstract

The utility model provides an adjustable plant spacing positioning device which comprises a plurality of fixing rods, an auxiliary rope is connected among the fixing rods, and a distance measuring positioning assembly is connected to the auxiliary rope in a sliding mode. The distance measuring and positioning assembly comprises a locking mechanism connected to the auxiliary rope, one end of the locking mechanism is detachably connected with a distance measuring mechanism, the other end of the locking mechanism is hinged to a storage bin, and the other end of the storage bin is connected with a rotary discharging mechanism. The device can quickly and accurately position the seeding position according to different density requirements, so that the adaptability and flexibility of the device are greatly improved while the seeding efficiency and accuracy are improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of agricultural production technology, and in particular to an adjustable plant spacing positioning device. Background Technology

[0002] In modern agricultural production, crop planting density is one of the important factors affecting crop yield and quality. Especially in the planting of crops such as corn and sorghum, appropriate plant spacing can significantly improve the photosynthetic efficiency of crops, thereby increasing yield per unit area. However, when conducting field density-related experiments, traditional manual measurement of plant spacing has many inconveniences and limitations.

[0003] Currently, while large-scale seeding machinery can adjust seeding density, it is primarily suitable for large-scale commercial planting. In agricultural scientific research, especially in field plot trials, the small size of the experimental plots makes it impossible or unsuitable for large machinery to enter. Therefore, researchers typically use manual measurement to determine plant spacing. Manual measurement is not only labor-intensive but also difficult to maintain, directly impacting the accuracy and repeatability of experimental data.

[0004] In traditional manual measurement of plant spacing, researchers typically use simple methods such as ropes or step estimation to control the required spacing for different needs. However, this method suffers from problems such as low accuracy, low efficiency, and poor adjustability.

[0005] Therefore, designing a sowing positioning device that can precisely control plant spacing and adapt to different density requirements has become a pressing technical problem in agricultural research. Existing tools cannot meet the needs of efficient, accurate, and convenient plant spacing positioning in field trials. Utility Model Content

[0006] This invention provides an adjustable plant spacing positioning device that can quickly and accurately locate the sowing position according to different density requirements, thereby improving sowing efficiency and accuracy while greatly enhancing the adaptability and flexibility of the device.

[0007] This utility model provides an adjustable plant spacing positioning device, including multiple fixed rods, with an auxiliary rope connected between the multiple fixed rods, and a distance measuring and positioning component slidably connected to the auxiliary rope; the distance measuring and positioning component includes a locking mechanism connected to the auxiliary rope, one end of the locking mechanism is detachably connected to the distance measuring mechanism, the other end of the locking mechanism is hinged to a storage bin, and the other end of the storage bin is connected to a rotating feeding mechanism.

[0008] In one possible implementation, a grating is detachably installed inside the storage silo, with one end of the grating hinged to a locking mechanism and a baffle plate fixedly installed at the other end of the grating, dividing the storage silo into multiple independent compartments.

[0009] In one possible implementation, a rotating shaft is fixedly installed on the side of the baffle away from the storage bin, and the baffle has multiple through discharge ports, which correspond to multiple independent bins.

[0010] In one possible implementation, the rotating shaft includes a bushing connected to the baffle plate, and the bushing is rotatably connected to a screw.

[0011] In one possible implementation, the rotary unloading mechanism includes a shaft hole rotatably connected to the bushing, a limiting hole communicating with the shaft hole is provided on the side wall of the rotary unloading mechanism, a limiting rod is threadedly connected to the limiting hole, and a limiting piece is provided on the side of the limiting rod near the shaft hole.

[0012] In one possible implementation, the bushing is rotatably connected within the shaft hole, and one end of the screw is embedded in the bottom of the shaft hole.

[0013] In one possible implementation, the rotary feeding mechanism is also provided with a feeding hole.

[0014] In one possible implementation, the locking mechanism includes a lock body with a slot for connecting to an auxiliary rope, and a channel communicating with the slot on one side of the lock body.

[0015] In one possible implementation, a lock hole is provided at the top of the channel, a slider is slidably connected to the outside of the lock hole, a locking rod is connected to the slider, and the locking rod is built into the lock hole.

[0016] In one possible implementation, the device further includes a hopper cover slidably connected to a locking mechanism, the hopper cover corresponding to the top of the storage hopper.

[0017] The technical solution provided in this utility model has at least the following technical effects:

[0018] (1) High precision: The use of a distance measuring mechanism to replace manual measurement improves the accuracy of measurements and the precision of data in field plot experiments;

[0019] (2) High flexibility: The device can flexibly adjust the plant spacing according to different crops and planting needs through the combination of multiple fixed rods and auxiliary ropes, as well as the sliding connection of the ranging and positioning components, making it highly adaptable.

[0020] (3) Structural optimization: The grid installed in the storage silo divides the silo into multiple independent silos, which can store different marking pigments separately, making it easy to manage and use;

[0021] (4) Baffle design: The setting of the baffle and the corresponding relationship with the discharge port ensure the accuracy and controllability of the material feeding and avoid material mixing or blockage;

[0022] (5) Multifunctionality: The device also includes a silo cover, which can protect the materials in the storage silo from the influence of the external environment. At the same time, the sliding connection of the silo cover facilitates quick material retrieval or feeding.

[0023] In summary, this device enables flexible adjustment and precise control of plant spacing during the planting process, improving the efficiency of plant spacing measurement while adapting to different plant spacing positioning requirements. Attached Figure Description

[0024] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.

[0025] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the overall structure of an adjustable plant spacing positioning device provided by this utility model;

[0026] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the distance measuring and positioning component structure of an adjustable plant spacing positioning device provided by this utility model;

[0027] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of a storage bin-grid structure for an adjustable plant spacing positioning device provided by this utility model;

[0028] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the rotating feeding mechanism of an adjustable plant spacing positioning device provided by this utility model.

[0029] Reference numerals in the attached drawings: 1. Fixed rod; 2. Auxiliary rope; 3. Distance measuring mechanism; 4. Locking mechanism; 41. Lock body; 42. Lock hole; 43. Sliding block; 44. Locking rod; 5. Bin cover; 6. Storage bin; 7. Grating; 71. Baffle plate; 72. Rotating shaft; 721. Bushing; 722. Screw; 73. Discharge port; 8. Rotary feeding mechanism; 81. Shaft hole; 82. Limiting hole; 83. Limiting rod; 84. Limiting piece; 85. Feeding hole. Detailed Implementation

[0030] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some, not all, of the embodiments of the present utility model. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present utility model.

[0031] In the description of the embodiments of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "upper," "lower," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship, are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings and are only for the convenience of describing the embodiments of this utility model and simplifying the description. They 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, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model. The terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance. In addition, the terms "installation" and "connection" 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 direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal connection of two components. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of the above terms in the embodiments of this utility model can be understood according to the specific circumstances.

[0032] This utility model provides an adjustable plant spacing positioning device, such as Figures 1 to 4 As shown. The device includes multiple fixed rods 1, with auxiliary ropes 2 connecting the multiple fixed rods 1, and a ranging and positioning component slidably connected to the auxiliary ropes 2.

[0033] Specifically, the number of fixing rods 1 is determined according to the planting requirements and plant spacing requirements of the experimental field. For example, fixing rods 1 can be set in a straight line, a Y-shape, etc. The fixing rods 1 can be made of regular or smooth, reflective, opaque objects, such as metal ground stakes, to provide feedback on the ranging signal of the ranging and positioning components. The auxiliary rope 2 is used to support the other components of this device so that they can function normally, and its horizontal direction should be parallel to the ground.

[0034] For example, the ranging and positioning component includes a locking mechanism 4 connected to the auxiliary rope 2. One end of the locking mechanism 4 is detachably connected to the ranging mechanism 3, and the other end of the locking mechanism 4 is hinged to a storage bin 6. The other end of the storage bin 6 is connected to a rotating feeding mechanism 8.

[0035] Specifically, the ranging mechanism 3 used in this device is an existing technology, such as HILTIPD-S, PD-E and Newcon LRM3500M-35BT, which can meet the usage requirements.

[0036] For example, a grid 7 is detachably provided inside the storage bin 6. One end of the grid 7 is hinged to the locking mechanism 4, and a baffle 71 is fixedly provided at the other end of the grid 7. The grid 7 divides the storage bin 6 into multiple independent compartments.

[0037] Specifically, the number of independent compartments that the grille 7 divides into in the storage bin 6 is determined as needed. Furthermore, baffles 71 are placed at the bottom of the storage bin 6, thereby securing the grille 7 inside the storage bin 6.

[0038] Specifically, a chute is provided on the inner side of the storage bin 6, and the outer end of the grid 7 slides on the chute.

[0039] Specifically, a retaining ring is provided at the bottom of the storage bin 6, and a baffle plate 71 is placed above the retaining ring.

[0040] For example, a rotating shaft 72 is fixedly provided on the side of the baffle plate 71 away from the storage bin 6, and the baffle plate 71 has multiple through discharge ports 73, which correspond to multiple independent bins.

[0041] Specifically, the grid 7 rotates within the storage silo 6 via the rotating shaft 72, or the storage silo 6 and the grid 7 rotate together via the rotating shaft 72. The discharge port 73 corresponds one-to-one with the independent compartments, achieving the purpose of individual material discharge from each independent compartment within the storage silo 6.

[0042] For example, the rotating shaft 72 includes a bushing 721 connected to the baffle plate 71, and the bushing 721 is rotatably connected to a screw 722.

[0043] Specifically, the grille 7, the baffle plate 71, and the bushing 721 can be integrated into one unit and then rotate on the screw 722.

[0044] For example, the rotary feeding mechanism 8 includes a shaft hole 81 rotatably connected to the bushing 721. The side wall of the rotary feeding mechanism 8 is provided with a limiting hole 82 communicating with the shaft hole 81. A limiting rod 83 is internally threaded into the limiting hole 82. A limiting piece 84 is provided on the side of the limiting rod 83 near the shaft hole 81.

[0045] Specifically, a limiting hole 82 is provided on the side wall of the rotary feeding mechanism 8, which connects the outside of the rotary feeding mechanism 8 and the shaft hole 81. A limiting rod 83 is threaded into the limiting hole 82, and the limiting rod 83 controls the limiting piece 84 to move closer to or away from the shaft hole 81.

[0046] For example, the bushing 721 is rotatably connected within the shaft hole 81, and one end of the screw 722 is embedded in the bottom of the shaft hole 81.

[0047] Specifically, the bottom of the shaft hole 81 is provided with a groove for locking the screw 722.

[0048] Specifically, the storage bin 6 and the grid 7 rotate in the shaft hole 81 via the bushing 721, while the screw 722 is locked in the shaft hole 81. That is, the storage bin 6 and the grid 7 are rotatably connected to the rotating feeding mechanism 8 via the screw 722.

[0049] For example, the rotary feeding mechanism 8 is also provided with a feeding hole 85.

[0050] Specifically, when the discharge hole 85 is opposite to the outlet 73, the material in the storage bin 6 can flow out along the discharge hole 85.

[0051] Specifically, the vertical center of the bottom end of the feeding hole 85 is aligned with the vertical center of the ranging mechanism 3.

[0052] For example, the locking mechanism 4 includes a lock body 41, which has a slot for connecting to the auxiliary rope 2, and a channel communicating with the slot is provided on one side of the lock body 41.

[0053] Specifically, the locking mechanism 4 slides on the auxiliary rope 2 through the slot, and the channel communicating with the slot is used for the auxiliary rope 2 to enter the slot.

[0054] For example, a lock hole 42 is provided at the top of the channel, a slider 43 is slidably connected to the outside of the lock hole 42, a locking rod 44 is connected to the slider 43, and the locking rod 44 is built into the lock hole 42.

[0055] Specifically, the slider 43 drives the locking rod 44 to slide up and down inside the lock hole 42, opening or closing the passage.

[0056] Specifically, a slide bar is provided at the bottom of the lock body 41, allowing the storage bin 6 and the grid 7 to be close to or away from the ground. Furthermore, the slide bar can be single or multiple.

[0057] For example, the device also includes a hopper cover 5, which is slidably connected to the locking mechanism 4 and corresponds to the top of the storage hopper 6.

[0058] Specifically, the cover 5 can slide to move closer to or further away from the opening of the storage bin 6.

[0059] Example:

[0060] To determine the required plant spacing for field trials, when using this device, first insert multiple fixed rods 1 vertically into the soil at both ends of the experimental field, ensuring the fixed rods 1 are perpendicular to the ground. Then, connect both ends of the auxiliary rope 2 to the fixed rods 1. The auxiliary rope 2 should be a certain distance from the ground, or the distance between the auxiliary rope 2 and the ground should be greater than the height of the ranging and positioning components.

[0061] After the auxiliary rope 2 is straightened and parallel to the horizontal ground of the test field, the slider 43 of the sliding locking mechanism 4 pushes the locking rod 44 out of the lock hole 42. At this time, the opening of the locking mechanism 4 allows the auxiliary rope 2 to be inserted into the slot of the lock body 41, and the slider 43 pushes the locking rod 44 into the lock hole 42, so that the locking mechanism 4 slides on the auxiliary rope 2 to adjust its position.

[0062] Next, open the bin cover 5 and slide it onto the locking mechanism 4. At this time, the grid 7 can be selected according to the actual situation of the plant spacing marking. For example, if there are three types of plant spacing marking, a grid 7 with three discharge ports 73 corresponding to the baffle plate 71 can be selected. If there are five types of plant spacing marking, a grid 7 with five discharge ports 73 corresponding to the baffle plate 71 can be selected.

[0063] After selecting the grid 7, place it on the retaining ring at the bottom of the storage bin 6 using the baffle plate 71. Select the appropriate pigment according to the type of plant spacing mark and place it into the independent compartment within the storage bin 6. Before placing the pigment into the storage bin 6, the discharge holes 85 on the rotating feeding mechanism 8 are closed, meaning that the discharge holes 85 and the outlets 73 do not correspond one-to-one.

[0064] After the pigment is added to the storage bin 6 and adjusted, the distance measuring mechanism 3 is opened, and the sliding locking mechanism 4 is engaged. Once the distance measuring mechanism 3 displays the set plant spacing mark, the limiting rod 83 is rotated. The limiting rod 83 rotates within the limiting hole 82, pushing the limiting piece 84 into the shaft hole 81. The rotating shaft 72 connected to the baffle plate 71 rotates within the shaft hole 81, the bushing 721 slides within the shaft hole 81, and the threaded section of the screw 722 rotates within the bushing 721. The bottom of the screw 722 is embedded in the groove of the shaft hole 81.

[0065] Therefore, when the limiting plate 84 is pushed into the shaft hole 81, it tightens after approaching the screw 722. The friction between the limiting plate 84 and the screw 722 fixes the rotating feeding mechanism 8 at the position corresponding to the feeding hole 85 and the discharge port 73. At this time, the pigment in the independent compartment of the corresponding storage bin 6 enters the feeding hole 85 of the rotating feeding mechanism 8 through the discharge port 73. Accordingly, the pigment falls through the feeding hole 85 to the location in the experimental field where plant spacing marking is required, thus completing the marking.

[0066] In practical applications, the pigment for marking plant spacing can be placed in the independent compartment of the storage bin 6 first, and then the ranging and positioning component can be connected to the auxiliary rope 2 through the locking mechanism 4.

[0067] In practical applications, the above embodiments provide one application method for this device, and its specific structure can be found in [reference needed]. Figures 1-4 The locking mechanism 4 and the grille 7 are provided with a movable connecting member. The cover 5 is slidably connected to the locking mechanism 4, which can be the structure in the embodiment, see [reference]. Figure 2 Alternatively, it can be configured as a separate connecting rod.

[0068] The various embodiments in this specification are described in a progressive manner. For the same or similar parts between the various embodiments, please refer to each other. Each embodiment focuses on describing the differences from other embodiments.

[0069] The above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model, and are not intended to limit this utility model. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some or all of the technical features therein. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of this utility model.

Claims

1. An adjustable plant spacing positioning device, characterized in that, It includes multiple fixed rods (1), and auxiliary ropes (2) are connected between the multiple fixed rods (1). A ranging and positioning component is slidably connected to the auxiliary ropes (2). The ranging and positioning assembly includes a locking mechanism (4) connected to the auxiliary rope (2). One end of the locking mechanism (4) is detachably connected to the ranging mechanism (3), and the other end of the locking mechanism (4) is hinged to a storage bin (6). The other end of the storage bin (6) is connected to a rotating feeding mechanism (8).

2. The adjustable plant spacing positioning device according to claim 1, characterized in that, A grid (7) is detachably installed inside the storage bin (6). One end of the grid (7) is hinged to the locking mechanism (4), and a baffle plate (71) is fixedly installed at the other end of the grid (7). The grid (7) divides the storage bin (6) into multiple independent compartments.

3. The adjustable plant spacing positioning device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The partition plate (71) is fixedly provided with a rotating shaft (72) on the side away from the storage bin (6), and the partition plate (71) has multiple through discharge ports (73), which correspond to multiple independent bins.

4. The adjustable plant spacing positioning device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The rotating shaft (72) includes a bushing (721) connected to the baffle plate (71), and the bushing (721) is rotatably connected to a screw (722).

5. The adjustable plant spacing positioning device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The rotary feeding mechanism (8) includes a shaft hole (81) rotatably connected to the bushing (721). The side wall of the rotary feeding mechanism (8) is provided with a limiting hole (82) communicating with the shaft hole (81). A limiting rod (83) is connected in the limiting hole (82). A limiting piece (84) is provided on the side of the limiting rod (83) near the shaft hole (81).

6. The adjustable plant spacing positioning device according to claim 5, characterized in that, One end of the screw (722) is embedded in the bottom of the shaft hole (81).

7. The adjustable plant spacing positioning device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The rotary feeding mechanism (8) is also provided with a feeding hole (85).

8. The adjustable plant spacing positioning device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The locking mechanism (4) includes a lock body (41), which has a slot for connecting to the auxiliary rope (2), and a channel communicating with the slot is provided on one side of the lock body (41).

9. The adjustable plant spacing positioning device according to claim 8, characterized in that, The top of the channel is provided with a lock hole (42), and a slider (43) is slidably connected to the outside of the lock hole (42). The slider (43) is connected to a locking rod (44), and the locking rod (44) is built into the lock hole (42).

10. The adjustable plant spacing positioning device according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a hopper cover (5), which is slidably connected to the locking mechanism (4), and the hopper cover (5) corresponds to the top of the storage hopper (6).