Water supply system for fish and vegetable symbiotic system
The water supply system using rooftop water collection devices and reservoirs solves the problem of water resource dependence on external water sources in traditional aquaponics systems, realizes water resource recycling and improves system stability, reduces operating costs, and is in line with environmental protection principles.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202423306027.1
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-12-31
- Publication Date
- 2025-12-02
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-12-31
AI Technical Summary
Traditional aquaponics systems rely on external water sources for replenishment, which leads to increased water consumption and affects system stability and production efficiency.
The water supply system adopts a rooftop water collection device and a water storage tank. The rooftop water collection device collects natural rainwater and combines it with the water storage tank to realize the recycling of water resources. It includes the water supply design of the first water supply pipe, fish pond, filter pond and external planting area.
It achieves effective utilization and recycling of water resources, reduces external water consumption, improves system stability and production efficiency, and reduces operating costs, which is in line with the concept of environmental protection and sustainable development.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model belongs to the technical field of aquaponics equipment, and in particular relates to a water supply system for aquaponics systems. Background Technology
[0002] Aquaponics is an agricultural production method that combines aquaculture and hydroponics (or soilless cultivation), offering advantages such as high efficiency, environmental friendliness, and sustainability. However, traditional aquaponics systems typically rely on external water sources for replenishment, which not only increases water consumption but may also affect system stability and production efficiency due to water quality issues. Utility Model Content
[0003] In order to overcome the shortcomings of the prior art, this utility model provides a water supply system for aquaponics systems, which realizes the effective utilization and recycling of water resources and reduces excessive consumption of water resources.
[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: a water supply system for an aquaponics system, characterized in that: it includes a rooftop water collection device, wherein the rooftop water collection device is provided with a first water supply pipe, the rooftop water collection device is connected to a water storage tank through the first water supply pipe, and a water pump is provided on the first water supply pipe; a second water supply pipe, wherein the rooftop water collection device is connected to an external water source through the second water supply pipe; and a first water supply pipe, wherein the rooftop water collection device is connected to a fish pond through the first water supply pipe.
[0005] Preferably, the first water supply pipe is provided with multiple first water supply branches, each first water supply branch is connected to a fish pond, and each water supply branch is provided with a control valve.
[0006] Preferably, the first water supply pipe is connected in parallel with several second water supply branches, the water supply branches are connected to the filter tank, and the filter tank is connected to the return water channel.
[0007] Preferably, the roof water collection device is equipped with a second water supply pipe, which is connected to the external planting area.
[0008] Preferably, a control valve is provided on the second water supply pipe.
[0009] Preferably, the flow rate of the second water supply pipe is less than that of either the first water supply pipe or the second water supply pipe.
[0010] The technical advantages of this invention are as follows: By using rooftop water collection and a reservoir for replenishment, it achieves effective utilization and recycling of water resources, significantly reducing the consumption of external water sources and thus conserving water resources. Simultaneously, utilizing natural rainfall for replenishment reduces the risk of system instability due to water quality issues, improving the stability of the aquaponics system. Furthermore, the system reduces the amount of external water used, effectively lowering operating costs. More importantly, this water supply system aligns with the concepts of environmental protection and sustainable development, providing strong support for the green transformation of agriculture through resource recycling and reduced environmental pollution. Attached Figure Description
[0011] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model.
[0012] The main technical features in the figure are labeled as follows: 1. Roof water collection device; 2. First water supply pipe; 3. Second water supply pipe; 4. First water supply pipe; 41. First water supply branch; 42. Fish pond; 43. Filtration system; 44. Second water supply branch; 45. Filtration tank; 5. Second water supply pipe; 51. Water storage tank; 6. Water pump; 7. Ball valve; 8. Return water channel. Detailed Implementation
[0013] The present invention will be further described below with reference to specific embodiments and accompanying drawings.
[0014] like Figure 1 A water supply system for an aquaponics system includes a rooftop water collection device 1, which is a rooftop water tank installed on the roof and constructed by concrete splicing, and is connected to a first water supply pipe 2, a second water supply pipe 3, a first water supply pipe 4, and a second water supply pipe 5.
[0015] Specifically, the first water supply pipe 2 is a φ50 PE pipe, one end of which is connected to the roof water tank and the other end is connected to the water storage tank 51. Multiple water storage tanks 51 are arranged in parallel. The first water supply pipe 2 is equipped with a water pump 6. When the roof water level is low, the water in the water storage tank 51 can be pumped into the roof water tank by the water pump 6.
[0016] In some embodiments, the water storage tank 51 may also be installed below the roof drain to collect external rainwater; or it may be installed directly below an unobstructed area to collect rainwater directly.
[0017] Specifically, the second water supply pipe 3 is a φ50 PE pipe, one end of which is connected to the roof water tank and the other end is connected to an external water source to supply water to the roof water tank through the external water source.
[0018] Specifically, the first water supply pipe 4 is a φ50 PE pipe, one end of which is connected to the rooftop water tank. It is equipped with two φ50 PE pipe first water supply branches 41, each of which is connected to a fish pond 42. Each water supply branch is equipped with a ball valve 7 to control the opening and closing of each first water supply branch 41, thereby effectively replenishing water to the fish pond 42. The fish pond 42 is equipped with an outlet pipe, which can be connected to a return water channel or to an external planting trough for growing vegetables. A filtration system 43 can be installed on the outlet pipe. The filtration system 43 is existing technology and can be one or more of the following filtration devices: vertical flow sedimentation device, microfiltration machine, etc.
[0019] Furthermore, the first water supply pipe 4 has two φ50 PE pipes connected in parallel to the second water supply branch 44, which is connected to the filter tank 45, and the filter tank 45 is connected to the return water channel; the filter tank 45 is the prior art, and it is equipped with filter elements such as filter brushes and filter biochemical felt.
[0020] Specifically, the second water supply pipe 5 is a φ32 PE pipe, and a ball valve 7 is installed on the second water supply pipe 5. The second water supply pipe 5 is connected to the external planting area to supply excess water to other areas.
[0021] The above description is only a specific embodiment of the present utility model, but the structural features of the present utility model are not limited thereto. The present utility model can be used in similar products. Any changes or modifications made by those skilled in the art within the scope of the present utility model are covered by the patent scope of the present utility model.
Claims
1. A water supply system for an aquaponics system, characterized in that: Includes a roof water collection device (1), wherein the roof water collection device (1) is equipped with The first water supply pipe (2) is connected to the water storage tank (51) through the first water supply pipe (2). A water pump (6) is installed on the first water supply pipe (2). The water storage tank (51) contains collected rainwater. The second water supply pipe (3) connects the roof water collection device (1) to an external water source. The first water supply pipe (4) is connected to the fish pond (42) through the roof water collection device (1).
2. The water supply system for an aquaponics system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first water supply pipe (4) is provided with multiple first water supply branches (41), each first water supply branch (41) is connected to a fish pond (42), and each water supply branch is provided with a control valve.
3. A water supply system for an aquaponics system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first water supply pipe (4) has several second water supply branches (44) connected in parallel. The water supply branches are connected to the filter tank (45), and the filter tank (45) is connected to the return water channel.
4. A water supply system for an aquaponics system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The roof water collection device (1) is equipped with a second water supply pipe (5), which is connected to the external planting area.
5. A water supply system for an aquaponics system according to claim 4, characterized in that: A control valve is provided on the second water supply pipe (5).
6. A water supply system for an aquaponics system according to claim 5, characterized in that: The flow rate of the second water supply pipe (5) is less than that of either the first water supply pipe (2) or the second water supply pipe (3).
7. A water supply system for an aquaponics system according to claim 2 or 5, characterized in that: The control valve is a ball valve (7).