Watering device

Abstract

The utility model relates to a watering device which comprises a shell, a solar module, a battery module, a water inlet and outlet pipe and a control module, the water inlet and outlet pipe and the control module are arranged in the shell, the solar module is arranged outside the shell and rotationally connected with the shell, and the water inlet and outlet pipe is provided with at least one control valve. The control module is in communication connection with the control valve and controls opening and closing of the control valve, and the solar module, the control module and the control valve are all electrically connected with the battery module. Dual-mode power supply is carried out through solar energy and an external power supply, stable power supply support can be provided for the watering device, long-term stable operation of the watering device in various environments is ensured, and then the irrigation effect and the irrigation efficiency of the watering device are improved.

Description

Technical Field

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

[0002] Watering is usually done manually, but with the continuous expansion of urban greening and horticulture, traditional manual watering methods can no longer meet the needs for efficient and precise irrigation.

[0003] Therefore, many automatic watering systems have been introduced to the market. Existing watering systems mostly rely on fixed power sources, which result in high installation and maintenance costs. Furthermore, they are difficult to operate for extended periods in environments with unstable energy supplies, leading to poor irrigation effects and low irrigation efficiency. Utility Model Content

[0004] This utility model provides a watering device, which includes a housing, a solar module, a battery module, inlet and outlet water pipes, and a control module. The inlet and outlet water pipes and the control module are disposed in the housing, and the solar module is disposed outside the housing and rotatably connected to the housing. The inlet and outlet water pipes are provided with at least one control valve, and the control module is communicatively connected to the control valve and controls the opening and closing of the control valve. The solar module, the control module, and the control valve are all electrically connected to the battery module.

[0005] In one embodiment, the inlet and outlet pipes are provided with an inlet and at least one outlet, and the number of control valves matches the number of outlets, with each control valve controlling the opening and closing of the corresponding outlet.

[0006] In one embodiment, the watering device further includes a charging interface module electrically connected to the battery module; the housing includes a front shell and a rear shell, the front shell and the rear shell are detachably connected, the front shell has a mounting slot, and both the solar module and the charging interface module are located in the mounting slot.

[0007] In one embodiment, the solar module includes a solar panel, a mounting base, and a rotating component. The solar panel is mounted on the mounting base and electrically connected to the battery module. The mounting base is rotatably connected to the front shell via the rotating component.

[0008] In one embodiment, the rotating element is a hinge.

[0009] In one embodiment, the rotating component is a motor, which is communicatively connected to the control module, and the control module controls the rotation angle of the solar panel through the motor.

[0010] In one embodiment, the waterer further includes flow sensors, the number of which matches the number of water outlets; the flow sensors are communicatively connected to the control module and are used to monitor the water flow rate of the corresponding water outlet.

[0011] In one embodiment, the waterer further includes a soil moisture sensor, which is communicatively connected to the control module and is used to monitor soil moisture.

[0012] In one embodiment, the watering device further includes a weather sensor, which is communicatively connected to the control module and is used to monitor ambient temperature, ambient humidity, and ambient rainfall.

[0013] In one embodiment, the control module integrates a wireless communication module, which is at least one of a WiFi module, a Bluetooth module, and a Zigbee module.

[0014] Compared with the prior art, the watering device provided in this embodiment of the utility model has the following advantages:

[0015] 1. The watering device provided in this embodiment includes a housing, a solar module, a battery module, inlet and outlet water pipes, and a control module. The inlet and outlet water pipes and the control module are located inside the housing, while the solar module is located outside the housing and rotatably connected to it. The inlet and outlet water pipes are equipped with at least one control valve. The control module is communicatively connected to the control valve and controls its opening and closing. The solar module, control module, and control valve are all electrically connected to the battery module. Powering the device with solar energy solves the problems of existing watering systems relying on fixed power sources, resulting in high installation and maintenance costs, difficulty in long-term operation in environments with unstable energy supply, poor irrigation effects, and low irrigation efficiency. This provides a stable power supply for the watering device, ensuring its long-term stable operation in various environments, thereby improving its irrigation effect and efficiency.

[0016] Furthermore, by controlling the opening and closing of the control valve through the control module, and thus controlling the flow of water in and out, the intelligence of the watering device can be improved, which is conducive to intelligent irrigation according to actual needs.

[0017] 2. In the watering device provided in this embodiment of the utility model, the inlet and outlet pipes are provided with one inlet and at least one outlet. The number of control valves matches the number of outlets, and the control valves control the opening and closing of the corresponding outlets. By setting control valves to control the corresponding outlets, the opening and closing of the corresponding outlets can be controlled according to control commands. According to the needs of different plants or areas, irrigation volume and time can be set to achieve precise irrigation. This realizes multi-channel intelligent watering of the watering device, improves irrigation efficiency, saves water resources, and simplifies the operation process.

[0018] 3. In the watering device provided in this embodiment of the utility model, the watering device also includes a charging interface module, which is electrically connected to the battery module; the housing includes a front shell and a rear shell, which are detachably connected. The front shell has a mounting slot, in which both the solar module and the charging interface module are located. By setting the charging interface module, dual-mode power supply from solar energy and external power can be achieved, further ensuring the long-term stable operation of the watering device in various environments. In addition, the detachable front and rear shells facilitate the assembly and subsequent maintenance of the watering device. Furthermore, by setting the mounting slot to assemble the solar module and the charging interface module, the integration of the watering device can be improved, and the overall size of the watering device can be reduced.

[0019] 4. In the watering device provided in this embodiment of the utility model, the solar module includes a solar panel, a mounting base, and a hinge. The solar panel is mounted on the mounting base, and the mounting base is rotatably connected to the front shell via the hinge. The hinge connection makes assembly simple and convenient; the rotation angle of the solar panel can be achieved by manually rotating the mounting base.

[0020] 5. In the watering device provided in this embodiment of the utility model, the solar module includes a solar panel, a mounting base and a motor. The solar panel is mounted on the mounting base, and the motor is communicatively connected to the control module. The control module controls the rotation angle of the solar panel through the motor, which makes the watering device more intelligent and automated.

[0021] 6. In the watering device provided in this embodiment of the utility model, the watering device also includes flow sensors. The number of flow sensors matches the number of water outlets. The flow sensors are communicatively connected to the control module and are used to monitor the water flow rate of the corresponding water outlet. This allows for setting the appropriate water volume according to actual needs, ensuring that the irrigation volume meets the set requirements and further improving irrigation efficiency.

[0022] 7. The watering device provided in this embodiment of the utility model further includes a soil moisture sensor, which is communicatively connected to the control module and used to monitor soil moisture. This allows for real-time environmental monitoring, intelligent adjustment of irrigation plans, and water conservation.

[0023] 8. The watering device provided in this embodiment of the utility model further includes a meteorological sensor, which is communicatively connected to the control module. The meteorological sensor is used to monitor ambient temperature, ambient humidity, and ambient rainfall. It can monitor the environment in real time, avoiding irrigation during rainfall and further conserving water resources.

[0024] 9. In the watering device provided in this embodiment of the utility model, the control module integrates a wireless communication module. The wireless communication module is at least one of WiFi module, Bluetooth module and Zigbee module. By integrating the wireless communication module, the watering device can wirelessly connect with devices such as smartphones and tablets, enabling the watering device to perform two-way data interaction with the user's mobile device and realize remote management and monitoring. Attached Figure Description

[0025] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the conventional technology, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the conventional technology will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0026] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the watering device provided in this embodiment of the utility model. Figure 1 .

[0027] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the watering device provided in this embodiment of the utility model. Figure 2 .

[0028] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the functional modules of the watering device provided in this embodiment of the utility model.

[0029] Figure 4 This is an exploded structural diagram of the watering device provided in this embodiment of the utility model.

[0030] Figure 5 This is a partial three-dimensional structural diagram of the watering device provided in this embodiment of the utility model.

[0031] Figure 6 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the inlet and outlet pipes of the watering device provided in this embodiment of the utility model.

[0032] Figure 7 This is a cross-sectional structural diagram of the inlet and outlet pipes of the watering device provided in this embodiment of the utility model.

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[0034] 1. Watering device; 11. Housing; 12. Solar module; 13. Battery module; 14. Charging interface module; 15. Inlet and outlet water pipes; 16. Control module; 17. Flow sensor; 18. Soil moisture sensor; 19. Weather sensor; 111. Front housing; 112. Rear housing; 113. Physical button; 151. Control valve; 152. Water inlet; 153. Water outlet; 121. Solar panel; 122. Mounting base; 123. Rotating component; 161. Wireless communication module; 1111. Mounting slot. Detailed Implementation

[0035] To facilitate understanding of this application, a more complete description will be provided below with reference to the accompanying drawings, which illustrate embodiments of the present application. However, the present application can be implemented in many different forms and is not limited to the embodiments described herein. Rather, these embodiments are provided so that the disclosure of this application will be thorough and complete.

[0036] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application belongs. The terminology used herein in the specification of this application is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of this application.

[0037] It is understood that the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “the” used in this application may also include the plural forms unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It should also be understood that the terms “comprising,” “including,” or “having,” etc., specify the presence of the stated features, integrals, steps, operations, components, parts, or combinations thereof, but do not preclude the possibility of the presence or addition of one or more other features, integrals, steps, operations, components, parts, or combinations thereof.

[0038] It should be noted that when a component is said to be "fixed to" another component, it can be directly attached to the other component or there may be an intervening component. When a component is said to be "connected to" another component, it can be directly connected to the other component or there may be an intervening component. The terms "vertical," "horizontal," "left," "right," and similar expressions used in this document are for illustrative purposes only.

[0039] In this utility model, the terms "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "front," "rear," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "middle," "vertical," "horizontal," "lateral," and "longitudinal" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. These terms are primarily for the purpose of better describing this utility model and its embodiments, and are not intended to limit the indicated device, element, or component to having a specific orientation, or to be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Furthermore, some of the above terms may be used to indicate other meanings besides orientation or positional relationship; for example, the term "upper" may in some cases indicate a dependency or connection relationship. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of these terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0040] Furthermore, the terms "installation," "setup," "equipped with," "connection," and "linked" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral structure; 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, or an internal connection between two devices, components, or parts. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of these terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0041] Please combine Figures 1-4 As shown, this utility model embodiment provides a watering device 1, which includes a housing 11, a solar module 12, a battery module 13, a charging interface module 14, an inlet and outlet water pipe 15, and a control module 16.

[0042] The inlet / outlet water pipes 15 and the control module 16 are both housed within the housing 11, while the charging interface module 14 is exposed outside the housing 11. The solar module 12 is located outside the housing 11 and is rotatably connected to it. The inlet / outlet water pipes 15 are equipped with at least one control valve 151. The control module 16 is communicatively connected to the control valve 151 and controls its opening and closing. The charging interface module 14, solar module 12, control module 16, and control valve 151 are all electrically connected to the battery module 13.

[0043] Optionally, the charging interface module 14 can be a Type-C interface module, a Micro USB interface module, or a Lightning interface module.

[0044] Specifically, the battery module 13 can be a supercapacitor or a regular rechargeable battery.

[0045] Specifically, control valve 151 is an electric valve.

[0046] Furthermore, a physical button 113 may also be provided on the housing 11. The physical button 113 is connected to the control valve 151, and the opening and closing of the control valve 151 can also be operated through the physical button 113.

[0047] It is understandable that the control module 16, as the core of the entire watering system 1, is responsible for receiving signals, executing control algorithms, and issuing control commands.

[0048] It is understood that the solar module 12 uses high-efficiency solar panels to convert solar energy into electrical energy, which is stored in the battery module 13 to ensure the continuous operation of the watering device 1 during the day and when there is sufficient sunlight. The charging interface module 14 is fast-charged through a standard power adapter, which is suitable for use at night or on cloudy days when solar energy is insufficient, ensuring a stable power supply for the watering device 1.

[0049] The watering device 1 of this embodiment is powered by solar energy, solving the problems of existing watering systems that rely on fixed power sources, have high installation and maintenance costs, are difficult to operate for extended periods in environments with unstable energy supplies, and suffer from poor irrigation effects and low efficiency. This system provides stable power support for the watering device 1, ensuring its long-term stable operation in various environments, thereby improving its irrigation effect and efficiency. Furthermore, the control module 16 controls the opening and closing of the control valve 151, thereby controlling the flow of the inlet and outlet water pipes 15, enhancing the watering device 1's intelligence and facilitating intelligent irrigation based on actual needs. Additionally, the charging interface module 14 enables dual-mode power supply from both solar energy and external power sources, further guaranteeing the long-term stable operation of the watering device 1 in various environments.

[0050] Please combine Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, the housing 11 includes a front housing 111 and a rear housing 112, which are detachably connected. The front housing 111 has a mounting groove 1111, in which the solar module 12 and the charging interface module 14 are both located.

[0051] Specifically, the mounting slot 1111 is matched with the shape and size of the solar module 12, making it easy to store the solar module 12 into the mounting slot 1111.

[0052] In this embodiment of the invention, the detachable front shell 111 and rear shell 112 facilitate the assembly and subsequent maintenance of the watering device 1. Furthermore, by creating the mounting slot 1111 to assemble the solar module 12 and the charging interface module 14, the integration of the watering device 1 is improved, and the overall size of the watering device 1 is reduced.

[0053] Specifically, the solar module 12 includes a solar panel 121, a mounting base 122, and a rotating component 123. The solar panel 121 is mounted on the mounting base 122 and electrically connected to the battery module 13. The mounting base 122 is rotatably connected to the front shell 111 via the rotating component 123.

[0054] As an optional implementation, the rotating component 123 in this embodiment of the present invention is a hinge. The assembly is simple and convenient through the hinge connection, and the rotation angle of the solar panel 121 can be achieved by manually rotating the mounting base 122.

[0055] As another optional implementation, the rotating component 123 in this embodiment of the present invention is a motor. The motor is communicatively connected to the control module 16. The control module 16 controls the rotation angle of the solar panel 121 through the motor, which makes the watering device more intelligent and automated.

[0056] Please combine Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, the inlet and outlet water pipe 15 further includes an inlet 152 and at least one outlet 153. The inlet 152 is located on one side of the inlet and outlet water pipe 15, and the outlet 153 is located on the opposite side of the inlet and outlet water pipe 15. The number of control valves 151 matches the number of outlets 153, and the control valves 151 control the opening and closing of the corresponding outlets 153.

[0057] Specifically, the inlet and outlet water pipe 15 has four outlets 153 and four control valves 151. The four control valves 151 are independent of each other and control the opening and closing of the four outlets 153 respectively.

[0058] Specifically, four water outlets (153) are arranged in parallel.

[0059] Furthermore, in this embodiment of the invention, a nozzle can be installed at the water outlet 153 to support the switching of different nozzle types and adapt to diverse gardening needs.

[0060] In this embodiment of the utility model, four independent control valves 151 are set to control four water outlets 153. The four water outlets 153 can be controlled to open and close according to the control command. The irrigation amount and time can be set according to the needs of different plants or areas to achieve precise irrigation. This realizes four-channel intelligent watering of the watering device 1, which improves irrigation efficiency, saves water resources, and simplifies the operation process.

[0061] Please continue to combine Figure 3 , Figure 4 , Figure 6 and Figure 7As shown, the waterer 1 further includes flow sensors 17, the number of which matches the number of water outlets 153. The flow sensors 17 are communicatively connected to the control module 16 and are used to monitor the water flow rate of the corresponding water outlet 153. This configuration allows for setting the appropriate water volume according to actual needs, ensuring that the irrigation volume meets the set requirements and further improving irrigation efficiency.

[0062] It is understandable that multiple flow sensors 17 monitor multiple outlets 153, with each flow sensor 17 monitoring a corresponding outlet 153.

[0063] Specifically, in this embodiment of the present invention, there are four flow sensors 17 and four outlets 153, and the four flow sensors 17 control the on / off state of the corresponding outlets 153 in the same way.

[0064] In addition, the flow sensor 17 can detect abnormalities such as leaks or blockages and notify the user through system alarms.

[0065] Furthermore, the watering device 1 also includes a soil moisture sensor 18, which is communicatively connected to the control module 16 and is used to monitor soil moisture. This configuration allows for real-time environmental monitoring, intelligent adjustment of irrigation plans, and water conservation.

[0066] Furthermore, the watering device 1 also includes a weather sensor 19, which is communicatively connected to the control module 16. The weather sensor 19 is used to monitor ambient temperature, ambient humidity, and ambient rainfall. This configuration allows for real-time environmental monitoring, avoiding irrigation during rainfall and further conserving water resources.

[0067] It is understood that the battery module 13 is electrically connected to the control module 16, flow sensor 17, soil moisture sensor 18, and weather sensor 19 to power the entire watering system 1.

[0068] Furthermore, the control module 16 integrates a wireless communication module 161, which is at least one of a WiFi module, a Bluetooth module, and a Zigbee module. By integrating the wireless communication module 161, the watering device 1 can wirelessly connect to devices such as smartphones and tablets, enabling bidirectional data interaction between the watering device 1 and the user's mobile device, thus achieving remote management and monitoring.

[0069] Furthermore, embodiments of this utility model can also provide a user interface through an LCD screen or mobile application, allowing users to set irrigation plans for each channel, view real-time data, and system status.

[0070] 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.

[0071] The embodiments described above are merely illustrative of several implementation methods of this application, and while the descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of the utility model patent. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this application, and these all fall within the protection scope of this application. Therefore, the protection scope of this patent application should be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A watering device, characterized in that The watering device comprises a shell, a solar module, a battery module, an inlet and outlet pipe, and a control module; the inlet and outlet pipe and the control module are arranged in the shell, the solar module is arranged outside the shell and rotationally connected with the shell; the inlet and outlet pipe is provided with at least one control valve, the control module is in communication connection with the control valve and controls the opening and closing of the control valve; the solar module, the control module and the control valve are in electrical connection with the battery module.

2. The waterer of claim 1, wherein: The inlet and outlet pipe is provided with one water inlet and at least one water outlet, the number of the control valve matches the number of the water outlet, and the control valve controls the on-off of the corresponding water outlet.

3. The waterer of claim 1, wherein: The watering device further comprises a charging interface module in electrical connection with the battery module; the shell comprises a front shell and a rear shell, the front shell is detachably connected with the rear shell, the front shell is provided with a mounting groove, and the solar module and the charging interface module are arranged in the mounting groove.

4. The waterer of claim 3, wherein: The solar module comprises a solar panel, a mounting base and a rotating member, the solar panel is mounted on the mounting base and in electrical connection with the battery module, and the mounting base is rotationally connected with the front shell through the rotating member.

5. The waterer of claim 4, wherein: The rotating member is a hinge.

6. The waterer of claim 4 wherein: The rotating member is an electric motor, the electric motor is in communication connection with the control module, and the control module controls the rotating angle of the solar panel through the electric motor.

7. The waterer of claim 2, wherein: The watering device further comprises a flow sensor, the number of the flow sensor matches the number of the water outlet; the flow sensor is in communication connection with the control module, and the flow sensor is used for monitoring the water flow of the corresponding water outlet.

8. The waterer of claim 1, wherein: The watering device further comprises a soil humidity sensor, the soil humidity sensor is in communication connection with the control module, and the soil humidity sensor is used for monitoring the soil humidity.

9. The waterer of claim 1, wherein: The watering device further comprises a weather sensor, the weather sensor is in communication connection with the control module, and the weather sensor is used for monitoring the environmental temperature, the environmental humidity and the environmental rainfall.

10. The waterer of claim 1, wherein: The control module is integrated with a wireless communication module, the wireless communication module is at least one of a WiFi module, a Bluetooth module and a Zigbee module.

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