Grain storage device and bird feeder

Abstract

The utility model discloses a grain storage device and a bird feeder. The grain storage device is installed on a bird feeder body and comprises a granary body and a fixing assembly, and the granary body is detachably connected to the bird feeder body; the fixing assembly is fixedly connected with the granary body, the fixing assembly and the granary body define a storage space used for storing grains and a grain outlet communicated with the storage space to discharge the grains, and the fixing assembly comprises a control valve used for opening and closing the grain outlet. According to the grain storage device, grain in the storage space is discharged from the grain outlet by controlling the control valve, the grain storage device can store the grain independently, the grain storage device is fixedly connected with the granary body through the fixing assembly, the granary body is detachably connected with the bird feeder body, and therefore the grain storage device can be detached from the bird feeder body; the grain storage device can be conveniently and independently taken out from the bird feeder main body and can be quickly mounted.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of animal feeder technology, and more particularly to food storage devices and bird feeders. Background Technology

[0002] With increasing public awareness and concern for bird conservation, bird feeders are widely used in daily life, parks, nature reserves, and many other places. They aim to provide birds with a stable food source, which helps attract birds to inhabit the area and promotes biodiversity.

[0003] However, current bird feeders on the market use a one-piece design for the food storage compartment, which prevents it from being disassembled. On one hand, during daily use, when cleaning the inside of the food compartment is necessary, its non-removable nature makes it difficult to thoroughly remove residual impurities and old food scraps. Over time, this accumulation can easily breed bacteria, posing a potential threat to the birds' health. On the other hand, when maintenance, repair, or replacement of parts is required, the one-piece design also greatly inconveniences the operation, increasing the overall difficulty and cost of maintenance.

[0004] In conclusion, there is an urgent need to provide a grain storage device that is detachable and can protect the grain. Utility Model Content

[0005] This application provides a food storage device designed to be detachably installed from the main body of a bird feeder and to protect the stored food, thereby improving ease of use and ensuring the health of birds.

[0006] This application embodiment provides a food storage device, installed on the main body of a bird feeder, the food storage device comprising:

[0007] The grain silo body is detachably connected to the bird feeder body;

[0008] A fixing component is fixedly connected to the grain silo body and encloses the grain silo body to form a storage space for storing grain and a grain outlet connected to the storage space for discharging the grain. The fixing component includes a control valve for opening and closing the grain outlet.

[0009] In some embodiments, the fixing component includes a guide member that is slidably connected to the control valve and fixedly connected to the grain silo body. The guide member includes a base plate disposed opposite to the control valve, and a sliding member is provided between the base plate and the control valve to move the control valve relative to the guide member.

[0010] In some embodiments, the sliding member includes a guide block protruding from the base plate and a guide portion recessed in the surface of the control valve, and / or the sliding member includes a guide portion recessed in the surface of the base plate and a guide block protruding from the surface of the control valve, wherein the guide block and the guide portion cooperate with each other.

[0011] In some embodiments, the guide further includes two side plates located on both sides of the base plate and extending toward one side of the grain silo body, the two side plates being sandwiched between the two side flanges of the control valve.

[0012] In some embodiments, the guide further includes a first stop and a second stop to prevent the control valve from moving relative to the guide, wherein the first stop and the second stop are arranged side by side along the direction of movement of the control valve;

[0013] The control valve is provided with a first limiting block and a second limiting block that respectively cooperate with the first stop member and the second stop member, and the first limiting block and the second limiting block are arranged back and forth along the moving direction of the control valve;

[0014] In the direction of movement of the control valve relative to the guide block, the first stop member and the first limit block are arranged side by side, and the second stop member and the second limit block are arranged side by side, one after the other.

[0015] In some embodiments, the guide includes a stop portion, one side of which is integrally connected to the base plate and the remaining periphery forms a hollow portion with the base plate, and the first stop portion and the second stop portion are arranged side by side on the stop portion.

[0016] In some embodiments, the fixing assembly further includes a fixing member fixedly connected to the grain silo body and the guide member, the control valve is sandwiched between the fixing member and the guide member, and the fixing member, the control valve and the guide member are stacked sequentially along the direction in which the grain flows out of the grain outlet.

[0017] In some embodiments, the grain silo body is provided with a first ramp on the side near the grain outlet to guide grain from the storage space to the grain outlet, the fixing member includes a second ramp extending along the side of the grain outlet, and the control valve is provided with a third ramp on the side of the grain outlet. When the control valve fully opens the grain outlet, the first ramp, the second ramp and the third ramp are connected sequentially and have basically the same slope.

[0018] In some embodiments, the grain silo body is provided with a fourth slope opposite to the third slope and an abutting surface located between the inner wall of the grain silo body and the fourth slope. The control valve is provided with an inclined surface on the side of the third slope near the fixing member. The abutting surface is opposite to the inclined surface. The inner wall of the grain silo body, the abutting surface and the fourth slope form an inward stepped portion.

[0019] In some embodiments, the fixing assembly further includes a push-pull member connected to the control valve, the push-pull member being connected to the side of the control valve away from the grain outlet.

[0020] In some embodiments, the outer side of the grain silo body is provided with a receiving part for accommodating the push-pull component. The push-pull component is rotatably connected to the control valve via a rotating shaft. The push-pull component rotates relative to the control valve and folds and is stored in the receiving part.

[0021] In some embodiments, the grain storage unit and the bird feeder body are connected by a guide block and a guide groove; the guide block protrudes from the outer wall of the grain storage unit and the guide groove is recessed in the side wall of the bird feeder body, or the guide block protrudes from the side wall of the bird feeder body and the guide groove is recessed in the outer wall of the grain storage unit.

[0022] In some embodiments, the grain storage unit and the bird feeder body are connected by a positioning post and a guide hole; the positioning post protrudes from the bird feeder body and the guide hole is located at the bottom of the grain storage unit, or the positioning post protrudes from the bottom of the grain storage unit and the guide hole is located on the bird feeder body.

[0023] In some embodiments, the grain storage device further includes a lifting component fixed to the grain storage body.

[0024] This application provides another type of grain storage device, which includes a first grain warehouse and a second grain warehouse. The first grain warehouse and the second grain warehouse are fixedly connected to each other and their respective storage spaces are interconnected. The first grain warehouse and the second grain warehouse have the same structure as any of the above-described grain storage devices.

[0025] In some embodiments, the first grain bin and the second grain bin are symmetrically arranged on the main body of the bird feeder.

[0026] This application provides a bird feeder, including a bird feeder body and a food storage device, wherein the food storage device is any of the food storage devices described above.

[0027] In some embodiments, the bird feeder body includes a camera assembly and a main structure. The main structure includes a mounting base and a mounting body disposed on the mounting base for mounting the camera assembly. The mounting base includes a fixing part fixedly connected to the grain storage device and a ramp part arranged in a sloping manner along the fixing part, the ramp part facing the grain outlet.

[0028] In some embodiments, the bird feeder further includes a chassis assembly fixedly connected to the main body of the bird feeder. The chassis assembly includes a chassis detachably and fixedly connected to the mounting base and a tray for holding grain discharged from the storage space. The tray is located between the chassis and the mounting base and communicates with the grain outlet.

[0029] In some embodiments, the bird feeder further includes a roof structure connected to the main body of the bird feeder, the roof structure covering the feed inlet side of the grain storage device.

[0030] The grain storage device provided in this embodiment utilizes the fixing component and the grain silo body to form a storage space for storing grain. By controlling the control valve, the grain in the storage space is discharged from the grain outlet. The grain storage device can store grain independently or distribute grain. The fixing component is fixedly connected to the grain silo body, and the grain silo body is detachably connected to the bird feeder body. This allows the grain storage device to be easily removed from the bird feeder body and quickly installed. This convenient assembly and disassembly of the grain storage device greatly facilitates the maintenance, repair, or replacement of either the grain storage device or the bird feeder body, and significantly reduces the difficulty and cost of maintenance. Attached Figure Description

[0031] The technical solution and other beneficial effects of this application will become apparent from the following detailed description of specific embodiments in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

[0032] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the bird feeder provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0033] Figure 2 This is another structural schematic diagram of the bird feeder provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0034] Figure 3 This is an exploded view of the bird feeder provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0035] Figure 4 This is an exploded view of the grain storage device provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0036] Figure 5 This is a partially exploded schematic diagram of a grain storage device provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0037] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the fixing component provided in the embodiment of this application;

[0038] Figure 7 This is an exploded view of the fixing component provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0039] Figure 8 This is a cross-sectional view of the bird feeder provided in an embodiment of this application, showing the control valve closing the feed outlet;

[0040] Figure 9 This is a cross-sectional view of the bird feeder provided in an embodiment of this application, showing the control valve opening the feed outlet.

[0041] Explanation of icon numbers:

[0042] 10 Bird feeder main body 11 Camera assembly

[0043] 12 Main structure 120 Mounting base 1200 Positioning guide post

[0044] 1202 Fixing Part

[0045] 1204 Slope section

[0046] 121 Mounting Body 1210 Guide Channel

[0047] 20 Grain storage unit 21 Grain storage unit 210 First slope

[0048] 212 Fourth Slope

[0049] 214 Containment Department

[0050] 22 Fixed assembly 220 Control valve 2200 Guide section

[0051] 2202 Side flange

[0052] 2204 First Limit Block

[0053] 2206 Second Limit Block

[0054] 2208 Third Slope

[0055] 222 Guide component 2220 Base plate

[0056] 2221 Side Panel

[0057] 2223 First stop component

[0058] 2224 Second stop component

[0059] 2225 Stop section

[0060] 2226 Openwork section

[0061] 2240 guide block

[0062] 226 Fastener 2260 Second ramp

[0063] 228 Push-pull components

[0064] 23 Storage space

[0065] 24 Grain outlet

[0066] 25 guide blocks

[0067] 26 guide holes

[0068] 27 Lifting parts

[0069] 28 First Grain Depot

[0070] 29 Second Grain Depot

[0071] 30 Roof structure 40 Chassis components 42 Chassis

[0072] 44 trays Detailed Implementation

[0073] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this application, and not all of them. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this application without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0074] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "clockwise," and "counterclockwise," etc., indicating orientation or positional relationships based on the orientation or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, are only for the convenience of describing this application 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, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this application. Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, features defined with "first" and "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of the stated features. In the description of this application, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0075] In the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" 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, an electrical connection, or a connection that allows communication between them; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication between two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0076] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature being directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature being directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0077] The following disclosure provides many different embodiments or examples for implementing different structures of this application. To simplify the disclosure, specific examples of components and arrangements are described below. Of course, these are merely examples and are not intended to limit the scope of this application. Furthermore, reference numerals and / or letters may be repeated in different examples; such repetition is for simplification and clarity and does not in itself indicate a relationship between the various embodiments and / or arrangements discussed. In addition, various specific examples of processes and materials are provided in this application, but those skilled in the art will recognize the application of other processes and / or the use of other materials.

[0078] Please see Figures 1 to 9 This application embodiment provides a food storage device 20 installed on the main body 10 of a bird feeder, the food storage device 20 comprising:

[0079] The grain storage body 21 is detachably connected to the bird feeder body 10.

[0080] The fixing component 22 is fixedly connected to the grain silo body 21 and forms a storage space 23 for storing grain and a grain outlet 24 connected to the storage space 23 for discharging grain. The fixing component 22 includes a control valve 220 for opening and closing the grain outlet 24.

[0081] In this embodiment, the fixing component 22 and the grain silo body 21 form the storage space 23 for storing grain. The grain in the storage space 23 is discharged from the grain outlet 24 by controlling the control valve 220. The grain storage device 20 can store grain individually or distribute grain. The fixing component 22 is fixedly connected to the grain silo body 21, and the grain silo body 21 is detachably connected to the bird feeder body 10. This allows the grain storage device 20 to be easily removed from the bird feeder body 10 and quickly installed. The ease of detaching and reassembling the grain storage device 20 from the bird feeder body 10 greatly facilitates the maintenance, repair, or replacement of either the grain storage device 20 or the bird feeder body 10, and significantly reduces the difficulty and cost of maintenance.

[0082] Please see Figure 2 and Figure 3 In this embodiment, the grain storage 20 is detachably installed from the bird feeder body 10, which also facilitates the storage of grain. For example, on rainy days, the grain storage 20 can be removed from the bird feeder body 10 to prevent the grain from getting wet by rainwater, or the grain outlet 24 can be closed by controlling the valve 220 to prevent rainwater from entering the storage space 23 and wetting the grain.

[0083] Please see Figure 8 and Figure 9 In this embodiment, the grain silo body 21 can be an integrally formed structure with a hollow accommodating cavity, or it can be a foldable or assemblable structure formed by enclosing a plate-like structure with a hollow accommodating cavity, so that packaging and operation take up less space and avoids damage caused by squeezing during transportation.

[0084] In this embodiment, the grain inlet of the storage space 23 is located on the grain silo body 21. It can be located on the grain silo body 21 at a position away from the grain outlet 24, as long as grain can be loaded into the storage space 23. For example, it can be located on the side wall of the grain silo body 21, or at a position on the grain silo body 21 opposite to the grain outlet 24.

[0085] Please see Figures 4 to 7 In some embodiments, the fixing component 22 includes a guide 222 slidably connected to the control valve 220 and fixedly connected to the grain silo body 21. The guide 222 includes a base plate 2220 disposed opposite to the control valve 220. A sliding element (not labeled) is provided between the base plate 2220 and the control valve 220 to allow the control valve 220 to move relative to the guide 222. To facilitate the opening and closing of the grain outlet 24 by the control valve 220, the grain silo storage device ensures the smoothness and reliability of the movement of the control valve 220 relative to the grain outlet 24 by providing the sliding element that guides the movement of the control valve 220. The base plate 2220 of the guide 222 supports the control valve 220. The guide 222 is fixedly installed on the grain silo body 21, and the base plate 2220 and the grain silo body 21 form a storage space 23 for storing grain and a grain outlet 24 for discharging grain from the storage space 23.

[0086] Please see Figure 5 and Figure 7 In some embodiments, the sliding member includes a guide block 2240 protruding from the base plate 2220 and a guide portion 2200 recessed in the surface of the control valve 220, and / or the sliding member includes a guide portion 2200 recessed in the surface of the base plate 2220 and a guide block 2240 protruding from the surface of the control valve 220, the guide block 2240 cooperating with the guide portion 2200. The guide portion 2200 and the guide block 2240 are distributed relative to each other along the moving direction of the control valve 220, guiding the control valve 220 to move to open and close the grain outlet 24, and restricting the control valve 220 from moving in the non-moving direction.

[0087] Please see Figure 5 and Figure 7 Preferably, the guide part 2200 is an elongated guide groove or guide hole provided on the control valve 220, and its extension direction is the moving direction of the control valve 220 in opening and closing the grain outlet 24.

[0088] Preferably, the guide block 2240 is elongated to cooperate with the guide portion 2200. More preferably, the guide block 2240 includes a plurality of guide blocks 2240 spaced apart along the extension direction of the guide portion 2200.

[0089] Preferably, the sliding member includes two pairs of parallel and symmetrically arranged guide blocks 2240 and guide portions 2200 to ensure the smoothness and stability of the movement of the control valve 220 relative to the guide member 222.

[0090] Please see Figures 4 to 7 In some embodiments, the guide member 222 further includes two side plates 2221 located on both sides of the base plate 2220 and extending toward the grain storage body 21. The two side plates 2221 are clamped between the two flanges 2202 of the control valve 220. The grain storage device 20 restricts the movement of the control valve 220 in directions other than the direction of movement by having the two side plates 2221 on the guide member 222 clamp the two flanges 2202 of the control valve 220. For ease of explanation, if the direction of movement of the control valve 220 relative to the guide member 222 is the X direction, then the direction restricted by the cooperation of the two side plates 2221 and the two flanges 2202 is the Y direction.

[0091] Please see Figure 5 and Figure 7 In this embodiment, the two side plates 2221 extend protrudingly along both sides of the base plate 2220, forming a U-shaped structure with the base plate 2220, thus creating a channel for the control valve 220 to move unidirectionally relative to the guide member 222. Preferably, the two side plates 2221 and the two side flanges 2202 of the control valve 220 cooperate with each other through a stepped structure to guide the movement of the control valve 220 relative to the guide member 222.

[0092] Please see Figures 4 to 7 In some embodiments, the guide member 222 further includes a first stop member 2223 and a second stop member 2224 to stop the control valve 220 from moving relative to the guide member 222, wherein the first stop member 2223 and the second stop member 2224 are arranged side by side along the moving direction of the control valve 220;

[0093] The control valve 220 is provided with a first limiting block 2204 and a second limiting block 2206 that respectively cooperate with the first stop member 2223 and the second stop member 2224. The first limiting block 2204 and the second limiting block 2206 are arranged back and forth along the moving direction of the control valve 220.

[0094] In the direction of movement of the control valve 220 relative to the guide block 25, the first stop member 2223 and the first limit block 2204 are arranged side by side, and the second stop member 2224 and the second limit block 2206 are arranged side by side.

[0095] Please see Figures 4 to 7 In this embodiment, the grain storage device controls the distance the control valve 220 moves relative to the guide 222 by providing a first stop 2223 on the guide 222 that cooperates with a first limiting block 2204 on the control valve 220, and by providing a second stop 2224 that cooperates with a second limiting block 2206 on the control valve 220. This allows the control valve 220 to be controlled to fully open the grain outlet 24 and fully close the grain outlet 24. Specifically, when the control valve 220 is fully closed, the first stop 2223 cooperates with the first limiting block 2204, and the second stop 2224 is completely disengaged from the second limiting block 2206. When the control valve 220 is fully open, the second stop 2224 cooperates with the second limiting block 2206, and the first stop 2223 is completely disengaged from the first limiting block 2204.

[0096] Please see Figure 5 and Figure 7 In some embodiments, the guide member 222 includes a stop portion 2225, one side of which is integrally connected to the base plate 2220, and the remaining periphery forms a hollow portion 2226 with the base plate 2220. The first stop member 2223 and the second stop member 2224 are arranged side by side on the stop portion 2225. This grain storage device, by providing the stop portion 2225 with the hollow portion 2226 around its periphery, allows the stop portion 2225 to have some elasticity when pressed. The stop portion 2225 is located on the side of the base plate 2220 near the grain outlet 24.

[0097] In this embodiment, the base plate 2220, the side plate 2221, the limiting protrusion, the first stop member 2223, the second stop member 2224, and the stop portion 2225 are integrally formed.

[0098] Please see Figures 4 to 9In some embodiments, the fixing component 22 further includes a fixing member 226 fixedly connected to the grain silo body 21 and the guide member 222. The control valve 220 is sandwiched between the fixing member 226 and the guide member 222. The fixing member 226, the control valve 220, and the guide member 222 are stacked sequentially along the direction in which the grain flows out of the grain outlet 24. The fixing member 226 is fixedly connected to the guide member 222 and forms a moving space for the control valve 220 to move toward or away from the grain outlet 24. By controlling the control valve 220 to move toward the grain outlet 24, the grain outlet 24 can be closed; or by controlling the control valve 220 to move away from the grain outlet 24, the grain outlet 24 can be opened. For ease of explanation, if the direction in which the control valve 220 moves relative to the guide member 222 is the X direction, then the direction in which the fixed member 226 and the guide member 222 are fixedly connected and restrict the movement of the control valve 220 is the Z direction.

[0099] Please see Figure 5 and Figure 7 In this embodiment, a limiting protrusion 2227 is provided protruding from the side of the two side plates 2221 of the guide member 222 toward the control valve 220. The fixing member 226 has a snap-fit ​​groove 2262 on the side facing the side plate 2221, and the limiting protrusion 2227 is engaged in the snap-fit ​​groove 2262 to fix the guide member 222 and the fixing member 226. More preferably, the fixing member 226 has a recess 22 on the side facing the side plate 2221. 64. The guide member 222 extends along the side plate 2221 and is received in the recess 2264. The side plate 2228 and the side plate 2221 form a stepped shape. When the fixing member 226 is fixedly connected to the guide member 222, the two sides of the fixing member 226 overlap the upper surfaces of the two side plates 2221. The side plate 2228 is received in the recess 2264. The limiting protrusion 2227 is fastened in the buckling groove 2262.

[0100] Please see Figures 7 to 9In some embodiments, the grain storage body 21 has a first ramp 210 on the side near the grain outlet 24 to guide grain from the storage space 23 to the grain outlet 24. The fixing member 226 includes a second ramp 2260 that bends and extends along one side of the grain outlet 24. The control valve 220 has a third ramp 2208 on one side of the grain outlet 24. When the control valve 220 fully opens the grain outlet 24, the first ramp 210, the second ramp 2260, and the third ramp 2208 are sequentially connected and have basically the same slope. By sequentially connecting the first ramp 210, the second ramp 2260, and the third ramp 2208, the grain storage 20 allows grain stored in the storage space 23 to flow out of the storage space 23 relatively smoothly, regardless of particle size.

[0101] Please see Figure 5 and Figure 7 In some embodiments, the grain silo body 21 is provided with a fourth slope 212 opposite to the third slope 2208 and an abutment surface located between the inner wall of the grain silo body 21 and the fourth slope 212. The control valve 220 is provided with a sloped portion on the side of the third slope 2208 near the fixing member 226, and the abutment surface is opposite to the sloped portion. The inner wall of the grain silo body 21, the abutment surface, and the fourth slope 212 form a recessed stepped portion. When the control valve 220 closes the grain outlet 24, the front end of the control valve 220 is completely contained within the recessed stepped portion. On the one hand, this can completely close the storage space 23 to prevent the grain inside from flowing out of the grain outlet 24, and on the other hand, it can also prevent external rainwater from easily entering the storage space 23. In use, the grain outlet 24 is closed by controlling the control valve 220. The third slope 2208 is opposite to the fourth slope 212, and the sloped part is opposite to the supporting surface. In this way, the front end of the control valve 220 is completely contained in the recessed stepped part, which can prevent rainwater from entering the storage space 23 along the grain outlet 24.

[0102] Please see Figures 4 to 7 In some embodiments, the fixing component 22 further includes a push-pull member 228 connected to the control valve 220. The push-pull member 228 is connected to the side of the control valve 220 away from the grain outlet 24. To facilitate control of the control valve 220, the push-pull member 228 is connected to the side of the control valve 220 away from the grain outlet 24. By pushing or pulling the push-pull member 228, the control valve 220 is opened or closed to open or close the grain outlet 24.

[0103] In other embodiments, the push-pull member 228 may be an extension of the control valve 220 on the side away from the grain outlet 24, that is, the push-pull member 228 may be integrally formed with the control valve 220. The push-pull member 228 may also be detachably connected to the control valve 220, as long as it can perform the function of pushing and pulling the control valve 220.

[0104] Please see Figure 5 , Figure 8 and Figure 9 In some embodiments, the outer side of the grain storage body 21 is provided with a receiving portion 214 for accommodating the push-pull member 228. The push-pull member 228 is rotatably connected to the control valve 220 via a rotating shaft. The push-pull member 228 rotates relative to the control valve 220 and folds into the receiving portion 214. When the push-pull member 228 is pulled to fully open the grain outlet 24, the push-pull member 228 is located on the outer side of the grain storage body 21. Rotating the push-pull member 228 relative to the control valve 220 and folding it relative to the control valve 220 to be stored in the receiving portion 214 serves two purposes: facilitating the pushing and pulling of the control valve 220 and saving space while maintaining the overall aesthetic appearance of the grain storage device 20.

[0105] Please see Figures 3 to 5 In some embodiments, the grain storage 20 and the bird feeder body 10 are connected by a guide block 25 and a guide groove 1210. The guide block 25 protrudes from the outer wall of the grain storage body 21, and the guide groove 1210 is recessed in the side wall of the bird feeder body. Alternatively, the guide block 25 protrudes from the side wall of the bird feeder body, and the guide groove 1210 is recessed in the outer wall of the grain storage body 21. In this embodiment, the grain storage 20 utilizes the guide block 25 and the guide groove 1210 to achieve a detachable connection between the grain storage 20 and the bird feeder body 10, enabling convenient assembly and disassembly of the grain storage 20 and the bird feeder body 10.

[0106] Please see Figures 3 to 5 In this embodiment, the guide groove 1210 is elongated, forming an installation guide path for the food storage device 20 to be installed on the bird feeder. The guide block 25 is elongated and is inserted into the opening of the guide groove 1210, moving along the extension direction of the guide groove 1210 until it reaches the bottom of the guide groove 1210, thereby installing the food storage device 20 onto the bird feeder body 10. When it is necessary to remove the food storage device 20 from the bird feeder body 10, the food storage device 20 is pulled to allow the guide block 25 to slide along the guide groove 1210 until it disengages from the opening of the guide groove 1210.

[0107] In this embodiment, the guide groove 1210 can be disposed on the bird feeder body 10 or on the grain bin body 21, and the guide block 25 that cooperates with it can be disposed on the grain bin body 21 or on the bird feeder body 10.

[0108] Preferably, the guide groove 1210 opens along the side of the bird feeder body 10 away from the food outlet 24 and extends to the side of the food outlet 24, and the guide block 25 is disposed on the outer wall of the grain bin body 21 and close to the side of the food outlet 24.

[0109] Please see Figure 3 and Figure 6 In some embodiments, the grain storage 20 and the bird feeder body 10 are engaged by a positioning guide post 1200 and a guide hole 26; the positioning guide post 1200 protrudes from the bird feeder body and the guide hole 26 is located at the bottom of the grain storage body 21, or the positioning guide post 1200 protrudes from the bottom of the grain storage body 21 and the guide hole 26 is located on the bird feeder body. In this embodiment, the grain storage 20 utilizes the positioning guide post 1200 and the guide hole 26 to allow the grain storage 20 to be installed on the bird feeder body 10, facilitating assembly and disassembly.

[0110] In this embodiment, the positioning guide post 1200 is disposed at the bottom of the food storage 20, that is, at the bottom of the fixing component 22, and the guide hole 26 is disposed on the structure of the bird feeder body 10 for supporting the food storage 20, and vice versa.

[0111] In other embodiments, the grain bin body 21 and the bird feeder body 10 can be detachably installed by means of threaded connection, pin connection or snap-fit ​​connection.

[0112] Please see Figures 2 to 4 In some embodiments, the grain storage device 20 further includes a lifting member 27 fixed to the grain silo body 21. The lifting member 27 can be fixed at any position on the grain silo body 21, as long as it facilitates the overall lifting and removal of the grain storage device 20 from the bird feeder body 10. Preferably, the lifting member 27 is fixedly disposed on the side of the grain silo body 21 near the grain inlet. Preferably, the lifting member 27 can be a grip portion fixed to one side of the grain silo body 21 for easy hand gripping and lifting, or it can be a grip portion with both ends fixed to the inner sidewall of the grain silo body 21.

[0113] Please see Figures 4 to 9When installing the fixing component 22, the control valve 220 is opposite to the base plate 2220 of the guide member 222. The third ramp 2208 of the control valve 220 is close to the hollow portion 2226, housing the guide block 2240 within the guide portion 2200. The two side flanges 2202 of the control valve 220 are engaged with the two side plates 2221 of the guide member 222, so that the first stop member 2223 is opposite to the first limiting block 2204 and the second stop member 2224 is opposite to the... The second limiting block 2206 is opposite to the control valve 220 on the side away from the base plate 2220, and the second ramp 2260 and the third ramp 2208 are on the same side. The two sides of the fixing member 226 overlap the two sides of the guide member 222, the side protrusion is received in the recess, and the limiting protrusion is fastened in the buckle groove. The push-pull member 228 is connected to the control valve 220 on the side away from the third ramp through the rotating shaft.

[0114] Please see Figures 2 to 9 When installing the grain storage device 20, the fixing component 22 is installed on the side of the grain outlet 24 of the grain silo body 21. The third slope 2208 of the control valve 220 is aligned with the fourth slope 212 of the grain silo body 21. The fixing component 22 is fixedly connected to the grain silo body 21 using fasteners 72. The fasteners 72 are inserted along the guide 222, pass through the fixing component 226 and are locked inside the grain silo body 21.

[0115] Please see Figures 2 to 5 This application provides another type of grain storage 20, which includes a first grain silo 28 and a second grain silo 29. The first grain silo 28 and the second grain silo 29 are fixedly connected to each other and their respective storage spaces 23 are interconnected. The first grain silo 28 and the second grain silo 29 have the same structure as the grain storage 20 described in any of the above embodiments.

[0116] Please see Figures 2 to 5 In this embodiment, the grain storage 20 is formed by a fixed connection between the first grain bin 28 and the second grain bin 29. The structure of the first grain bin 28 and the second grain bin 29 is the same as that of the grain storage 20 in the above embodiments, and will not be described in detail here. The first grain bin 28 and the second grain bin 29 can be fixed as a single unit, or they can be fixed by means such as snap-fit ​​connection or fastener 72 connection. The storage space 23 of the first grain bin 28 and the storage space 23 of the second grain bin 29 are interconnected, either at the grain inlet or as a whole, depending on the amount and type of grain stored.

[0117] Please see Figures 2 to 5 In some embodiments, the first grain bin 28 and the second grain bin 29 are symmetrically arranged on the bird feeder body 10, and the first grain bin 28 and the second grain bin 29 form an "n" shaped structure. The bird feeder body 10 is sandwiched between the symmetrically arranged first grain bin 28 and the second grain bin 29. The structures included in the first grain bin 28 and the structures included in the second grain bin 29 are also symmetrically arranged.

[0118] In this embodiment, the lifting component 27 is fixedly connected to the middle position between the first grain bin 28 and the second grain bin 29 to ensure that the force is evenly applied on both sides of the lifting mechanism.

[0119] Please see Figures 1 to 4 This application provides a bird feeder including a bird feeder body 10 and a food storage device 20, wherein the food storage device 20 is any of the food storage devices described above. The structure and function of the food storage device 20 in this embodiment are the same as those in the above embodiments, and will not be described in detail here.

[0120] In some embodiments, the bird feeder body 10 includes a camera assembly 11 and a main structure 12. The main structure 12 includes a mounting base 120 and a mounting body 121 disposed on the mounting base 120 and used to mount the camera assembly 11. The mounting base 120 includes a fixing part 1202 fixedly connected to the grain storage 20 and a ramp part 1204 arranged with a slope along the fixing part 1202. The ramp part 1204 faces the grain outlet 24.

[0121] Please see Figures 1 to 4In this embodiment, the bird feeder, by incorporating the camera assembly 11, allows users to remotely observe bird activity, increasing the fun and interactivity of the feeding process. The mounting base 120 is fixedly connected to or integrally formed with the mounting body 121. The mounting body 121 has a receiving space for accommodating the camera assembly 11 and a lens mounting hole communicating with the receiving space to expose the camera lens, thereby mounting the camera assembly 11 within the mounting body 121. This protects the camera and makes the entire bird feeder structure compact. At least one outer wall of the mounting body 121 mates with the grain storage silo body 21 of the grain storage 20. For example, the mounting body 121 has a guide groove 1210, and the grain storage body 21 has a guide block 25. The guide block 25 mates with the guide groove 1210 to mount the grain storage body 21 onto the mounting body 121. The fixing part 1202 is used to support the grain silo body 21 and the fixing component 22. The bottom of the grain silo body 21 and the bottom of the guide 222 are placed on the fixing part 1202. The ramp part 1204 is located on the side of the grain outlet 24 away from the third ramp 2208. The ramp part 1204 is opposite to the fourth ramp 212. The first ramp 210, the second ramp 2260, the third ramp 2208 and the ramp part 1204 are connected in sequence to guide the grain from the storage space 23 out along the grain outlet 24.

[0122] Please see Figures 8 to 9 In some embodiments, the bird feeder further includes a chassis assembly 40 fixedly connected to the bird feeder body 10. The chassis assembly 40 includes a chassis 42 detachably and fixedly connected to the mounting base 120 and a tray 44 for holding food discharged from the storage space 23. The tray 44 is located between the chassis 42 and the mounting base 120 and communicates with the food outlet 24. The bird feeder uses the tray 44 to receive the food flowing out along the food outlet 24, so that birds can eat while standing next to the bird feeder. The tray 44 and the chassis 42 are fastened together by a snap-fit ​​device, or the tray 44 and the chassis 42 are integrally formed.

[0123] Please see Figures 1 to 3 In some embodiments, the bird feeder further includes a roof structure 30 connected to the main body 10 of the bird feeder, the roof structure 30 covering the grain inlet side of the grain storage 20. By providing a roof 31 to cover the grain inlet of the grain storage 20, the bird feeder can, on the one hand, shield and protect the grain in the storage space 23, and on the other hand, protect the camera assembly 11 from direct wind and rain.

[0124] In the above embodiments, the descriptions of each embodiment have different focuses. For parts not described in detail in a certain embodiment, please refer to the relevant descriptions in other embodiments.

[0125] The above provides a detailed description of an electronic device provided in the embodiments of this application. Specific examples have been used to illustrate the principles and implementation methods of this application. The description of the above embodiments is only for the purpose of helping to understand the technical solutions and core ideas of this application. 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 of the technical features. These modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application.

Claims

1. A food storage device, installed on the main body of a bird feeder, characterized in that, The grain storage device includes: The grain silo body is detachably connected to the bird feeder body; A fixing component is fixedly connected to the grain silo body and encloses the grain silo body to form a storage space for storing grain and a grain outlet connected to the storage space for discharging the grain. The fixing component includes a control valve for opening and closing the grain outlet.

2. The grain storage device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The fixing component includes a guide member that is slidably connected to the control valve and fixedly connected to the grain silo body. The guide member includes a base plate that is disposed opposite to the control valve. A sliding member is provided between the base plate and the control valve to allow the control valve to move relative to the guide member.

3. The grain storage device as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The sliding member includes a guide block protruding from the base plate and a guide portion recessed into the surface of the control valve, and / or the sliding member includes a guide portion recessed into the surface of the base plate and a guide block protruding from the surface of the control valve, wherein the guide block and the guide portion cooperate with each other.

4. The grain storage device as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The guide also includes two side plates located on both sides of the base plate and extending toward one side of the grain silo body, with the two side plates sandwiching the two side flanges of the control valve.

5. The grain storage device as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The guide also includes a first stop and a second stop to prevent the control valve from moving relative to the guide, wherein the first stop and the second stop are arranged side by side along the direction of movement of the control valve; The control valve is provided with a first limiting block and a second limiting block that respectively cooperate with the first stop member and the second stop member, and the first limiting block and the second limiting block are arranged back and forth along the moving direction of the control valve; In the direction of movement of the control valve relative to the guide member, the first stop member and the first limit block are arranged side by side, and the second stop member and the second limit block are arranged side by side, one after the other.

6. The grain storage device as described in claim 5, characterized in that, The guide includes a stop portion, one side of which is integrally connected to the base plate and the remaining periphery forms a hollow portion with the base plate. The first stop portion and the second stop portion are arranged side by side on the stop portion.

7. The grain storage device as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The fixing assembly also includes a fixing member fixedly connected to the grain silo body and the guide member. The control valve is sandwiched between the fixing member and the guide member. The fixing member, the control valve and the guide member are stacked in sequence along the direction in which the grain flows out of the grain outlet.

8. The grain storage device as described in claim 7, characterized in that, The grain silo body has a first ramp on the side near the grain outlet to guide the grain from the storage space to the grain outlet. The fixing component includes a second ramp that bends and extends along one side of the grain outlet. The control valve has a third ramp on the side of the grain outlet. When the control valve fully opens the grain outlet, the first ramp, the second ramp and the third ramp are connected in sequence and have basically the same slope.

9. The grain storage device as described in claim 8, characterized in that, The grain silo body is provided with a fourth slope opposite to the third slope and a supporting surface located between the inner wall of the grain silo body and the fourth slope. The control valve is provided with a sloping part on the side of the third slope near the fixing member. The supporting surface is opposite to the sloping part. The inner wall of the grain silo body, the supporting surface and the fourth slope form an inward stepped portion.

10. The grain storage device according to any one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that, The fixing assembly also includes a push-pull member connected to the control valve, the push-pull member being connected to the side of the control valve away from the grain outlet.

11. The grain storage device as described in claim 10, characterized in that, The outer side of the grain silo body is provided with a receiving part for storing the push-pull component. The push-pull component is rotatably connected to the control valve via a rotating shaft. The push-pull component rotates relative to the control valve and folds and is stored in the receiving part.

12. The grain storage device according to any one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that, The grain storage unit and the bird feeder body are connected by a guide block and a guide groove; the guide block protrudes from the outer wall of the grain storage unit and the guide groove is recessed in the side wall of the bird feeder body, or the guide block protrudes from the side wall of the bird feeder body and the guide groove is recessed in the outer wall of the grain storage unit.

13. The grain storage device as described in claim 12, characterized in that, The grain storage unit and the bird feeder body are connected by a positioning post and a guide hole; the positioning post protrudes from the bird feeder body and the guide hole is located at the bottom of the grain storage unit, or the positioning post protrudes from the bottom of the grain storage unit and the guide hole is located on the bird feeder body.

14. The grain storage device according to any one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that, The grain storage device also includes a lifting component fixed to the grain storage body.

15. A grain storage device, characterized in that, The grain storage facility includes a first grain warehouse and a second grain warehouse, which are fixedly connected to each other and their respective storage spaces are interconnected. The first grain warehouse and the second grain warehouse have the same structure as the grain storage facility described in any one of claims 1 to 14.

16. The grain storage device as described in claim 15, characterized in that, The first grain bin and the second grain bin are symmetrically arranged on the main body of the bird feeder.

17. A bird feeder, comprising a main body and a food storage container, characterized in that, The grain storage device is the grain storage device as described in any one of claims 1 to 16.

18. The bird feeder as described in claim 17, characterized in that, The bird feeder body includes a camera assembly and a main structure. The main structure includes a mounting base and a mounting body disposed on the mounting base for mounting the camera assembly. The mounting base includes a fixing part fixedly connected to the grain storage device and a ramp part arranged along the fixing part in a sloping manner, with the ramp part facing the grain outlet.

19. The bird feeder as described in claim 18, characterized in that, The bird feeder also includes a chassis assembly fixedly connected to the main body of the bird feeder. The chassis assembly includes a chassis detachably and fixedly connected to the mounting base and a tray for holding grain discharged from the storage space. The tray is located between the chassis and the mounting base and is connected to the grain outlet. The tray and the chassis are fastened together by a snap fastener, or the tray and the chassis are integrally formed.

20. The bird feeder as described in claim 18, characterized in that, The bird feeder also includes a roof structure connected to the main body of the bird feeder, which covers the grain inlet side of the grain storage device.

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