Automatic feed feeding device with automatic detection function
By introducing a combination of components such as an inner box, funnel, output pipe, valve, relay pipe, and flow sensor into the fish feed feeding device, real-time and accurate feed flow detection is achieved, solving the problem of inaccurate feeding in existing technologies and improving the accuracy and stability of feeding.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202520424491.6
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-03-12
- Publication Date
- 2026-01-27
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-03-12
AI Technical Summary
Existing fish feed dispensing devices cannot accurately detect the amount of feed in real time, resulting in inaccurate feeding, waste, and insufficient feed.
An automatic feed dispensing device with automatic detection function was designed. It adopts a combination structure of inner box, funnel, output pipe, valve, relay pipe, flow sensor, fan and air duct. The feed flow is detected by turbine flow meter to realize real-time and accurate flow measurement and control.
It enables precise feed delivery, reduces waste, improves feed utilization and breeding efficiency, reduces the labor intensity of farmers, and improves work efficiency and the accuracy and stability of feeding.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of fish farming technology, and in particular to an automatic feed dispensing device with automatic detection function. Background Technology
[0002] Fish farming feed is often fed automatically. This equipment can be briefly described as follows: a feed bin is designed next to the fish pond, and there is an electrically driven slinger below the bin. When the bin is opened, the feed falls naturally onto the slinger, and the slinger rotates at high speed to throw the feed out.
[0003] Although this device automates fish feeding, it uses a conventional and crude mechanical feeding method. The amount of feed fed cannot be detected in real time. In addition, the tray-throwing method means that some feed is thrown into the equipment without being fed. Even if the amount of feed fed is detected in real time, the results are inaccurate. Utility Model Content
[0004] The purpose of this invention is to at least solve one of the aforementioned technical defects.
[0005] Therefore, one objective of this utility model is to provide an automatic feed dispensing device with automatic detection function to solve the problems mentioned in the background art and overcome the shortcomings of the existing technology.
[0006] To achieve the above objectives, one embodiment of the present invention provides an automatic feed dispensing device with automatic detection function, including an outer box and a box opening. The box opening is fixedly connected to the top of the outer box, and an inner box is fixedly connected to the inside of the outer box. The box opening communicates with the inside of the inner box.
[0007] A funnel is fixedly connected to the bottom of the inner box, and the inner diameter of the funnel gradually decreases from top to bottom;
[0008] An output pipe is fixedly connected to the bottom end of the funnel, and a valve is integrated in the middle section of the output pipe;
[0009] A relay tube is fixedly connected to the bottom end of the output tube, and the relay tube is multi-segment corrugated.
[0010] A connector is fixedly connected at one point of the relay tube, and a flow sensor is installed on the connector;
[0011] A fan is installed inside the outer casing, and the output end of the fan is fixedly connected to a duct.
[0012] A corrugated pipe is installed at the end of the duct, the posture of which is adjustable, and the upper part of the duct is connected to the bottom end of the relay pipe.
[0013] Preferably, in any of the above embodiments, the outer box is welded to the inner box, and the funnel is welded to the inner box.
[0014] The above technical solution is adopted: This device is specifically designed for the field of fish farming, and is used for the automatic feeding and output of fish feed.
[0015] In this device, the fish feed is located inside the inner tank and funnel. The valve plate is disc-type, and rotating it opens or closes the output pipe. When the valve is opened, some feed flows through the funnel into the relay pipe. The relay pipe is multi-segmented and zigzag-shaped, so the feed does not fall vertically but slides along it. A flow sensor, such as a turbine flow meter, detects the real-time flow rate of the feed in the relay pipe. When feed particles impact the turbine blades inside the relay pipe, the turbine rotates. The turbine speed is proportional to the fluid flow rate; the higher the flow rate, the faster the turbine speed. The rotation of the turbine blades drives an electromagnetic conversion device (usually a magnetoresistive or Hall element), which converts the turbine speed into a pulse signal of a corresponding frequency. This pulse signal is amplified by a preamplifier and sent to a display instrument or control system for counting and display. By measuring the number of pulses per unit time or the cumulative number of pulses, the instantaneous flow rate and cumulative flow rate can be calculated. Then, the feed particles enter the air duct, where a fan provides airflow, pneumatically blowing the feed particles out to a greater distance, covering a larger area.
[0016] Preferably, the funnel is made of stainless steel and is connected to the output pipe via a flange.
[0017] The core structure of this device consists of an inner chamber, a funnel, an output pipe, valves, a relay pipe, connectors, a flow sensor, a fan, and an air duct. A relay pipe, with multiple undulating sections, is installed below the output pipe. The feed does not fall vertically but slides along the relay pipe. The flow sensor, which can be a turbine flow meter, detects the real-time flow rate of the feed in the relay pipe. When feed particles impact the turbine blades inside the relay pipe, the turbine rotates. The turbine's rotational speed is directly proportional to the fluid flow rate; that is, the higher the flow rate, the faster the turbine rotates. This allows for real-time and accurate detection of the feed output flow rate. This enables the feeding device to achieve precise feed delivery according to preset feeding plans and parameters. By accurately controlling the feeding amount, it ensures that fish receive adequate nutrition, avoiding waste and deficiencies, thereby improving feed utilization and aquaculture efficiency.
[0018] This device can automatically feed the animals and simultaneously detect the feed during the feeding process, reducing the labor intensity of farmers and improving work efficiency. At the same time, because the feeding process is completed automatically by the equipment, it can avoid feeding errors caused by human factors, improving the accuracy and stability of feeding.
[0019] Preferably, in any of the above schemes, the output tube is vertical and the multiple included angles of the relay tube are all obtuse angles.
[0020] Preferably, in any of the above schemes, the connector is installed horizontally, and the detection end of the flow sensor is located inside the relay pipe.
[0021] Preferably, the fan is installed horizontally, as described in any of the above schemes.
[0022] Compared with the prior art, the advantages and beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:
[0023] This automatic feed dispensing device with automatic detection function is designed with an inner box, funnel, output pipe, valve, relay pipe, connector, flow sensor, fan, and ductwork. A relay pipe with multiple undulating sections is installed below the output pipe. The feed does not fall vertically but slides along the relay pipe. A flow sensor, such as a turbine flow meter, detects the real-time feed flow rate in the relay pipe. When feed particles impact the turbine blades inside the relay pipe, the turbine rotates. The turbine speed is directly proportional to the fluid flow rate; the higher the flow rate, the faster the turbine rotates. This allows for real-time and accurate detection of the fish feed flow rate. This enables the feeding device to achieve precise feed dispensing according to preset feeding plans and parameters. By accurately controlling the feeding amount, it ensures that fish receive adequate nutrition, avoiding waste and deficiencies, thereby improving feed utilization and aquaculture efficiency.
[0024] This device can automatically feed the animals and simultaneously detect the feed during the feeding process, reducing the labor intensity of farmers and improving work efficiency. At the same time, because the feeding process is completed automatically by the equipment, it can avoid feeding errors caused by human factors, improving the accuracy and stability of feeding.
[0025] Additional aspects and advantages of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description
[0026] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of this utility model will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:
[0027] Figure 1 This is a first-view structural schematic diagram of the present invention;
[0028] Figure 2 This is a structural schematic diagram of the present invention from a second perspective;
[0029] Figure 3 This is a first-view structural diagram of the interior of this utility model;
[0030] Figure 4This is a structural schematic diagram of the internal second perspective of this utility model.
[0031] In the diagram: 1-outer casing, 2-casing opening, 3-inner casing, 4-funnel, 5-output pipe, 6-valve, 7-relay pipe, 8-connector, 9-flow sensor, 10-fan, 11-duct, 12-corrugated pipe. Detailed Implementation
[0032] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and intended to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.
[0033] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.
[0034] like Figure 1-4 As shown, this automatic feed dispensing device with automatic detection function includes an outer box 1 and a box opening 2. The box opening 2 is fixedly connected to the top of the outer box 1, and an inner box 3 is fixedly connected to the inside of the outer box 1. The box opening 2 and the inside of the inner box 3 are connected.
[0035] A funnel 4 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the inner box 3, and the inner diameter of the funnel 4 gradually decreases from top to bottom;
[0036] The bottom end of the funnel 4 is fixedly connected to the output pipe 5, and the middle section of the output pipe 5 is integrated with a valve 6;
[0037] A repeater tube 7 is fixedly connected to the bottom end of the output tube 5. The repeater tube 7 is multi-segment corrugated.
[0038] A connector 8 is fixedly connected at one point of the relay tube 7, and a flow sensor 9 is installed on the connector 8;
[0039] A fan 10 is installed inside the outer casing 1, and a duct 11 is fixedly connected to the output end of the fan 10;
[0040] A corrugated pipe 12 is installed at the end of the duct 11. The posture of the corrugated pipe 12 is adjustable. The upper part of the duct 11 is connected to the bottom end of the relay pipe 7.
[0041] Example 1: The outer casing 1 is welded to the inner casing 3, and the funnel 4 is welded to the inner casing 3. This device is specifically designed for fish farming, specifically for the automatic feeding and output of fish feed. The funnel 4 is made of stainless steel and is connected to the output pipe 5 via a flange.
[0042] Example 2: The output pipe 5 is vertical, and the multiple included angles of the relay pipe 7 are all obtuse angles. The connector 8 is installed horizontally, and the detection end of the flow sensor 9 is located inside the relay pipe 7. The fan 10 is installed horizontally. This device can automatically feed the feed and simultaneously detect the feed during the feeding process, reducing the labor intensity of farmers and improving work efficiency. At the same time, since the feeding process is completed automatically by the equipment, feeding errors caused by human factors can be avoided, improving the accuracy and stability of feeding.
[0043] The working principle of this utility model is as follows:
[0044] In this device, the fish feed is located inside the inner tank 3 and the funnel 4. The valve plate of valve 6 is disc-type, which can open or close the output pipe 5 when rotated. When valve 6 is opened, some feed enters the relay pipe 7 through the funnel 4. The relay pipe 7 is multi-segmented and zigzag-shaped, so the feed does not fall vertically but slides along the relay pipe 7. The real-time flow rate of the feed in the relay pipe 7 is detected by a flow sensor 9, which can be a turbine flow meter. When feed particles impact the turbine blades inside the relay pipe 7, the turbine rotates. The turbine speed is proportional to the fluid flow rate; that is, the higher the flow rate, the faster the turbine speed. The rotation of the turbine blades drives an electromagnetic conversion device (usually a magnetoresistive or Hall element), which converts the turbine speed into a pulse signal of the corresponding frequency. This pulse signal is amplified by a preamplifier and sent to a display instrument or control system for counting and display. By measuring the number of pulses per unit time or the cumulative number of pulses, the instantaneous flow rate and the cumulative flow rate can be calculated. Then the feed pellets enter the air duct 11, and the fan 10 provides air power to blow the feed pellets out pneumatically, spraying them to a greater distance and covering a larger area.
[0045] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following advantages:
[0046] This automatic feed dispensing device with automatic detection function is designed with an inner box 3, funnel 4, output pipe 5, valve 6, relay pipe 7, connector 8, flow sensor 9, fan 10, and air duct 11. A relay pipe 7, which is multi-segmented and zigzag-shaped, is installed below the output pipe 5. The feed does not fall vertically but slides along the relay pipe 7. The flow sensor 9 detects the real-time flow rate of the feed in the relay pipe 7. The flow sensor 9 can be a turbine flow meter. When feed particles impact the turbine blades inside the relay pipe 7, the turbine rotates. The turbine speed is directly proportional to the fluid flow rate; that is, the higher the flow rate, the faster the turbine speed. This allows for real-time and accurate detection of the fish feed flow rate. This enables the feeding device to achieve precise feed dispensing according to preset feeding plans and parameters. By precisely controlling the feeding amount, it ensures that fish receive adequate nutrition, avoiding waste and deficiencies, thereby improving feed utilization and aquaculture efficiency.
[0047] This device can automatically feed the animals and simultaneously detect the feed during the feeding process, reducing the labor intensity of farmers and improving work efficiency. At the same time, because the feeding process is completed automatically by the equipment, it can avoid feeding errors caused by human factors, improving the accuracy and stability of feeding.
Claims
1. An automatic feed dispensing device with automatic detection function, characterized in that, Includes an outer box (1) and a box opening (2). The top of the outer box (1) is fixedly connected to the box opening (2), and the inside of the outer box (1) is fixedly connected to an inner box (3). The box opening (2) is connected to the inside of the inner box (3). The bottom of the inner box (3) is fixedly connected to a funnel (4), and the inner diameter of the funnel (4) gradually decreases from top to bottom; The bottom end of the funnel (4) is fixedly connected to an output pipe (5), and a valve (6) is integrated in the middle section of the output pipe (5). The bottom end of the output tube (5) is fixedly connected to a relay tube (7), which is multi-segment corrugated. A connector (8) is fixedly connected at one point of the relay tube (7), and a flow sensor (9) is installed on the connector (8). A fan (10) is installed inside the outer casing (1), and a duct (11) is fixedly connected to the output end of the fan (10). A corrugated pipe (12) is installed at the end of the air duct (11). The posture of the corrugated pipe (12) is adjustable. The upper part of the air duct (11) is connected to the bottom end of the relay pipe (7).
2. The automatic feed dispensing device with automatic detection function as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The outer box (1) is welded to the inner box (3), and the funnel (4) is welded to the inner box (3).
3. The automatic feed dispensing device with automatic detection function as described in claim 2, characterized in that: The funnel (4) is made of stainless steel and is connected to the output pipe (5) via a flange.
4. The automatic feed dispensing device with automatic detection function as described in claim 3, characterized in that: The output tube (5) is vertical, and the multiple included angles of the relay tube (7) are all obtuse angles.
5. The automatic feed dispensing device with automatic detection function as described in claim 4, characterized in that: The connector (8) is installed horizontally, and the detection end of the flow sensor (9) is located inside the relay tube (7).
6. The automatic feed dispensing device with automatic detection function as described in claim 5, characterized in that: The fan (10) is installed horizontally.