Water inlet structure of rain gauge

By introducing an adjusting component into the rain gauge's inlet structure, and utilizing the movable connection and elastic components between the first and second discs, the inlet flow rate can be automatically adjusted according to the amount of rainfall. This solves the problem of the inability to adjust the inlet flow rate in existing technologies, and improves the rainwater collection rate and measurement accuracy.

CN223842174UActive Publication Date: 2026-01-27XIAN ZHENGHENG ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202520063243.3
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-01-10
Publication Date
2026-01-27
Estimated Expiration
2035-01-10

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Technical Problem

The existing rain gauge inlet structure cannot adjust the inlet flow rate according to the amount of rainfall, which affects the accuracy of the measurement results.

Method used

A rain gauge inlet structure including a housing, a flow guide, an adjustment component, and a water collection component was designed. The inlet flow rate is automatically adjusted by using an elastic component through the movable connection of the first and second discs in the adjustment component, and the rainwater flow area is adjusted according to the amount of rainfall.

Benefits of technology

It enables automatic adjustment of the inflow rate based on rainfall, improving rainwater collection efficiency and the accuracy of measurement results.

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Abstract

The utility model provides a rain gauge water inlet structure. The rain gauge water inlet structure comprises a shell, a flow guide part, an adjusting part and a water collecting part. The adjusting piece is installed in the shell and located below the flow guiding piece. The adjusting part comprises a first disc body and a second disc body, the second disc body is sleeved with the first disc body, the first disc body is movably connected with the second disc body, a filtering disc connected with the inner wall of the shell is arranged below the first disc body, and an elastic part is connected between the first disc body and the filtering disc, so that the first disc body is movably connected with the inner wall of the shell through the elastic part; the bottom face of the second disc body is connected with a pipe body, one end of the pipe body penetrates through the second disc body, the other end of the pipe body is connected with the filtering disc, and a plurality of water outlet holes are formed in the side wall of the pipe body. When the rainfall is too large, the first disc body in the adjusting piece is stressed to move downwards, the gap between the first disc body and the second disc body is increased, and the rainwater flowing area is increased so that the water inlet flow can be adjusted according to the rainfall.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application belongs to the field of rain gauge technology, and in particular relates to a rain gauge water inlet structure. Background Technology

[0002] A rain gauge is an instrument used by meteorologists and hydrologists to measure precipitation in a region over a period of time. Snowfall measurement requires a snow gauge. There are many types of rain gauges, the most common being siphon rain gauges, weighing rain gauges, and tipping bucket rain gauges. The water inlet structure of a rain gauge is a key component in its ability to accurately measure rainfall. Different types of rain gauges have different designs and operating principles for their water inlet structures.

[0003] For example, Chinese patent CN221841230U discloses a water inlet structure for a rain gauge, including a measuring mechanism and a filter mechanism fixedly installed on the top of the measuring mechanism. Through the cooperation of the measuring mechanism and the filter mechanism, the device is first placed in a suitable position, allowing the collection funnel to collect rainwater over a wider area. Secondly, the rainwater flows downwards through a guide plate, which allows the rainwater to flow more evenly into the filter chamber, avoiding the motor and preventing damage from contact with rainwater. Simultaneously, during normal motor operation, the motor drives the rotation... The column rotates, and a connecting ring is fitted on the outer wall of the rotating column. The connecting ring is connected to the sweeping plate. The rotation of the rotating column drives the sweeping plate to rotate. Rainwater passes through the filter screen and filters out the sand and dust particles it contains. The rotating sweeping plate collects and sweeps these particles, which are then discharged when passing through the square trough. Finally, the rainwater enters the water storage tank. Observing the scale, it can be concluded that the rainwater collection rate is improved. Although the water inlet structure of the above scheme can filter and collect rainwater, the water inlet structure cannot adjust the water flow according to the amount of rainfall, which has a significant limitation on rainwater collection and thus affects the measurement results. Summary of the Invention

[0004] In view of this, the main objective of this application is to provide a rain gauge water inlet structure.

[0005] The technical solution adopted in this application is as follows: a rain gauge inlet structure, comprising,

[0006] The housing has a water inlet at its top;

[0007] A flow guide is installed in the housing, with its outer edge connected to the inner wall of the housing and located below the water inlet;

[0008] An adjusting component is installed in the housing and located below the flow guide component. The adjusting component includes a first disc and a second disc. The first disc is sleeved on the outside of the second disc and is movably connected to the second disc. A filter disc connected to the inner wall of the housing is provided below the first disc. An elastic element is connected between the first disc and the filter disc so that the first disc is movably connected to the inner wall of the housing through the elastic element. A tube is connected to the bottom surface of the second disc. One end of the tube passes through the second disc, and the other end of the tube is connected to the filter disc. The side wall of the tube is provided with multiple water outlet holes.

[0009] A water collection device is installed in the housing and connected to the bottom of the housing.

[0010] Furthermore, the first disc body includes a first annular body and a second annular body, the bottom end of the first annular body is connected to the elastic element; the second annular body is connected to the inner annular surface of the first annular body, and the second annular body is sleeved on the outside of the tube body;

[0011] The second annular body is composed of multiple fan-shaped movable blocks, and the ends of the movable blocks away from the tube are hinged to the inner ring end face of the first annular body.

[0012] Furthermore, the top surface of the filter disc is provided with a limiting post.

[0013] Furthermore, the flow guide includes a connecting frame and a flow guide platform, the outer edge of the connecting frame is connected to the interior of the housing, and the flow guide platform is connected to the middle of the connecting frame.

[0014] Furthermore, the flow guide platform is frustoconical in shape.

[0015] Furthermore, the water collecting device includes a cylindrical body and a first filter screen, the cylindrical body being connected to the bottom of the housing, and the first filter screen being connected to the top surface of the cylindrical body.

[0016] Furthermore, a second filter screen is installed at the water inlet of the housing.

[0017] Furthermore, the diameter of the pipe gradually decreases from top to bottom.

[0018] Compared with the prior art, the present application has the following advantages: when the rainfall is too heavy, the first disc in the regulating component moves downward under force, and the gap between the first disc and the second disc increases. By expanding the rainwater circulation area, the inflow rate can be adjusted according to the amount of rainfall. Attached Figure Description

[0019] The following figures are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of this application, wherein:

[0020] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the present application;

[0021] Figure 2 This is an exploded three-dimensional schematic diagram of the adjusting component in this application;

[0022] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of one embodiment of the first disk body of this application.

[0023] Figure label:

[0024] 100. Shell; 101. Inlet; 102. Second filter screen;

[0025] 200. Flow guide; 201. Connecting frame; 202. Flow guide platform;

[0026] 300. Adjusting component; 301. First disc body; 301a. First annular body; 301b. Movable block; 302. Second disc body; 303. Filter disc; 304. Tube body; 305. Elastic component; 306. Water outlet; 307. Limiting post;

[0027] 400. Cylinder body; 401. First filter screen. Detailed Implementation

[0028] To make the objectives, technical solutions, design methods, and advantages of this application clearer, the following detailed description, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, provides specific embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of this application.

[0029] Reference Figure 1 This application provides a rain gauge water inlet structure, including a housing 100, a flow guide 200, an adjusting member 300, and a water collecting member.

[0030] Among them, reference Figure 1 As shown, the top of the housing 100 is provided with a water inlet 101. There is a height difference between the water inlet 101 and the top surface of the housing 100, so that rainwater can flow in smoothly from the water inlet 101. A second filter screen 102 is installed at the water inlet 101 of the housing 100, and the rainwater is filtered for the first time by the second filter screen 102.

[0031] Among them, reference Figure 1 As shown, the guide member 200 is installed in the housing 100 and the outer edge of the guide member 200 is connected to the inner wall of the housing 100 and is located below the water inlet 101. After the rainwater enters the housing 100 from the water inlet 101, it will be guided by the guide member 200 to make the rainwater collection smoother.

[0032] Among them, reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the adjusting member 300 is installed in the housing 100 and located below the guide member 200; the adjusting member 300 includes a first disc 301 and a second disc 302, the first disc 301 is sleeved on the outside of the second disc 302 and movably connected to the second disc 302, a filter disc 303 is provided below the first disc 301 and connected to the inner wall of the housing 100, and an elastic member 305 is connected between the first disc 301 and the filter disc 303 to allow the first disc 301 to pass through the... The elastic element 305 is movably connected to the inner wall of the housing 100; the bottom surface of the second disc 302 is connected to a tube 304, one end of the tube 304 penetrates the second disc 302, the other end of the tube 304 is connected to the filter disc 303, and the side wall of the tube 304 is provided with a plurality of water outlet holes 306; the water collection element is installed in the housing 100 and connected to the bottom of the housing 100; wherein, the first disc 301 is gradually recessed from the edge to the center, and the end of the tube 304 is not higher than the surface of the second disc 302.

[0033] When the rainfall is light, rainwater flows through the guide member 200 to the first disc 301. Since the amount of rainwater is small, it can be discharged through the pipe 304 and the outlet 306 to the filter disc 303, where it is filtered and collected in the water collection device. When the rainfall is heavy, rainwater flows through the guide member 200 to the first disc 301. Since the amount of rainwater is large, the gravity of the rainwater exerts a downward force on the first disc 301, compressing the elastic member 305, causing the first disc 301 to move downwards. The first disc 301 is separated from the second disc 302. After the connection between the first disc 301 and the second disc 302 is opened, rainwater can quickly flow down from the connection hole between the first disc 301 and the second disc 302, thereby adjusting the water inflow. When the rainfall decreases, the gravity acting on the first disc 301 decreases, and the elastic element 305 gradually returns to its initial state. At this time, the first disc 301 and the second disc 302 overlap again, and the rainwater can be discharged downward from the pipe 304.

[0034] In the above, the diameter of the pipe body 304 gradually decreases from top to bottom (not shown), and as the first disc body 301 moves downward, the drainage area at the connection port of the first disc body 301 will gradually increase.

[0035] In order to ensure that the first disc 301 in the adjusting component 300 will not stick to the filter disc 303 after being pressed down and thus affecting the water intake effect, a limiting post 307 is provided on the top surface of the filter disc 303.

[0036] In the above, the water collection device includes a cylinder 400 and a first filter screen 401. The cylinder 400 is connected to the bottom of the housing 100, and the first filter screen 401 is connected to the top surface of the cylinder 400.

[0037] As one embodiment of this application, reference is made to Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the first disc body 301 includes a first annular body 301a and a second annular body. The bottom end of the first annular body 301a is connected to the elastic member 305. The second annular body is connected to the inner annular surface of the first annular body 301a and is sleeved on the outside of the tube body 304. The second annular body is composed of multiple fan-shaped movable blocks 301b spliced ​​together. The ends of the movable blocks 301b away from the tube body 304 are hinged to the inner annular end face of the first annular body 301a.

[0038] In the above embodiment, when the rainfall reaches a certain amount, under the rapid impact of the rainwater, the movable block 301b will bend downward under a large force. At this time, the movable blocks separate, and the rainwater can be quickly discharged downward, which can further improve the adjustment effect of the water intake. In the above, the movable block 301b and the first annular body 301a can be connected by a torsion spring.

[0039] As one embodiment of this application, reference is made to Figure 1 As shown, the flow guide 200 includes a connecting frame 201 and a flow guide platform 202. The outer edge of the connecting frame 201 is connected to the interior of the housing 100, and the flow guide platform 202 is connected to the middle of the connecting frame 201. The flow guide platform 202 is truncated cone-shaped. Rainwater is guided and diverted by the flow guide platform 202 to flow around the periphery of the flow guide platform 202. The rainwater continues to flow downward through the connecting frame 201. The flow guide platform 202 guides the rainwater to flow around the periphery with the flow guide platform 202 as the center, and passes through the connecting frame 201, so that the rainwater flows downward in a circular shape. This ensures that the rainwater falls to the top surface of the first disc 301 at the corresponding position of the elastic member 305, so that the first disc 301 is subjected to uniform force and moves downward to open the connection surface between the first disc 301 and the second disc 302, thereby realizing the adjustment of the water inflow.

[0040] The various embodiments of this application have been described above. These descriptions are exemplary and not exhaustive, nor are they limited to the disclosed embodiments. Many modifications and variations will be apparent to those skilled in the art without departing from the scope and spirit of the described embodiments. The terminology used herein is chosen to best explain the principles, practical applications, or technological improvements to the embodiments in the market, or to enable others skilled in the art to understand the embodiments disclosed herein.

Claims

1. A rain gauge water inlet structure, characterized in that, include, A housing (100) having a water inlet (101) at its top; A flow guide (200) is installed in the housing (100) and the outer edge of the flow guide (200) is connected to the inner wall of the housing (100) and is located below the inlet (101); An adjusting member (300) is installed in the housing (100) and located below the flow guide (200); the adjusting member (300) includes a first disc (301) and a second disc (302), the first disc (301) being sleeved on the outside of the second disc (302) and movably connected to the second disc (302), and a filter disc (303) connected to the inner wall of the housing (100) is provided below the first disc (301); the first disc (301) and... The filter discs (303) are connected by elastic elements (305) so that the first disc (301) is movably connected to the inner wall of the housing (100) through the elastic elements (305); the bottom surface of the second disc (302) is connected to a tube (304), one end of the tube (304) passes through the second disc (302), the other end of the tube (304) is connected to the filter disc (303), and the side wall of the tube (304) is provided with a plurality of water outlet holes (306); A water collection device is installed in the housing (100) and connected to the bottom of the housing (100).

2. The rain gauge inlet structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first disc body (301) includes a first annular body (301a) and a second annular body. The bottom end of the first annular body (301a) is connected to the elastic member (305). The second annular body is connected to the inner annular surface of the first annular body (301a) and is sleeved on the outside of the tube body (304). The second annular body is composed of multiple fan-shaped movable blocks (301b) spliced ​​together, and the ends of the movable blocks (301b) away from the tube body (304) are hinged to the inner ring end face of the first annular body (301a).

3. The rain gauge water inlet structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The top surface of the filter disc (303) is provided with a limiting post (307).

4. The rain gauge water inlet structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The flow guide (200) includes a connecting frame (201) and a flow guide platform (202). The outer edge of the connecting frame (201) is connected to the interior of the housing (100), and the flow guide platform (202) is connected to the middle of the connecting frame (201).

5. The rain gauge water inlet structure according to claim 4, characterized in that, The flow guide platform (202) is frustoconical in shape.

6. The rain gauge inlet structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The water collection device includes a cylinder (400) and a first filter screen (401). The cylinder (400) is connected to the bottom of the housing (100), and the first filter screen (401) is connected to the top surface of the cylinder (400).

7. The rain gauge water inlet structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, A second filter screen (102) is installed at the water inlet (101) of the housing (100).

8. The rain gauge water inlet structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The diameter of the tube body (304) gradually decreases from top to bottom.

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