Plant cultivation device used for observing plant root system and capable of rapidly replacing matrix

Abstract

The utility model relates to the field of plant cultivation equipment, in particular to a plant cultivation device used for observing plant root systems and capable of quickly replacing matrixes, which comprises a base and a limiting plate, two first sliding rails are fixedly arranged at the top end of the limiting plate, two top plates are clamped in the middles of the first sliding rails, and two second sliding rails are fixedly arranged at the ends of the limiting plate. A back plate is clamped in the middle of the second sliding rail; compared with a traditional plant cultivation device, the plant cultivation device is provided with the base, the top plate, the first sliding rail, the second sliding rail, the back plate, the sliding block and the limiting frame according to requirements, the limiting frame is in a rectangular-ambulatory-plane shape to store a water solution, the external size of the sliding block is matched with the interior of a third sliding groove, and the splicing stability of the base and the limiting plate is improved; the limiting of the side wall and the top end of a limiting plate can be relieved by sequentially pulling a top plate and a back plate, so that an experimenter can conveniently pull out a sliding block from the interior of a third sliding groove, the matrix and the plant rhizomes are completely exposed, and the convenience and efficiency of rhizome sampling are improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of plant cultivation equipment, and in particular to a plant cultivation device for observing plant root systems and quickly replacing the substrate. Background Technology

[0002] The root system is the organ for plants to absorb nutrients and water. It is not only the core organ for absorbing soil nutrients and water, but also crucial for maintaining plant growth, optimizing resource utilization efficiency, and ultimately determining yield. In laboratory experiments, different substrates contain varying amounts of minerals, organic matter, and pH levels, which in turn affect the growth and development of plant roots. Therefore, plant cultivation devices specifically designed for observing plant roots are needed to facilitate observation and research by laboratory personnel.

[0003] Existing plant cultivation devices for observing plant roots are usually integrated structures. During the use of the cultivation device, the experimenters need to remove the roots of the well-grown plants and the substrate for further experimental research. When the experimenters use the direct digging method to dig out the roots, it may damage the plant roots and affect the efficiency of plant root sampling. In addition, cleaning the inside of the cultivation device is time-consuming and laborious. Utility Model Content

[0004] To overcome the problem that existing plant cultivation devices for observing plant roots are usually integrated structures, researchers need to remove the roots and substrate of the grown plants for further experimental research during the use of the cultivation device. When researchers use the direct digging method to dig out the roots, it may damage the plant roots and affect the efficiency of plant root sampling.

[0005] The technical solution of this utility model is as follows: a plant cultivation device for observing plant roots and quickly changing substrate, including a base and a limiting plate. Two first slide rails are fixed at the top of the limiting plate, and two top plates are snapped into the middle of the first slide rails. Two second slide rails are fixed at the end of the limiting plate, and a back plate is snapped into the middle of the second slide rails. Two sliders are fixed on the inner side wall of the limiting plate near the base. A limiting frame is fixed in the middle of the top of the base. Two third slide grooves are opened on the side wall of the base for the sliders to slide.

[0006] Preferably, the limiting plate is U-shaped, and the limiting plate is fixedly connected with the first slide rail, the second slide rail and the slider to form an integral structure. The external dimensions of the slider are adapted to the internal dimensions of the third slide groove in sequence, which improves the convenience of connecting the limiting plate and the base.

[0007] Preferably, the first slide rails are symmetrically distributed, and each of the first slide rails has a first groove in the middle for the top plate to slide, and the top of the top plate has several through grooves.

[0008] Preferably, a second slide groove is provided in the middle of the second slide rail. Both the second slide groove and the first slide groove are L-shaped. The internal dimensions of the second slide groove and the first slide groove are adapted to the external dimensions of the two ends of the back plate and the top plate, which improves the stability of the connection at the end of the limiting plate.

[0009] Preferably, two sets of clamps are symmetrically fixed on the side wall of the second slide rail, and a pin is engaged in the middle of each set of clamps. The pins are all U-shaped.

[0010] Preferably, the limiting frame is U-shaped and fixedly connected to the base to form an integral structure. The external dimensions of the limiting frame are adapted to the internal dimensions of the enclosed space formed by the limiting plate and the back plate, which improves the sealing performance of the connection between the base and the limiting plate.

[0011] Preferably, a slot is provided on the side wall of the limiting frame, and a sealing ring is engaged in the middle of the slot.

[0012] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0013] Compared to traditional plant cultivation devices, this device features a base, top plate, first slide rail, second slide rail, back plate, slider, and limiting frame. The limiting frame is U-shaped and designed for storing aqueous solutions. The external dimensions of the slider are adapted to the internal dimensions of the third slide groove, improving the stability of the base and limiting plate assembly. Pulling out the top plate and back plate sequentially releases the limiting plate's sidewalls and top, allowing researchers to easily remove the slider from the third slide groove, thus fully exposing the substrate and plant roots and improving the convenience and efficiency of root and stem sampling. Furthermore, the device incorporates clamps, pins, slots, and sealing rings. The sealing rings are elastic, improving the sealing between the limiting frame and the base and sidewalls. The pins and clamps work together to further enhance the stability of the limiting plate's end connection. Attached Figure Description

[0014] Figure 1 The diagram shown is a three-dimensional structural schematic of a plant cultivation device for observing plant roots and quickly replacing the substrate according to this utility model.

[0015] Figure 2 The diagram shown is a schematic diagram of the top plate structure of a plant cultivation device for observing plant roots and quickly replacing the substrate according to this utility model.

[0016] Figure 3 The diagram shown is a schematic representation of the limiting plate structure of a plant cultivation device for observing plant roots and quickly replacing the substrate according to this utility model.

[0017] Figure 4 The diagram shown is a schematic cross-sectional view of the plant cultivation device of this utility model, which allows for rapid substrate replacement and observation of plant roots.

[0018] Figure 5The diagram shown is a schematic representation of the base structure of a plant cultivation device for observing plant roots and quickly replacing the substrate, according to this utility model.

[0019] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached drawings: 1. Base; 2. Limiting plate; 3. Top plate; 4. First slide rail; 5. Second slide rail; 6. Back plate; 7. Clamp; 8. Pin rod; 9. Through groove; 10. Slider; 11. First slide groove; 12. Second slide groove; 13. Third slide groove; 14. Limiting frame; 15. Slot; 16. Sealing ring. Detailed Implementation

[0020] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0021] Please see Figures 1-5 A plant cultivation device for observing plant roots and allowing for rapid substrate replacement includes a base 1 and a limiting plate 2. Two first slide rails 4 are fixed to the top of the limiting plate 2, with two top plates 3 engaged in the middle of the first slide rails 4. Two second slide rails 5 are fixed to the ends of the limiting plate 2, with a back plate 6 engaged in the middle of the second slide rails 5. The base 1, limiting plate 2, top plates 3, and back plate 6 are all made of transparent acrylic material to facilitate observation of the growth and development of plant roots. Two sliders 10 are fixed to the inner wall of the limiting plate 2 near the base 1. A limiting frame 14 is fixed to the middle of the top of the base 1. The limiting frame 14 is U-shaped and serves to store aqueous solution and provide support. The side wall of the base 1 has openings... Two third grooves 13 allow the slider 10 to slide, so that the bottom end of the back plate 6 is supported on the side wall of the limiting frame 14, thereby preventing the slider 10 from sliding out of the interior of the third groove 13 and improving the overall stability of the base 1, the limiting plate 2 and the back plate 6. When the plant roots need to be removed, the experimenter first pulls out the top plate 3 and then the back plate 6 to release the limitation on the end of the limiting plate 2, thereby exposing one side of the substrate. The experimenter then pulls the base 1 and the limiting plate 2, so that the slider 10 slides out of the third groove 13 and completely exposes the substrate, thus facilitating the complete removal of the substrate and plant roots by the experimenter, thereby improving the convenience of plant root sampling. The limiting plate 2 has a U-shaped opening to facilitate cleaning and tidying up the residual substrate.

[0022] Please see Figures 1-5The limiting plate 2 is U-shaped and is fixedly connected with the first slide rail 4, the second slide rail 5 and the slider 10 to form an integral structure. The external dimensions of the slider 10 are adapted to the internal dimensions of the third slide groove 13, which improves the convenience of connecting the limiting plate 2 and the base 1. The first slide rail 4 is symmetrically distributed, and a first slide groove 11 is opened in the middle of each of the first slide rail 4 for the top plate 3 to slide. Several through grooves 9 are opened at the top of the top plate 3 to allow air to circulate. A second slide groove 12 is opened in the middle of each of the second slide rail 5. The second slide groove 12 and the first slide groove 11 are both L-shaped. The internal dimensions of the second slide groove 12 and the first slide groove 11 are adapted to the external dimensions of the back plate 6 and the two ends of the top plate 3, which improves the stability of the connection at the end of the limiting plate 2.

[0023] Please see Figures 1-4 Two sets of clamps 7 are symmetrically fixed on the side wall of the second slide rail 5. A pin 8 is inserted in the middle of each set of clamps 7. The pin 8 is U-shaped. The pin 8 and the clamp 7 work together to improve the stability of the connection between the limiting plate 2 and the back plate 6, thereby avoiding excessive soil pressure on the inner side wall of the limiting plate 2 and the back plate 6 from opening up the limiting plate 2 and the back plate 6.

[0024] Please see Figures 1-5 The limiting frame 14 is U-shaped and fixedly connected to the base 1 to form an integral structure. The external dimensions of the limiting frame 14 are adapted to the internal dimensions of the enclosed space formed by the limiting plate 2 and the back plate 6, which improves the sealing performance of the connection between the base 1 and the limiting plate 2. A slot 15 is opened on the side wall of the limiting frame 14, and a sealing ring 16 is snapped into the middle of the slot 15. The sealing ring 16 is made of silicone and is circular. The sealing ring 16 is elastic, which improves the sealing performance of the contact between the limiting frame 14 and the limiting plate 2 and the back plate 6, thereby reducing moisture leakage.

[0025] During operation, the operator first moves the device to the designated location, then slides the two sliders 10 sequentially into the third groove 13. Next, the back plate 6 is inserted into the second groove 12, with its bottom end supported on the side wall of the limiting frame 14, preventing the sliders 10 from sliding out of the third groove 13. The external dimensions of both ends of the back plate 6 are matched with the internal dimensions of the second groove 12, thus improving the stability of the closed end of the limiting plate 2. The cultivation soil substrate is filled into the closed space formed by the base 1, the limiting plate 2, and the back plate 6. After planting seeds and watering with water and nutrient solution, the operator can then attach the top plate 3 into the first groove 11, reducing water evaporation and improving the overall stability of the top of the limiting plate 2. The base 1 and the limiting plate 2... Both the base plate 2 and the back plate 6 are made of transparent acrylic material, making it convenient for researchers to observe the growth and development of the plant roots. The two pins 8 are sequentially inserted into the inside of the clamp 7, which further improves the stability of the connection between the limiting plate 2 and the back plate 6, thus preventing excessive soil pressure on the inner walls of the limiting plate 2 and the back plate 6 from causing them to open. When the plant roots need to be removed, the researchers first pull out the top plate 3, and then sequentially pull out the pins 8 and the back plate 6 to release the restriction on the end of the limiting plate 2, thereby exposing one side of the substrate. The researchers then pull the base 1 and the limiting plate 2, so that the slider 10 slides out of the third groove 13, thus completely exposing the substrate. This makes it convenient for the researchers to completely remove the substrate and plant roots, thereby improving the convenience of plant root sampling and the convenience of cleaning and tidying up the device.

[0026] Through the above steps, a base 1, a top plate 3, a first slide rail 4, a second slide rail 5, a back plate 6, a slider 10, and a limiting frame 14 are set up according to the requirements. The limiting frame 14 is U-shaped and is used for storing aqueous solution. The external dimensions of the slider 10 are adapted to the internal dimensions of the third slide groove 13, which improves the stability of the assembly of the base 1 and the limiting plate 2. The top plate 3 and the back plate 6 can be pulled out in sequence to release the limitation on the side wall and top of the limiting plate 2, so that the experimenter can easily pull the slider 10 out of the inside of the third slide groove 13, thereby fully exposing the substrate and plant roots and stems, thus improving the convenience and efficiency of root and stem sampling.

Claims

1. A plant cultivation device for observing plant roots and allowing for rapid substrate replacement, comprising a base (1) and a limiting plate (2); characterized in that: Two first slide rails (4) are fixed at the top of the limiting plate (2), and two top plates (3) are snapped in the middle of the first slide rails (4). Two second slide rails (5) are fixed at the end of the limiting plate (2), and a back plate (6) is snapped in the middle of the second slide rails (5). Two sliders (10) are fixed on the inner side wall of the limiting plate (2) near the base (1). A limiting frame (14) is fixed in the middle of the top of the base (1). Two third slide grooves (13) are opened on the side wall of the base (1) for the sliders (10) to slide.

2. The plant cultivation device for observing plant roots and quickly replacing the substrate according to claim 1, characterized in that: The limiting plate (2) is U-shaped. The limiting plate (2) is fixedly connected with the first slide rail (4), the second slide rail (5) and the slider (10) to form an integral structure. The external dimensions of the slider (10) are adapted to the internal dimensions of the third slide groove (13).

3. A plant cultivation device for rapid substrate replacement and observation of plant roots according to claim 2, characterized in that: The first slide rails (4) are symmetrically distributed. The first slide rails (4) are provided with first grooves (11) in the middle for the top plate (3) to slide. The top of the top plate (3) is provided with several through grooves (9).

4. A plant cultivation device for rapid substrate replacement and observation of plant roots according to claim 2, characterized in that: The second slide rail (5) has a second slide groove (12) in the middle. The second slide groove (12) and the first slide groove (11) are both L-shaped. The internal dimensions of the second slide groove (12) and the first slide groove (11) are adapted to the external dimensions of the back plate (6) and the top plate (3) at both ends.

5. A plant cultivation device for rapid substrate replacement and observation of plant roots according to claim 1, characterized in that: Two sets of clamps (7) are symmetrically fixed on the side wall of the second slide rail (5). A pin (8) is inserted in the middle of each set of clamps (7). The pins (8) are all U-shaped.

6. A plant cultivation device for rapid substrate replacement and observation of plant roots according to claim 1, characterized in that: The limiting frame (14) is in the shape of a U-shape and is fixedly connected to the base (1) to form an integral structure. The external dimensions of the limiting frame (14) are compatible with the internal dimensions of the enclosed space formed by the limiting plate (2) and the back plate (6).

7. A plant cultivation device for rapid substrate replacement and observation of plant roots according to claim 1, characterized in that: A slot (15) is provided on the side wall of the limiting frame (14), and a sealing ring (16) is engaged in the middle of the slot (15).

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