Device for testing resting metabolism of birds
By incorporating a rubber stopper, an air inlet pipe, an air outlet pipe, and a climbing frame into the metabolic box, the problem of birds being unable to stand stably in the metabolic box was solved, enabling accurate measurement of birds' resting metabolic rate.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202520590765.9
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-04-01
- Publication Date
- 2026-02-24
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-04-01
AI Technical Summary
The flat bottom of traditional metabolic boxes makes it difficult for birds to stand stably during testing, making it impossible to accurately measure resting metabolic rate.
A test box with a rubber stopper, an air inlet pipe, and an air outlet pipe was designed. It contains a bird climbing frame. Using the principle of biomimicry, the climbing frame, composed of an inverted U-shaped rod and a support rod, enables birds to stand for a long time.
It provides a sealed space, making it easy for birds to be put in and taken out, thus improving the accuracy and reliability of resting metabolic data.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of bird research technology, and in particular to a device for testing the resting metabolic rate of birds. Background Technology
[0002] Currently, when testing bird metabolism, most methods involve placing the birds directly into a metabolic box. However, because the bottom of traditional metabolic boxes is flat, birds have no grip and are prone to sudden emergencies, making it impossible to measure their true resting metabolic rate.
[0003] Therefore, it is necessary to provide a new device for testing the resting metabolism of birds to solve the above-mentioned technical problems. Utility Model Content
[0004] The technical problem solved by this invention is to provide a device for testing the resting metabolism of birds that is easy to use, enables birds to stand for long periods of time, and improves the accuracy of test data.
[0005] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention provides a testing device for bird resting metabolism, comprising: a testing box, on both sides of the testing box being fixedly installed with rubber plugs, one end of an air inlet pipe and one end of an air outlet pipe being fixedly installed on the two rubber plugs respectively, and a bird climbing frame being fixedly installed inside the testing box.
[0006] Preferably, the end of the exhaust tube furthest from the test box is used to connect to the TSE metabolic analyzer.
[0007] Preferably, the test box has through holes on both sides, and the two rubber plugs are respectively installed in the through holes.
[0008] Preferably, the bird climbing frame includes two side rods symmetrically arranged inside the test box, and a plurality of evenly distributed support rods are fixedly installed between the two side rods. Both ends of the side rods are provided with anti-slip sleeves, which are in contact with the inner wall of the test box.
[0009] Compared with related technologies, the testing device for testing the resting metabolism of birds provided by this utility model has the following beneficial effects:
[0010] This invention provides a device for testing bird resting metabolism. By setting up a test box, rubber stopper, air inlet pipe and air outlet pipe, a sealed space can be formed, providing the necessary conditions for bird resting metabolism, and making it easy to put the bird in or take it out. The bird climbing frame composed of an inverted U-shaped rod and a support rod is designed based on the natural attributes and hind limb structure of birds using biomimetic principles, which allows birds to easily stand for a long time, making it easy to obtain data on the bird's minimum energy consumption. Attached Figure Description
[0011] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a preferred embodiment of the device for testing the resting metabolism of birds provided by this utility model;
[0012] Figure 2 for Figure 1 The diagram shows a cross-sectional view of the structure.
[0013] Figure 3 for Figure 2 The diagram shows a top view of the bird climbing frame.
[0014] The following are labeled in the diagram: 1. Test box, 2. Rubber stopper, 3. Air inlet pipe, 4. Air outlet pipe, 5. Bird climbing frame, 51. Side bar, 52. Support bar, 53. Anti-slip sleeve. Detailed Implementation
[0015] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.
[0016] Please refer to the following: Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 ,in, Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a preferred embodiment of the device for testing the resting metabolism of birds provided by this utility model; Figure 2 for Figure 1 The diagram shows a cross-sectional view of the structure. Figure 3 for Figure 2 The diagram shows a top view of the bird climbing frame. The bird resting metabolism testing device includes: a test box 1, with rubber plugs 2 fixedly installed on both sides of the test box 1, and one end of an air inlet pipe 3 and one end of an air outlet pipe 4 fixedly installed on each of the two rubber plugs 2, respectively. A bird climbing frame 5 is fixedly installed inside the test box 1.
[0017] The end of the exhaust pipe 4 furthest from the test box 1 is used to connect to the TSE metabolic instrument.
[0018] The test box 1 has through holes on both sides, and two rubber plugs 2 are installed in the through holes respectively. The rubber plugs 2 make it easy to put birds in, and at the same time make the test box 1 form a relatively sealed space, which is convenient for testing the resting metabolic data of birds.
[0019] The bird climbing frame 5 includes two symmetrically arranged side rods 51 within the test box 1. Multiple evenly distributed support rods 52 are fixedly installed between the two side rods 51. Each end of the side rods 51 is provided with an anti-slip sleeve 53, which contacts the inner wall of the test box 1. The bird climbing frame 5, composed of the side rods 51 and the support rods 52, is made of wood. The bird climbing frame 5 allows birds placed inside the test box 1 to easily grasp it, enabling them to stand for extended periods and thus allowing for more accurate detection of the bird's resting metabolic rate. The anti-slip sleeves 53 are made of rubber. The test box 1 is cylindrical, and the anti-slip sleeves 53 stably hold the bird climbing frame 5 within it. In other embodiments, the ends of the two side rods 51 can also be fixed to the test box 1 using glue or other fixing methods to secure the bird climbing frame 5 within the test box 1, improving its stability.
[0020] Compared with related technologies, the testing device for testing the resting metabolism of birds provided by this utility model has the following beneficial effects:
[0021] This invention provides a device for testing bird resting metabolism. The device, consisting of a test box 1, a rubber stopper 2, an air inlet pipe 3, and an air outlet pipe 4, forms a sealed space that provides the necessary conditions for bird resting metabolism and allows for easy placement and removal of birds. The bird climbing frame 5, composed of an inverted U-shaped rod 51 and a support rod 52, is designed based on the natural attributes and hind limb structure of birds using biomimetic principles. This allows birds to easily stand for extended periods, making it convenient to obtain data on the bird's minimum energy consumption.
[0022] The above description is merely an embodiment of this utility model and does not limit the patent scope of this utility model. Any equivalent structural or procedural transformations made based on the content of this utility model specification and drawings, or direct or indirect applications in other related technical fields, are similarly included within the patent protection scope of this utility model.
Claims
1. A device for testing the resting metabolism of birds, characterized in that, include: The test box has rubber plugs fixedly installed on both sides, and one end of the air inlet pipe and one end of the air outlet pipe are fixedly installed on the two rubber plugs respectively. A bird climbing frame is fixedly installed inside the test box.
2. The device for testing bird resting metabolism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The end of the exhaust tube furthest from the test box is used to connect to the TSE metabolic analyzer.
3. The device for testing bird resting metabolism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The test box has through holes on both sides, and the two rubber plugs are respectively installed in the through holes.
4. The device for testing bird resting metabolism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bird climbing frame includes two side rods symmetrically arranged inside the test box. Multiple evenly distributed support rods are fixedly installed between the two side rods. Both ends of the side rods are provided with anti-slip sleeves, which are in contact with the inner wall of the test box.