Tomato plant supporting frame

Abstract

The utility model discloses a tomato plant supporting frame, relates to the field of tomato planting, and aims to solve the problems that when tomatoes are planted through a tomato supporting frame in the prior art, tomato illumination is reduced, the quality of the tomatoes is reduced, and the disease risk is increased. A plurality of threaded grooves are formed in the base, supporting rods are in threaded connection with the interiors of the threaded grooves, positioning plates are detachably connected to the supporting rods, sliding rods are detachably connected to the positioning plates, sliding grooves allowing the sliding rods to slide are formed in the positioning plates, and a lifting mechanism used for lifting tomatoes is arranged on the base. According to the tomato plant supporting frame, tomatoes can be lifted to the sun after the tomato plants bear fruits, the tomatoes are prevented from being shielded by leaves or other parts, the tomatoes can be rotated regularly, it is guaranteed that the tomatoes are comprehensively colored, and the overall quality of the tomatoes is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of tomato cultivation, and more specifically, it relates to a tomato plant support frame. Background Technology

[0002] Tomatoes are annual herbaceous plants belonging to the Solanaceae family and the Solanum genus. Genetically modified tomatoes are bright red in color, have firm fruit, and are less prone to cracking. As they are vine plants, climbing trellises or support frames are used during the cultivation process.

[0003] The patent with publication number CN214628454U discloses a tomato plant support frame that is easy to assemble and disassemble, including a support frame, two parallel fixed ground beams at the lower end of the support frame, two parallel support beams at the upper end, and several support suspension rods, the upper end of the support suspension rods being engaged with the support beams, and the lower end being suspended.

[0004] The support frame described above has the advantages of being easy to install and disassemble, reusable, and having good support stability. However, since tomatoes are vine plants, after fruiting, the fruit becomes heavy and droops below the leaves. At this time, the tomatoes will be blocked by leaves or other parts, resulting in reduced sunlight, which will reduce the quality of tomatoes and increase the risk of diseases.

[0005] Therefore, a new solution is needed to address this problem. Utility Model Content

[0006] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a tomato plant support frame that can lift tomatoes into the sunlight after the tomato plant has fruited, preventing them from being shaded by leaves or other parts. It can also rotate the tomatoes periodically to ensure that they are fully colored, thereby improving the overall quality of the tomatoes.

[0007] The above-mentioned technical objective of this utility model is achieved through the following technical solution: a tomato plant support frame includes a base, the base having several threaded grooves, a support rod being threadedly connected to the threaded grooves, a positioning plate being detachably connected to the support rod, a sliding rod being detachably connected to the positioning plate, a sliding groove being provided on the positioning plate for the sliding rod to slide, and a lifting mechanism for lifting tomatoes being provided on the base.

[0008] The present invention is further configured such that: the lifting mechanism includes a motor fixedly connected to the base, a rotating rod fixedly connected to the output shaft of the motor, and two first electric push rods fixedly connected to the rotating rod, wherein the first electric push rods are provided with a receiving component for receiving the side branches of the tomato.

[0009] The present invention is further configured such that: the receiving component includes a receiving frame 1 fixedly connected to the telescopic end of the first electric push rod and a receiving frame 2 slidably connected between the two receiving frames 1, the two receiving frames 1 are symmetrically arranged, and the receiving frames 1 and the receiving frame 2 are provided with rotating parts for rotating tomatoes.

[0010] The present invention is further configured such that: the rotating component includes a positioning rod slidably connected to both the first and second receiving frames, a second electric push rod and a fixing block fixedly connected to both ends of the positioning rod, and a limiting plate fixedly connected to the telescopic end of the second electric push rod; a spring is sleeved between the first receiving frame and the fixing block on the positioning rod, and a spring is sleeved between the second receiving frame and the fixing block on the positioning rod; when the limiting plate is in contact with the adjacent second receiving frame and the two first receiving frames respectively, the springs are in normal condition.

[0011] The present invention is further configured such that: a plurality of batteries for supplying power to the motor, the first electric push rod and the second electric push rod are fixedly connected to the base; a solar panel is fixedly connected to the limiting plate; and the solar panel is electrically connected to the batteries.

[0012] The present invention is further configured such that: a through groove is provided on the lower side of the threaded groove, and a ground nail is slidably connected in the through groove, and the through groove and the threaded groove are interconnected.

[0013] The present invention is further configured such that several circular rings are fixedly connected to the sliding rod.

[0014] In summary, this utility model has the following beneficial effects: it can raise the tomatoes to the sunlight after the tomato plants have fruited, preventing them from being blocked by leaves or other parts, allowing them to receive sufficient sunlight, which increases the accumulation of sugar and reduces acidity. It also keeps the tomatoes away from the ground with excessive humidity, thus preventing the growth of fungal diseases. The tomatoes can also be rotated regularly to ensure that they are fully colored, improving the overall quality of the tomatoes. Furthermore, the overall stability of the plant support frame can be improved by using ground nails. Attached Figure Description

[0015] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;

[0016] Figure 2 A cross-sectional view of this utility model Figure 1 ;

[0017] Figure 3 for Figure 2 Enlarged schematic diagram of part A;

[0018] Figure 4 A cross-sectional view of this utility model Figure 2 ;

[0019] In the diagram: 1. Base; 2. Threaded groove; 3. Support rod; 4. Positioning plate; 5. Sliding rod; 6. Slide groove; 7. Motor; 8. Rotating rod; 9. First electric push rod; 10. Support frame one; 11. Support frame two; 12. Positioning rod; 13. Second electric push rod; 14. Fixing block; 15. Limiting plate; 16. Spring one; 17. Spring two; 18. Battery; 19. Solar panel; 20. Through groove; 21. Ground nail; 22. Ring. Detailed Implementation

[0020] The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0021] A tomato plant support frame, such as Figures 1-4 As shown, the system includes a base 1 with several threaded grooves 2. A support rod 3 is threaded into each threaded groove 2. A positioning plate 4 is detachably connected to the support rod 3, and a sliding rod 5 is detachably connected to the positioning plate 4. The positioning plate 4 has a sliding groove 6 for the sliding rod 5 to slide, allowing the position of the sliding rod 5 to be adjusted according to the growth of the tomato plant. The base 1 has a lifting mechanism for lifting the tomatoes. In use, the plant support frame is first placed on one side of the plant, and then the support rod 3, positioning plate 4, and sliding rod 5 are installed in sequence. After installation, wait for the tomato plant to bear fruit. Once the tomato plant bears fruit, place the tomato on the lifting mechanism, which then lifts the tomato, preventing it from being blocked by leaves or other parts. The tomato can also be rotated periodically to ensure even coloring and improve the overall quality of the tomato.

[0022] like Figures 1-4 As shown, the lifting mechanism includes a motor 7 fixedly connected to the base 1, a rotating rod 8 fixedly connected to the output shaft of the motor 7, and two first electric push rods 9 fixedly connected to the rotating rod 8. Each first electric push rod 9 is equipped with a receiving assembly for receiving tomato side branches. The receiving assembly includes a receiving frame 10 fixedly connected to the telescopic end of the first electric push rod 9 and a receiving frame 11 slidably connected between the two receiving frames 10. The two receiving frames 10 are symmetrically arranged. Both the receiving frames 10 and the receiving frame 11 are equipped with rotating components for rotating the tomatoes. The rotating components include the receiving frame... Positioning rods 12 are slidably connected to the first 10 and the second 11. The two ends of the positioning rods 12 are respectively fixedly connected to the second electric push rods 13 and the fixing blocks 14. The extension end of the second electric push rods 13 is fixedly connected to the limiting plate 15. A spring 16 is sleeved between the first 10 and the fixing block 14. A spring 27 is sleeved between the second 11 and the fixing block 14. When the three limiting plates 15 are in contact with the adjacent second 11 and the two first 10 respectively, the spring 27 and the two springs 16 are in normal state.

[0023] like Figures 1-4As shown, after the tomato plant bears fruit, motor 7 can be started first, causing motor 7 to drive rotating rod 8, first electric push rod 9, receiving frame one 10, and receiving frame two 11 to rotate 30° to 45°. Then, according to the fruiting position, the two first electric push rods 9 are started to extend synchronously. After the extension is completed, the first electric push rod 9 on one side is started according to the position of the fruiting lateral branch, causing the first electric push rod 9 on this side to drive the receiving frame one 10 connected to it to rise. Finally, the receiving frame two 11 is slid according to the position of the remaining lateral branches to receive the fruiting lateral branches. First, pull the limiting plate 15 to insert a portion of the side branch sideways between the limiting plate 15 and the receiving frame 10. At this time, spring 16 is compressed. Then, release the limiting plate 15. Spring 16 returns to its original position, causing the limiting plate 15 to move closer to the receiving frame 10 and contact the side branch. This completes the positioning of this portion of the side branch. Next, insert the remaining side branch sideways between the limiting plate 15 and the receiving frame 11. At this time, spring 17 is compressed. Then, release the limiting plate 15. Spring 17 returns to its original position. The limiting plate 15 is moved closer to the receiving frame 11 and comes into contact with the remaining lateral branches, thus completing the positioning of the remaining lateral branches. After all the fruiting lateral branches are positioned, the motor 7 starts again, driving the rotating rod 8, the first electric push rod 9, the receiving frame 10, and the receiving frame 11 to rotate 15° to 30°, separating the fruiting lateral branches from the unfruiting lateral branches, leaves, or other parts that are blocking them. At this time, the tomatoes will not be blocked by leaves or other parts and can receive sufficient sunlight, which increases the accumulation of sugar and reduces the acidity of the tomatoes. The tomato plants are kept low and away from excessively humid ground to prevent the growth of fungal diseases. After the initial lifting for two to three days, the second electric push rod 13 can be activated to extend the plant. Since the fruiting lateral branches are still restricted by the limiting plate 15 at this time, the movement of the limiting plate 15 will cause the fruiting lateral branches to rotate, and the tomato plants will also rotate with the lateral branches. After the second electric push rod 13 extends for two to three days, the second electric push rod 13 is reset. By repeating this process, the different sides of the tomato plants can receive sunlight in turn, ensuring that the pigments accumulate evenly and reducing uneven coloring.

[0024] like Figures 1-4 As shown, several batteries 18 for supplying power to the motor 7, the first electric push rod 9, and the second electric push rod 13 are fixedly connected to the base 1. A solar panel 19 is fixedly connected to the limiting plate 15. The solar panel 19 is electrically connected to the batteries 18. During the use of the plant support frame, the batteries 18 can store electrical energy through the solar panel 19. When the motor 7, the first electric push rod 9, or the second electric push rod 13 is needed, the batteries 18 can supply power, so that it can be used independently without an external power source.

[0025] like Figure 1 , Figure 4As shown, a through groove 20 is provided on the lower side of the threaded groove 2. A ground nail 21 is slidably connected in the through groove 20. The through groove 20 and the threaded groove 2 are interconnected. Before installing the support rod 3, the ground nail 21 is first placed in the threaded groove 2, and then the support rod 3 is screwed into the threaded groove 2. At this time, the ground nail 21 will be pushed into the ground by the support rod 3, thereby improving the overall stability of the plant support frame.

[0026] like Figure 1 , Figure 4 As shown, several rings 22 are fixedly connected to the sliding rod 5, which facilitates the tomato vines to climb and prevents the tomato vines from falling off the sliding rod 5 after fruiting due to the continuous increase in the weight of the fruit.

[0027] Working principle: When using, first place the plant support frame on one side of the plant, and then install the support rod 3, positioning plate 4 and sliding rod 5 in sequence. Before installing the support rod 3, first put the ground nail 21 into the threaded groove 2, and then screw the support rod 3 into the threaded groove 2. At this time, the ground nail 21 will be pushed into the ground by the support rod 3. After installation, wait for the tomato plant to bear fruit.

[0028] After the tomato plants bear fruit, motor 7 can be started first, causing it to rotate the rotating rod 8, the first electric push rod 9, the first receiving frame 10, and the second receiving frame 11 by 30° to 45°. Then, according to the fruiting position, the two first electric push rods 9 are activated to extend synchronously. After extension is complete, the first electric push rod 9 on one side is activated according to the position of the fruiting lateral branch, causing the first electric push rod 9 on this side to lift the connected first receiving frame 10. Finally, the second receiving frame 11 is slid according to the position of the remaining lateral branches to receive the fruiting lateral branches. Next, pull the limiting plate 15 to insert a portion of the side branch sideways between the limiting plate 15 and the receiving frame 10. At this time, spring 16 is in a compressed state. Then, release the limiting plate 15. At this time, spring 16 returns to its original position, causing the limiting plate 15 to move closer to the receiving frame 10 and contact the side branch. This completes the positioning of this portion of the side branch. Then, insert the remaining side branch sideways between the limiting plate 15 and the receiving frame 11. At this time, spring 17 is in a compressed state. Then, release the limiting plate 15. At this time, spring 17 returns to its original position, causing the remaining side branch to move closer to the receiving frame 10 and contact the side branch. The limiting plate 15 approaches the receiving frame 11 and comes into contact with the remaining lateral branches, thus completing the positioning of the remaining lateral branches. After all the fruiting lateral branches have been positioned, the motor 7 starts again, driving the rotating rod 8, the first electric push rod 9, the receiving frame 10, and the receiving frame 11 to rotate 15° to 30°, separating the fruiting lateral branches from the unfruiting lateral branches, leaves, or other parts that are obstructing the sunlight. At this time, the tomatoes will not be blocked by leaves or other parts and can receive sufficient sunlight, which increases the accumulation of sugar and reduces the acidity of the tomatoes. This method keeps tomatoes away from excessively humid ground to prevent the growth of fungal diseases. Two to three days after the initial lifting, the second electric push rod 13 can be activated to extend the tomato. Since the fruiting lateral branches are still restricted by the limiting plate 15 at this time, the movement of the limiting plate 15 will cause the fruiting lateral branches to rotate, and the tomato will also rotate with the lateral branches. Two to three days after the second electric push rod 13 extends, the second electric push rod 13 is reset. By repeating this process, all sides of the tomato can receive sunlight in turn, ensuring that the pigment accumulates evenly and reducing uneven coloring.

[0029] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this utility model. The protection scope of this utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. All technical solutions falling within the scope of this utility model's concept are protected. It should be noted that for those skilled in the art, any improvements and modifications made without departing from the principle of this utility model should also be considered within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A support for tomato plants comprising a base (1) characterised in that: The base (1) is provided with a plurality of threaded grooves (2), the threaded grooves (2) are threadedly connected with support rods (3), the support rods (3) are detachably connected with positioning plates (4), the positioning plates (4) are detachably connected with sliding rods (5), the positioning plates (4) are provided with sliding grooves (6) for the sliding rods (5) to slide, and the base (1) is provided with a lifting mechanism for lifting tomatoes.

2. A tomato plant support according to claim 1, characterised in that: The lifting mechanism comprises a motor (7) fixedly connected to the base (1), a rotating rod (8) fixedly connected to an output shaft of the motor (7), and two first electric push rods (9) fixedly connected to the rotating rod (8), and the first electric push rods (9) are provided with a receiving assembly for receiving side branches of tomatoes.

3. A tomato plant support according to claim 2, characterised in that: The receiving assembly comprises receiving frames one (10) fixedly connected to the first electric push rods (9) and a receiving frame two (11) slidably connected between the two receiving frames one (10), the two receiving frames one (10) are symmetrically arranged, and the receiving frames one (10) and the receiving frame two (11) are provided with rotating members for rotating tomatoes.

4. A tomato plant support according to claim 3, characterised in that: The rotating member comprises positioning rods (12) slidably connected to the receiving frames one (10) and the receiving frame two (11), second electric push rods (13) and fixed blocks (14) fixedly connected to both ends of the positioning rods (12), and limiting plates (15) fixedly connected to the second electric push rods (13), a spring one (16) is sleeved between the positioning rod (12) and the fixed block (14) of the receiving frame one (10), a spring two (17) is sleeved between the positioning rod (12) and the fixed block (14) of the receiving frame two (11), and when the three limiting plates (15) are in contact with each other, the spring two (17) and the two spring one (16) are in a normal state.

5. A tomato plant support according to claim 4, characterised in that: The base (1) is fixedly connected with a plurality of storage batteries (18) for supplying power to the motor (7), the first electric push rods (9) and the second electric push rods (13), the limiting plates (15) are fixedly connected with solar panels (19), and the solar panels (19) are electrically connected with the storage batteries (18).

6. A tomato plant support according to claim 1, characterised in that: The threaded grooves (2) are provided with through grooves (20) on the lower side, the through grooves (20) are slidably connected with ground nails (21), and the through grooves (20) and the threaded grooves (2) are in communication with each other.

7. A tomato plant support according to claim 1, characterised in that: The sliding rods (5) are fixedly connected with a plurality of annular rings (22).

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