Automatic cleaning device for aquaculture sensor
By designing an automated flow channel and an electrically controlled valve system, the problems of low sensor cleaning efficiency and contamination were solved, achieving efficient and comprehensive sensor cleaning, ensuring data accuracy and extending sensor lifespan.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-03-04
- Publication Date
- 2026-03-03
AI Technical Summary
Existing methods for cleaning aquaculture sensors are inefficient, costly, prone to damage, and may pollute water bodies. Furthermore, untimely or incomplete cleaning can affect data accuracy.
An automatic cleaning device comprising multiple flow channels and electrically controlled valves was designed. The flow of pool water and clean water source is controlled by the electrically controlled valves to achieve automated all-round cleaning of sensors, avoiding manual operation and the use of chemical reagents.
It enables efficient and comprehensive cleaning of sensors, reduces labor costs, extends sensor lifespan, ensures data accuracy, and avoids water pollution.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of aquaculture technology, and specifically relates to an automatic cleaning device for aquaculture sensors. Background Technology
[0002] In the aquaculture industry, various sensors are needed to monitor the water data in the aquaculture ponds. However, after a period of use, some impurities will adhere to the sensors, affecting the accuracy of the collected data. Therefore, they need to be cleaned regularly.
[0003] Existing sensor cleaning methods have the following drawbacks: 1. Manual cleaning methods are inefficient, labor-intensive, and may damage the sensor due to improper operation; 2. Automatic cleaning systems are expensive and difficult for small farms to afford; 3. Chemical cleaning may leave reagent residues, polluting the water and affecting the survival of aquatic organisms; 4. Insufficient or untimely cleaning can lead to inaccurate sensor measurement data, affecting the judgment of water quality and the aquaculture environment. Utility Model Content
[0004] In view of this, the purpose of this utility model is to address the shortcomings of the existing technology by providing an automatic cleaning device for aquaculture sensors, thereby achieving a comprehensive optimization and upgrade of sensor cleaning.
[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:
[0006] An automatic cleaning device for aquaculture sensors includes a first valve, a second valve, a third valve, a fourth valve, and a flow channel. The two ends of the flow channel are connected to the aquaculture pond through the first valve and the second valve, respectively, so that the pond water in the aquaculture pond flows through the first valve and the second valve into the flow channel. A sensor is installed in the flow channel. The two ends of the flow channel are also connected to a cleaning pipeline and a sewage pipeline through the third valve and the fourth valve, respectively.
[0007] To better realize this utility model, the above structure is further optimized by providing multiple flow channels, and all flow channels are connected in series.
[0008] To better realize this utility model, the above structure is further optimized by setting multiple sensors, each of which is individually installed in the flow channel.
[0009] To better realize this utility model, the above structure is further optimized, and both the first valve and the second valve are electrically controlled valves.
[0010] To better realize this utility model, the above structure is further optimized, and both the third valve and the fourth valve are electrically controlled valves.
[0011] Compared with the prior art, this utility model has the following advantages:
[0012] This utility model provides an automatic cleaning device for aquaculture sensors, achieving a comprehensive optimization and upgrade of sensor cleaning, bringing benefits to the aquaculture industry. In terms of operation, the cleaning steps are simplified, eliminating complex procedures and allowing even non-professionals to easily operate it; it significantly reduces labor costs and avoids the problem of sensor damage due to improper manual operation, effectively extending sensor lifespan; the entire cleaning process eliminates the use of chemical reagents, fundamentally preventing the hidden danger of chemical residues polluting the water; it ensures that the sensors are always in optimal working condition, ensuring accurate data collection and providing a solid and reliable basis for aquaculture decisions. Attached Figure Description
[0013] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.
[0014] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the application of the automatic cleaning device for aquaculture sensors according to this utility model.
[0015] In the picture:
[0016] 1-First valve, 2-Second valve, 3-Third valve, 4-Fourth valve, 5-Flow channel, 6-Aquaculture pond, 7-Sensor, 8-Cleaning pipeline, 9-Sewage pipeline. Detailed Implementation
[0017] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of this utility model will be described in detail below. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this utility model, and not all of them. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other implementation methods obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.
[0018] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more; the terms "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "inner," "outer," "front end," "rear end," "head," "tail," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," "third," etc., are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.
[0019] In the description of this utility model, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" 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. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.
[0020] like Figure 1 As shown, the automatic cleaning device for aquaculture sensors provided by this utility model includes a first valve 1, a second valve 2, a third valve 3, a fourth valve 4, and a flow channel 5. The two ends of the flow channel 5 are connected to the aquaculture pond 6 through the first valve 1 and the second valve 2, respectively, so that the pond water in the aquaculture pond 6 flows through the first valve 1 and the second valve 2 into the flow channel 5. A sensor 7 is installed in the flow channel 5. By collecting the pond water flowing through the flow channel 5, the water quality parameters of the entire aquaculture pond 6 can be indirectly obtained.
[0021] In this embodiment, multiple flow channels 5 are provided, and all flow channels 5 are connected in series. Multiple sensors 7 are also provided, each individually installed within a flow channel 5. By installing multiple sensors 7, more accurate water quality parameters can be obtained, and by setting sensors with different functions, more comprehensive water quality parameters can be obtained.
[0022] The two ends of the flow channel 5 are connected to the cleaning pipeline 8 and the sewage pipeline 9 through the third valve 3 and the fourth valve 4 respectively. The cleaning pipeline 8 is used to transport clean water to flush the sensor 7 in the flow channel 5, sweeping away the dirt and impurities accumulated over time, and ensuring that the sensor 7 is always in the best working condition.
[0023] The first valve 1 and the second valve 2 are both electrically controlled valves, as are the third valve 3 and the fourth valve 4. Electric control enables intelligent and flexible operation, allowing users to set cleaning times according to their needs without the need for manual valve opening and closing.
[0024] During routine monitoring, the first valve 1 and the second valve 2 remain open, while the third valve 3 and the fourth valve 4 remain closed. At this time, the water in the aquaculture pond 6 enters the flow channel 5 through the first valve 1 and then flows back to the aquaculture pond 6 through the second valve 2. The sensor 7 in the flow channel 5 can indirectly obtain the water quality status parameters of the entire aquaculture pond 6 by collecting the water flowing through the flow channel 5.
[0025] When cleaning the sensor, control the first valve 1 and the second valve 2 to close, and then control the third valve 3 and the fourth valve 4 to open. Clean water flows from the cleaning pipe 8 into the flow tank 5 to rinse the sensor 7 inside and flush away dirt and impurities from the drain pipe 9, ensuring that the sensor 7 is always in the best working condition. After cleaning, control the third valve 3 and the fourth valve 4 to close, and control the first valve 1 and the second valve 2 to open, so that the water in the aquaculture pond 6 re-enters the flow tank 5.
[0026] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of this utility model, but the protection scope of this utility model is not limited thereto. Any variations or substitutions that can be easily conceived by those skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model. Therefore, the protection scope of this utility model should be determined by the protection scope of the claims.
Claims
1. An automatic cleaning device for aquaculture sensors, characterized in that: It includes a first valve (1), a second valve (2), a third valve (3), a fourth valve (4), and a flow channel (5). The two ends of the flow channel (5) are connected to the aquaculture pond (6) through the first valve (1) and the second valve (2), respectively, so that the pond water in the aquaculture pond (6) flows through the flow channel (5) through the first valve (1) and the second valve (2). A sensor (7) is installed in the flow channel (5). The two ends of the flow channel (5) are also connected to the cleaning pipeline (8) and the sewage pipeline (9) through the third valve (3) and the fourth valve (4), respectively.
2. The automatic cleaning device for aquaculture sensors according to claim 1, characterized in that: Multiple flow channels (5) are provided, and all of the flow channels (5) are connected in series.
3. The automatic cleaning device for aquaculture sensors according to claim 2, characterized in that: Multiple sensors (7) are also provided, and each sensor is individually installed in the flow channel (5).
4. The automatic cleaning device for aquaculture sensors according to claim 3, characterized in that: Both the first valve (1) and the second valve (2) are electrically controlled valves.
5. The automatic cleaning device for aquaculture sensors according to claim 4, characterized in that: Both the third valve (3) and the fourth valve (4) are electrically controlled valves.