Three-dimensional seedling raising device

By installing a nutrient solution supply system and a sensor monitoring system in the vertical seedling device, the composition and ratio of the nutrient solution are automatically adjusted, solving the problem of inconvenient nutrient solution adjustment in existing devices and achieving precise supply of nutrient solution and stable control of the seedling environment.

CN224055033UActive Publication Date: 2026-03-31JIANGSU JINHANFANG TECHNOLOGY CO LTD
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CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
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Filing Date
2025-05-06
Publication Date
2026-03-31

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Technical Problem

Existing vertical seedling devices are not convenient for combining with sensor systems to monitor nutrient solution and environmental parameters in real time during the seedling process, which affects the adjustment of the nutrient solution tank and the control of seedling conditions.

Method used

Design a vertical seedling device, including a nutrient solution supply system, a pipeline delivery system, a spraying system, a planting platform, and a control system. Equipped with sensors to monitor the pH, EC, and temperature of the nutrient solution in real time, the device automatically adjusts the composition and ratio of the nutrient solution by controlling the supply pump and mixer via PLC.

Benefits of technology

It enables precise supply and management of nutrient solution, ensuring that seedlings receive stable nutritional conditions during their growth, reducing human intervention and improving seedling efficiency.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of automatic seedling raising, and discloses a three-dimensional seedling raising device which comprises a three-dimensional seedling raising equipment rack, the inner wall of the three-dimensional seedling raising equipment rack is fixedly connected with a spraying system, the right end of the three-dimensional seedling raising equipment rack is fixedly connected with an electric control cabinet, and the front face of the electric control cabinet is fixedly connected with a control panel. The whole device can be composed of the nutrient solution supply system, the middle pipeline conveying system, the spraying system, the planting platform and the control system, the required nutrient solution is automatically proportioned through the stock solution bottles attached to the edge of the nutrient solution box body, the nutrient solution box body is used for storing the nutrient solution, and the amount of the nutrient solution is determined according to different seedling growing scales. Generally, a liquid level sensor is arranged to monitor the liquid level, a nutrient solution is conveyed to each seedling raising layer through reasonably arranged pipelines, and temperature, humidity, nutrient solution concentration and pH value sensors are arranged to monitor seedling raising environment parameters in real time.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of automated seedling technology, and in particular to a vertical seedling device. Background Technology

[0002] Traditional agriculture has a significant environmental impact, including water consumption, soil degradation, and pesticide pollution. Vertical farming, through the use of hydroponics, aeroponics, and other soilless cultivation techniques, reduces reliance on soil and allows for water recycling, thus lowering water consumption. Furthermore, the enclosed environment of vertical farming enables effective pest and disease control, reducing pesticide use. Vertical farming relies on advancements in modern technology, including LED lighting, sensor technology, automated control systems, and artificial intelligence. These technological advancements have made vertical farming possible, enabling efficient production management and resource utilization, and driving agricultural innovation and modernization. Vertical farming has emerged against the backdrop of land scarcity, environmental protection, food security, urban farms, technological progress, and policy support, and is gradually becoming one of the important directions for future agricultural development. By effectively utilizing vertical space and modern technology, vertical farming holds the promise of providing feasible solutions to the challenges facing global agriculture.

[0003] An existing vertical seedling device is not convenient to integrate with a corresponding sensing system to monitor in real time the various parameters of the nutrient solution tank and the temperature, humidity and other parameters of the surrounding environment during the seedling stage. This affects the control system's ability to reasonably adjust the nutrient solution concentration and water volume, as well as other conditions for seedling growth. Utility Model Content

[0004] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model provides a vertical seedling device.

[0005] This utility model is achieved by the following technical solution: a vertical seedling device, including a vertical seedling equipment frame, a spraying system is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the vertical seedling equipment frame, an electrical control cabinet is fixedly connected to the right end of the vertical seedling equipment frame, a control board is fixedly connected to the front of the electrical control cabinet, and a buzzer is fixedly connected to the top of the electrical control cabinet;

[0006] The inner wall of the vertical seedling equipment frame is fixedly connected to a seedling tray translation track, and a seedling platform is slidably connected to the surface of the seedling tray translation track. A nutrient solution tank sensor is fixedly connected inside the vertical seedling equipment frame, and a nutrient solution tank and a stock solution bottle are fixedly connected inside the nutrient solution tank sensor. A pipeline delivery system is fixedly connected inside the vertical seedling equipment frame. A movable window is slidably connected inside the vertical seedling equipment frame, and a transparent glass partition is fixedly connected inside the vertical seedling equipment frame.

[0007] Through the above technical solution, the nutrient solution tank and the stock solution bottle consist of a storage tank for storing different nutrient solutions, a supply pump for transporting the nutrient solution from the storage tank to the irrigation system, and a mixer for mixing different types of nutrient solutions.

[0008] As a further improvement to the above solution, the number of the spraying system is set to two, and the two spraying systems are symmetrically distributed vertically around the vertical seedling equipment frame, with the spraying system located at the top of the seedling platform.

[0009] As a further improvement to the above scheme, the number of seedling platforms is set to several, and the several seedling platforms are symmetrically distributed around the vertical seedling equipment frame, and the seedling platforms are located inside the vertical seedling equipment frame.

[0010] The above technical solution uses sensors to monitor the pH, EC, and temperature of the nutrient solution in real time. The sensor data is transmitted to a PLC for processing. Based on the preset nutrient solution formula and the sensor data, the PLC controls the supply pump and mixer to automatically adjust the composition and ratio of the nutrient solution.

[0011] As a further improvement to the above solution, the nutrient solution tank and the stock solution bottle are located inside the frame of the vertical seedling equipment, and the buzzer is located at the right end of the frame of the vertical seedling equipment.

[0012] As a further improvement to the above solution, the number of movable windows is set to two, and the two movable windows are symmetrically distributed on the left and right sides with the vertical seedling equipment frame as the center.

[0013] As a further improvement to the above solution, the number of transparent glass partitions is set to several, and the several transparent glass partitions are symmetrically distributed around the frame of the vertical seedling equipment.

[0014] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0015] This utility model consists of an overall device comprising a nutrient solution supply system, an intermediate pipeline delivery system, a spraying system, a planting platform, and a control system. The required nutrient solution is automatically prepared using a stock solution bottle attached to the side of the nutrient solution tank. The nutrient solution tank stores the nutrient solution, the amount of which varies depending on the scale of seedling cultivation. It is typically equipped with a level sensor to monitor the level. The nutrient solution is delivered to each seedling layer through a rationally arranged pipeline system. Temperature, humidity, nutrient solution concentration, and pH sensors are provided to monitor seedling environmental parameters in real time. The control panel is used to set and adjust parameters such as the nutrient solution delivery frequency and concentration. Finally, an integrated microprocessor or PLC controller automatically adjusts the spraying and nutrient solution supply systems based on sensor data.

[0016] This invention features a nutrient solution tank and a stock solution bottle located inside the frame of a vertical seedling equipment, with a nutrient solution tank sensor installed inside. This design makes the supply and management of nutrient solution more convenient and precise. The nutrient solution tank sensor can monitor relevant parameters of the nutrient solution in the nutrient solution tank and stock solution bottle in real time, such as liquid level and nutrient concentration. Based on the information fed back by the sensor, nutrient solution can be replenished or the nutrient solution ratio can be adjusted in a timely manner to ensure that the seedlings receive a stable and suitable nutrient supply during their growth. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the right-side structure of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the rear view structure of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model from a bottom view.

[0021] Explanation of key symbols:

[0022] 1. Vertical seedling equipment frame; 2. Sprinkler system; 3. Electrical control cabinet; 4. Seedling platform; 5. Nutrient solution tank sensor; 6. Nutrient solution tank and concentrate bottle; 7. Movable window; 8. Pipeline delivery system; 9. Seedling tray translation track; 10. Control panel; 11. Buzzer; 12. Transparent glass partition. Detailed Implementation

[0023] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. It should be noted that, without conflict, the various embodiments or technical features described below can be arbitrarily combined to form new embodiments.

[0024] Example:

[0025] Please combine Figure 1-4 A vertical seedling device according to this embodiment includes a vertical seedling equipment frame 1, a spraying system 2 fixedly connected to the inner wall of the vertical seedling equipment frame 1, an electrical control cabinet 3 fixedly connected to the right end of the vertical seedling equipment frame 1, a control board 10 fixedly connected to the front of the electrical control cabinet 3, and a buzzer 11 fixedly connected to the top of the electrical control cabinet 3.

[0026] The inner wall of the three-dimensional seedling equipment frame 1 is fixedly connected to a seedling tray translation track 9, and a seedling platform 4 is slidably connected to the surface of the seedling tray translation track 9. A nutrient solution tank sensor 5 is fixedly connected inside the three-dimensional seedling equipment frame 1, and a nutrient solution tank and a stock solution bottle 6 are fixedly connected inside the nutrient solution tank sensor 5. A pipeline delivery system 8 is fixedly connected inside the three-dimensional seedling equipment frame 1. A movable window 7 is slidably connected inside the three-dimensional seedling equipment frame 1, and a transparent glass partition 12 is fixedly connected inside the three-dimensional seedling equipment frame 1. The overall equipment can be divided into a nutrient solution supply system and an intermediate pipeline delivery system 8. The system consists of a sprinkler system, a planting platform, and a control system. It automatically prepares the required nutrient solution using a stock solution bottle attached to the side of the nutrient solution tank. The nutrient solution tank stores the nutrient solution, and the amount depends on the scale of seedling cultivation. It is typically equipped with a level sensor to monitor the level. The nutrient solution is delivered to each seedling layer through a rationally arranged pipeline. Temperature, humidity, nutrient solution concentration, and pH sensors are provided to monitor seedling environment parameters in real time. The control panel is used to set and adjust parameters such as nutrient solution delivery frequency and concentration. An integrated microprocessor or PLC controller automatically adjusts the sprinkler and nutrient solution supply systems based on sensor data.

[0027] The nutrient solution tank and stock solution bottle 6 consist of a storage tank for storing different nutrient solutions, a supply pump for delivering nutrient solutions from the storage tank to the irrigation system, and a mixer for mixing different types of nutrient solutions.

[0028] The number of sprinkler systems 2 is set to two. The two sprinkler systems 2 are symmetrically distributed vertically around the vertical seedling equipment frame 1, and the sprinkler systems 2 are located on the top of the seedling platform 4.

[0029] The number of seedling platforms 4 is set to several, and the several seedling platforms 4 are symmetrically distributed around the vertical seedling equipment frame 1. The seedling platforms 4 are located inside the vertical seedling equipment frame 1.

[0030] The pH, EC, and temperature of the nutrient solution are monitored in real time by sensors. The sensor data is transmitted to the PLC for processing. Based on the preset nutrient solution formula and the sensor data, the PLC controls the supply pump and mixer to automatically adjust the composition and ratio of the nutrient solution.

[0031] The nutrient solution tank and stock solution bottle 6 are located inside the vertical seedling equipment frame 1, and the buzzer 11 is located at the right end of the vertical seedling equipment frame 1. By setting the nutrient solution tank and stock solution bottle 6 inside the vertical seedling equipment frame 1, and installing a nutrient solution tank sensor 5 inside, the supply and management of nutrient solution becomes more convenient and precise. The nutrient solution tank sensor 5 can monitor relevant parameters of the nutrient solution in the nutrient solution tank and stock solution bottle 6 in real time, such as liquid level and nutrient concentration. Based on the information fed back by the sensor, the nutrient solution can be replenished or the nutrient solution ratio can be adjusted in a timely manner to ensure that the seedlings can obtain a stable and suitable nutrient supply during the growth process.

[0032] The number of movable windows 7 is set to two, and the two movable windows 7 are symmetrically distributed on the left and right sides with the vertical seedling equipment frame 1 as the center.

[0033] The number of transparent glass partitions 12 is set to several, and the several transparent glass partitions 12 are symmetrically distributed around the vertical seedling equipment frame 1.

[0034] The implementation principle of a vertical seedling device in this embodiment is as follows: the overall equipment can be divided into a nutrient solution supply system, an intermediate pipeline delivery system 8, a spray system 2, a planting platform, and a control system. The required nutrient solution is automatically prepared using a stock solution bottle attached to the side of the nutrient solution tank. The nutrient solution tank stores the nutrient solution, and the amount of nutrient solution varies depending on the scale of seedling cultivation. It is typically equipped with a level sensor to monitor the level. The nutrient solution is delivered to each seedling layer through a rationally arranged pipeline. Temperature, humidity, nutrient solution concentration, and pH sensors are provided to monitor the seedling environment parameters in real time. The control panel is used to set and adjust the nutrient solution delivery frequency and other parameters. The system monitors parameters such as nutrient solution concentration, and then automatically adjusts the spraying and nutrient solution supply system based on sensor data via an integrated microprocessor or PLC controller. By setting the nutrient solution tank and stock solution bottle 6 inside the vertical seedling equipment frame 1, and installing a nutrient solution tank sensor 5 inside, the supply and management of nutrient solution becomes more convenient and precise. The nutrient solution tank sensor 5 can monitor relevant parameters of the nutrient solution in the nutrient solution tank and stock solution bottle 6 in real time, such as liquid level and nutrient concentration. Based on the information fed back by the sensor, nutrient solution can be replenished or the nutrient solution ratio can be adjusted in a timely manner to ensure that the seedlings receive a stable and suitable nutrient supply during their growth.

[0035] The above embodiments are merely preferred embodiments of this utility model and should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of this utility model. Any non-substantial changes and substitutions made by those skilled in the art based on this utility model shall fall within the scope of protection claimed by this utility model.

Claims

1. A vertical plant growing apparatus, characterized by, Including vertical seedling equipment rack (1), the inner wall of the vertical seedling equipment rack (1) is fixedly connected with a spraying system (2), the right end of the vertical seedling equipment rack (1) is fixedly connected with an electric control cabinet (3), the front surface of the electric control cabinet (3) is fixedly connected with a control panel (10), the top of the electric control cabinet (3) is fixedly connected with a buzzer (11); The inner wall of the vertical seedling equipment rack (1) is fixedly connected with a seedling tray translation track (9), the surface of the seedling tray translation track (9) is slidably connected with a seedling platform (4), the inside of the vertical seedling equipment rack (1) is fixedly connected with a nutrient solution tank sensor (5), the inside of the nutrient solution tank sensor (5) is fixedly connected with a nutrient solution tank and a stock solution bottle (6), the inside of the vertical seedling equipment rack (1) is fixedly connected with a pipeline conveying system (8), the inside of the vertical seedling equipment rack (1) is slidably connected with a movable window (7), the inside of the vertical seedling equipment rack (1) is fixedly connected with a transparent glass partition (12).

2. A vertical growing apparatus as claimed in claim 1, wherein: The number of the spraying system (2) is two, the two spraying systems (2) are symmetrically distributed above and below the vertical seedling equipment rack (1), and the spraying system (2) is located at the top of the seedling platform (4).

3. A vertical growing apparatus as claimed in claim 1, wherein: The number of the seedling platform (4) is several, and the several seedling platforms (4) are symmetrically distributed around the vertical seedling equipment rack (1), and the seedling platform (4) is located in the inside of the vertical seedling equipment rack (1).

4. A vertical growing apparatus as claimed in claim 1, wherein: The nutrient solution tank and the stock solution bottle (6) are located in the inside of the vertical seedling equipment rack (1), and the buzzer (11) is located at the right end of the vertical seedling equipment rack (1).

5. A vertical growing apparatus as claimed in claim 1, wherein: The number of the movable window (7) is two, and the two movable windows (7) are symmetrically distributed around the vertical seedling equipment rack (1).

6. A vertical growing apparatus as claimed in claim 1, characterised in that: The number of the transparent glass partition (12) is several, and the several transparent glass partitions (12) are symmetrically distributed around the vertical seedling equipment rack (1).