Digestion metabolism test device for sheep
By improving the structure of the railings and partitions in the sheep digestion and metabolism experimental device, the railings can be easily folded and the partitions can be stably positioned, solving the problem of sheep escaping caused by unstable railings in traditional devices, and improving the safety and practicality of the experiment.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-04-17
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-07
AI Technical Summary
Traditional sheep digestive and metabolic testing devices have cumbersome and unstable opening and closing mechanisms, which makes it easy for sheep to escape and increases the workload of staff.
The railing features a foldable design, combined with a locking mechanism and spring return mechanism to ensure secure locking; the partition achieves precise positioning and stability through the cooperation of a ball and a limiting plate.
This improved the ease of operation and safety of the device, prevented sheep from escaping, and enhanced the device's practicality and stability.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of animal testing, and in particular to a digestive and metabolic testing device for sheep. Background Technology
[0002] A digestive and metabolic testing apparatus is an experimental device used to study and evaluate the function and metabolic processes of the digestive system in animals or humans. It is commonly used in biomedical, nutritional, food science, and pharmaceutical research fields. This apparatus simulates the in vivo digestive and metabolic environment, providing reliable data support for scientific research and clinical diagnosis. In studying the fermentation process of sheep rumen microorganisms, as well as the mechanisms of feed decomposition and nutrient absorption in the rumen, it helps optimize feed formulation and improve feed utilization, thus requiring the use of a sheep digestive and metabolic testing apparatus.
[0003] Sheep digestive and metabolic testing devices can be divided into several types, including rumen automatic sampling devices, total digestive and metabolic experimental cages, and respiratory and metabolic measurement devices. These types of devices provide diverse options for sheep digestive and metabolic experiments, meet the needs of different experimental objectives, and thus promote the development of ruminant nutrition and metabolism research. Among them, the total digestive and metabolic experimental cage is mainly used to collect all feces and urine produced by sheep during metabolism. It is designed to be airtight to prevent sample loss or external contamination.
[0004] However, existing digestive and metabolic testing devices still have many inconveniences in practical use. Especially when examining sheep, the traditional device's opening and closing of the bars is cumbersome and lacks a stable fixing structure, making it easy for sheep to escape during the examination, increasing the burden on staff. Therefore, a design is needed that allows for easier bar folding and stable fixing to improve the practicality and safety of the experimental device. This is the key problem that this invention aims to solve. Utility Model Content
[0005] To overcome the above shortcomings, this utility model provides a digestive and metabolic testing device for sheep, which aims to improve the problem that it is inconvenient to open the cage when examining sheep in traditional experimental cages, which can easily lead to sheep escaping.
[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: a digestive and metabolic experimental device for sheep, comprising a support frame, a first railing fixedly connected to the top of the support frame, a second railing fixedly connected to the top of the support frame, a rotating shaft fixedly connected to the outer wall of the second railing, a third railing rotatably connected to the outer wall of the rotating shaft, and a locking component provided inside the third railing.
[0007] The locking assembly includes a pressure plate, a locking post slidably connected inside the pressure plate, the locking post slidably connected inside the railing three, a locking hole is opened inside the railing two, the locking post is fitted into the locking hole, and a reset assembly is provided on the outer wall of the locking post.
[0008] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0009] The reset assembly includes a first spring, which is sleeved on the outer wall of the locking post. One end of the first spring is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the locking post, and the other end of the first spring is fixedly connected to the inside of the railing.
[0010] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0011] The bracket has a partition that slides inside, and the partition has a positioning groove inside.
[0012] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0013] The bracket has a sliding connection to a limiting plate, and a ball is fixedly connected to one end of the limiting plate.
[0014] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0015] The sphere is slidably connected inside the bracket, and the sphere is fitted into the positioning groove.
[0016] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0017] The bracket is equipped with a telescopic rod inside, and a second spring is sleeved on the outer wall of the telescopic rod.
[0018] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0019] One end of the telescopic rod and one end of the second spring are both fixedly connected to the other end of the limiting plate, and the other end of the telescopic rod and the second spring are both fixedly connected inside the bracket.
[0020] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0021] The bottom of the support is provided with a receiving bucket.
[0022] This utility model has the following beneficial effects:
[0023] 1. In this utility model, when the three railings are folded down, pressing the pressure plate causes the locking pin to separate from the locking hole. Then, the three railings rotate around the pivot, which facilitates the folding of the railings to inspect the sheep. This solves the problem that it is inconvenient to open the cage when inspecting sheep in traditional experimental cages, which can easily lead to the sheep running out. This improves the practicality of the digestive and metabolic experimental device.
[0024] 2. In this utility model, the partition slides inside the bracket, and then the partition is positioned by the ball inside the bracket being embedded in the positioning groove. The ball is limited in the bracket by the limiting plate and supported by the tension of the second spring, thus achieving the effect of limiting the partition. This solves the problem that the partition of the digestive metabolism test device is easy to separate, which leads to the need for frequent adjustments by the operator, and improves the practicality of the digestive metabolism test device. Attached Figure Description
[0025] Figure 1 A perspective view of the sheep digestive and metabolic experimental device proposed in this utility model;
[0026] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the second railing structure of the sheep digestive and metabolic experimental device proposed in this utility model;
[0027] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the partition structure of the sheep digestive and metabolic experimental device proposed in this utility model;
[0028] Figure 4 for Figure 2 Enlarged schematic diagram of the structure at point A in the middle;
[0029] Figure 5 for Figure 3 Enlarged schematic diagram of the structure at point B.
[0030] Legend:
[0031] 1. Bracket; 2. Railing 1; 3. Railing 2; 4. Railing 3; 5. Locking hole; 6. Rotating shaft; 7. Pressure plate; 8. Locking post; 9. First spring; 10. Telescopic rod; 11. Limiting plate; 12. Ball; 13. Second spring; 14. Partition; 15. Positioning groove; 16. Receiving bucket. Detailed Implementation
[0032] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.
[0033] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 4This utility model provides an embodiment of a sheep digestive and metabolic testing device, comprising a support 1, with a railing 2 fixedly connected to the top of the support 1. The railing 2 ensures the stability of the testing area through its fixed connection. A second railing 3 is also fixedly connected to the top of the support 1, serving as a structural support. A rotating shaft 6 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the second railing 3, providing flexible rotation functionality, allowing the third railing 4 to be folded and rotated as needed. The third railing 4 is rotatably connected to the outer wall of the rotating shaft 6. A locking component is provided inside the third railing 4 to ensure that the railing can be securely locked when needed, preventing the railing from moving on its own and affecting the testing process.
[0034] The locking assembly includes a pressure plate 7, with a locking post 8 slidably connected inside the pressure plate 7. The sliding design of the pressure plate 7 allows the locking post 8 to move freely within the railing 3 4, enhancing the accuracy and reliability of the locking. The sliding connection of the locking post 8 within the railing 3 4 provides a tighter and more secure locking function, ensuring the railing 3 4 remains stable when locked. A locking hole 5 is provided inside the railing 2 3, and the locking post 8 engages with the locking hole 5, ensuring a secure lock on the railing 3 4 and preventing unnecessary movement of the railing during testing. A reset assembly is provided on the outer wall of the locking post 8, including a first spring 9. The first spring 9 is sleeved on the outer wall of the locking post 8, with one end fixedly connected to the outer wall of the locking post 8 and the other end fixedly connected inside the railing 3 4. This spring design provides continuous elasticity, allowing the locking post 8 to automatically reset after operation, ensuring the railing 3 4 smoothly returns to its original position, improving the ease of operation and practicality of the equipment.
[0035] Specifically, when it is necessary to fold down fence three 4, the operator presses the pressure plate 7, causing the locking pin 8 to separate from the fixed connection in the locking hole 5. At this time, fence three 4 rotates around the pivot 6 as the center, smoothly completing the folding action, thus providing sufficient space and convenience for inspecting the sheep. After the inspection is completed, when it is necessary to fold down and fix fence three 4 again, the operator only needs to rotate fence three 4 again through the pivot 6 until it aligns with the position of fence two 3. At this time, the locking pin 8 automatically inserts into the locking hole 5, and is pushed back to its original position under the tension of the first spring 9, so that fence three 4 is firmly locked together with fence two 3. Through this design, the folding action of fence three 4 is smoother, more stable and safer, greatly improving the convenience and safety of operation when inspecting sheep, ensuring that the fence is firmly fixed and avoiding unnecessary slippage or loosening.
[0036] Reference Figure 3 and Figure 5A partition 14 is slidably connected inside the support 1. The partition 14, through its sliding connection design, allows for free adjustment of its position within the support 1, thus meeting different experimental needs. A positioning groove 15 is provided inside the partition 14, providing a precise fitting position for the sphere 12, ensuring the partition 14 remains stable during operation and preventing positional displacement due to external forces. A limiting plate 11 is slidably connected inside the support 1. The limiting plate 11, through its sliding design, ensures smooth movement within the support 1 and also has a limiting function to prevent exceeding the specified range of motion. A sphere 12 is fixedly connected to one end of the limiting plate 11, and the sphere 12 is slidably connected inside the support 1, fitting into the positioning groove 15, ensuring the precise positioning of the partition 14 and enabling it to withstand certain external forces without falling off. This design effectively prevents unnecessary movement of the partition 14 during experiments due to vibration or improper operation, increasing stability and safety. The support frame 1 is internally equipped with a telescopic rod 10. The design of the telescopic rod 10 allows the support frame 1 to be adjusted as needed, adapting to different usage scenarios and functional requirements. A second spring 13 is fitted onto the outer wall of the telescopic rod 10. The second spring 13 provides support and cushioning to the telescopic rod 10 through elasticity, ensuring smooth and reliable adjustment and preventing damage due to excessive friction or external force. One end of the telescopic rod 10 and the second spring 13 are both fixedly connected to the other end of the limiting plate 11, ensuring the stability of the telescopic rod 10 and allowing it to work together with the limiting plate 11 during use, ensuring that the partition 14 remains stable in the required position. The other ends of the telescopic rod 10 and the second spring 13 are fixedly connected inside the support frame 1, further enhancing the structural stability of the support frame 1 and preventing the telescopic rod 10 from losing its function due to prolonged use or external impact. A receiving bucket 16 is provided at the bottom of the support frame 1. The receiving bucket 16 is designed for collecting or connecting other components, increasing the functionality of the support frame 1, giving it more uses during testing, and improving the practicality and flexibility of the overall device.
[0037] Specifically, when the partition 14 needs to be limited, it first slides along the inside of the bracket 1 until it reaches the desired position. At this time, the ball 12 inside the bracket 1 automatically embeds into the positioning groove 15, achieving precise positioning of the partition 14. To ensure that the ball 12 can be stably held in the positioning groove 15 and prevent it from slipping out, the ball 12 is limited within the bracket 1 by a limiting plate 11, which effectively restricts the range of motion of the ball 12. At the same time, the tension of the second spring 13 provides support, ensuring that the ball 12 can be firmly embedded in the positioning groove 15, thereby achieving reliable limiting and pre-locking of the partition 14. This design not only improves the stability of the partition 14 but also enhances the accuracy of the limiting, allowing the partition 14 to be firmly fixed during operation, avoiding potential problems caused by displacement or loosening, and ensuring the safety and efficiency of the device.
[0038] Working principle: When using the sheep digestion and metabolism test device, when the third railing 4 needs to be folded down, pressing the pressure plate 7 causes the locking pin 8 to separate from the locking hole 5. Then the third railing 4 rotates around the pivot 6 to inspect the sheep. When it needs to be folded and fixed, the third railing 4 is rotated around the pivot 6. Then the locking pin 8 is inserted into the locking hole 5 and pushed back by the tension of the first spring 9, thereby locking the third railing 4 and the second railing 3, achieving the effect of facilitating the folding of the railing to inspect the sheep.
[0039] When the partition 14 is limited, the partition 14 slides inside the bracket 1. Then, the ball 12 inside the bracket 1 is embedded in the positioning groove 15 to position the partition 14. The ball 12 is limited in the bracket 1 by the limiting plate 11 and supported by the tension of the second spring 13, so that the ball 12 is not easy to slide out when embedded in the positioning groove 15, thus achieving the effect of limiting and pre-locking the partition 14.
[0040] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Although the present utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.
Claims
1. A digestive and metabolic experimental device for sheep, comprising a support frame (1), characterized in that: The top of the bracket (1) is fixedly connected to a railing one (2), the top of the bracket (1) is fixedly connected to a railing two (3), the outer wall of the railing two (3) is fixedly connected to a rotating shaft (6), the outer wall of the rotating shaft (6) is rotatably connected to a railing three (4), and a locking component is provided inside the railing three (4); The locking assembly includes a pressure plate (7), a locking post (8) is slidably connected inside the pressure plate (7), the locking post (8) is slidably connected inside the railing three (4), a locking hole (5) is opened inside the railing two (3), the locking post (8) is fitted into the locking hole (5), and a reset assembly is provided on the outer wall of the locking post (8).
2. The apparatus for testing the digestion and metabolism of sheep according to claim 1, characterized in that: The reset assembly includes a first spring (9), which is sleeved on the outer wall of the locking post (8). One end of the first spring (9) is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the locking post (8), and the other end of the first spring (9) is fixedly connected to the inside of the railing three (4).
3. The apparatus for testing the digestion and metabolism of sheep according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bracket (1) has a partition (14) slidably connected inside, and the partition (14) has a positioning groove (15) inside.
4. The apparatus for testing the digestion and metabolism of sheep according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bracket (1) has a sliding connection to a limiting plate (11), and a ball (12) is fixedly connected to one end of the limiting plate (11).
5. The apparatus for testing the digestion and metabolism of sheep according to claim 4, characterized in that: The sphere (12) is slidably connected inside the bracket (1), and the sphere (12) is fitted into the positioning groove (15).
6. The apparatus for testing the digestion and metabolism of sheep according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bracket (1) is provided with a telescopic rod (10) inside, and a second spring (13) is sleeved on the outer wall of the telescopic rod (10).
7. The apparatus for testing the digestion and metabolism of sheep according to claim 6, characterized in that: One end of the telescopic rod (10) and the second spring (13) are both fixedly connected to the other end of the limiting plate (11), and the other end of the telescopic rod (10) and the second spring (13) are both fixedly connected inside the bracket (1).
8. The apparatus for testing the digestion and metabolism of sheep according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the support (1) is provided with a receiving bucket (16).