Seed preservation and germination monitoring device

By designing a seed storage and germination monitoring device with a sliding cover and a detection camera, the problem of inconvenient seed storage and retrieval was solved, achieving a seed monitoring effect that is simple in structure and highly adaptable.

CN224111656UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-14YUNNAN CHUANGJI ZHONGHENG AGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGY CO LTD
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CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
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Filing Date
2025-04-28
Publication Date
2026-04-14

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Technical Problem

Existing seed monitoring devices are complex in structure and cumbersome in seed storage and retrieval, which affects their long-term use.

Method used

A seed preservation and germination monitoring device was designed, comprising a sliding cover and a storage housing. It employs multiple seed storage racks, a guide plate, and a detection camera. The position of the detection plate is adjusted by sliding the cover to achieve sealing and monitoring, simplifying the structure and facilitating seed storage and retrieval.

Benefits of technology

It achieves convenient seed storage and retrieval, simple structure, adaptability to detection environment, suitability for long-term use, and improves monitoring efficiency.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a seed preservation and germination monitoring device, and belongs to the technical field of seed monitoring. The seed preservation and germination monitoring device comprises a sliding cover plate and a preservation device shell, three seed preservation racks are installed in the preservation device shell, a plurality of guide plates are arranged in the seed preservation racks, turnover discharging plates are installed on the outer sides of the seed preservation racks, and a detection camera is arranged outside a detection plate. The seed storage rack solves the problems that an existing seed monitoring device is complex in structure, the seed storing and taking mode is cumbersome, and long-term use is affected, the seeds are stored through the seed storage sliding grooves separated by the multiple guide plates, and the seeds are cultured in the seed storage rack; the detection plate is detected through the detection camera in the detection plate, the position of the detection plate is adjusted by sliding the cover plate, sealing work can be carried out, storage and monitoring work can be conveniently carried out, long-term use is facilitated, the structure is simple, and convenience and practicability are achieved.
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Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of seed monitoring technology, specifically a seed preservation and germination monitoring device. Background Technology

[0002] In the field of crop seed research, seed germination rate is a very important indicator. Traditional methods for monitoring seed germination rate require placing a certain number of seeds in a germination chamber for cultivation, and then manually counting the seeds to observe and record the germination status and number of germinations periodically, followed by data analysis.

[0003] Chinese Patent CN115943773A discloses a monitoring device for seed germination tests, comprising: a germination device unit, including a housing, a germination dish disposed within the housing, and a water supply component, wherein the germination dish is used to cultivate seeds, and the water supply component is used to supply water to the germination dish; and an image acquisition unit, used to periodically acquire image information of the seeds in the germination dish and transmit the image information. This patent significantly reduces the workload and errors caused by environmental changes in the seed germination rate monitoring process in the prior art, achieves data traceability, and ensures a constant experimental environment.

[0004] The seed monitoring device described in the above patent has a complex structure and cumbersome seed storage and retrieval methods, which affects its long-term use. Therefore, it does not meet the current needs. In response, we propose a seed storage and germination monitoring device. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide a seed preservation and germination monitoring device, which solves the problems of complex structure, cumbersome seed storage and retrieval methods, and long-term use of the seed monitoring devices mentioned in the background art.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a seed preservation and germination monitoring device, comprising a sliding cover and a preservation device housing, wherein the sliding cover is installed on the outside of the preservation device housing, three seed preservation racks are installed inside the preservation device housing, a plurality of guide plates are arranged inside the seed preservation racks, a folding feeding plate is installed on the outside of the seed preservation racks, a detection plate is installed on the inside of the sliding cover, and a detection camera is arranged on the outside of the detection plate.

[0007] Preferably, the sliding cover is provided with an integrally formed positioning frame, and a protective glass plate is installed inside the positioning frame. The detection plate is connected to the positioning frame by fixing screws. The detection plate is detected by a detection camera inside the detection plate. The position of the detection plate is adjusted by the sliding cover, which is convenient to adapt to the detection environment. It can also be sealed for easy storage and monitoring, which is beneficial for long-term use. The structure is simple, convenient and practical.

[0008] Preferably, both the sliding cover and the lower end of the storage device housing are equipped with casters, and an inspection plate is installed on the outside of the storage device housing.

[0009] Preferably, positioning frames are fixedly installed on both sides of the upper part of the housing of the storage device, and an integrally formed guide groove is provided on the upper end surface of the sliding cover. The positioning frames are slidably connected to the sliding cover through the guide groove.

[0010] Preferably, a support frame is installed at the lower end of the seed storage rack, and the support frame engages with the interior of the storage device housing via a slot. Several guide plates are welded to the seed storage rack.

[0011] Preferably, the seed storage chute is configured as an inclined discharge slope, the seed storage chute is used to store seeds, and the detection camera is embedded above the seed storage rack to monitor seed germination.

[0012] Preferably, an electric shaft is installed at the front end of the seed storage rack, and the folding feed plate is rotatably connected to the seed storage rack via the electric shaft.

[0013] Preferably, a positioning block is provided on the outside of the detection plate. The positioning block is fixedly connected to the detection plate by a buckle. The detection camera is connected to the positioning block by a fixing screw. By adjusting the electric shaft, the flip-over feeding plate can be adjusted to facilitate the removal of seeds and enable continuous operation.

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

[0015] 1. When using the seed preservation and testing device of this utility model, the seeds to be stored are placed inside the seed preservation rack and stored in the seed storage trough separated by multiple guide plates. The seeds are cultivated inside the seed preservation rack. The detection plate is detected by the detection camera inside the detection plate. The position of the detection plate is adjusted by sliding the cover plate to adapt to the detection environment. It can also be sealed to facilitate preservation and monitoring. It is conducive to long-term use, has a simple structure, and is convenient and practical.

[0016] 2. This utility model uses multiple seed storage slots inside the seed storage rack to store seeds. Nutrients and moisture are added inside the seed storage slots to promote seed germination. The seed storage rack is easily assembled and disassembled by a snap-fit ​​support frame for easy storage and retrieval. Furthermore, the electric shaft can be adjusted to drive the folding feed plate for easy seed removal, enabling continuous operation. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is an axonometric view of the front view of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 2 This is an axonometric view of the sliding cover plate of this utility model after it has been moved.

[0019] Figure 3 This is an axonometric view of the sliding cover plate of this utility model after it has been moved.

[0020] Figure 4 This is a top-view isometric view of the housing of the storage device of this utility model.

[0021] In the diagram: 1. Sliding cover; 101. Positioning frame; 102. Protective glass plate; 103. Casters; 104. Guide groove; 2. Storage device housing; 201. Inspection plate; 202. Positioning frame; 3. Seed storage rack; 301. Guide plate; 302. Seed storage chute; 303. Folding feeding plate; 304. Electric shaft; 305. Support frame; 4. Detection plate; 401. Positioning block; 402. Detection camera. Detailed Implementation

[0022] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. 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.

[0023] To address the problems of existing seed monitoring devices being structurally complex, having cumbersome seed storage and retrieval methods, and thus affecting long-term usability, please refer to... Figure 1 - Figure 3 This embodiment provides the following technical solution:

[0024] A seed preservation and germination monitoring device includes a sliding cover plate 1 and a preservation device housing 2. The sliding cover plate 1 is installed on the outside of the preservation device housing 2. Three seed preservation racks 3 are installed inside the preservation device housing 2. Several guide plates 301 are provided inside the seed preservation racks 3. When the seed preservation and monitoring device is in use, the seeds to be stored are placed inside the seed preservation racks 3 and stored in the seed storage grooves 302 separated by the multiple guide plates 301. A folding feeding plate 303 is installed on the outside of the seed preservation racks 3. A detection plate 4 is installed on the inside of the sliding cover plate 1. A detection camera 402 is installed on the outside of the detection plate 4.

[0025] In addition, an integrally formed positioning frame 101 is provided on the outside of the sliding cover 1, and a protective glass plate 102 is installed inside the positioning frame 101. The detection plate 4 is connected to the positioning frame 101 by fixing screws. The seed storage rack 3 can be monitored and observed from the outside of the sliding cover 1 and the storage device housing 2 through the protective glass plate 102.

[0026] In addition, a positioning block 401 is provided on the outside of the detection plate 4. The positioning block 401 is fixedly connected to the detection plate 4 by a buckle. The detection camera 402 is connected to the positioning block 401 by a fixing screw. The detection plate 4 is detected by the detection camera 402 inside the detection plate 4. The position of the detection plate 4 is adjusted by the sliding cover plate 1 to adapt to the detection environment. It can also be sealed for easy storage and monitoring, which is beneficial for long-term use. The structure is simple and convenient to use.

[0027] Specifically, when using the seed preservation and testing device, the seeds to be stored are placed inside the seed preservation rack 3 and stored in the seed storage troughs 302 separated by multiple guide plates 301. The seeds are cultivated inside the seed preservation rack 3. The detection plate 4 is detected by the detection camera 402 inside the detection plate 4. The position of the detection plate 4 is adjusted by the sliding cover 1 to adapt to the detection environment and to allow for sealed operation, which facilitates preservation and monitoring. It is suitable for long-term use, has a simple structure, and is convenient and practical.

[0028] To address the problems of inadequate seed storage, inconvenient operation, and limited long-term use of existing seed monitoring devices, please refer to [link to relevant documentation]. Figure 1 , Figure 4 This embodiment provides the following technical solution:

[0029] Both the sliding cover 1 and the lower end of the storage device housing 2 are equipped with casters 103. The exterior of the storage device housing 2 is equipped with a maintenance plate 201. By disassembling and assembling the maintenance plate 201, it is convenient to carry out maintenance and repair work on the interior of the storage device housing 2.

[0030] In addition, positioning frames 202 are fixedly installed on both sides of the upper part of the storage device housing 2. An integrally formed guide groove 104 is provided on the upper end surface of the sliding cover 1. The positioning frame 202 is slidably connected to the sliding cover 1 through the guide groove 104. During the movement of the sliding cover 1 through the universal wheel 103, the guide groove 104 and the positioning frame 202 keep the position of the sliding cover 1 and the storage device housing 2 stable.

[0031] In addition, a support frame 305 is installed at the lower end of the seed storage rack 3. The support frame 305 is engaged with the inside of the storage device housing 2 through a slot. Several guide plates 301 are welded to the seed storage rack 3. During long-term operation, the support frame 305 is connected by a buckle to facilitate the disassembly and assembly of the seed storage rack 3 for storage and retrieval.

[0032] In addition, the seed storage chute 302 is set as an inclined feeding slope. The seed storage chute 302 is used to store seeds. The detection camera 402 is embedded above the seed storage rack 3 to monitor seed germination. The seeds are stored through multiple seed storage chute 302 inside the seed storage rack 3. Nutrients and water are added inside the seed storage chute 302 to promote seed germination.

[0033] In addition, an electric shaft 304 is installed at the front end of the seed storage rack 3. The folding feed plate 303 is rotatably connected to the seed storage rack 3 via the electric shaft 304. By adjusting the electric shaft 304, the folding feed plate 303 can be adjusted to facilitate seed removal and enable continuous operation.

[0034] Specifically, seeds are stored in multiple seed storage slots 302 inside the seed storage rack 3. Nutrients and moisture are added to the seed storage slots 302 to promote germination. The seed storage rack 3 is easily disassembled and reassembled by a snap-fit ​​support frame 305 for storage and retrieval. Furthermore, the electric shaft 304 can be adjusted to drive the folding feed plate 303 for easy seed removal, enabling continuous operation.

[0035] Working principle: In use, the seeds to be stored are placed inside the seed storage rack 3 and stored in the seed storage troughs 302 separated by multiple guide plates 301. Nutrients and moisture are added to the seed storage troughs 302 to promote germination. The seed storage rack 3 is easily disassembled and reassembled via a snap-fit ​​support frame 305 for easy storage and retrieval. The electric shaft 304 can be adjusted to drive the folding feed plate 303 for easy seed removal, allowing for continuous operation. The seeds are cultivated inside the seed storage rack 3. The detection plate 4 is monitored by a detection camera 402 inside the detection plate 4. The position of the detection plate 4 is adjusted by the sliding cover 1 to adapt to the detection environment and allows for sealing, facilitating storage and monitoring. This design is suitable for long-term use, with a simple and practical structure.

[0036] It should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus.

[0037] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and variations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention.

Claims

1. A seed preservation and germination monitoring device comprising a sliding cover plate (1) and a preservation device housing (2), characterized in that, The sliding cover (1) is installed on the outside of the storage device housing (2). Three seed storage racks (3) are installed inside the storage device housing (2). Several guide plates (301) are provided inside the seed storage racks (3). A folding feeding plate (303) is installed on the outside of the seed storage racks (3). A detection plate (4) is installed on the inside of the sliding cover (1). A detection camera (402) is provided on the outside of the detection plate (4).

2. A seed preservation and germination monitoring device according to claim 1, characterised in that: The sliding cover (1) is provided with an integrally formed positioning frame (101) on the outside, and a protective glass plate (102) is installed inside the positioning frame (101). The detection plate (4) is connected to the positioning frame (101) by fixing screws.

3. The seed preservation and germination monitoring device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The lower ends of the sliding cover (1) and the storage device housing (2) are both equipped with casters (103), and the exterior of the storage device housing (2) is equipped with a maintenance plate (201).

4. The seed preservation and germination monitoring device according to claim 1, characterized in that: Positioning frames (202) are fixedly installed on both sides of the upper part of the housing (2) of the storage device. An integrally formed guide groove (104) is provided on the upper end surface of the sliding cover (1). The positioning frame (202) is slidably connected to the sliding cover (1) through the guide groove (104).

5. The seed preservation and germination monitoring device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The seed storage rack (3) is equipped with a support frame (305) at its lower end. The support frame (305) engages with the inside of the storage device housing (2) through a slot. Several guide plates (301) are welded to the seed storage rack (3).

6. The seed preservation and germination monitoring device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The detection camera (402) is embedded above the seed storage rack (3) to monitor seed germination.

7. The seed preservation and germination monitoring device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The seed storage rack (3) is equipped with an electric shaft (304) at its front end, and the folding feed plate (303) is rotatably connected to the seed storage rack (3) via the electric shaft (304).

8. The seed preservation and germination monitoring device according to claim 7, characterized in that: The detection plate (4) is provided with a positioning block (401) on its outside. The positioning block (401) is fixedly connected to the detection plate (4) by a buckle. The detection camera (402) is connected to the positioning block (401) by a fixing screw.

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  • Monitoring device and monitoring method for seed germination test

    CN115943773A