Intelligent watering device for potted plants
The intelligent watering device for potted plants uses soil moisture and pot bottom moisture sensors combined with a microcontroller to automatically adjust the watering strategy, solving the problems of high mortality and poor growth of potted plants caused by improper care. It realizes intelligent watering management and improves the growth status and ornamental value of plants.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- ANHUI AGRICULTURAL UNIVERSITY
- Filing Date
- 2023-12-29
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-14
AI Technical Summary
Potted plants often suffer from high mortality rates, poor ornamental value, and unsatisfactory growth due to a lack of cultivation experience or neglect in maintenance.
A smart watering device for potted plants was designed. It uses a soil moisture sensor and a pot bottom moisture sensor combined with a microcontroller and collaborates with a remote server through an Internet of Things communication module to automatically adjust the watering strategy and perform intelligent watering according to the water requirements of different plant types and seasons.
It enables automated and intelligent watering of potted plants, improving their growth and aesthetics while reducing mortality.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of agricultural Internet of Things intelligent equipment technology, and in particular to an intelligent watering device for potted plants. Background Technology
[0002] As living standards continue to improve, many people place potted plants indoors to beautify their environment and add greenery. In offices or homes, people often cultivate potted plants. However, due to a lack of cultivation experience or neglect of maintenance, problems such as high plant mortality, insufficient ornamental value, and poor growth can easily occur.
[0003] To address this issue, an intelligent watering device for potted plants was designed to provide an alternative technical solution. Utility Model Content
[0004] Therefore, it is necessary to provide an intelligent watering device for potted plants to address the aforementioned technical problems.
[0005] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:
[0006] A smart watering device for potted plants includes a flower stand with bases evenly distributed on the top of the flower stand. A cultivation pot is placed on the top of the base. A water supply pipe is fixed to one side of the flower stand, and a watering nozzle is fixed to one end of the water supply pipe. The watering nozzle is located at the top inside the cultivation pot. A control box is placed on the flower stand, and a microcontroller is fixed to the top inside the control box. A soil moisture sensor is connected to one side of the microcontroller via a first signal line, and the soil moisture sensor is located inside the cultivation pot.
[0007] In a preferred embodiment of the intelligent watering device for potted plants provided by this utility model, a water storage container is fixed at the bottom of the flower stand.
[0008] In a preferred embodiment of the intelligent watering device for potted plants provided by this utility model, a water pump is fixed at the bottom of the control box, the microcontroller is connected to the water pump via a signal line, the input end of the water pump is connected to a water storage container, and the output end of the water pump is connected to the other end of a water delivery pipe.
[0009] As a preferred embodiment of the intelligent watering device for potted plants provided by this utility model, a pot bottom humidity sensor is also connected to one side of the microcontroller via a second signal line, and the pot bottom humidity sensor is located between the cultivation pot and the base.
[0010] In a preferred embodiment of the intelligent watering device for potted plants provided by this utility model, one end of the microcontroller is connected to a power source via a wire, and the power source is electrically connected to the soil moisture sensor, the pot bottom moisture sensor, and the water pump via wires.
[0011] In a preferred embodiment of the intelligent watering device for potted plants provided by this utility model, the microcontroller is equipped with an Internet of Things (IoT) communication module and a BeiDou satellite positioning module, and the IoT communication module is located on one side of the BeiDou satellite positioning module.
[0012] It is clear without a doubt that the technical solution described above in this application can solve the technical problem that this application aims to address.
[0013] At the same time, through the above technical solutions, this utility model has at least the following beneficial effects:
[0014] The intelligent watering device for potted plants provided by this utility model can water multiple different types of potted plants simultaneously. Based on the water requirements of different types of potted plants in different seasons, the server adaptively calculates the corresponding watering strategy through big data artificial intelligence algorithms. This is used to solve the problem of poor growth or even death of potted plants due to failure to water them in time. Attached Figure Description
[0015] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.
[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;
[0017] Figure 2 This is a rear view of the present invention;
[0018] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the control box of this utility model;
[0019] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the watering nozzle of this utility model.
[0020] In the diagram: 1. Flower stand; 2. Cultivation pot; 3. Control box; 4. Water storage container; 5. Soil moisture sensor; 6. Pot bottom moisture sensor; 7. Watering nozzle; 8. Microcontroller; 9. Water pump; 10. Power supply. Detailed Implementation
[0021] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the present utility model and are not intended to limit the present utility model.
[0022] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the present invention, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.
[0023] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features and technical solutions in the present invention can be combined with each other.
[0024] It should be noted that similar labels and letters in the following figures indicate similar items. Therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it does not need to be further defined and explained in subsequent figures.
[0025] Reference Figures 1-4 The intelligent watering device for potted plants includes a flower stand 1, a cultivation pot 2, a control box 3, a water storage container 4, a soil moisture sensor 5, a pot bottom moisture sensor 6, and a watering nozzle 7. The bottom of the flower stand 1 is fixed with the water storage container 4, which stores water inside the water storage container 4 and allows for easy replenishment of water. It is also highly stable and convenient to use. The top of the flower stand 1 is evenly distributed with bases, which can be placed on the top of the flower stand 1. The cultivation pot 2 is placed on the top of the base, so that green plants can be grown inside the cultivation pot 2 for easy viewing of the potted plants. A water supply pipe is fixed on one side of the flower stand 1, and a watering nozzle 7 is fixed at one end of the water supply pipe. The watering nozzle 7 is located at the top inside the cultivation pot 2, and the green plants inside the cultivation pot 2 are watered by spraying water from the watering nozzle 7.
[0026] A control box 3 is placed on the flower stand 1. A water pump 9 is fixed at the bottom of the control box 3. The input end of the water pump 9 is connected to the water storage container 4, so that the water inside the water storage container 4 can be drawn. The output end of the water pump 9 is connected to the other end of the water supply pipe, so that the water pump 9 can transport the drawn water through the water supply pipe into the watering nozzle 7, and water the green plants inside the cultivation pot 2 through the watering nozzle 7.
[0027] A microcontroller 8 is fixed at the top inside the control box 3, and the microcontroller 8 is connected to the water pump 9 via a signal line. The microcontroller 8 controls the operation of the water pump 9. A soil moisture sensor 5 is connected to one side of the microcontroller 8 via a first signal line. The soil moisture sensor 5 is located inside the cultivation pot 2. The soil moisture sensor 5 is extended into the cultivation pot 2 through the support arm of the flower rack 1. The soil moisture sensor 5 is then installed in the soil inside the cultivation pot 2. The soil moisture sensor 5 detects the moisture in the soil and transmits the detection result to the microcontroller 8.
[0028] One side of the microcontroller 8 is also connected to a bottom humidity sensor 6 via a second signal line. The bottom humidity sensor 6 is located between the cultivation pot 2 and the base. The bottom humidity sensor 6 detects the humidity at the bottom of the cultivation pot 2 and transmits the detection result to the microcontroller 8. The soil humidity sensor 5 and the bottom humidity sensor 6 monitor the plant's growth environment. The microcontroller 8 receives data from a remote server to analyze and formulate corresponding watering strategies to ensure the plant reaches its optimal growth state. One end of the microcontroller 8 is connected to a power supply 10 via a wire. The power supply 10 is electrically connected to the soil humidity sensor 5, the bottom humidity sensor 6, and the water pump 9 via wires. Thus, the power supply 10 provides power to the soil humidity sensor 5, the bottom humidity sensor 6, the microcontroller 8, and the water pump 9.
[0029] In this embodiment, the soil moisture sensor 5 is equipped with a humidity threshold. When the soil moisture in the cultivation pot 2 reaches the humidity threshold set inside the soil moisture sensor 5, it indicates that watering is required. At the same time, the detection of the humidity sensor 6 at the bottom of the pot determines whether to stop watering, which is to assist in the calculation and judgment of the amount of water to be watered.
[0030] In this embodiment, the power source 10 is a storage battery. In other embodiments, the power source 10 may also be a charging head, used to provide power after being plugged in.
[0031] The microcontroller 8 is equipped with an IoT communication module and a Beidou satellite positioning module. The IoT communication module is located on one side of the Beidou satellite positioning module. The IoT communication module receives data from a remote server to analyze and formulate corresponding watering strategies. The Beidou satellite positioning module is used to locate the watering device. This allows the microcontroller 8 to make intelligent judgments and decisions based on the values read by the soil moisture sensor 5 and the pot bottom moisture sensor 6. It can also receive data from the remote server through the IoT communication module to analyze and formulate corresponding watering strategies, thereby sending corresponding signals to the water pump 9 to control the water pump 9 to pump water and water the cultivation pot 2. This achieves automated and intelligent watering of potted plants. The system also has a corresponding backend and mobile application, making it very convenient to water the cultivation pot 2.
[0032] In this embodiment, the microcontroller 8 calculates the watering strategy, including the watering threshold, watering amount, and watering time period in advance. Specifically, the relevant watering data for the potted plants that need to be watered can be queried online.
[0033] The intelligent watering device for potted plants provided by this utility model is used as follows: When in use, place the flower stand 1 indoors, then place the base on top of the flower stand 1 for easy viewing, and place the water storage container 4 at the bottom of the flower stand 1 to facilitate adding water to the container. Then, place the control box 3 on the flower stand 1, positioned on top of the water storage container 4. Next, place the pot bottom humidity sensor 6, connected to the control box 3 via a second signal line, on the base. Then, place the cultivation pot 2 containing the potted plant on the base, positioned on top of the pot bottom humidity sensor 6, allowing the sensor to detect the humidity at the bottom of the cultivation pot 2. Finally, place the soil moisture sensor 5, connected to the control box 3 via a first signal line, around the flower stand 1 and insert it into the cultivation pot 2. In the soil, the moisture content of the soil in the cultivation pot 2 is detected, and the watering nozzle 7 connected to the water pump 9 is also placed inside the top of the cultivation pot 2. Then, the microcontroller 8 makes intelligent judgments and decisions based on the values read by the soil moisture sensor 5 and the bottom moisture sensor 6. It can also receive analysis from the remote server through the Internet of Things communication module to formulate corresponding watering strategies. When the soil moisture sensor 5 detects that the moisture content has reached the watering threshold, the microcontroller 8 sends a corresponding signal to the water pump 9 according to the pre-calculated watering strategy, watering threshold, watering amount, and watering time period. The water pump 9 is powered on to draw water from the water storage container 4 and deliver it into the watering nozzle 7. Then, the watering nozzle 7 waters the corresponding cultivation pot 2. The bottom moisture sensor 6 assists in calculating the amount of water used.
[0034] The preferred embodiments of this utility model disclosed above are merely illustrative of the present utility model. These preferred embodiments do not exhaustively describe all details, nor do they limit the present utility model to the specific implementations described. Clearly, many modifications and variations can be made based on the content of this specification. This specification selects and specifically describes these embodiments to better explain the principles and practical applications of the present utility model, thereby enabling those skilled in the art to better understand and utilize it. The present utility model is limited only by the claims and their full scope and equivalents.
Claims
1. An intelligent watering device for potted plants, characterized in that, The device includes a flower stand (1), with bases evenly distributed on the top of the flower stand (1), and a cultivation pot (2) placed on the top of the base. A water pipe is fixed to one side of the flower stand (1), and a watering nozzle (7) is fixed to one end of the water pipe. The watering nozzle (7) is located at the top inside the cultivation pot (2). A control box (3) is placed on the flower stand (1), and a microcontroller (8) is fixed to the top inside the control box (3). A soil moisture sensor (5) is connected to one side of the microcontroller (8) through a first signal line, and the soil moisture sensor (5) is located inside the cultivation pot (2).
2. The intelligent watering device for potted plants according to claim 1, characterized in that, A water storage container (4) is fixed to the bottom of the flower stand (1).
3. The intelligent watering device for potted plants according to claim 2, characterized in that, A water pump (9) is fixed at the bottom inside the control box (3). The microcontroller (8) is connected to the water pump (9) via a signal line. The input end of the water pump (9) is connected to the water storage container (4), and the output end of the water pump (9) is connected to the other end of the water delivery pipe.
4. The intelligent watering device for potted plants according to claim 1, characterized in that, The microcontroller (8) is also connected to a bottom humidity sensor (6) via a second signal line on one side, and the bottom humidity sensor (6) is located between the cultivation pot (2) and the base.
5. The intelligent watering device for potted plants according to claim 4, characterized in that, One end of the microcontroller (8) is connected to a power supply (10) via a wire, and the power supply (10) is electrically connected to the soil moisture sensor (5), the pot bottom moisture sensor (6), and the water pump (9) via wires.
6. The intelligent watering device for potted plants according to claim 1, characterized in that, The microcontroller (8) is equipped with an Internet of Things (IoT) communication module and a BeiDou satellite positioning module. Furthermore, the IoT communication module is located on one side of the BeiDou satellite positioning module.