Beehive titration filling device and system

Abstract

The utility model discloses a beehive titration filling device and a beehive titration filling system. The beehive titration filling device comprises a titration box, a liquid storage box, a main hose and a peristaltic pump. A track is arranged on the outer surface of the titration box; the liquid storage box is provided with a storage cavity and is in sliding connection with the track; one end of the main hose communicates with the storage cavity, and the other end of the main hose penetrates through the containing cavity. And the peristaltic pump is detachably connected with the main hose. The liquid flow and the titration speed can be accurately controlled through the peristaltic pump, and the filling accuracy is ensured. The liquid storage box can be moved out conveniently through sliding, and liquid adding or replacing operation can be completed conveniently. The main hose is detachable, and different fluids can be easily replaced and treated by replacing the main hose so as to cope with different filling scenes of medicament filling and auxiliary material feeding filling.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of beekeeping technology, specifically to a beehive titration and dispensing device and system. Background Technology

[0002] Beekeeping is an indispensable and important part of modern agriculture. At the same time, due to the low technological content, relatively backward production models, and insufficient modernization level of the bee industry, my country lags far behind other countries in the development and utilization of bee products.

[0003] In beekeeping, Varroa mites are a significant parasite for bees, leading to weakened immunity, weight loss, and reduced productivity. Researching and developing effective mite control systems is a crucial issue in beekeeping. Various methods exist for controlling Varroa mites, but using natural chemicals (such as organic acids) is an eco-friendly approach for bee colonies. Feeding the bee colony is also an important aspect of daily colony management. Traditionally, both the application of acaricides and the feeding of bee colonies are done manually, resulting in high labor intensity for beekeepers, difficulty in controlling the dosage, and frequent disruption to the colony's living and reproductive environment.

[0004] In summary, existing methods for administering medications and feeding bee colonies suffer from technical problems such as high labor intensity, difficulty in controlling dosage, and frequent disturbance to bee colonies. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this application is to overcome the above-mentioned technical deficiencies and propose a beehive titration and dispensing device and system to solve the technical problems of high labor intensity, difficulty in controlling dosage, and frequent interference with bee colonies in the prior art.

[0006] To achieve the above-mentioned technical objectives, this application adopts the following technical solution:

[0007] In one aspect, this application provides a beehive titration and dispensing device, including a titration box, a liquid storage box, and a peristaltic pump.

[0008] A titration box having a receiving cavity and a track provided on the outer surface of the titration box;

[0009] A liquid storage box having a storage cavity, the liquid storage box being slidably connected to the track;

[0010] A main hose, one end of which communicates with the storage cavity, and the other end of which passes through the receiving cavity;

[0011] A peristaltic pump, which is detachably connected to the main hose.

[0012] In some embodiments of this application, a lid and a hinge are also included, with an opening at the top of the titration box. The lid is rotatably connected to the titration box via the hinge to cover and open the receiving cavity.

[0013] In some embodiments of this application, a snap fastener is also included, which is disposed on the side of the titration box.

[0014] In some embodiments of this application, a host computer, a control module, a temperature and humidity sensor, and a liquid level sensor are also included. The host computer is connected to the control module, the temperature and humidity sensor, and the liquid level sensor respectively. The control module is connected to the drive motor. The temperature and humidity sensor is installed on the outside of the titration box, and the liquid level sensor is installed on the inside of the storage cavity.

[0015] In some embodiments of this application, the peristaltic pump includes a drive motor, a roller, and a pump housing. The pump housing is placed in the receiving cavity and covers the outside of the roller and the main hose. The opposite sides of the main hose abut against the roller and the pump housing, respectively. The main hose communicates with the storage cavity, and the drive motor is drivenly connected to the roller.

[0016] In some embodiments of this application, the roller includes a disc and a plurality of roller cores. The disc is rotatably connected to the drive motor. The axis of the roller core is perpendicular to the disc and the roller core is eccentrically connected to the disc. The plurality of roller cores are evenly distributed on the disc in the circumferential direction.

[0017] In some embodiments of this application, the pump casing has a first interface and a second interface, the opening directions of the first interface and the second interface are the same, an arc-shaped flow channel is provided between the first interface and the second interface, and the main hose is sequentially inserted into the first interface, the arc-shaped flow channel and the second interface.

[0018] In some embodiments of this application, a plurality of pipe clamps are also included, with the plurality of pipe clamps being disposed at least inside the first interface and inside the second interface, and the main hose being clamped to the pipe clamps.

[0019] Secondly, this application also provides a beehive titration and dispensing system, including a beehive and a beehive titration and dispensing device as described in any embodiment of the first aspect, wherein the beehive titration and dispensing device is mounted on the side of the beehive, and the two ends of the main hose are respectively connected to the storage cavity and the interior of the beehive.

[0020] In some embodiments of this application, a multi-port adapter and multiple branch hoses are also included. The multi-port adapter is connected to the main hose and the multiple branch hoses respectively. The main hose is connected to different areas of the beehive through the multiple branch hoses respectively.

[0021] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial technical effects of the technical solution provided in this application include:

[0022] This application utilizes a peristaltic pump to precisely control the liquid flow rate and titration speed, ensuring accurate dosing. A sliding mechanism allows for easy removal of the reservoir, facilitating dosing or replacement. The main hose is detachable, allowing for easy switching to handle different fluids and addressing various dosing scenarios, including pharmaceutical and feed administration. Attached Figure Description

[0023] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in this application, the accompanying drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly described below:

[0024] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a beehive titration and dispensing device provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0025] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 A detailed top-down view;

[0026] Figure 3 yes Figure 3 Rear view detail;

[0027] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of a beehive titration and dispensing system provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0028] Figure label:

[0029] Titration box 1, box lid 11, hinge 12, snap fastener 13, liquid storage box 2, peristaltic pump 3, first interface 31, second interface 32, control module 4, beehive 5. Detailed Implementation

[0030] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this application clearer, the following detailed description is provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative and not intended to limit the scope of this application.

[0031] Those skilled in the art will understand that, in this specification, the term "comprising" is an open-ended expression, meaning that the stated feature is present but other features are excluded. Directional terms such as "upper," "lower," "left," and "right" refer to exemplary directions based on the accompanying drawings. Features specified as "first" or "second" implicitly include one or more of that feature. Singular expressions can also be used in plural forms. "Multiple" means two or more. The terms "installed," "connected," and "linked" can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection via an intermediate medium, and it can be a connection within two components. Furthermore, "linked" can include wireless connections.

[0032] The purpose of this application is to overcome the above-mentioned technical deficiencies and propose a beehive 5-titer dosing device and system to solve the technical problems of high labor intensity, difficulty in controlling dosage, and frequent interference with bee colonies in the prior art.

[0033] To achieve the above-mentioned technical objectives, this application adopts the following technical solution:

[0034] like Figures 1-3 As shown. In a first aspect, this application provides a beehive 5 titration dispensing device, including a titration box 1, a liquid storage box 2, and a peristaltic pump 3.

[0035] The titration box 1 has a receiving cavity. The liquid storage box 2 has a storage cavity.

[0036] The peristaltic pump 3 includes a drive motor, rollers, a main hose, and a pump housing. The pump housing is placed in the receiving cavity and covers the outside of the rollers and the main hose. The two opposite sides of the main hose abut against the rollers and the pump housing, respectively, and communicate with the storage cavity. The drive motor is driven by the rollers. The peristaltic pump 3 drives the rollers to rotate. The rollers and the pump housing compress the main hose. During the rotation of the rollers, the liquid at the rear end of the main hose area compressed by the rollers is pushed downstream. During the rotation of the rollers, the main hose area compressed by the rollers will return to a cylindrical shape after the rollers leave due to the elasticity of the main hose. The return of the main hose from the compressed state to the cylindrical state creates suction. Since the downstream is not conductive due to the compression by the rollers, this suction can only attract liquid from the upstream. Thus, through continuous rotation of the rollers, liquid is continuously drawn in from the inlet of the peristaltic pump 3 and discharged from the outlet of the peristaltic pump 3.

[0037] In this application, the peristaltic pump 3 achieves high-precision flow control and constant-volume filling by precisely controlling the roller speed and the main hose chamber volume. The peristaltic pump 3 periodically squeezes and fills the main hose through rotating rollers, forming a closed fluid chamber. As the rollers move, the liquid is directionally propelled, achieving complete isolation between the fluid and the pump. Changing the main hose allows for easy switching to handle different fluids. The peristaltic pump 3 has strong self-priming capability, is suitable for a very wide viscosity range, and is a positive displacement pump with stable flow. The system can be easily integrated into automated production lines or systems, reducing manual intervention and improving efficiency and consistency.

[0038] In some embodiments of this application, the roller includes a disc and a plurality of roller cores, the disc is rotatably connected to the drive motor, the axis of the roller cores is perpendicular to the disc and the roller cores are eccentrically connected to the disc.

[0039] The drive motor rotates, causing the impeller to rotate as well. Because the roller cores are eccentrically mounted on the impeller, each roller core's mounting point moves along the impeller's circumference as the impeller rotates. More importantly, the roller cores themselves also experience a wobbling motion due to their eccentric mounting. When the roller core rotates to the position of the main hose inside the pump casing, the wobbling motion caused by the eccentricity applies a periodic, non-uniform compressive force to the main hose. Specifically, at a certain angle of impeller rotation, the roller core may be furthest from the impeller center, exerting the greatest compressive force on the main hose; while at another angle, it may be closest to the impeller center, with the least compressive force or just away from the main hose. This periodic, wobbling compressive force also forms closed fluid chambers within the main hose, and as the impeller rotates, these chambers are pushed forward, thus achieving directional fluid transport.

[0040] In some embodiments of this application, the number of roller cores is three, and the three roller cores are evenly distributed circumferentially on the disc.

[0041] When one roller rotates to the position of the main hose inside the pump housing, its oscillating motion causes it to contact the inner wall of the main hose and apply pressure, flattening the main hose. Because the wheel rotates continuously, the next roller will then enter the main hose position and flatten the main hose again.

[0042] The three rollers are evenly distributed at 120-degree intervals, meaning they will sequentially press against the main hose at relatively constant time intervals. This continuous squeezing and releasing action generated by the oscillating rollers creates a series of moving "liquid plugs" (flattened and recovered portions) inside the main hose, thus pushing the fluid downstream.

[0043] Compared to single-roller or double-roller designs, the three-roller design provides a smoother flow with less pulsation. At the same rotational speed, a three-roller pump produces three squeezing actions per revolution, while a double-roller pump produces only two, and a single-roller pump only one. The smoother flow and more frequent negative pressure formation contribute to improved pump self-priming performance. The three rollers evenly distribute the force required to squeeze the main hose, resulting in a smoother load on the motor and drive system. The vector sum of the inertial forces of three evenly distributed eccentric masses during rotation is closer to equilibrium than that of two eccentric masses, helping to reduce vibration.

[0044] In some embodiments of this application, the pump casing has a first interface 31 and a second interface 32, the opening directions of the first interface 31 and the second interface 32 are the same, an arc-shaped flow channel is provided between the first interface 31 and the second interface 32, and the main hose is sequentially inserted into the first interface 31, the arc-shaped flow channel and the second interface 32.

[0045] Fluid flows into and fills the main hose inside the pump casing. The main hose enters the pump casing through the first port 31. The drive motor rotates the impeller and roller core. The roller core periodically rolls and compresses the main hose. When the roller core passes over the main hose, it flattens the hose at that point, forcing the fluid to move forward and forming a "liquid plug". When the roller core leaves, the flattened main hose returns to its original shape due to its elasticity, forming a low-pressure zone to prepare for the entry of subsequent fluid. With the continuous rotation and compression of the roller core, the "liquid plugs" in the main hose are pushed downstream one after another. Because the main hose is laid along an arc-shaped flow channel, the fluid's movement path also bends with the shape of the main hose. The pushed fluid finally leaves the pump casing through the second port 32, completing the delivery.

[0046] In some embodiments of this application, a plurality of pipe clamps are also included, with the plurality of pipe clamps being disposed at least inside the first interface 31 and inside the second interface 32, and the main hose being clamped to the pipe clamps.

[0047] When the main hose is inserted into the first port 31, its outer diameter contacts the hose clamp. The inner wall of the hose clamp matches the outer surface of the main hose, and the main hose is engaged with the hose clamp. The hose clamp applies sufficient pressure to secure the main hose to the inner wall of the port, preventing axial movement or radial wobble at the port. The hose clamp helps to precisely position the main hose at the center of the port and subsequent flow path.

[0048] Pipe clamps ensure that the main hose is securely fixed to the pump housing interface, preventing it from easily slipping out even during pump operation under vibration or fluid pulsation. Pipe clamps also help to precisely position the main hose at the center of the interface and the curved flow channel, ensuring that the rollers can stably and evenly compress the central portion of the main hose, rather than eccentrically, thus guaranteeing stable flow and extending the main hose's lifespan.

[0049] In some embodiments of this application, the liquid storage box 2 is located below the titration box 1, and the liquid storage box 2 is slidably connected to the titration box 1.

[0050] When it is necessary to add new titrant to or replace reservoir 2, the operator can easily access reservoir 2 or its internal container by sliding it away to complete the addition or replacement operation without moving or interrupting titration box 1 or the ongoing work. The sliding design also facilitates the removal of reservoir 2 for separate cleaning or maintenance.

[0051] Accordingly, the main dispensing hose is detachable, enabling quick replacement; this addresses different dispensing scenarios such as drug dispensing and feed supplement dispensing, and allows for rapid replacement of worn main hoses.

[0052] In some embodiments of this application, a lid 11 and a hinge 12 are also included. The upper opening of the titration box 1 is provided. The lid 11 is rotatably connected to the titration box 1 via the hinge 12 to cover and open the receiving cavity.

[0053] The lid 11 can be rotated relative to the titration box 1 around the connection point by the hinge 12, thereby opening the opening of the receiving cavity. When the operation is completed and it is necessary to protect the internal components, prevent dust from entering, maintain a specific environment (such as temperature and humidity), or ensure safety, the operator can rotate the lid 11 back to its original position to cover the opening of the titration box 1.

[0054] When closed, the lid 11 effectively protects the precision sensors, stirring system, heating elements, and other components inside the titration chamber 1 from dust, moisture, and contaminants, extending their service life. The closed lid 11 also helps maintain specific environmental conditions within the chamber, such as heat preservation, moisture retention, or dust-free conditions, which is crucial for certain titration processes requiring precise environmental control.

[0055] In some embodiments of this application, a buckle 13 is also included, which is disposed on the side of the titration box 1.

[0056] The titration box 1 has a mountain-shaped buckle 13 on its outer side, which is connected to the mountain-shaped buckle 13 of the beehive 5. This fixes a titration and dispensing device for the beehive 5 to the side of the beehive 5, achieving seamless integration with the traditional beehive 5 and good compatibility with the existing beehive 5 system.

[0057] In some embodiments of this application, a host computer, a control module 4, a temperature and humidity sensor, and a liquid level sensor are also included. The host computer is connected to the control module 4, the temperature and humidity sensor, and the liquid level sensor respectively. The control module 4 is connected to the drive motor. The temperature and humidity sensor is installed on the outside of the titration box, and the liquid level sensor is installed on the inside of the storage cavity.

[0058] The control module 4 can employ a microcontroller system, using the peristaltic pump 3 as the actuator, to achieve automatic low-flow-rate titration with adjustable dosing volume and cycle. Temperature and humidity sensors collect ambient temperature and humidity data, while a liquid level sensor collects liquid level data from the storage chamber, transmitting the data to a host computer. The user terminal reads the ambient temperature and humidity data, as well as the amount of liquid in the storage chamber, from the host computer. Simultaneously, it transmits the set titration cycle and dosing volume to the microcontroller, which then drives the peristaltic pump 3 via a motor drive module, thereby achieving precise control of the titration device.

[0059] like Figure 4As shown. In a second aspect, this application also provides a beehive 5 titration and dispensing system, including a beehive 5 and a beehive 5 titration and dispensing device as described in any embodiment of the first aspect, wherein the beehive 5 titration and dispensing device is mounted on the side of the beehive 5, and the two ends of the main hose are respectively connected to the storage cavity and the interior of the beehive 5.

[0060] The device is independently packaged and used externally. It is seamlessly integrated with the traditional beehive 5. It uses a peristaltic pump 3 as the actuator to draw medicine and auxiliary materials from the liquid storage box 2 into the beehive 5 through the main hose.

[0061] In some embodiments of this application, a multi-port adapter and multiple branch hoses are also included. The multi-port adapter is connected to the main hose and the multiple branch hoses respectively. The main hose is connected to different areas of the beehive through the multiple branch hoses respectively.

[0062] The liquid is stored in a reservoir and delivered via a main hose and a peristaltic pump. The main hose connects to a multi-way adapter, which then distributes the liquid to multiple branch hoses. Each branch hose connects to a different area of ​​the hive (e.g., different locations on the honeycomb, multiple corners of the hive, etc.).

[0063] Optionally, multiple valves can be installed on the multi-port adapter, with each valve controlling the opening and closing of a branch hose to achieve precise filling of different areas of the beehive.

[0064] Using multiple branch hoses, liquids can be precisely injected into specific areas of the beehive, meeting more refined beekeeping needs, such as localized medication and targeted feeding. Liquids can be injected into multiple areas of the beehive simultaneously, resulting in more even distribution and improved injection efficiency. By selecting different combinations of branch hoses, various injection schemes can be implemented to adapt to different beehive structures and beekeeping management methods. Simultaneous injection into multiple areas is more efficient than traditional single-point injection methods, saving time and manpower.

[0065] This device uses a peristaltic pump 3 as the actuator. The control module 4 precisely controls the pump head speed by controlling the motor, thereby precisely controlling the liquid injection volume. The liquid only contacts the inner wall of the main hose, and the pump body is completely isolated from the liquid, avoiding cross-contamination (e.g., no pump body cleaning is required when switching between formic acid and excipients). The flexible compression delivery method of the main hose does not damage the liquid composition, and the main hose can be quickly replaced, enabling multi-functional dispensing applications such as mite removal agents and feeding supplements. A liquid storage box 2 is designed on the lower side of the titration box 1. The liquid storage box 2 can move back and forth for easy addition of medicines and excipients. The top of the titration box 1 is connected to the box cover 11 via a hinge 12, and the box cover 11 has an eaves design. The outside of the titration box 1 is equipped with a mountain-shaped buckle 13 that connects to the mountain-shaped buckle 13 of the beehive 5. A beehive 5 titration dispensing device is fixed to the side of the beehive 5, achieving seamless integration with the traditional beehive 5.

[0066] This device employs a remotely controlled peristaltic pump 3 for precise dispensing. The peristaltic pump 3 periodically squeezes the main dispensing hose through rotating rollers, forming a closed fluid chamber. As the rollers move, the liquid is directionally propelled, achieving precise dispensing. The peristaltic pump 3 is suitable for viscosities ranging from 0.1 to 5000 cP, meeting the requirements for multi-functional dispensing applications. The liquid storage box 2 on the lower side of the device can move back and forth, facilitating the addition of medications and excipients, enabling multi-functional dispensing applications such as acaricides and feed supplements. The device has a U-shaped buckle 13 on its outer side that connects to the beehive 5, fixing the beehive 5 dosing dispensing device to the side of the beehive 5, achieving seamless integration with the traditional beehive 5.

[0067] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial technical effects of the technical solution provided in this application include:

[0068] In this application, the peristaltic pump 3 achieves high-precision flow control and constant-volume filling by precisely controlling the roller speed and the main hose chamber volume. The peristaltic pump 3 periodically squeezes and fills the main hose through rotating rollers, forming a closed fluid chamber. As the rollers move, the liquid is directionally propelled, achieving complete isolation between the fluid and the pump. Changing the main hose allows for easy switching to handle different fluids. The peristaltic pump 3 has strong self-priming capability, is suitable for a very wide viscosity range, and is a positive displacement pump with stable flow. The system can be easily integrated into automated production lines or systems, reducing manual intervention and improving efficiency and consistency.

[0069] Those skilled in the art will understand that the steps, measures, and schemes in the various operations, methods, processes, and procedures discussed in this application can be alternated, modified, rearranged, decomposed, combined, or deleted.

[0070] The specific embodiments described above do not constitute a limitation on the scope of protection of this application. Any other corresponding changes and modifications made based on the technical concept of this application should be included within the scope of protection of the claims of this application.

Claims

1. A hive titration filling device, characterized in that, include: A titration box having a receiving cavity and a track provided on the outer surface of the titration box; A liquid storage box having a storage cavity, the liquid storage box being slidably connected to the track; A main hose, one end of which communicates with the storage cavity, and the other end of which passes through the receiving cavity; A peristaltic pump, which is detachably connected to the main hose.

2. The hive titration filler device of claim 1, wherein, It also includes a lid and a hinge, with an opening at the top of the titration box. The lid is rotatably connected to the titration box via the hinge to cover and open the receiving cavity.

3. The hive titration filler device of claim 1, wherein, It also includes a snap fastener, which is disposed on the side of the titration box.

4. The beehive titration and dispensing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The peristaltic pump includes a drive motor, a roller, and a pump housing. The pump housing is placed in the receiving cavity and covers the outside of the roller and the main hose. The opposite sides of the main hose abut against the roller and the pump housing, respectively. The main hose is connected to the storage cavity. The drive motor is drivenly connected to the roller.

5. The hive titration filler device of claim 4, wherein, It also includes a host computer, a control module, a temperature and humidity sensor, and a liquid level sensor. The host computer is connected to the control module, the temperature and humidity sensor, and the liquid level sensor respectively. The control module is connected to the drive motor. The temperature and humidity sensor is installed on the outside of the titration box, and the liquid level sensor is installed on the inside of the storage cavity.

6. The hive titration filler device of claim 4, wherein, The roller includes a disc and multiple roller cores. The disc is rotatably connected to the drive motor. The axis of the roller core is perpendicular to the disc and the roller core is eccentrically connected to the disc. The multiple roller cores are evenly distributed on the disc in the circumferential direction.

7. The hive titration filler device of claim 6, wherein, The pump casing has a first interface and a second interface, the opening directions of the first interface and the second interface are the same, and an arc-shaped flow channel is provided between the first interface and the second interface. The main hose is sequentially inserted into the first interface, the arc-shaped flow channel and the second interface.

8. The hive titration filler device of claim 7, wherein, It also includes multiple pipe clamps, with at least one pipe clamp located inside the first interface and the second interface, and the main hose is clamped to the pipe clamp.

9. A hive titration filling system characterized by, The device includes a beehive and a beehive titration and dispensing device as described in any one of claims 1 to 8, wherein the beehive titration and dispensing device is mounted on the side of the beehive, and the two ends of the main hose are respectively connected to the storage cavity and the interior of the beehive.

10. The hive titration filling system of claim 9, wherein, It also includes a multi-port adapter and multiple branch hoses, the multi-port adapter being connected to the main hose and the multiple branch hoses respectively, and the main hose being connected to different areas of the beehive through the multiple branch hoses respectively.

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