Water maze platform suitable for tree shrew

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of animal behavior experiment equipment, and provides a water maze platform suitable for tree shrews, which comprises a transparent acrylic material platform, a waterproof shell, a lifting device and an intelligent detection control system. The platform adapts to the body type of the tree shrew; an attitude sensor is arranged at the bottom of the platform and communicates with a control circuit board through a waterproof connecting line, the load change of the platform is detected in real time, the lifting device is controlled to slowly jack the platform for a period of time and then automatically reset, and lifting time data are synchronously transmitted to a terminal through a wireless transmission module. The lifting device adopts a screw rod to drive a sleeve to drive the platform to lift, and the waterproof effect of the device is ensured by combining an oil seal in a waterproof shell and a thread sealing design; #-shaped grooves or raised lines are arranged on the surface of the platform so as to enhance friction force and regional identifiability. Through the platform lifting triggered by animal behaviors, the problems that a traditional water maze platform is poor in adaptability to tree shrews and lacks intelligent interaction are solved, and the experiment efficiency and precision are remarkably improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of experimental equipment for animal behavior, and in particular to a water maze platform suitable for tree shrews. Background Technology

[0002] Water maze experiments are widely used in research fields such as cognition, memory, and neurological disorders, and are commonly used with rodents such as mice and rats. However, traditional water maze platforms are mainly designed for larger animals and are not suitable for smaller animals with different movement characteristics, such as tree shrews. In addition, traditional platforms usually cannot dynamically reflect animal behavior and lack intelligent detection and interactive functions, which reduces experimental efficiency and accuracy.

[0003] Therefore, this invention proposes a water maze platform suitable for tree shrews to improve experimental efficiency and accuracy. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to address the shortcomings of existing technologies and provide a water maze platform suitable for tree shrews, thereby improving experimental efficiency and accuracy.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0006] A water maze platform suitable for tree shrews includes: a platform, a waterproof shell, a lifting device disposed between the platform and the waterproof shell, an attitude sensor disposed at the bottom of the platform, a control circuit board and a battery disposed inside the waterproof shell. The control circuit board is electrically connected to the attitude sensor, the lifting device and the battery respectively. A wireless communication module is also connected to the control circuit board. The attitude sensor is covered with a waterproof shell. The attitude sensor and the control circuit board are connected through a waterproof connecting cable.

[0007] Preferably, the lifting device includes: a sleeve located at the center of the bottom of the platform, a lead screw sleeved with the sleeve, a lead screw motor, and a limiting rod arranged parallel to the lead screw; the inner diameter of the sleeve is larger than the outer diameter of the lead screw, a nut is provided at the bottom of the sleeve, the inner wall of the nut engages with the lead screw, a limiting block is provided on the outer side of the nut, and the unused end of the limiting block is sleeved with the limiting rod; the bottom of the lead screw has a smooth section that passes through the waterproof shell, the lead screw is driven by the lead screw motor, and the lead screw motor is electrically connected to the control circuit board.

[0008] Preferably, the waterproof shell is a cylindrical cavity with an open bottom. A lead screw outlet is provided at the center of the top of the waterproof shell. A motor mounting seat is provided inside the lead screw outlet. A sealing seat is integrally provided outside the lead screw outlet. The sealing seat is annular. A groove is provided in the inner ring of the sealing seat. A bearing and an oil seal are respectively provided in the groove from bottom to top. The smooth section at the bottom of the lead screw passes through the oil seal and the bearing in sequence.

[0009] Preferably, the waterproof shell has an internal thread on its bottom inner wall and an external thread that matches the internal thread on its bottom plate outer wall.

[0010] Preferably, the top of the waterproof housing is provided with a circuit board mounting base and a battery mounting base.

[0011] Preferably, the upper surface of the platform is provided with a plurality of alternating horizontal and vertical grooves.

[0012] Preferably, the wireless communication module is a Bluetooth module.

[0013] Preferably, the waterproof connecting wire passes through the waterproof housing and the connecting hole provided on the waterproof housing to connect the attitude sensor and the control circuit board, and a waterproof rubber ring is provided between the waterproof connecting wire and the waterproof housing and the waterproof housing.

[0014] Preferably, the attitude sensor is an MPU-6050 sensor, and the control circuit board is an STM32 microcontroller.

[0015] This utility model discloses a water maze platform suitable for tree shrews, which has the following beneficial effects.

[0016] This invention comprises a transparent acrylic platform, a waterproof shell, a lifting device, and an intelligent detection and control system. The platform has a diameter of 20 cm and a thickness of 0.7 cm, adapted to the body shape of a tree shrew. An MPU-6050 attitude sensor is installed at the bottom of the platform, communicating with the control circuit board via a waterproof cable to detect changes in platform load in real time. The lifting device then slowly raises the platform by 1.5-2 cm and holds for 30 seconds before automatically resetting, simultaneously transmitting the lifting time data to the terminal via a wireless transmission module. The lifting device uses a lead screw drive sleeve to move the platform up and down. Combined with an oil seal and threaded sealing design within the waterproof shell, the device's waterproof effect is ensured. The platform surface features a grid-shaped groove or raised texture to enhance friction and area recognition. This animal behavior-triggered platform lifting solves the problems of poor adaptability to tree shrews and lack of intelligent interaction in traditional water maze platforms, significantly improving experimental efficiency and accuracy. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the platform of this utility model at its lowest point.

[0018] Figure 2 This is a front view of the platform of this utility model at its lowest point.

[0019] Figure 3 for Figure 2 Schematic diagram of the cross-section.

[0020] Figure 4 This is a structural diagram of the platform of this utility model at its highest point.

[0021] Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional view of the platform of this utility model at its highest point.

[0022] Figure 6 for Figure 3 A magnified view of a portion of point A in the middle.

[0023] Figure 7 for Figure 3 A magnified view of a portion of point B in the middle.

[0024] Figure 8 for Figure 3 A magnified view of a portion of point C.

[0025] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the electrical connection of this utility model.

[0026] In the attached diagram: 1. Platform; 2. Sleeve; 201. Nut; 202. Limiting block; 3. Lead screw; 4. Lead screw motor; 5. Waterproof housing; 501. Motor mounting base; 502. Circuit board mounting base; 503. Battery mounting base; 504. Lead screw outlet; 505. Sealing seat; 506. Bearing; 507. Oil seal; 6. Limiting rod; 7. Battery; 8. Control circuit board; 9. Attitude sensor; 901. Waterproof housing; 10. Waterproof connecting cable; 11. Waterproof rubber ring; 12. Wireless communication module. Detailed Implementation

[0027] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of the present utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments.

[0028] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. Example 1

[0029] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 4 , Figure 9As shown, a water maze platform 1 suitable for tree shrews is provided. The platform 1 comprises a waterproof shell 5, a lifting device located between the platform 1 and the waterproof shell 5, an attitude sensor 9 located at the bottom of the platform 1, a control circuit board 8 located inside the waterproof shell 5, and a battery 7. The control circuit board 8 is electrically connected to the attitude sensor 9, the lifting device, and the battery 7. A wireless communication module 12 is also connected to the control circuit board 8. The attitude sensor 9 is externally protected by a waterproof shell 901, and the attitude sensor 9 is connected to the control circuit board 8 via a waterproof connecting cable 10. In this embodiment, the platform 1 has a diameter of approximately 20 cm and a thickness of 0.7 cm. Tree shrews are 25-40 cm long and weigh 120-250 grams when fully grown; therefore, a 20 cm circular platform 1 with a thickness of 0.7 cm is chosen. To reduce the weight of the platform 1 while ensuring load-bearing capacity, and to better conceal the platform 1, the platform 1 is made of transparent acrylic material.

[0030] Preferably, in this embodiment, the attitude sensor 9 is an MPU-6050 sensor, and the control circuit board 8 is an STM32 microcontroller. The MPU-6050 communicates with the STM32 via the I2C bus. After the MPU-6050 sensor senses a change in the load of the platform 1 and the load change value exceeds a set threshold, the STM32 microcontroller controls the lifting device to lift the platform 1 upward. In this embodiment, the load threshold is more than 100g. In this embodiment, the lifting height of the platform 1 is 1.5-2 cm, and the lifting time of the platform 1 is 2-3 seconds to avoid startling the animals. At the same time, the STM32 microcontroller transmits the lifting time to the host computer or mobile phone through the wireless module.

[0031] Specifically, in this embodiment, the workflow of a water maze platform 1 suitable for tree shrews consists of four steps: detection, control, execution, and feedback. Detection: After the tree shrew climbs onto platform 1, the MPU6050 sensor detects changes in Z-axis acceleration or load. When the load changes to 100g, the control is activated. Control: The microcontroller receives the signal from the MPU6050 sensor and triggers the lifting logic of the lifting device. Execution: The STM32 microcontroller drives the lifting device to slowly raise platform 1. Feedback: When platform 1 rises to a preset position, the STM32 microcontroller keeps platform 1 in the raised state and records the lifting time, transmitting it to a host computer or mobile phone via a wireless module. Simultaneously, 30 seconds after platform 1 rises to the preset position, platform 1 descends to the initial position, and the descent time is recorded and transmitted to a host computer or mobile phone via a wireless module. Setting platform 1 to descend 30 seconds after rising to the preset position is to allow the animal to adapt to and become familiar with the position of platform 1.

[0032] Preferably, in this embodiment, the wireless communication module 12 is a Bluetooth module, specifically a BLE 5.0 module, and the Bluetooth module uses the GTT protocol. Example 2

[0033] Based on Example 1, refer to Figures 1 to 8 Preferably, in this embodiment, the lifting device includes: a sleeve 2 located at the center of the bottom of the platform 1, a lead screw 3 sleeved with the sleeve 2, a lead screw motor 4, and a limiting rod 6 arranged parallel to the lead screw 3; the inner diameter of the sleeve 2 is larger than the outer diameter of the lead screw 3, a lead screw nut 201 is provided at the bottom of the sleeve 2, the inner wall of the lead screw nut 201 engages with the lead screw 3, a limiting block 202 is provided on the outer side of the lead screw nut 201, and the empty end of the limiting block 202 is sleeved with the limiting rod 6; the bottom of the lead screw 3 has a smooth section that passes through the waterproof shell 5, and the lead screw 3 is driven by the lead screw motor 4, which is electrically connected to the control circuit board 8; during lifting, the lead screw motor 4 rotates forward and backward under the control of the STM32 microcontroller, thereby driving the lead screw to rotate forward and backward, and the lifting of the platform 1 is realized through the cooperation of the lead screw nut 201 and the limiting rod 6; as another option, the lead screw 3 and the lead screw motor 4 can be connected by a coupling, that is, the lead screw 3 and the output shaft of the lead screw motor 4 are coaxially connected by a coupling.

[0034] Preferably, in this embodiment, the waterproof shell 5 is a cylindrical cavity with an open bottom. A lead screw outlet 504 is provided at the center of the top of the waterproof shell 5. A motor mounting seat 501 is provided inside the lead screw outlet 504. A sealing seat 505 is integrally provided on the outside of the lead screw outlet 504. The sealing seat 505 is annular. A groove is provided in the inner ring of the sealing seat 505. A bearing 506 and an oil seal 507 are respectively provided in the groove from bottom to top. The smooth section at the bottom of the lead screw 3 passes through the oil seal 507 and the bearing 506 in sequence. The oil seal 507 prevents water from entering the waterproof shell 5.

[0035] Preferably, in this embodiment, the inner wall of the bottom of the waterproof shell 5 is provided with an internal thread, and the outer wall of the bottom plate of the waterproof shell 5 is provided with an external thread that matches the internal thread, thereby improving the waterproof effect through the threaded connection.

[0036] Preferably, in this embodiment, the top of the waterproof housing 5 is provided with a circuit board mounting base 502 and a battery mounting base 503, and the corresponding control circuit board 8 and battery are mounted on the circuit board mounting base 502 and the battery mounting base 503 by bolts. Example 3

[0037] Based on Example 1, such as Figure 3 , Figure 7 and Figure 8 As shown, preferably, in this embodiment, the upper surface of platform 1 is provided with several alternating horizontal and vertical grooves. Specifically, in this embodiment, the upper surface of platform 1 has a grid-shaped raised pattern or grooves, with the raised pattern height being 0.2 cm and the groove depth being 0.2 cm, in order to increase friction and area identification.

[0038] Preferably, in this embodiment, the waterproof connecting wire 10 passes through the connecting holes provided on the waterproof housing 901 and the waterproof housing 5 to connect the attitude sensor 9 and the control circuit board 8, and a waterproof rubber ring 11 is provided between the waterproof connecting wire 10 and the waterproof housing 901 and the waterproof housing 5.

[0039] The above are merely preferred embodiments of this utility model, but the scope of protection of this utility model is not limited thereto. Substitutions may include replacements for some structures, devices, or method steps, or they may be complete technical solutions. Equivalent substitutions or modifications made based on the technical solution and inventive concept of this utility model should all be covered within the scope of protection of this utility model.

Claims

1. A water maze platform (1) suitable for tree shrews, characterized in that, include: Platform (1), waterproof shell (5), lifting device between platform (1) and waterproof shell (5), attitude sensor (9) at the bottom of platform (1), control circuit board (8) and battery (7) inside waterproof shell (5), the control circuit board (8) is electrically connected to attitude sensor (9), lifting device and battery (7) respectively, and a wireless communication module (12) is also connected to the control circuit board (8). The attitude sensor (9) is provided with a waterproof shell (901), and the attitude sensor (9) and control circuit board (8) are connected by a waterproof connecting line (10).

2. The water maze platform (1) suitable for tree shrews according to claim 1, characterized in that, The lifting device includes: a sleeve (2) located at the center of the bottom of the platform (1), a lead screw (3) sleeved with the sleeve (2), a lead screw motor (4), and a limiting rod (6) arranged parallel to the lead screw (3); the inner diameter of the sleeve (2) is larger than the outer diameter of the lead screw (3), the bottom of the sleeve (2) is provided with a lead screw nut (201), the inner wall of the lead screw nut (201) meshes with the lead screw (3), the outer side of the lead screw nut (201) is provided with a limiting block (202), the empty end of the limiting block (202) is sleeved with the limiting rod (6); the bottom of the lead screw (3) is provided with a smooth section, the smooth section passes through the waterproof shell (5), the lead screw (3) is driven by the lead screw motor (4), and the lead screw motor (4) is electrically connected to the control circuit board (8).

3. The water maze platform (1) suitable for tree shrews according to claim 2, characterized in that, The waterproof shell (5) is a cylindrical cavity with an open bottom. The top center of the waterproof shell (5) is provided with a screw outlet (504). The inner side of the screw outlet (504) is provided with a motor mounting seat (501). The outer side of the screw outlet (504) is provided with a sealing seat (505). The sealing seat (505) is annular. The inner ring of the sealing seat (505) is provided with a groove. The groove is provided with a bearing (506) and an oil seal (507) from bottom to top. The smooth section at the bottom of the screw (3) passes through the oil seal (507) and the bearing (506) in sequence.

4. The water maze platform (1) suitable for tree shrews according to claim 3, characterized in that, The waterproof shell (5) has an internal thread on its bottom inner wall and an external thread matching the internal thread on its bottom plate outer wall.

5. A water maze platform (1) suitable for tree shrews according to claim 3, characterized in that, The top of the waterproof housing (5) is provided with a circuit board mounting base (502) and a battery mounting base (503).

6. A water maze platform (1) suitable for tree shrews according to claim 1, characterized in that, The upper surface of the platform (1) is provided with several alternating horizontal and vertical grooves.

7. A water maze platform (1) suitable for tree shrews according to claim 1, characterized in that, The wireless communication module (12) is a Bluetooth module.

8. A water maze platform (1) suitable for tree shrews according to claim 1, characterized in that, The waterproof connecting line (10) passes through the waterproof housing (901) and the connecting hole provided on the waterproof housing (5) to connect the attitude sensor (9) and the control circuit board (8). A waterproof rubber ring (11) is provided between the waterproof connecting line (10) and the waterproof housing (901) and the waterproof housing (5).

9. A water maze platform (1) suitable for tree shrews according to claim 1, characterized in that, The attitude sensor (9) is an MPU-6050 sensor, and the control circuit board (8) is an STM32 microcontroller.

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