Soil detection device with replaceable probe

By designing a soil testing device with a multi-degree-of-freedom robotic arm and a detachable detection device, the problem of high cost and low efficiency of manual operation in existing technologies has been solved, realizing efficient and convenient soil testing that is suitable for various agricultural scenarios.

CN224176533UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-28SHANXI AGRI UNIV
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
SHANXI AGRI UNIV
Filing Date
2025-04-21
Publication Date
2026-04-28

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Technical Problem

Existing soil testing processes are manually operated, which is costly, inefficient, and difficult to adapt to the needs of various agricultural scenarios.

Method used

A soil testing device with replaceable probes was designed. It adopts a multi-degree-of-freedom robotic arm structure and a detachable detection device, combined with a central processor for data processing and transmission, to achieve automated testing.

Benefits of technology

It improves the efficiency and convenience of soil testing, reduces damage to the farmland environment, and can adapt to the needs of various agricultural activities, achieving efficient and convenient soil testing.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to detection equipment, in particular to a soil detection device with a replaceable probe, which comprises a bottom plate, a first mechanical arm, a second mechanical arm, a third mechanical arm, a detection device mounting frame and a detection device, one end of the third mechanical arm is connected to the bottom plate, the other end of the third mechanical arm is connected with one end of the second mechanical arm, the other end of the second mechanical arm is connected with one end of the first mechanical arm, and one end of the detection device mounting frame is connected to the other end of the first mechanical arm. The detection device mounting frame is suitable for rotating relative to the first mechanical arm, the first mechanical arm is suitable for rotating relative to the second mechanical arm, the second mechanical arm is suitable for rotating relative to the third mechanical arm, and the third mechanical arm is suitable for rotating relative to the bottom plate. And the detection device is detachably connected to the detection device mounting rack. The device is convenient and efficient to work, and can adapt to more agricultural scenes.
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Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to a testing device, and more particularly to a soil testing device with replaceable probes. Background Technology

[0002] In agricultural production, soil testing is necessary to understand the soil's condition. Soil testing includes a three-yearly soil condition test to provide data on heavy metal pollution, measuring pH, cation exchange capacity, and the levels of heavy metal ions such as cadmium, chromium, mercury, and arsenic. It also includes more frequent tests to provide reference parameters for fertilization activities, measuring the levels of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. This latter type of testing is more data-intensive and requires a larger volume of data. Current soil testing processes are manual, requiring significant manpower and exhibiting low efficiency. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide a soil testing device with replaceable probes that is convenient to use, efficient, and adaptable to more agricultural scenarios.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides a soil testing device with a replaceable probe, comprising a base plate, a first robotic arm, a second robotic arm, a third robotic arm, a detection device mounting frame, and a detection device. The base plate is movable. One end of the third robotic arm is connected to the base plate, and the other end is connected to one end of the second robotic arm. The other end of the second robotic arm is connected to one end of the first robotic arm. One end of the detection device mounting frame is connected to the other end of the first robotic arm. The detection device mounting frame is adapted to rotate relative to the first robotic arm. The first robotic arm is adapted to rotate relative to the second robotic arm. The second robotic arm is adapted to rotate relative to the third robotic arm. The third robotic arm is adapted to rotate relative to the base plate. The detection device is detachably connected to the detection device mounting frame and is used to detect soil conditions.

[0005] Furthermore, the other end of the mounting bracket of the detection device is a mounting end, and the two sides of the mounting end are respectively provided with a first protruding ridge, and the two sides of the detection device are respectively provided with a first groove. When the detection device is connected to the mounting end, one of the first protruding ridges is embedded in one of the first grooves.

[0006] Furthermore, it also includes a locking assembly, which comprises two telescopic buckles, two springs, and two unlocking buttons. The telescopic buckles are provided with a first inclined surface and a second inclined surface. The inner wall of the top plate of the mounting end is also provided with two guide grooves. Each of the two side plates of the mounting end has a mounting through hole. One telescopic buckle and one spring are disposed within one of the guide grooves. The telescopic buckle is connected to the mounting end via the spring. Each mounting through hole has an unlocking button, the end of which acts on one of the second inclined surfaces. The detection device is provided with... There are two mounting slots that mate with the telescopic buckle. Each mounting slot has an inclined surface that mates with the first inclined surface. During the process of the detection device sliding into the mounting end from one side, the detection device pushes up one side of the first inclined surface of the telescopic buckle, causing the telescopic buckle to move backward along the guide groove and compress the spring. After the detection device is pushed into place, the spring releases its elastic force, and the telescopic buckle pushes forward along the guide groove, with its end extending into the mounting slot. When the unlock button is pressed, the telescopic buckle retracts along the guide groove and exits from the mounting slot.

[0007] Furthermore, the inclination angles of both the first and second inclined planes are 45°.

[0008] Furthermore, it also includes a central processing unit. The detection device includes a housing and a detector. The first groove is disposed on the housing. The detector includes a probe, a data integration unit, and a data transmission line. The probe is connected to the bottom of the data integration unit. One end of the data transmission line is connected to the data integration unit, and the other end is connected to the central processing unit. The data integration unit is disposed inside the housing, and the probe is located outside the housing.

[0009] Furthermore, the housing includes a housing base plate and a housing cover plate, the housing cover plate and the housing base plate are detachable, and the first groove is respectively disposed at the end of the housing cover plate and the housing base plate away from the probe.

[0010] Furthermore, a second groove is provided on each of the two sides of the bottom plate of the housing, and a second protruding ridge is provided on each of the two sides of the cover plate of the housing. When the cover plate of the housing slides relative to the bottom plate of the housing, one of the second protruding ridges is embedded in one of the second grooves.

[0011] Furthermore, the end of the housing cover plate is provided with an elastic latch, and the end of the housing bottom plate is provided with a slot. When the housing cover plate slides into position relative to the housing bottom plate, the elastic latch engages in the slot.

[0012] Furthermore, it also includes multiple casters, which are located at the bottom of the base plate.

[0013] The soil testing device with replaceable probe of this invention has at least the following beneficial effects:

[0014] This utility model relates to a soil detection device with replaceable probes. Because the mounting frame of the detection device is adapted to rotate relative to a first robotic arm, the first robotic arm is adapted to rotate relative to a second robotic arm, the second robotic arm is adapted to rotate relative to a third robotic arm, and the third robotic arm is adapted to rotate relative to a base plate, the robotic arms have multiple degrees of freedom, enabling flexible movement in three-dimensional space. This makes the device convenient and efficient, adaptable to more agricultural scenarios, and minimizes damage to the natural growing environment of farmland during operation. Furthermore, the detection device is detachable, facilitating the replacement of different types of detectors to perform various agricultural activities and achieve efficient operation.

[0015] The soil testing device with replaceable probes of this utility model is described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a structural diagram of the soil testing device with replaceable probes according to this utility model;

[0017] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the detection device in the replaceable probe soil detection device of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of the detection device in the replaceable probe soil detection device of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional view of the mounting end in the soil testing device with replaceable probes according to this utility model. Detailed Implementation

[0020] like Figure 1As shown, this utility model discloses a soil testing device with a replaceable probe, comprising a base plate 01, a first robotic arm 11, a second robotic arm 12, a third robotic arm 13, a detection device mounting frame 02, and a detection device 03. The base plate 01 is movable. One end of the third robotic arm 13 is connected to the base plate 01, and the other end is connected to one end of the second robotic arm 12. The other end of the second robotic arm 12 is connected to one end of the first robotic arm 11. One end of the detection device mounting frame 02 is connected to the other end of the first robotic arm 11. The detection device mounting frame 02 is adapted to rotate relative to the first robotic arm 11, the first robotic arm 11 is adapted to rotate relative to the second robotic arm 12, the second robotic arm 12 is adapted to rotate relative to the third robotic arm 13, and the third robotic arm 13 is adapted to rotate relative to the base plate 01. The detection device 03 is detachably connected to the detection device mounting frame 02 and is used to detect soil conditions. Specifically, it also includes a robotic arm mounting frame 14, which is connected to the base plate 01, and the third robotic arm 13 is mounted on the robotic arm mounting frame 14. This invention relates to a soil testing device with replaceable probes. In use, the device is moved to a designated position via a base plate 01. The relative rotation of the first robotic arm 11, the second robotic arm 12, the third robotic arm 13, and the detection device mounting frame 02 causes the detection device 03 to penetrate the soil and conduct soil testing. Because the detection device mounting frame 02 is adapted to rotate relative to the first robotic arm 11, the first robotic arm 11 is adapted to rotate relative to the second robotic arm 12, the second robotic arm 12 is adapted to rotate relative to the third robotic arm 13, and the third robotic arm 13 is adapted to rotate relative to the base plate 01, the robotic arms have multiple degrees of freedom, enabling flexible movement in three-dimensional space. This makes the device convenient, efficient, and adaptable to various agricultural scenarios, minimizing damage to the natural growing environment of farmland during operation. Furthermore, the detection device 03 is detachable, facilitating the replacement of different types of detectors. For example, it can be fitted with a detector to guide fertilization activities or replaced with a detector to detect heavy metal ion pollution in the soil, enabling the execution of multiple agricultural activities and achieving efficient operation.

[0021] Optionally, such as Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 As shown, the other end of the detection device mounting bracket 02 is a mounting end 21. First protruding ridges 211 are respectively provided on both sides of the mounting end 21, and first grooves 34 are respectively provided on both sides of the detection device 03. When the detection device 03 is connected to the mounting end 21, one first protruding ridge 211 is embedded into one first groove 34. When the detection device 03 slides relative to the detection device mounting bracket 02, the first protruding ridges 211 are embedded into the first grooves 34, allowing the detection device 03 to precisely engage with the detection device mounting bracket 02 and enabling easy replacement of the detection device.

[0022] Optionally, it also includes a locking component 04, which includes two telescopic buckles 41, two springs 42, and two unlocking buttons 43. The telescopic buckles 41 are provided with a first inclined surface 411 and a second inclined surface 412. The inner wall of the top plate of the mounting end 21 is also provided with two guide grooves 212. Each of the two side plates of the mounting end 21 has a mounting through hole. A telescopic buckle 41 and a spring 42 are disposed within one guide groove 212. The telescopic buckle 41 is connected to the mounting end 21 via the spring 42. An unlocking button 43 is disposed within each mounting through hole. The end of one unlocking button 43 acts on a second inclined surface 412. The detector 03 has two mounting slots 33 that mate with the telescopic buckle 41. Each mounting slot 33 contains an inclined surface that mates with the first inclined surface 411. During the sliding insertion of the detector 03 into the mounting end 21 from one side, the detector 03 pushes up one side of the first inclined surface of the telescopic buckle 41, causing the telescopic buckle 41 to move backward along the guide groove 212 and compress the spring 42. After the detector 03 is pushed into place, the spring 42 releases its elastic force, and the telescopic buckle 41 pushes forward along the guide groove 212, with its end extending into the mounting slot 33. When the unlock button 43 is pressed, the telescopic buckle 41 retracts along the guide groove 212 and exits from the mounting slot 33. To unlock, the unlock button 43 must be pressed simultaneously to release the lock, preventing accidental locking and the detector 03 from falling off.

[0023] Optionally, the inclination of both the first inclined plane 411 and the second inclined plane 412 is 45°.

[0024] Optionally, the device also includes a central processing unit 05. The detection device 03 includes a housing 31 and a detector 32. A first groove 34 is disposed on the housing 31. The detector 32 includes a probe 321, a data integration unit 322, and a data transmission line 323. The probe 321 is connected to the bottom of the data integration unit 322. One end of the data transmission line 323 is connected to the data integration unit 322, and the other end is connected to the central processing unit 05. The data integration unit 322 is disposed inside the housing 31, and the probe 321 is located outside the housing 31. Specifically, the central processing unit 05 is disposed on the base plate 01 and includes a data processing module, a wireless communication module, a positioning system, and a storage module. The probe 321 of the detection device 03 drills into the soil to obtain soil data and transmits the soil data to the data integration unit 322. The data integration unit 322 transmits the soil data to the central processing unit 05 through the data transmission line 323. The data processing module in the central processing unit 05 processes, analyzes, and stores the detected data for subsequent analysis and comparison. The central processing unit 05 can perform real-time analysis of the collected soil data and store historical data.

[0025] Optionally, such as Figure 2As shown, the housing 31 includes a housing base plate 311 and a housing cover plate 312. The housing cover plate 312 and the housing base plate 311 are detachable. The first groove 34 is respectively provided at the end of the housing cover plate 312 and the housing base plate 311 away from the probe 321. When the probe 321 is worn and needs to be replaced, the detection device 03 can be removed by pressing both down unlock buttons 43 at the same time, the housing cover plate 312 can be opened and the detector 32 can be replaced. At the same time, since the housing cover plate 312 and the housing base plate 311 are detachable, and the probe 321 is located outside the housing 31, it is convenient to repair and replace a single probe in a timely manner when it is damaged.

[0026] Optionally, a second groove 313 is provided on each side of the bottom plate 311 of the housing, and a second protrusion is provided on each side of the cover plate 312 of the housing. When the cover plate 312 slides relative to the bottom plate 311 of the housing, a second protrusion is embedded in a second groove 313.

[0027] Optionally, the end of the housing cover plate 312 is provided with an elastic latch 314, and the end of the housing bottom plate 311 is provided with a slot 315. When the housing cover plate 312 slides into position relative to the housing bottom plate 311, the elastic latch 314 is engaged in the slot 315 to prevent the housing cover plate 312 from falling off.

[0028] Optionally, it also includes multiple casters 06, which are located at the bottom of the base plate 01, allowing the base plate 01 to move freely.

[0029] The embodiments described above are merely preferred embodiments of the present utility model and are not intended to limit the scope of the present utility model. Various modifications and improvements made to the technical solutions of the present utility model by those skilled in the art without departing from the spirit of the present utility model should fall within the protection scope defined by the claims of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A soil testing device with replaceable probes, characterized in that: The system includes a base plate (01), a first robotic arm (11), a second robotic arm (12), a third robotic arm (13), a detection device mounting bracket (02), and a detection device (03). The base plate (01) is movable. One end of the third robotic arm (13) is connected to the base plate (01), and the other end is connected to one end of the second robotic arm (12). The other end of the second robotic arm (12) is connected to one end of the first robotic arm (11). One end of the detection device mounting bracket (02) is connected to the other end of the first robotic arm (11). The detection device mounting bracket (02) is adapted to rotate relative to the first robotic arm (11). The first robotic arm (11) is adapted to rotate relative to the second robotic arm (12). The second robotic arm (12) is adapted to rotate relative to the third robotic arm (13). The third robotic arm (13) is adapted to rotate relative to the base plate (01). The detection device (03) is detachably connected to the detection device mounting bracket (02). The detection device (03) is used to detect soil conditions.

2. The soil testing device with replaceable probes according to claim 1, characterized in that: The other end of the mounting bracket (02) of the detection device is the mounting end (21). The two sides of the mounting end (21) are respectively provided with a first protrusion (211). The two sides of the detection device (03) are respectively provided with a first groove (34). When the detection device (03) is connected to the mounting end (21), one of the first protrusions (211) is embedded in one of the first grooves (34).

3. The soil testing device with replaceable probes according to claim 2, characterized in that: It also includes a locking component (04), which includes two telescopic buckles (41), two springs (42), and two unlocking buttons (43). The telescopic buckles (41) are provided with a first inclined surface (411) and a second inclined surface (412). The inner wall of the top plate of the mounting end (21) is also provided with two guide grooves (212). Each of the two side plates of the mounting end (21) is provided with a mounting through hole. Each guide groove (212) is provided with a telescopic buckle (41) and a spring (42). The telescopic buckle (41) is connected to the mounting end (21) through the spring (42). Each mounting through hole is provided with an unlocking button (43). The end of each unlocking button (43) is used to act on a second inclined surface (412). The detection device (03) is provided with two... The telescopic buckle (41) is fitted with an installation groove (33). The installation groove (33) is provided with an inclined surface that matches the first inclined surface (411). During the process of the detection device (03) sliding into the installation end (21) from one side, the detection device (03) pushes up one side of the first inclined surface of the telescopic buckle (41), causing the telescopic buckle (41) to move backward along the guide groove (212) and compress the spring (42). After the detection device (03) is pushed into place, the spring (42) releases its elastic force, and the telescopic buckle (41) is pushed forward along the guide groove (212). The end of the telescopic buckle (41) extends into the installation groove (33). When the unlock button (43) is pressed, the telescopic buckle (41) retracts along the guide groove (212) and the telescopic buckle (41) exits from the installation groove (33).

4. The soil testing device with replaceable probes according to claim 3, characterized in that: The inclination of the first inclined plane (411) and the second inclined plane (412) is 45°.

5. The soil testing device with replaceable probes according to claim 4, characterized in that: It also includes a central processing unit (05). The detection device (03) includes a housing (31) and a detector (32). The first groove (34) is disposed on the housing (31). The detector (32) includes a probe (321), a data integration unit (322), and a data transmission line (323). The probe (321) is connected to the bottom of the data integration unit (322). One end of the data transmission line (323) is connected to the data integration unit (322), and the other end is connected to the central processing unit (05). The data integration unit (322) is disposed inside the housing (31), and the probe (321) is located outside the housing (31).

6. The soil testing device with replaceable probes according to claim 5, characterized in that: The housing (31) includes a housing bottom plate (311) and a housing cover plate (312). The housing cover plate (312) and the housing bottom plate (311) are detachable. The first groove (34) is respectively disposed on the housing cover plate (312) and the housing bottom plate (311) at the ends away from the probe (321).

7. The soil testing device with replaceable probes according to claim 6, characterized in that: The bottom plate (311) of the housing is provided with a second groove (313) on both sides, and the cover plate (312) of the housing is provided with a second protrusion on both sides. When the cover plate (312) of the housing slides relative to the bottom plate (311), one of the second protrusions is embedded in one of the second grooves (313).

8. The soil testing device with replaceable probes according to claim 7, characterized in that: The end of the housing cover plate (312) is provided with an elastic latch (314), and the end of the housing bottom plate (311) is provided with a slot (315). When the housing cover plate (312) slides into position relative to the housing bottom plate (311), the elastic latch (314) is engaged in the slot (315).

9. The soil testing device with replaceable probes according to any one of claims 1-8, characterized in that: It also includes multiple casters (06) which are located at the bottom of the base plate (01).