Ear tag type infrared temperature measuring device for sheep

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of livestock breeding equipment, in particular to an ear tag type infrared temperature measuring device for sheep, which comprises an iron box, a box cover is detachably fixed on the top surface of the iron box, an iron plate hinged with the box cover is arranged on the top surface of the box cover close to the right end, and a battery module, a microprocessor and a wireless communication module are mounted on the inner bottom surface of the iron box. An infrared temperature measurement sensor is inserted into the top surface of the box cover in a sliding manner, and the limiting mechanism is arranged in the iron box and is used for limiting the infrared temperature measurement sensor. By arranging the iron box, the box cover, the iron plate, the magnetic suction plate, the infrared temperature measurement sensor, the battery module, the wireless communication module and the like, the problem that sheep body temperature data cannot be accurately obtained in real time in a traditional mode is solved; meanwhile, by means of the detachable box cover and the limiting mechanism, the problems that an infrared temperature measurement sensor is inconvenient to install and difficult to maintain and replace are solved, and the using convenience and practicability of the device are improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of livestock breeding equipment technology, specifically to an ear tag type infrared temperature measuring device for sheep. Background Technology

[0002] In large-scale sheep farming, real-time and accurate monitoring of sheep's body temperature is a key link in preventing and controlling diseases.

[0003] Traditional manual temperature measurement methods, such as using mercury thermometers, are not only inefficient, but also prone to causing stress to sheep during operation, and pose a risk of cross-infection, making them unsuitable for large-scale farming.

[0004] Existing sheep temperature monitoring devices mostly use contact temperature measurement, which requires frequent operation and can easily affect the normal activities of sheep. Moreover, the devices are inconvenient to install and difficult to fix on the sheep for a long time, resulting in discontinuous and unstable data collection. In addition, if the core components such as infrared temperature sensors in existing temperature monitoring devices malfunction, the disassembly and repair process is complicated, which not only consumes a lot of manpower and time costs, but may also affect the health monitoring of the entire sheep population. Therefore, there is an urgent need for a sheep body temperature monitoring device that can be easily installed, accurately measure temperature, transmit data stably, and is easy to maintain. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this utility model is to provide an infrared temperature measuring device for sheep using ear tags. By setting a detachable cover and a limiting mechanism, it solves the problems of inconvenient installation and difficult maintenance and replacement of infrared temperature sensors.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0007] An ear-tag type infrared temperature measuring device for sheep includes an iron box with a detachable lid fixed to its top surface. A metal plate is hinged to the lid near its right end on its top surface. A battery module, a microprocessor, and a wireless communication module are mounted on the inner bottom surface of the iron box. An infrared temperature sensor is slidably inserted into the lid's top surface. The device also includes:

[0008] A limiting mechanism is installed inside the iron box to limit the infrared temperature sensor. The limiting mechanism includes two L-shaped movable rods, a bidirectional lead screw rotatably connected between the inner walls of the left and right sides of the iron box and used to drive the two movable rods to move, and a limiting plate for clamping the infrared temperature sensor is fixed on the opposite side of the cross bar end of the two movable rods.

[0009] In a preferred embodiment, a temperature alarm module is installed on the inner bottom surface of the iron box, and an LED indicator is installed on the front surface of the iron box.

[0010] This system, through a battery module, microprocessor, wireless communication module, temperature alarm module, and LED indicator, enables automatic measurement, data transmission, and early warning of abnormalities in sheep body temperature, allowing farmers to promptly monitor the health status of the flock.

[0011] In a preferred embodiment, a placement platform is fixed on the inner bottom surface of the iron box near the middle position, and a through groove is provided on the top surface of the box cover that communicates with the inner cavity of the iron box. The infrared temperature sensor is slidably inserted into the through groove on the top surface of the box cover and extends into the inside of the iron box, and the bottom surface of the infrared temperature sensor is in close contact with the top surface of the placement platform.

[0012] In a preferred embodiment, a magnetic suction plate corresponding to the position of the box cover and adapted to its size is fixed on the top surface of the box cover. Several puncture needles are installed on the top surface of the box cover near the left end. Several slots corresponding to the position of the puncture needles on the same side of the top surface of the iron plate and adapted to its size are provided on the left side surface of the iron plate near the top end.

[0013] These two settings make the infrared temperature sensor more securely installed, ensuring accurate temperature measurement and allowing the device to be firmly fixed to the sheep's ear, thus guaranteeing the stability and continuity of body temperature monitoring.

[0014] In a preferred embodiment, the limiting mechanism further includes two rotating columns that are rotatably connected to the inner walls of the left and right sides of the iron box, respectively. The bidirectional lead screw, the moving rod, and the limiting plate are all located inside the iron box. The bidirectional lead screw is coaxially fixed between the two rotating columns. The two moving rods are symmetrical to each other and are threadedly connected to the bidirectional lead screw. Protective plates are fixed on the opposite sides of the two limiting plates, and the surface of the protective plate away from the limiting plate on the same side is in close contact with the outer wall of the infrared temperature sensor on the same side.

[0015] In a preferred embodiment, the limiting mechanism further includes a magnetic chuck coaxially fixed to the surface of one of the rotating columns away from the bidirectional lead screw, and a lever fixed to the surface of the magnetic chuck away from the bidirectional lead screw, and the magnetic chuck is magnetically attached to the outer wall of the iron box on the same side.

[0016] In a preferred embodiment, the inner bottom surface of the iron box is provided with a horizontally arranged guide groove, and the bottom surface of the vertical end of the moving rod is fixed with a guide block that is slidably connected to the guide groove on the inner bottom surface of the iron box.

[0017] In a preferred embodiment, the longitudinal cross-sectional shape of the guide groove on the bottom surface of the iron box is convex, and the shape of the guide block is the same as the longitudinal cross-sectional shape of the guide groove on the bottom surface of the iron box.

[0018] These four settings ensure reliable limiting and protection of the infrared temperature sensor, preventing it from shifting or being damaged during use. They also facilitate the operation of the limiting mechanism, allowing for quick limiting or disassembly of the infrared temperature sensor, and provide guidance for the movement of the moving rod, ensuring smooth and stable limiting operations.

[0019] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0020] 1. This utility model achieves a stable connection between the device and the sheep's ear through the setting of an iron box, a box cover, an iron plate, a magnetic plate, a puncture needle, and a slot. The puncture needle on the box cover is passed through the sheep's ear and inserted into the slot of the iron plate. Then, the magnetic attraction between the magnetic plate and the iron plate makes the entire device firmly fixed on the sheep's ear, which facilitates continuous body temperature monitoring of sheep, prevents it from falling off, and ensures the stability of data collection.

[0021] 2. This utility model, through the setting of an infrared temperature sensor, a battery module, a microprocessor, a wireless communication module, a temperature alarm module, and an LED indicator, realizes the functions of accurate measurement, data processing and transmission of sheep ear temperature, as well as early warning of abnormal temperature. The infrared temperature sensor measures the temperature of the sheep's ear, and the data is processed by the microprocessor and then sent to an external signal receiving device by the wireless communication module. The breeder can monitor the sheep's body temperature in real time. When the temperature is abnormal, the temperature alarm module is activated, and the LED indicator lights up to remind the breeder. This achieves the effect of timely detection of sheep health problems, providing a strong basis for the prevention and treatment of sheep diseases, and reducing the risk of breeding.

[0022] 3. This utility model, through the setting of a detachable cover and a limiting mechanism, realizes convenient limiting, disassembly, replacement or maintenance operations of the infrared temperature sensor. Rotating the lever drives the rotating column and the bidirectional lead screw to rotate, causing the moving rod to move the limiting plate and the protective plate, releasing the clamping limit on the infrared temperature sensor. The cover can be easily removed to perform sensor replacement and maintenance operations, thereby improving the device maintenance efficiency, reducing maintenance costs and extending the overall service life of the device. Attached Figure Description

[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 2 This is an enlarged view of point A in this utility model;

[0025] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the iron box in this utility model;

[0026] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the limiting mechanism in this utility model;

[0027] The meanings of the labels in the diagram are as follows:

[0028] 1. Metal box; 11. LED indicator; 12. Placement platform; 13. Infrared temperature sensor; 14. Battery module; 15. Microprocessor; 16. Wireless communication module; 17. Temperature alarm module; 2. Box cover; 21. Magnetic suction plate; 22. Puncture needle; 3. Metal plate; 4. Limiting mechanism; 41. Rotating column; 42. Bidirectional lead screw; 43. Moving rod; 44. Guide block; 45. Limiting plate; 46. Protective plate; 47. Magnetic suction cup; 48. Lever. Detailed Implementation

[0029] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0030] Please see Figures 1-3 The present invention provides a technical solution: an ear tag type infrared temperature measuring device for sheep, including an iron box 1, a lid 2 that is detachably fixed on the top surface of the iron box 1, an iron plate 3 that is hinged to the lid 2 near the right end of the top surface of the lid 2, a battery module 14, a microprocessor 15 and a wireless communication module 16 installed on the inner bottom surface of the iron box 1, and an infrared temperature sensor 13 that is slidably inserted into the top surface of the lid 2. It should be added that the lid 2 is fixed to the top surface of the iron box 1 by several screws.

[0031] A temperature alarm module 17 is installed on the inner bottom surface of the iron box 1, and an LED indicator 11 is installed on the front surface of the iron box 1.

[0032] A placement platform 12 is fixed on the inner bottom surface of the iron box 1 near the middle position. A through groove is provided on the top surface of the box cover 2, which is connected to the inner cavity of the iron box 1. The infrared temperature sensor 13 is slidably inserted into the through groove on the top surface of the box cover 2 and extends into the interior of the iron box 1. The bottom surface of the infrared temperature sensor 13 is in close contact with the top surface of the placement platform 12.

[0033] The system uses a battery module 14, a microprocessor 15, a wireless communication module 16, a temperature alarm module 17, and an LED indicator 11 to automatically measure the sheep's body temperature. The data is processed by the microprocessor and transmitted by the wireless communication module. When the body temperature is abnormal, the temperature alarm module triggers the LED indicator to light up, allowing the breeder to keep track of the flock's health status in a timely manner, which is conducive to early detection and early intervention of diseases.

[0034] The infrared temperature sensor 13 can be accurately inserted and closely fitted to the placement platform 12 inside the iron box 1 and the through groove of the box cover 2, forming a stable support. This structural design effectively reduces sensor shaking, ensures accurate measurement position, thereby improving temperature measurement accuracy and providing support for the reliability of body temperature data.

[0035] In this embodiment, as Figures 1-2 As shown, a magnetic plate 21 corresponding to the position and size of the box cover 2 is fixed on the top surface of the box cover 2. Several puncture needles 22 are installed on the top surface of the box cover 2 near the left end. Several slots corresponding to the position and size of the puncture needles 22 on the same side of the top surface of the box cover 2 are provided on the left side surface of the iron plate 3 near the top end.

[0036] The device, consisting of an iron box 1, a lid 2, an iron plate 3, a magnetic plate 21, a puncture needle 22, and a slot, allows the device to penetrate the sheep's ear through the puncture needle. It is then firmly fixed to the sheep's ear by the magnetic plate and the iron plate. This design ensures that the device is not easily dislodged during the sheep's daily activities, providing a guarantee for continuous and stable body temperature monitoring and reducing the risk of data loss.

[0037] In addition, such as Figures 3-4 As shown, it also includes: a limiting mechanism 4, which is set inside the iron box 1 and is used to limit the infrared temperature sensor 13. The limiting mechanism 4 includes two L-shaped moving rods 43, a bidirectional lead screw 42 rotatably connected between the inner walls of the left and right sides of the iron box 1 and used to drive the two moving rods 43 to move, and a limiting plate 45 for clamping the infrared temperature sensor 13 is fixed on the opposite side of the cross bar end of the two moving rods 43.

[0038] The limiting mechanism 4 also includes two rotating columns 41 that are rotatably connected to the inner walls of the left and right sides of the iron box 1 respectively. The bidirectional screw 42, the moving rod 43 and the limiting plate 45 are all located inside the iron box 1. The bidirectional screw 42 is coaxially fixed between the two rotating columns 41. The two moving rods 43 are symmetrical to each other and are threadedly connected to the bidirectional screw 42. The opposing surfaces of the two limiting plates 45 are fixed with protective plates 46, and the surface of the protective plate 46 away from the limiting plate 45 on the same side is in close contact with the outer wall of the infrared temperature sensor 13 on the same side.

[0039] The limiting mechanism 4 also includes a magnetic chuck 47 coaxially fixed to the surface of one of the rotating columns 41 away from the bidirectional lead screw 42, and a lever 48 fixed to the surface of the magnetic chuck 47 away from the bidirectional lead screw 42. The magnetic chuck 47 is magnetically attached to the outer wall of the iron box 1 on the same side.

[0040] The inner bottom surface of the iron box 1 is provided with a horizontally arranged guide groove, and the bottom surface of the vertical end of the moving rod 43 is fixed with a guide block 44 that is slidably connected to the guide groove on the inner bottom surface of the iron box 1;

[0041] The longitudinal cross-sectional shape of the guide groove on the inner bottom surface of the iron box 1 is convex, and the shape of the guide block 44 is the same as the longitudinal cross-sectional shape of the guide groove on the inner bottom surface of the iron box 1.

[0042] Through the rotating column 41, bidirectional lead screw 42, moving rod 43, limiting plate 45 and protective plate 46 of the limiting mechanism 4, rotating the bidirectional lead screw 42 can drive the two moving rods 43 to move, so that the limiting plate and the protective plate clamp and fix the infrared temperature sensor 13. This not only prevents the sensor from shifting during use, but the protective plate can also buffer external forces, avoid damage to the sensor, and extend its service life.

[0043] The magnetic chuck 47 and lever 48 are used to fix the lever position on the outer wall of the iron box 1. The limit mechanism 4 can be controlled by rotating the lever. This design can quickly limit or remove the infrared temperature sensor 13 without opening the inside of the device, thus improving the convenience of operation and maintenance efficiency.

[0044] The guide groove inside the iron box 1 and the guide block 44 of the moving rod 43 provide precise guidance for the movement of the moving rod through the cooperation of the guide block and the guide groove. During the limit operation, it ensures that the moving rod moves smoothly in the predetermined direction, avoids deviation, ensures the smooth operation of the limit mechanism 4, and improves the accuracy and stability of the limit.

[0045] The unique structural design of the convex guide groove and guide block 44 ensures that the guide block will not easily come out of the guide groove. Even if the device is affected by external vibration or sheep movement, the moving rod 43 can be kept running normally, which greatly improves the stability and reliability of the limit mechanism 4 and ensures the long-term stable operation of the device.

[0046] It should be added that the LED indicator 11, infrared temperature sensor 13, wireless communication module 16, and temperature alarm module 17 are all electrically connected to the microprocessor 15 via wires, and the LED indicator 11, infrared temperature sensor 13, microprocessor 15, wireless communication module 16, and temperature alarm module 17 are all electrically connected to the battery module 14 via wires.

[0047] Finally, it should be noted that the LED indicator 11, infrared temperature sensor 13, battery module 14, microprocessor 15, wireless communication module 16, temperature alarm module 17, and other components involved in this utility model are all general standard parts or components known to those skilled in the art. Their structures and principles can be learned by those skilled in the art through technical manuals or conventional experimental methods. In the idle space of this device, all the above-mentioned electrical components, which refer to power elements, electrical components, and the adapted controller and power supply, are connected by wires. The specific connection methods should refer to the working principle of this utility model. The electrical connections between each electrical component are completed in the order of operation. The detailed connection methods are all technologies known in the art.

[0048] In this embodiment, during actual use, the device passes through the sheep's ear with the puncture needle 22 and inserts it into the slot of the iron plate 3. With the magnetic suction plate 21 adsorbing onto the iron plate 3, it is fixed to the sheep's ear. The infrared temperature sensor 13 is inserted into the through slot of the box cover 2, and the bottom surface is attached to the placement platform 12 to accurately measure the temperature of the sheep's ear.

[0049] The measurement data is transmitted to the microprocessor 15 for processing, and then sent to external devices by the wireless communication module 16. The breeder can monitor the sheep's body temperature in real time. When the body temperature is abnormal, the temperature alarm module 17 is activated, and the LED indicator 11 lights up to issue a warning.

[0050] When the infrared temperature sensor 13 needs to be disassembled or replaced, rotate the lever 48. The magnetic chuck 47 fixes the position of the lever 48, which drives the rotating column 41 and the bidirectional lead screw 42 to rotate. This causes the moving rod 43 to move the limit plate 45 and the protection plate 46 to release the sensor. The guide block 44 of the moving rod 43 moves smoothly along the guide groove inside the iron box 1. The convex structure ensures stable movement and prevents the guide block 44 from falling out, thus successfully completing the disassembly and maintenance operation.

[0051] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of this utility model. Those skilled in the art should understand that this utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. The embodiments and descriptions in the specification are merely preferred examples and are not intended to limit the utility model. Various changes and modifications can be made to this utility model without departing from its spirit and scope, and all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of the claimed utility model. The scope of protection of this utility model is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. An ear tag type infrared thermometer for sheep, comprising an iron box (1), characterized in that, The top surface of the iron box (1) is detachably fixed with a lid (2). Near the right end of the top surface of the lid (2), there is an iron plate (3) hinged to it. A battery module (14), a microprocessor (15), and a wireless communication module (16) are installed on the inner bottom surface of the iron box (1). An infrared temperature sensor (13) is slidably inserted into the top surface of the lid (2). The box also includes: The limiting mechanism (4) is set inside the iron box (1) and is used to limit the infrared temperature sensor (13). The limiting mechanism (4) includes two L-shaped moving rods (43), a bidirectional lead screw (42) rotatably connected between the inner walls of the left and right sides of the iron box (1) and used to drive the two moving rods (43) to move, and a limiting plate (45) for clamping the infrared temperature sensor (13) is fixed on the opposite side of the cross bar end of the two moving rods (43).

2. The sheep ear tag type infrared thermometer according to claim 1, characterized in that: A temperature alarm module (17) is installed on the inner bottom surface of the iron box (1), and an LED indicator (11) is installed on the front surface of the iron box (1).

3. The sheep ear tag type infrared thermometer according to claim 1, characterized in that: The inner bottom surface of the iron box (1) is fixed with a placement platform (12) near the middle position. The top surface of the box cover (2) is provided with a through groove that communicates with the inner cavity of the iron box (1). The infrared temperature sensor (13) is slidably inserted into the through groove on the top surface of the box cover (2) and extends into the interior of the iron box (1). The bottom surface of the infrared temperature sensor (13) is tightly attached to the top surface of the placement platform (12).

4. The sheep ear tag type infrared thermometer according to claim 1, characterized in that: A magnetic plate (21) is fixed on the top surface of the lid (2) and is of the same size as the lid (2). Several puncture needles (22) are installed on the top surface of the lid (2) near the left end. Several slots are provided on the left side surface of the iron plate (3) near the top end, which are of the same size as the puncture needles (22) on the top surface of the lid (2).

5. The sheep ear tag type infrared thermometer according to claim 1, characterized in that: The limiting mechanism (4) also includes two rotating columns (41) that are rotatably connected to the inner walls of the left and right sides of the iron box (1). The bidirectional lead screw (42), the moving rod (43) and the limiting plate (45) are all located inside the iron box (1). The bidirectional lead screw (42) is coaxially fixed between the two rotating columns (41). The two moving rods (43) are symmetrical to each other and are threadedly connected to the bidirectional lead screw (42). The opposing surfaces of the two limiting plates (45) are fixed with protective plates (46), and the surface of the protective plate (46) away from the limiting plate (45) on the same side is in close contact with the outer wall of the infrared temperature sensor (13) on the same side.

6. The sheep ear tag type infrared thermometer according to claim 5, characterized in that: The limiting mechanism (4) further includes a magnetic chuck (47) coaxially fixed on the surface of one of the rotating columns (41) away from the bidirectional lead screw (42), and a lever (48) fixed on the surface of the magnetic chuck (47) away from the bidirectional lead screw (42), and the magnetic chuck (47) is magnetically attached to the outer wall of the iron box (1) on the same side.

7. The sheep ear tag type infrared thermometer according to claim 6, characterized in that: The inner bottom surface of the iron box (1) is provided with a guide groove arranged horizontally, and a guide block (44) is fixed on the bottom surface of the vertical end of the moving rod (43) and is slidably connected to the guide groove on the inner bottom surface of the iron box (1).

8. The sheep ear tag type infrared thermometer according to claim 7, characterized in that: The longitudinal cross-sectional shape of the guide groove on the inner bottom surface of the iron box (1) is convex, and the shape of the guide block (44) is the same as the longitudinal cross-sectional shape of the guide groove on the inner bottom surface of the iron box (1).

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