Automatic lamb feeding machine

Abstract

The automatic lamb feeding machine comprises a box body, a powder bin, a stirring cup, a hot water tank, a heat preservation water tank, milk pipes and nipples, the powder bin is arranged at the top of the box body, the stirring cup and the hot water tank are arranged in the middle of the box body, the stirring cup is communicated with the hot water tank, the stirring cup is located below the powder bin, and the milk pipes are evenly arranged at the bottom of the stirring cup. The tail ends of the milk pipes are provided with nipples. The heat preservation water tank is connected with the hot water tank through a water pipe. During use, before powder is added, preheated hot water in the hot water tank flows into the stirring cup; filling materials are lifted into the powder bin by workers, raw materials in the powder bin fall into the stirring cup, and meanwhile, a stirring device in the stirring cup is started, so that milk powder and water are fully mixed; the nipple is connected with the stirring cup through a milk pipe after being installed, and lambs can suck milk through self-suction.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of animal husbandry technology, and in particular to an automatic lamb feeder. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, sheep farming in my country mostly adopts the conventional weaning method, which involves breastfeeding to lambs at 3-4 months of age. While ewe milk is the best food for lambs, large-scale sheep farms often employ advanced technologies (such as induced estrus, superovulation, and embryo transfer), leading to a surge in lambing within a certain period and a higher incidence of multiple births per litter. If the ewe's feed management is inadequate, postpartum milk production will be insufficient. This is a critical period for lamb growth and development; insufficient nutrient supply will result in stunted growth, a prolonged weaning transition, and hindered fattening. Simultaneously, ewes cannot recover their strength in time, prolonging the breeding cycle and reducing their reproductive efficiency. Therefore, early weaning is a crucial technique in large-scale sheep farming and a future trend in the industry. Early weaning requires meticulous feeding management, but relying solely on artificial feeding is extremely labor-intensive. Therefore, in addition to scientifically formulated milk replacers, appropriate feeding equipment is also necessary to support early weaning.

[0003] Manual feeding of lambs is very labor-intensive, so an automatic lamb feeder is proposed. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address at least one of the aforementioned technical shortcomings, this utility model provides an automatic lamb feeder, comprising: a box body, a powder hopper, a mixing cup, a hot water tank, an insulated water tank, milk tubes, and nipples. The powder hopper is located at the top of the box body, and the mixing cup and the hot water tank are located in the middle of the box body. The mixing cup and the hot water tank are connected, and the mixing cup is located below the powder hopper. Several milk tubes are evenly distributed at the bottom of the mixing cup, and each milk tube has a nipple at its end. The insulated water tank is connected to the hot water tank via a water pipe.

[0005] Furthermore, a float valve is installed at the inlet pipe of the insulated water tank.

[0006] Furthermore, a powder hopper seat is fixedly connected to the top of the housing, and the powder hopper is fixedly installed on the powder hopper seat.

[0007] Furthermore, the bottom of the enclosure is equipped with an adjustment bracket for adjusting the height.

[0008] Furthermore, a mounting bracket is fixedly connected to the middle of the box, and the stirring cup can be detachably mounted on the mounting bracket.

[0009] Furthermore, a solenoid valve is fixedly connected to the water pipe of the insulated water tank.

[0010] Furthermore, the outer wall of the enclosure is fixedly connected to an operation panel and a handle.

[0011] Furthermore, temperature sensors are installed inside both the mixing cup and the hot water tank, and a heating film is installed at the bottom of the mixing cup.

[0012] Furthermore, a powder dispensing device is provided at the bottom of the powder hopper.

[0013] Beneficial effects:

[0014] 1. When using the product, before adding powder, preheated hot water from the hot water tank flows into the mixing cup. The worker lifts the filler into the powder hopper, and the raw material inside the powder hopper falls into the mixing cup. At the same time, the mixing device in the mixing cup is turned on to fully mix the milk powder and water. After the nipple is installed, it is connected to the mixing cup with a milk tube for the lamb to suckle.

[0015] The purpose, features, and advantages of this utility model will be further explained in conjunction with the embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model.

[0017] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the box body of this utility model.

[0018] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the nipple of this utility model.

[0019] exist Figures 1 to 3 The correspondence between the component names or lines and the attached drawing numbers is as follows: Box 1, Powder hopper base 101, Control panel 102, Handle 103, Adjustment bracket 104, Mounting bracket 105, Powder hopper 2, Grid mesh 201, Powder hopper cover 202, Stirring cup 3, Hot water tank 4, Insulated water tank 5, Water inlet pipe 501, Water pipe 502, Solenoid valve 503, Milk tube 6, Nipple 7. Detailed Implementation

[0020] Please refer to Figures 1 to 3 ;

[0021] This embodiment provides an automatic lamb feeder, see reference. Figure 1 It includes: a box body 1, a powder container 2, a mixing cup 3, a hot water tank 4, an insulated water tank 5, milk tubes 6, and nipples 7. The powder container 2 is located at the top of the box body 1, and the mixing cup 3 and the hot water tank 4 are located in the middle of the box body 1. The mixing cup 3 and the hot water tank 4 are connected. The mixing cup 3 is located below the powder container 2. Several milk tubes 6 are evenly distributed at the bottom of the mixing cup 3. Each milk tube 6 has a nipple 7 at its end. The insulated water tank 5 is connected to the hot water tank 4 through a water pipe.

[0022] In practice, before adding powder, preheated hot water 4 from the hot water tank flows into the mixing cup 3. Workers lift filler from the powder hopper 2, and the raw material from the powder hopper 2 falls into the mixing cup 3. Simultaneously, the mixing device in the mixing cup 3 is activated to ensure the milk powder and water are fully mixed. After the nipple 7 is installed, it is connected to the mixing cup via a milk tube 6 for the lamb to suckle.

[0023] Further reference Figure 2 The top of the housing 1 is fixedly connected to the powder hopper seat 101, and the powder hopper 2 is fixedly installed on the powder hopper seat 101.

[0024] In practice, the powder hopper 2 is fixed by the powder hopper seat 101.

[0025] Further reference Figure 2 The bottom of the housing 1 is provided with an adjustment bracket 104 for adjusting the height.

[0026] In practice, the height of the box 1 is adjusted by adjusting the bracket 104.

[0027] Further reference Figure 2 A mounting bracket 105 is fixedly connected to the middle of the box body 1, and the stirring cup 3 can be detachably mounted on the mounting bracket 105.

[0028] In practice, the mixing cup 3 is fixed by mounting bracket 105.

[0029] Further reference Figure 2 A solenoid valve 503 is fixedly connected to the water pipe 502 of the insulated water tank 5.

[0030] In practice, the on / off state of water pipe 502 is controlled by solenoid valve 503.

[0031] Further reference Figure 2 An operation panel 102 and a handle 103 are fixedly connected to the outer wall of the housing 1.

[0032] In practice, the control panel 102 performs control operations, while the interior of the enclosure 1 contains essential electrical components such as circuit boards, circuits, wires, transformers, and chips necessary for electrical control.

[0033] Further reference Figure 2 Temperature sensors are installed inside both the mixing cup 3 and the hot water tank 4, and a heating film is installed at the bottom of the mixing cup 3.

[0034] In practice, a temperature sensor monitors the temperature inside the hot water tank 4 to achieve automatic temperature control. A heating film heats the inside of the stirring cup 3 to prevent heat loss.

[0035] The heating film uses existing technology as an electric heating element.

[0036] Furthermore, a powder dispensing device is provided at the bottom of the powder hopper 2.

[0037] In practical implementation, the powder discharge device uses a motor to drive the powder discharge paddle to rotate and discharge the material. The amount of material discharged is controlled by the number of rotations of the paddle and the working time.

[0038] The powder hopper 2 is manually filled and ready for use. The water source provided at the equipment site is connected to the insulated water tank 5, and the hot water tank 4 is filled until it flows into the mixing cup 3, completing the preparation. The program is set and started with one button on the control panel. First, the water in the hot water tank 4 is preheated to 40℃±1℃. A temperature sensor controls the upper and lower limits of the water temperature, maintaining the set temperature value required for mixing throughout the process, and preventing heat loss from the external insulation of the hot water tank 4. When mixing, the inlet solenoid valve is opened, and a measured amount of water is added to the mixing cup 3 according to the program's flow rate and time settings. The powder dispensing device at the bottom of the powder hopper 2 is activated, adding a measured amount of milk powder to the mixing pump. The amount of powder dispensed is adjusted by the number of paddle rotations and the time. Simultaneously, the mixing device in the mixing cup 3 is activated to ensure thorough mixing of the milk powder and water. After the nipple 7 is installed, it is connected to the mixing cup via a milk tube for the lamb to suckle.

[0039] A milk duct cleaning device includes: a cleaning water gun and a sponge ball.

[0040] In practice, a sponge ball is inserted into the milk tube using a cleaning pistol tool. The sponge ball is propelled by water flow to move and rub inside the milk tube, cleaning the inside of the milk tube and keeping the machine hygienic. Before cleaning, the automatic feeding mode needs to be exited via the operation screen 102.

[0041] Pink Warehouse 2

[0042] The powder hopper 2 is designed as a cylindrical and conical structure, with a rounded transition between the cylinder and the cone to prevent powder from being stored.

[0043] A mesh screen 201 is installed at the upper part of the cylindrical section to prevent other objects from falling into the powder hopper. The overall height of the powder hopper 2 is designed according to ergonomics to make it convenient and effortless to add milk powder.

[0044] The powder compartment 2 is equipped with a powder compartment cover 202. After adding milk powder, the cover is closed to prevent dust from falling into the compartment.

[0045] The powder compartment 2 is made entirely of transparent acrylic material, allowing for accurate observation of the milk powder level inside at any time, and timely replenishment.

[0046] The powder hopper 2 has a powder paddle installed at the bottom and a dedicated motor as the power source. The power supply is connected to the electrical configuration and controlled by the program.

[0047] The powder hopper 2 is situated on the powder hopper base 101 that is connected to the box body, and the bottom is fixed to the box body with bolts.

[0048] Pink Slot 101

[0049] The powder hopper base 101 is made of plastic 3D printing. The arched shape at the top increases load-bearing capacity and improves aesthetics. It is connected to the housing 1 by a socket joint and secured with locking screws.

[0050] Box 1

[0051] Box 1 is supported by bending thin-walled stainless steel plates. The overall shape is a cuboid with sharp edges and corners, making it both aesthetically pleasing and practical.

[0052] Electrical components are arranged centrally on the mounting plate, which is fixed to the wall panel of the enclosure by locking screws. The overall arrangement is staggered and the space is used rationally. Multiple grounding points are set up to ensure safe and reliable operation.

[0053] 3 mixing cups

[0054] The mixing cup 3 is made of transparent acrylic material and is equipped with a dedicated stirring motor as its power source, along with magnetic stirring (driven by a magnetic coupler). The mixing cup is mounted on a bracket on the casing and can be disassembled.

[0055] The bottom of the mixing cup 3 is equipped with a heating belt to compensate for heat loss and ensure the temperature required for lambs to nurse.

[0056] Insulated water tank 5

[0057] The insulated water tank 5 is installed at a vertical height of approximately 2 meters. The inlet and outlet water connections use a pagoda-style connection via flexible hoses to connect the water supply and outlet. The insulated water tank is equipped with a float valve to automatically control the water inlet and maintain the working water level.

[0058] 7 Pacifiers

[0059] The nipple 7 is made of food-grade silicone and is installed on the nipple fixing plate. It is connected to the water outlet of the mixing cup via a milk tube.

[0060] The nipple 7 is installed at a height higher than the spout of the mixing cup, preventing milk from spilling out and ensuring that lambs can suckle easily and effortlessly.

[0061] Hot water tank 4

[0062] The hot water tank 4 is installed on the mounting bracket on the tank wall panel. It is externally insulated and internally equipped with a heater and temperature sensor, which are interconnected to control the heating water temperature.

[0063] Furthermore, a float valve is installed at the inlet pipe 501 of the insulated water tank 5.

Claims

1. An automatic lamb feeder, comprising: The box body (1), powder hopper (2), stirring cup (3), hot water tank (4), insulated water tank (5), milk tubes (6) and nipples (7) are characterized in that: the top of the box body (1) is provided with powder hopper (2), the middle part of the box body (1) is provided with stirring cup (3) and hot water tank (4), the stirring cup (3) and hot water tank (4) are connected, the stirring cup (3) is located below the powder hopper (2), a number of milk tubes (6) are evenly provided at the bottom of the stirring cup (3), and nipples (7) are provided at the end of each milk tube (6). The insulated water tank (5) is connected to the hot water tank (4) through a water pipe.

2. The automatic lamb feeder according to claim 1, characterized in that: A float valve is installed at the inlet pipe (501) of the insulated water tank (5).

3. The automatic lamb feeder according to claim 2, characterized in that: The top of the housing (1) is fixedly connected to a powder hopper seat (101), and the powder hopper (2) is fixedly installed on the powder hopper seat (101).

4. The automatic lamb feeder according to claim 3, characterized in that: The bottom of the housing (1) is provided with an adjustment bracket (104) for adjusting the height.

5. An automatic lamb feeder according to claim 4, characterized in that: A mounting bracket (105) is fixedly connected to the middle of the box body (1), and the stirring cup (3) can be detachably installed on the mounting bracket (105).

6. An automatic lamb feeder according to claim 5, characterized in that: A solenoid valve (503) is fixedly connected to the water pipe (502) of the insulated water tank (5).

7. An automatic lamb feeder according to claim 6, characterized in that: An operation panel (102) and a handle (103) are fixedly connected to the outer wall of the housing (1).

8. An automatic lamb feeder according to claim 7, characterized in that: Temperature sensors are installed inside both the mixing cup (3) and the hot water tank (4), and a heating film is installed at the bottom of the mixing cup (3).

9. An automatic lamb feeder according to claim 8, characterized in that: The powder hopper (2) is equipped with a powder dispensing device at the bottom.

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