Hive microenvironment regulation device and hive

Abstract

The embodiment of the utility model provides a kind of beehive microenvironment regulation and control equipment and beehive, it is related to beehive equipment technical field.The beehive microenvironment regulation and control equipment includes data monitoring module, control module and environment regulation and control module, control module is connected with data monitoring module and environment regulation and control module respectively.Through the monitoring module installed in beehive to detect environmental data, control module is analyzed and handled according to environmental data, adjusts environment regulation and control module, and then the microenvironment in beehive is regulated.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of beehive equipment technology, specifically to a beehive microenvironment control device and a beehive. Background Technology

[0002] Bumblebees, as important pollinating insects, have advantages such as large size, strong foraging ability, visiting a wide variety of flowers, and being less prone to collisions with hives. However, compared to honeybees, their social structure is not as rigorous and regular. Honeybee colonies have complex social divisions of labor and actively regulate the temperature and humidity within the colony. When the external temperature is too high, honeybees can ensure the stability of the colony's microenvironment by collecting water for evaporation or by huddling together for heating. Bumblebees, however, are less social than honeybees and do not exhibit huddling behavior within their colonies. When the colony temperature is too high, some individuals often leave the hive and burrow into the soil or fly to vents to cool down. The colony lacks an effective means of heat dissipation. Therefore, regulating the microenvironment of bumblebee hives is crucial.

[0003] However, in existing greenhouse facilities, mechanical hygrometers and mercury thermometers are used to monitor the temperature and humidity of the overall environment. For pollinating bumblebees, there is currently no separate device to regulate the temperature and humidity of the microenvironment within the pollinating bumblebee colony, and frequent opening of the hive reduces the pollination effect. Utility Model Content

[0004] In view of this, the purpose of this utility model embodiment is to provide a beehive microenvironment control device and a beehive to at least partially improve the above-mentioned problems.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution adopted in this utility model embodiment is as follows:

[0006] In a first aspect, this utility model provides a beehive microenvironment control device, including a data monitoring module, a control module, and an environmental control module; the control module is connected to the data monitoring module and the environmental control module respectively.

[0007] Optionally, the data monitoring module includes a temperature and humidity sensor, a CO2 concentration sensor, and an acceleration sensor.

[0008] Optionally, the number of temperature and humidity sensors is eight; wherein, four of the temperature and humidity sensors are respectively disposed on the side walls near the four top corners of the target beehive, two of the temperature and humidity sensors are respectively disposed on the center of the front and rear walls of the target beehive, and two of the temperature and humidity sensors are disposed on one side wall of the honeycomb near the target beehive and near the bottom of the target beehive.

[0009] Optionally, the four temperature and humidity sensors near the four apex corners are 2 cm away from the top cover of the target beehive.

[0010] Optionally, the CO2 concentration sensor is mounted on a support post fixed to the bottom of the target beehive and located above the honeycomb of the target beehive.

[0011] Optionally, the CO2 concentration sensor is located 2 cm above the honeycomb of the target beehive.

[0012] Optionally, the acceleration sensor is located at one of the bottom corners of the target beehive.

[0013] Optionally, the environmental control module includes a fan and heating fins; multiple strong magnets are provided on the side of the heating fins that connects to the top cover of the target beehive; the multiple strong magnets and the multiple strong magnets on the top cover of the target beehive fix the environmental control module to the top cover of the target beehive.

[0014] Optionally, the heating fins include a plurality of parallel metal plates and a hollow portion.

[0015] Secondly, embodiments of this utility model provide a beehive, including the beehive microenvironment control device as described in any of the preceding claims.

[0016] This utility model provides a beehive microenvironment control device and beehive. A monitoring module installed inside the beehive detects environmental data, and a control module analyzes and processes this data to adjust the environmental control module, thereby regulating the microenvironment within the beehive. By analyzing CO2 concentration data, acceleration data, and offset angle, the control module can determine the current state of the bee colony. Temperature and humidity sensors accurately collect data within the beehive. A CO2 concentration sensor positioned above the hive ensures accurate monitoring of CO2 concentration while avoiding airflow near the hive entrance. The environmental control module is connected to the beehive cover using five strong magnets for easy maintenance and disassembly. The heating fins feature a multi-parallel metal plate structure with open sections between the plates to facilitate airflow. During heating, these plates act as heating resistors, and the temperature is controlled by adjusting the power output to the metal fins. This beehive microenvironment control device can precisely regulate the beehive's microenvironment and promptly assess and warn of the bee colony's condition.

[0017] To make the above-mentioned objectives, features and advantages of this application more apparent and understandable, preferred embodiments are described below in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0018] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of this utility model and should not be regarded as a limitation on the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0019] Figure 1 A schematic structural block diagram of a beehive microenvironment control device provided for an embodiment of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 2 Another schematic structural block diagram of a beehive microenvironment control device provided for an embodiment of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 3 An installation diagram of a beehive microenvironment control device provided for an embodiment of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 4 This is a top view of a heating fin provided for an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0023] Icons: 100- Beehive microenvironment control device; 110- Control module; 120- Data monitoring module; 121- Temperature and humidity sensor; 122- CO2 concentration sensor; 123- Acceleration sensor; 130- Environmental control module; 131- Fan; 132- Heating fins; 1321- Metal plate; 1322- Hollowed-out section; 20- Target beehive; 21- Honeycomb; 22- Support column. Detailed Implementation

[0024] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, and not all embodiments. The components of the embodiments of this utility model described and shown in the accompanying drawings can generally be arranged and designed in various different configurations.

[0025] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of the present invention provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed invention, but merely to illustrate selected embodiments of the invention. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present invention without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0026] It should be noted that similar reference numerals and letters in the following figures indicate similar items; therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it does not need to be further defined and explained in subsequent figures. Furthermore, in the description of this utility model, terms such as "first," "second," etc., are used only to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0027] It should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus. Without further limitations, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes said element.

[0028] As described in the background section, in existing greenhouse facilities, mechanical hygrometers and mercury thermometers are used to monitor the temperature and humidity of the greenhouse environment. For pollinating bumblebees, there is currently no device to separately adjust the temperature and humidity of the microenvironment within the pollinating bumblebee colony, and frequent opening of the box will reduce the pollination effect of the bumblebees.

[0029] Based on the above, this utility model embodiment provides a beehive microenvironment control device and a beehive. By installing a monitoring module inside the beehive to detect environmental data, and a control module to analyze and process the environmental data, the environmental control module is adjusted, thereby controlling the microenvironment inside the beehive.

[0030] The following is an exemplary description of the beehive microenvironment control device provided by this utility model. See [link to documentation]. Figure 1 The beehive microenvironment control device 100 includes a data monitoring module 120, a control module 110, and an environmental control module 130. The control module 110 is connected to both the data monitoring module 120 and the environmental control module 130. The data monitoring module 120 monitors and collects environmental data within the target beehive and transmits it to the control module 110. The control module 110 receives the environmental data and, based on the data and a preset environmental control strategy, generates adjustment commands and sends these commands to the environmental control module 130. The environmental control module 130 receives the adjustment commands and regulates the microenvironment of the target beehive according to these commands.

[0031] The beehive microenvironment control device 100 consists of three parts: a data monitoring module 120, a control module 110, and an environmental control module 130. These parts are connected to form a complete system to monitor and control the microenvironment inside the beehive.

[0032] The main task of the monitoring module is to monitor and collect various environmental data inside the beehive in real time, such as temperature, humidity, and light intensity. After the data collection is completed, the monitoring module will transmit these data to the control module 110.

[0033] The control module 110 receives data from the data monitoring module 120 and, based on this data and a pre-set environmental control strategy, determines how to adjust the environment inside the beehive. According to the specific environmental data and control strategy, the control module 110 generates corresponding adjustment commands. For example, if the temperature inside the beehive is detected to be too high, the control module 110 may generate a command to lower the temperature. The control module 110 is responsible for sending the generated adjustment commands to the environmental control module 130.

[0034] After receiving the adjustment command from the control module 110, the environmental control module 130 executes specific control operations to achieve the desired environmental conditions. This may include turning heaters, fans, and other devices on or off. In this way, the environmental control module 130 can effectively regulate and maintain the microenvironment within the hive, ensuring that the bee colony lives in a suitable environment.

[0035] In one possible implementation, to monitor richer environmental data within the target beehive and more precisely regulate its microenvironment, see [reference needed]. Figure 2 The data monitoring module 120 may include a temperature and humidity sensor 121, a CO2 concentration sensor 122, and an acceleration sensor 123. The temperature and humidity sensor 121 is used to collect temperature and humidity data inside the target beehive at a preset frequency; the CO2 concentration sensor 122 is used to collect CO2 concentration data inside the target beehive at a preset frequency; and the acceleration sensor 123 is used to collect acceleration data of bee colony vibration and the offset angle of the target beehive at a preset frequency.

[0036] Temperature and humidity sensor 121 periodically collects temperature and humidity data inside the target beehive 20 at a preset frequency (e.g., every 3 minutes). CO2 concentration sensor 122 similarly collects carbon dioxide concentration data inside the target beehive 20 at the same preset frequency. Accelerometer 123 collects acceleration data of bee colony vibration at the same preset frequency. This vibration data reflects the behavior patterns and activity intensity of the bee colony. Accelerometer 123 also simultaneously detects the tilt or movement of the beehive, i.e., the offset angle of the beehive, to ensure the stability of the beehive. By integrating temperature and humidity sensor 121, CO2 concentration sensor 122, and acceleration sensor 123 into data monitoring module 120, beehive microenvironment control device 100 can comprehensively and in real-time monitor key environmental parameters inside the beehive. This data not only helps to automatically adjust the microenvironment inside the target beehive but also provides beekeepers with valuable reference information to help them better manage and maintain bee colony health and improve honey production and quality.

[0037] To comprehensively monitor the temperature and humidity inside the target beehive, see [link / reference]. Figure 3 The number of temperature and humidity sensors 121 can be eight. Four temperature and humidity sensors 121 are respectively set on the side wall near the four top corners of the target beehive 20, two temperature and humidity sensors 121 are respectively set on the center of the front and rear walls of the target beehive 20, and two temperature and humidity sensors 121 are set on one side wall of the honeycomb 21 near the target beehive 20 and near the bottom of the target beehive 20.

[0038] Setting the number of temperature and humidity sensors 121 to eight and distributing them at different locations in the target beehive 20 can significantly improve the comprehensiveness and accuracy of environmental monitoring. One temperature and humidity sensor 121 is placed on each of the four side walls near the four top corners of the target beehive 20. These sensors can monitor the temperature and humidity at the four corners of the top of the beehive, ensuring complete collection of environmental data for the entire upper space. One temperature and humidity sensor 121 is placed at the center of each of the front and rear walls of the target beehive 20. These two sensors are responsible for monitoring the temperature and humidity in the middle of the beehive, which is usually where bees are most active; therefore, the data is crucial for understanding the environment of the core area of ​​the bee colony. Two temperature and humidity sensors 121 are placed on a side wall near the hive 21 and close to the bottom of the hive. The bottom is a region within the beehive that is highly sensitive to temperature and humidity changes, especially in the absence of heating equipment or poor ventilation, where high humidity or low temperature zones can easily form. The temperature and humidity sensors 121 close to the hive 21 can directly monitor the environment around the hive 21.

[0039] Optionally, four temperature and humidity sensors near the four apex corners are positioned 2 cm from the top cover of the target beehive.

[0040] To accurately monitor CO2 concentration data of the bee colony while reasonably avoiding airflow near the entrance of hive 21 inside target hive 20, see [reference needed]. Figure 3 The CO2 concentration sensor 122 is mounted on a support column 22 fixed to the bottom of the target beehive 20 and is located above the honeycomb 21 of the target beehive 20.

[0041] Hive 21 is where bumblebees are most active and respire most intensely, producing a large amount of CO2. The support post 22, fixed to the bottom of the hive, provides a stable installation position that is not easily disturbed by external factors. Placing the sensor directly above hive 21 (e.g., 2cm above hive 21) allows for direct monitoring of the CO2 produced by bee respiration, ensuring that the data reflects the true situation in the core area of ​​the hive. Furthermore, the hive entrance is the main passage for bumblebees to enter and exit hive 21 and is also an important area for air circulation. Airflow near the hive entrance can cause instantaneous changes in local temperature, humidity, and CO2 concentration. These changes may not reflect the true environment inside the hive but are temporary fluctuations caused by airflow. Avoiding this area can prevent these interferences, ensuring that the data collected by the CO2 concentration sensor 122 is more stable and accurate.

[0042] Optionally, the CO2 concentration sensor can be located 2 cm above the honeycomb of the target beehive.

[0043] To facilitate the capture of vibration acceleration signals generated by bumblebees' wing flapping within the hive and to obtain the offset angles of the target beehive along the X, Y, and Z axes, please refer to... Figure 3 The accelerometer 123 can be set at one of the bottom corners of the target beehive 20.

[0044] The bottom corner provides a stable installation platform, reducing the displacement of the accelerometer 123 caused by the movement of the target beehive 20 or external factors, ensuring the accuracy of long-term monitoring. Compared with the top or side wall, the bottom corner is less affected by external air flow, direct sunlight and other factors, and can more accurately capture the tiny vibration signals generated by the bumblebee's wing flapping.

[0045] To facilitate the control of the microenvironment within the target beehive 20, one possible implementation method is to continue reading... Figure 3 The environmental control module 130 may include a fan 131 and heating fins 132. Multiple strong magnets are disposed on the side of the heating fins 132 that connects to the top cover of the target beehive 20. These strong magnets, together with the multiple strong magnets on the top cover of the target beehive 20, fix the environmental control module 130 to the top cover of the target beehive 20. The fan 131 controls its own speed according to adjustment commands to regulate the airflow speed inside the target beehive 20. The heating fins 132 control their own power according to adjustment commands to regulate the temperature inside the target beehive 20.

[0046] The fan 131 controls its own speed according to the adjustment command, thereby regulating the airflow speed inside the beehive. By adjusting the speed of the fan 131, air circulation inside the beehive can be effectively improved, CO2 concentration can be reduced, and fresh air supply can be ensured. In high-temperature environments, the fan 131 can remove heat by accelerating airflow, helping to lower the temperature inside the beehive. The heating fins 132 control their own power according to the adjustment command to regulate the temperature inside the beehive. In cold seasons or low-temperature environments, the heating fins 132 can increase the temperature inside the beehive by increasing the power, ensuring that bumblebees can move within a suitable temperature range. By adjusting the power of the heating fins 132 in conjunction with the fan starting (at low speed), a gentle and even heating can be achieved, enabling precise control of the temperature inside the beehive and preventing it from becoming too cold.

[0047] Multiple strong magnets are provided on the side of the heating fin 132 that connects to the top cover of the target beehive 20. These strong magnets cooperate with the multiple strong magnets on the top cover of the target beehive 20 to firmly fix the environmental control module 130 to the top cover of the beehive. The environmental control module 130 can be installed and removed quickly and easily using strong magnets without the need for complicated tools or screws. Moreover, the strong magnets provide a strong enough attraction force to ensure that the environmental control module 130 can work stably under various weather conditions and will not fall off due to wind or other external forces.

[0048] Optionally, see Figure 4 The heating fins 132 include a plurality of parallel metal plates 1321 and a hollow portion 1322.

[0049] The multiple parallel metal plates 1321 significantly increase the surface area in contact with air. A larger surface area means that more heat can be transferred to the surrounding environment through radiation and convection, thereby accelerating the heating rate and improving heating efficiency. The parallel metal plates 1321 can achieve uniform heating, ensuring a more even distribution of heat within the target beehive 20 and providing more stable and comfortable environmental conditions.

[0050] Furthermore, this embodiment of the present invention also provides a beehive, including the beehive microenvironment control device 100 as described above.

[0051] In summary, the beehive microenvironment control device and beehive provided by this utility model embodiment detect environmental data through a monitoring module installed inside the beehive, and the control module analyzes and processes the environmental data to adjust the environmental control module, thereby regulating the microenvironment inside the beehive. By analyzing CO2 concentration data, acceleration data, and offset angle, the control module can determine the current state of the bee colony. Temperature and humidity sensors accurately collect temperature and humidity data within the beehive. A CO2 concentration sensor positioned above the hive ensures accurate monitoring of CO2 concentration while avoiding airflow near the hive entrance. The environmental control module is connected to the beehive cover using five strong magnets, facilitating maintenance and disassembly. The heating fins employ a multi-parallel metal plate structure, promoting airflow and acting as heating resistors. Temperature is controlled by adjusting the power output to the metal fins. This beehive microenvironment control device can precisely regulate the beehive's microenvironment and promptly determine and warn of the bee colony's condition.

[0052] The above are merely preferred embodiments of this utility model and are not intended to limit the scope of this utility model. Various modifications and variations can be made to this utility model by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, or improvements made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0053] It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that this invention is not limited to the details of the exemplary embodiments described above, and that it can be implemented in other specific forms without departing from the spirit or essential characteristics of this invention. Therefore, the embodiments should be considered illustrative and non-limiting in all respects, and the scope of this invention is defined by the appended claims rather than the foregoing description. Thus, it is intended that all variations falling within the meaning and scope of equivalents of the claims be included within this invention. No reference numerals in the claims should be construed as limiting the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A beehive microenvironment control device, characterized in that, It includes eight temperature and humidity sensors, a CO2 concentration sensor, an acceleration sensor, a control module, a fan, and heating fins; the control module is connected to each of the temperature and humidity sensors, the CO2 concentration sensor, the acceleration sensor, the fan, and the heating fins respectively. The four temperature and humidity sensors are respectively set on the side walls near the four top corners of the target beehive, the two temperature and humidity sensors are respectively set on the center of the front and rear walls of the target beehive, and the two temperature and humidity sensors are set on one side wall of the honeycomb near the target beehive and near the bottom of the target beehive. Multiple strong magnets are provided on the side of the heating fin that connects to the top cover of the target beehive; the multiple strong magnets and the multiple strong magnets on the top cover of the target beehive fix the fan and the heating fins to the top cover of the target beehive.

2. The beehive microenvironment control device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The four temperature and humidity sensors near the four apex corners are 2 cm away from the top cover of the target beehive.

3. The beehive microenvironment control device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The CO2 concentration sensor is mounted on a support column fixed to the bottom of the target beehive and located above the honeycomb of the target beehive.

4. The beehive microenvironment control device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The CO2 concentration sensor is located 2 cm above the honeycomb of the target beehive.

5. The beehive microenvironment control device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The acceleration sensor is located at one of the bottom corners of the target beehive.

6. The beehive microenvironment control device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The heating fins include multiple parallel metal plates and hollow sections.

7. A beehive, characterized in that, Includes the beehive microenvironment control device as described in any one of claims 1 to 6.

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