Intelligent bottle cap for monitoring water samples

Abstract

The utility model provides a kind of intelligent bottle cap of monitoring water sample, the intelligent bottle cap of monitoring water sample includes outer cover, inner cover, sliding cover, conical sealing portion, sealing ring and elastic member.The utility model is slid by being provided with sliding cover in outer cover inside, conical sealing portion is installed on sliding cover, and sealing ring is installed between sliding cover and outer cover.In free state, sliding cover is resisted by the effect of elastic member and is abutted on sealing ring, to make sliding cover and outer cover realize sealing effect.And when outer cover is installed to sampling bottle, the conical sealing portion on sliding cover slides into the inside of the bottle mouth of sampling bottle, and realizes sealing connection with the bottle mouth of sampling bottle, at this moment, even if sliding cover moves upward also can avoid sample in the inside of sampling bottle to flow out.Sealing ring and the setting of conical sealing portion can realize the sealing switching of free state and working state, avoid sample to flow into outer cover inside to damage internal structural member and electrical element, improve the service life of bottle cap.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of water sample collection technology, specifically relating to an intelligent bottle cap for monitoring water samples. Background Technology

[0002] After the unmanned sampling system automatically collects water samples, the samples are transported to the laboratory by courier companies or other organizations for analysis. During transport, the sampling bottles are not allowed to be opened. However, the process involves multiple people and vehicles handling the samples, making it easy for the bottle caps to loosen or be opened. Upon arrival at the laboratory, researchers cannot determine whether the sampling bottles have been opened. Therefore, smart caps are typically installed on the sampling bottles to monitor for opening and generate records, allowing researchers to access the information later.

[0003] However, in most existing smart bottle caps, during use, the sample in the sampling bottle can easily flow into the inside of the cap, damaging the internal components and affecting the lifespan of the cap. Utility Model Content

[0004] This utility model provides a smart bottle cap for monitoring water samples, which aims to solve the problem in the prior art where samples easily flow into the bottle cap during use, affecting the lifespan of the bottle cap.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is: to provide a smart bottle cap for monitoring water samples, comprising:

[0006] Outer cover;

[0007] The inner cover is installed on top of the outer cover;

[0008] A sliding cover is slidably disposed at the bottom end of the outer cover along the axial direction of the outer cover. The outer cover is provided with a support platform for supporting the sliding cover, and the bottom end of the sliding cover is provided with a conical sealing part for sealing connection with the mouth of the sampling bottle.

[0009] A sealing ring is installed on the support platform to achieve a seal between the sliding cover and the support platform;

[0010] An elastic element is installed between the inner cover and the sliding cover to push the sliding cover toward the support platform.

[0011] In one possible implementation, a reed switch is installed on the inner wall of the outer cover, and a magnet for triggering the reed switch is installed on the sliding cover.

[0012] In one possible implementation, a mounting platform is provided protruding on the inner wall of the outer cover, and the reed switch is mounted on the mounting platform.

[0013] In one possible implementation, when the inner cover is installed inside the outer cover, the bottom end of the inner cover abuts against the top of the mounting platform.

[0014] In one possible implementation, a guide post for guiding the sliding cover to slide is installed between the support platform and the inner cover, and the elastic element is fitted on the outside of the guide post.

[0015] In one possible implementation, the inner wall of the outer cover is provided with an anti-rotation rib to prevent the sliding cover from rotating, and the sliding cover is provided with an anti-rotation groove that slides with the anti-rotation rib.

[0016] In one possible implementation, the outer ring of the sealing ring is attached to the inner wall of the outer cover.

[0017] In one possible implementation, a recording module for recording the working state of the reed switch is installed inside the inner cover, and the inner cover includes a top cover and a center sleeve, the top cover and the center sleeve forming an installation space for installing the recording module.

[0018] In one possible implementation, a temperature sensor for monitoring the internal temperature of the sampling bottle is installed inside the conical seal, and the temperature sensor is sealed inside the conical seal.

[0019] The solution shown in this application, compared with the prior art, features an outer cover with a threaded hole at its bottom for connecting to a sampling bottle, and a support platform above the threaded hole. A sliding cover is slidably mounted inside the outer cover, abutting against the mouth of the sampling bottle. An inner cover is fixedly mounted on top of the outer cover, sealed to the outer cover with adhesive. A sealing ring is mounted on the support platform, and an elastic element is installed between the inner cover and the sliding cover. In the free state, the sliding cover, under the action of the elastic element, abuts against the sealing ring, thus achieving a sealing effect between the sliding cover and the outer cover. When the outer cover is installed on the sampling bottle, the conical sealing part on the sliding cover slides into the mouth of the sampling bottle, achieving a sealed connection. Even if the sliding cover moves upward, it prevents the sample inside the sampling bottle from flowing out. The sealing ring and conical sealing part allow for seamless switching between the free and working states, preventing sample from flowing into the outer cover and damaging internal structural and electrical components, thus improving the lifespan of the bottle cap. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1A side sectional view of a smart bottle cap for monitoring water samples provided in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the outer cover provided in an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0022] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0023] 1. Outer cover; 11. Mounting platform; 12. Anti-rotation rib; 2. Inner cover; 21. Top cover; 22. Center sleeve; 3. Sliding cover; 4. Sealing ring; 5. Elastic element; 6. Reed switch; 7. Magnet; 8. Guide post; 9. Recording module; 10. Temperature sensor. Detailed Implementation

[0024] To make the technical problems, technical solutions, and beneficial effects of this utility model clearer, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the present utility model and are not intended to limit the present utility model.

[0025] Please refer to the following: Figure 1 and Figure 2 The present invention provides a smart bottle cap for monitoring water samples. The smart bottle cap for monitoring water samples includes an outer cap 1, an inner cap 2, a sliding cap 3, a sealing ring 4, and an elastic element 5. The inner cap 2 is installed at the top of the outer cap 1; the sliding cap 3 is slidably disposed at the bottom of the outer cap 1 along its axial direction, and the outer cap 1 has a support platform for supporting the sliding cap 3. The bottom of the sliding cap 3 has a conical sealing part for sealing connection with the mouth of the sampling bottle; the sealing ring 4 is installed on the support platform to achieve a seal between the sliding cap 3 and the support platform; the elastic element 5 is installed between the inner cap 2 and the sliding cap 3 to push the sliding cap 3 towards the support platform.

[0026] The smart bottle cap for monitoring water samples provided in this embodiment, compared with the prior art, features an outer cap 1 with a threaded hole at its bottom for connecting to a sampling bottle, and a support platform above the threaded hole. A sliding cover 3 is slidably mounted inside the outer cap 1, abutting against the mouth of the sampling bottle. An inner cap 2 is fixedly mounted on top of the outer cap 1, sealed to it with adhesive. A sealing ring 4 is mounted on the support platform, and an elastic element 5 is installed between the inner cap 2 and the sliding cover 3. In its free state, the sliding cover 3, under the action of the elastic element 5, abuts against the sealing ring 4, thus achieving a seal between the sliding cover 3 and the outer cap 1. When the outer cap 1 is installed on the sampling bottle, the conical sealing part on the sliding cover 3 slides into the mouth of the sampling bottle, achieving a sealed connection. Even if the sliding cover 3 moves upward, it prevents the sample inside the sampling bottle from flowing out. By using the sealing ring 4 and the conical sealing part, the sealing switch between the free state and the working state can be realized, which can prevent the sample from flowing into the inner part of the outer cap 1 and damaging the internal structural parts and electrical components, thereby improving the service life of the cap.

[0027] Specifically, in this embodiment, in the free state, the sliding cover 3 is pressed against the sealing ring 4 by the elastic element 5 to achieve a seal between the sliding cover 3 and the outer cover 1. During the process of installing the outer cover 1 onto the mouth of the sampling bottle, the conical sealing part first presses against the mouth of the sampling bottle to achieve a seal with the mouth of the sampling bottle, and then moves upward by the push of the mouth. Before the sliding cover 3 is separated from the sealing ring 4, the conical sealing part first achieves a seal with the mouth of the sampling bottle, thereby preventing the sample from flowing into the interior of the outer cover 1.

[0028] In some embodiments, the outer cover 1 may be as follows: Figure 1 , Figure 2 The structure shown. See also... Figure 1 , Figure 2 A reed switch 6 is installed on the inner wall of the outer cover 1, and a magnet 7 is installed on the sliding cover 3 to trigger the reed switch 6. The reed switch 6 is fixedly installed on the inner wall of the outer cover 1, and the magnet 7 is fixedly installed on the opposite side of the sliding cover 3. When the outer cover 1 is installed on the sampling bottle, the mouth of the sampling bottle pushes the sliding cover 3 upward, causing the magnet 7 to move to the height of the reed switch 6, thus triggering the reed switch 6 to the working state. When the outer cover 1 is later removed from the sampling bottle, the sliding cover 3 slides downward under the action of the elastic element 5, causing the magnet 7 to disengage from the reed switch 6, and the reed switch 6 switches its working state, thus generating a record. Later, when the experimenter observes the record, they can observe the corresponding opening record.

[0029] Specifically, in this embodiment, the method and manner of recording the working state of the reed switch 6, as well as the method of acquiring the record in the later stage, all adopt existing technologies and are not the content protected by this application, and will not be described in detail here.

[0030] In some embodiments, the outer cover 1 may be as follows: Figure 1 , Figure 2 The structure shown. See also... Figure 1 , Figure 2 A mounting platform 11 protrudes from the inner wall of the outer cover 1, and a reed switch 6 is mounted on the mounting platform 11. The mounting platform 11 protrudes from the inner wall of the outer cover 1, and a mounting groove for mounting the reed switch 6 is provided on the top of the mounting platform 11. A clearance groove for avoiding the mounting platform 11 is recessed on one side of the sliding cover 3 corresponding to the mounting platform 11, and the mounting platform 11 is slidably disposed inside the clearance groove.

[0031] Preferably, in this embodiment, the wall thickness of the mounting platform 11 on the outer cover is less than the wall thickness of the support platform, so that the support platform protrudes to accommodate the sealing ring 4. The sealing ring 4 has a clearance notch to avoid the mounting platform 11, but it still overlaps the support platform. Thus, when the sliding cover 3 abuts against the support platform, the circumference of the sliding cover 3 is sealed to the support platform.

[0032] In some embodiments, the inner cover 2 may be adopted as follows: Figure 1 , Figure 2 The structure shown. See also... Figure 1 , Figure 2 When the inner cover 2 is installed inside the outer cover 1, the bottom end of the inner cover 2 abuts against the top of the mounting platform 11. When the inner cover 2 is installed inside the outer cover 1, it slides from the top of the outer cover 1 into the outer cover 1. Furthermore, the inner cover 2 can abut against the top of the mounting platform 11, thereby limiting the installation position of the inner cover 2 and facilitating its installation.

[0033] Specifically, in this embodiment, when the inner cover 2 abuts against the top of the mounting platform 11, the top surface of the inner cover 2 is flush with the top surface of the outer cover 1.

[0034] Specifically, in this embodiment, the inner cover 2 and the outer cover 1 are fixedly connected by adhesive. Furthermore, the use of adhesive to seal both the inner cover 2 and the outer cover 1 improves the sealing effect between them.

[0035] In some embodiments, the aforementioned support platform may adopt the following... Figure 1 , Figure 2 The structure shown. See also... Figure 1 , Figure 2A guide post 8 for guiding the sliding cover 3 is installed between the support platform and the inner cover 2, and an elastic element 5 is fitted onto the outside of the guide post 8. Mounting holes for installing the guide post 8 are provided on both the support platform and the inner cover 2. The two ends of the guide post 8 are inserted into the mounting holes on the support platform and the inner cover 2, respectively. A clearance notch is also provided on the sealing ring 4 to allow the guide post 8 to pass. When installing the guide post 8, it can be placed into the mounting hole on the support platform first, then the sliding cover 3 and the elastic element 5 can be installed, and finally the inner cover 2 can be installed inside the outer cover 1. The structure is simple and facilitates the installation of multiple components inside the outer cover 1.

[0036] In some embodiments, the outer cover 1 may be as follows: Figure 1 , Figure 2 The structure shown. See also... Figure 1 , Figure 2 The inner wall of the outer cover 1 has a protruding anti-rotation rib 12 to prevent the sliding cover 3 from rotating. The sliding cover 3 has an anti-rotation groove that slides with the anti-rotation rib 12. At least one anti-rotation rib 12 protrudes from the inner wall of the outer cover 1, and the sliding cover 3 also has an anti-rotation groove corresponding to the anti-rotation rib 12. This ensures that the sliding cover 3 can only slide along the axial direction of the outer cover 1 inside the outer cover 1. Furthermore, when the outer cover 1 needs to be installed at the mouth of the sampling bottle or removed from the mouth of the sampling bottle, there is a certain friction between the conical sealing part and the mouth of the sampling bottle. Since the conical sealing part is fixedly installed on the sliding cover 3, this will exert a certain directional force on the sliding cover 3. The anti-rotation rib 12 improves the stability of the sliding cover 3's position and prevents relative rotation of the sliding cover 3 from affecting the accuracy of the guide post 8.

[0037] In some embodiments, the sealing ring 4 can be adopted as follows: Figure 1 , Figure 2 The structure shown. See also... Figure 1 , Figure 2 The outer ring of the sealing ring 4 is attached to the inner wall of the outer cover 1. A sealing connection is formed between the outer ring of the sealing ring 4 and the inner wall of the outer cover 1. In the free state, the outer diameter of the sealing ring 4 is larger than the inner diameter of the outer cover 1. When the sliding cover 3 is lifted and detached from the sealing ring 4 on the support platform, a gap can easily form between the sealing ring 4 and the support platform, allowing the sample to easily flow into the interior of the outer cover 1 through this gap. In this embodiment, by using a sealing ring 4 with an outer diameter larger than the inner diameter of the outer cover 1, the outer ring of the sealing ring 4 can be pressed against the inner wall of the outer cover 1, achieving a seal between the outer ring of the sealing ring 4 and the inner wall of the outer cover 1. This prevents the sample from flowing into the interior of the outer cover 1 through the gap between the sealing ring 4 and the support platform.

[0038] In some embodiments, the inner cover 2 may be adopted as follows: Figure 1 , Figure 2 The structure shown. See also... Figure 1 , Figure 2 The inner cover 2 houses a recording module 9 for recording the working state of the reed switch 6. The inner cover 2 includes a top cover 21 and a central sleeve 22, which together form an installation space for the recording module 9. A guide portion protrudes from the top of the central sleeve 22 and slides within the inner hole of the top cover 21, thereby positioning the relative position between the top cover 21 and the central sleeve 22. The recording module 9 is mounted using a circuit board mounting method and encapsulated within the installation space. The structure is simple and facilitates the initial installation of the recording module 9.

[0039] Specifically, in this embodiment, the reed switch 6 is electrically connected to the recording module 9. This is used to write the operating state of the reed switch 6 into the recording module 9, facilitating later retrieval of the reed switch 6's operating state switching records by experimental personnel.

[0040] In some embodiments, the conical seal may be adopted as follows: Figure 1 , Figure 2 The structure shown. See also... Figure 1 , Figure 2 A temperature sensor 10 for monitoring the internal temperature of the sampling bottle is installed inside the conical sealing part. The temperature sensor 10 is sealed inside the conical sealing part. A mounting hole for installing the temperature sensor 10 is provided on the side of the conical sealing part near the inner cover 2. The temperature sensor 10 is placed inside the mounting hole and fixed inside the conical sealing part by potting and sealing. When the outer cover 1 is installed onto the mouth of the sampling bottle, the conical sealing part preferentially enters the mouth of the sampling bottle and can expel air from the mouth. Simultaneously, when the outer cover 1 is fixed to the mouth, the conical sealing part is always immersed inside the sample. This allows for real-time monitoring of the sample temperature.

[0041] Specifically, in this embodiment, the temperature sensor 10 is electrically connected to the recording module 9, and the detected temperature can be recorded and written into the recording module 9.

[0042] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A smart bottle cap for monitoring water samples, characterized in that, include: Outer cover (1); Inner cover (2), installed on top of the outer cover (1); A sliding cover (3) is slidably disposed at the bottom end of the outer cover (1) along the axial direction of the outer cover (1). The outer cover (1) is provided with a support platform for supporting the sliding cover (3). The bottom end of the sliding cover (3) is provided with a conical sealing part for sealing connection with the mouth of the sampling bottle. A sealing ring (4) is installed on the support platform to achieve a seal between the sliding cover (3) and the support platform; An elastic element (5) is installed between the inner cover (2) and the sliding cover (3) to push the sliding cover (3) to move closer to the support platform.

2. The smart bottle cap for monitoring water samples as described in claim 1, characterized in that, A reed switch (6) is installed on the inner wall of the outer cover (1), and a magnet (7) for triggering the working state of the reed switch (6) is installed on the sliding cover (3).

3. The smart bottle cap for monitoring water samples as described in claim 2, characterized in that, An mounting platform (11) is provided on the inner wall of the outer cover (1), and the magnetic reed switch (6) is mounted on the mounting platform (11).

4. The smart bottle cap for monitoring water samples as described in claim 3, characterized in that, When the inner cover (2) is installed inside the outer cover (1), the bottom end of the inner cover (2) abuts against the top of the mounting platform (11).

5. The smart bottle cap for monitoring water samples as described in claim 1, characterized in that, A guide post (8) for guiding the sliding cover (3) to slide is installed between the support platform and the inner cover (2), and the elastic element (5) is fitted on the outside of the guide post (8).

6. The smart bottle cap for monitoring water samples as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The inner wall of the outer cover (1) is provided with an anti-rotation rib (12) to prevent the sliding cover (3) from rotating, and the sliding cover (3) is provided with an anti-rotation groove that slides with the anti-rotation rib (12).

7. The smart bottle cap for monitoring water samples as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The outer ring of the sealing ring (4) is attached to the inner wall of the outer cover (1).

8. The smart bottle cap for monitoring water samples as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The inner cover (2) is equipped with a recording module (9) for recording the working state of the reed switch (6), and the inner cover (2) includes a top cover (21) and a center sleeve (22). The top cover (21) and the center sleeve (22) form an installation space for installing the recording module (9).

9. The smart bottle cap for monitoring water samples as described in claim 8, characterized in that, A temperature sensor (10) for monitoring the internal temperature of the sampling bottle is installed inside the conical sealing part, and the temperature sensor (10) is sealed inside the conical sealing part.

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