A device for collecting litter in a riparian forest
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- BEIJING FORESTRY UNIVERSITY
- Filing Date
- 2025-07-31
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-26
AI Technical Summary
Existing riparian forest litter collection devices are prone to sample quality issues due to flooding, and the devices are easily moved, increasing the time spent by testing personnel in searching for them. In addition, the fixed size of the devices cannot adapt to different usage scenarios.
A collection device was designed, comprising a floating ring, an adjustment device, and a fixing device. The floating ring is made of waterproof foamed polyethylene material and provides buoyancy. The adjustment device is adjusted in size via a slide bar and a locking bar. The fixing device is secured to the ground by a rope and positioning pins to prevent the device from shifting.
It effectively prevents waterlogging of debris, reduces device relocation, simplifies device size adjustment, improves usability, and reduces the time spent by testing personnel.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of collection device technology, and in particular to a device for collecting litter from riverbank forests. Background Technology
[0002] Litter collection in valley forests typically employs litter collectors or ground sampling methods, placed at a certain height above the ground to avoid soil disturbance. Leaves and branches are collected periodically and separately. The collected litter is dried and weighed for analysis of nutrient content and decomposition rate. This data helps assess the forest ecosystem's carbon sequestration capacity, nutrient cycling status, and ecological restoration effectiveness.
[0003] 1. River valley forests are prone to flooding in spring and summer, and traditional litter collection devices are susceptible to sample flooding and device displacement. Flooded samples can negatively impact the final assessment data, hindering accurate evaluation of the forest ecosystem; device displacement also increases the time spent by personnel searching for the device.
[0004] 2. In existing technologies, the size of some collection devices is fixed and cannot be adjusted arbitrarily according to different usage scenarios. This makes the collection devices unable to meet actual usage needs. Utility Model Content
[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide a device for collecting litter from riparian forests, which can prevent the collected litter from being submerged by water, prevent the collection device from being displaced too far, reduce the time that inspectors spend searching for the device, and allow the size of the collection device to be adjusted according to the usage scenario, so as to better meet the actual use.
[0006] To achieve the above objectives, a device for collecting litter from riparian forests is provided, comprising a frame, an adjustment device on the top of the frame, a connecting ring fixedly connected to the outside of the frame, a floating ring fixedly connected to the middle of the connecting ring, fixing devices at the four lower corners of the frame, and positioning pins below the fixing devices.
[0007] The adjusting device includes a first hook for fixing the nylon net, a second hook for fixing the nylon net, a baffle for fixing the nylon net, and a rope for dragging and positioning the frame.
[0008] According to the aforementioned device for collecting litter from riparian forests, the adjusting device includes a connecting plate and a first fixing frame. A first hook is fixedly connected to the upper center of the connecting plate. A first locking rod is threadedly connected to the upper part of the first fixing frame. A first sliding rod is slidably connected inside the first fixing frame. A first locking hole is provided above the first sliding rod. A second fixing frame is fixedly connected to the outer end of the first sliding rod.
[0009] According to the aforementioned device for collecting litter from riverbank forests, a second locking rod is threadedly connected to the upper part of the second fixed frame, a second sliding rod is slidably connected inside the second fixed frame, a second locking hole is provided above the second sliding rod, a vertical rod is fixedly connected above the second sliding rod, a second hook is fixedly connected below the vertical rod, a third locking rod is threadedly connected to the upper part of the vertical rod, and a baffle is slidably connected above the third locking rod.
[0010] According to the aforementioned device for collecting litter from riparian forests, the connecting plate is fixedly connected to the frame, the first fixed frame is fixedly connected to the frame, the first locking rod corresponds to the first locking hole, and the second locking rod corresponds to the second locking hole.
[0011] According to the aforementioned device for collecting litter from riparian forests, the fixing device includes a connecting frame, a handle rotatably connected to the middle of the connecting frame, a take-up reel rotatably connected inside the connecting frame, a rope fixedly connected to the middle of the take-up reel, a connecting rod fixedly connected to the other end of the rope, a connecting chamber fixedly connected to the lower end of the connecting rod, a fixing plate fixedly connected below the connecting chamber, positioning holes penetrating through the four corners of the upper part of the fixing plate, and pins fixedly connected to the lower part of the fixing plate.
[0012] According to the aforementioned device for collecting litter from riparian forests, the connecting frame is located below the frame body and is fixedly connected to the frame body.
[0013] According to the aforementioned device for collecting litter from riparian forests, the throttle is fixedly connected to the take-up reel, and the connecting frame is slidably connected to the connecting compartment.
[0014] According to the aforementioned device for collecting litter from riparian forests, the positioning pin is located above the fixing plate, and the positioning pin corresponds to the positioning hole.
[0015] This utility model has the following beneficial effects:
[0016] 1. Compared with existing technologies, by incorporating a floating ring filled with foamed polyethylene, which has a closed-cell structure, is water-resistant and durable, and provides greater buoyancy, the buoyancy provided by the floating ring can support the frame, the adjusting device, and the materials inside the adjusting device. By incorporating a rope, when the floating ring floats up, the rope is automatically released. During this process, the rope connects the connecting chamber and the frame, so that when the water submerges the bottom of the fixing device, the floating ring and the device above it are less likely to move far, thus preventing the collected debris from being submerged and preventing the collection device from moving far.
[0017] 2. Compared with existing technologies, by providing a first fixed frame with a first sliding rod slidably connected inside, the operator can pull the first sliding rod after loosening the first locking rod; and by providing a second fixed frame with a second sliding rod slidably connected inside, the operator can pull the second sliding rod after loosening the second locking rod. This allows for adjustment of the device size, enabling the collection device to be adjusted according to the usage scenario, thus better meeting practical needs. Attached Figure Description
[0018] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments;
[0019] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of a litter collection device for riverbank forests according to the present invention;
[0020] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of an unfolded device for collecting litter from riparian forests according to the present invention;
[0021] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of a fixing device for collecting litter from riverbank forests according to the present invention.
[0022] Figure 4 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of an adjustment device for a riverbank forest litter collection device according to the present invention.
[0023] Legend:
[0024] 1. Frame; 2. Adjustment device; 3. Connecting ring; 4. Floating ring; 5. Fixing device; 6. Positioning pin;
[0025] 21. Connecting plate; 22. First hook; 23. First fixing frame; 24. First locking rod; 25. First sliding rod; 26. First locking hole; 27. Second fixing frame; 28. Second locking rod; 29. Second sliding rod; 210. Second locking hole; 211. Vertical rod; 212. Second hook; 213. Third locking rod; 214. Baffle; 51. Connecting frame; 52. Turn handle; 53. Take-up reel; 54. Rope; 55. Connecting rod; 56. Connecting compartment; 57. Fixing plate; 58. Positioning hole; 59. Pin. Detailed Implementation
[0026] This section will describe in detail the specific embodiments of the present utility model. The preferred embodiments of the present utility model are shown in the accompanying drawings. The purpose of the drawings is to supplement the textual description with graphics, so that people can intuitively and vividly understand each technical feature and the overall technical solution of the present utility model, but they should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of the present utility model.
[0027] Reference Figure 1-4 This utility model provides a device for collecting litter from riverbank forests, comprising a frame 1, an adjusting device 2 on the top of the frame 1, a connecting ring 3 fixedly connected to the outside of the frame 1, a floating ring 4 fixedly connected to the middle of the connecting ring 3, fixing devices 5 at the four lower corners of the frame 1, positioning nails 6 below the fixing devices 5, a first hook 22 for fixing a nylon net inside the adjusting device 2, a second hook 212 for fixing the nylon net inside the adjusting device 2, a baffle 214 for fixing the nylon net inside the adjusting device 2, and a rope 54 for dragging and positioning the frame 1 inside the fixing devices 5.
[0028] The above structure includes a frame 1, which supports the adjustment device 2, allows it to connect with the floating ring 4, and enables it to connect with the fixing device 5.
[0029] By incorporating a floating ring 4 filled with expanded polyethylene (PE), which serves as the internal filling material for a foam life ring, the floating ring 4 features a closed-cell structure that prevents water absorption and is durable, while also providing significant buoyancy. Furthermore, the adjusting device 2 is made of a lightweight material and collects fallen leaves, ensuring that the buoyancy provided by the floating ring 4 can support the frame 1, the adjusting device 2, and the material inside the adjusting device 2.
[0030] The adjusting device 2 includes a connecting plate 21 and a first fixing frame 23. A first hook 22 is fixedly connected to the upper center of the connecting plate 21. A first locking rod 24 is threadedly connected to the upper part of the first fixing frame 23. A first sliding rod 25 is slidably connected inside the first fixing frame 23. A first locking hole 26 is opened above the first sliding rod 25. A second fixing frame 27 is fixedly connected to the outer end of the first sliding rod 25. A second locking rod 28 is threadedly connected to the upper part of the second fixing frame 27. A second sliding rod 28 is slidably connected inside the second fixing frame 27. 9. A second lock hole 210 is provided above the second slide bar 29. A vertical bar 211 is fixedly connected above the second slide bar 29. A second hook 212 is fixedly connected below the vertical bar 211. A third lock bar 213 is threadedly connected above the vertical bar 211. A baffle 214 is slidably connected above the third lock bar 213. A connecting plate 21 is fixedly connected to the frame 1. A first fixed frame 23 is fixedly connected to the frame 1. A first lock bar 24 corresponds to a first lock hole 26. A second lock bar 28 corresponds to a second lock hole 210.
[0031] The above structure includes a first fixed frame 23, with a first locking rod 24 threadedly connected to the top of the first fixed frame 23. A first sliding rod 25 is slidably connected inside the first fixed frame 23, and a first locking hole 26 is provided above the first sliding rod 25. This allows the operator to loosen the first locking rod 24, extending it from the first locking hole 26. The operator can then pull the first sliding rod 25 to adjust the distance in the front-back direction of the adjusting device 2, i.e., the size of the adjusting device 2.
[0032] A second fixed frame 27 is provided, with a second locking rod 28 threadedly connected to the top of the second fixed frame 27. A second sliding rod 29 is slidably connected inside the second fixed frame 27, and a second locking hole 210 is provided above the second sliding rod 29. This allows the operator to loosen the second locking rod 28 and remove it from the second locking hole 210. At this time, the operator can pull the second sliding rod 29 to adjust the distance in the left and right directions of the adjusting device 2, that is, to adjust the size of the adjusting device 2.
[0033] The first hook 22 and the second hook 212 allow the operator to hang the nylon rope net above the adjusting device 2.
[0034] A third locking rod 213 is threadedly connected to the top of the vertical rod 211, and a baffle 214 is slidably connected above the third locking rod 213, allowing the operator to fix the upper side of the nylon rope net to the bottom of the baffle 214, and to fix the nylon rope net by tightening the third locking rod 213.
[0035] The fixing device 5 includes a connecting frame 51, a handle 52 rotatably connected to the middle of the connecting frame 51, a take-up reel 53 rotatably connected inside the connecting frame 51, a rope 54 fixedly connected to the middle of the take-up reel 53, a connecting rod 55 fixedly connected to the other end of the rope 54, a connecting chamber 56 fixedly connected to the lower end of the connecting rod 55, a fixing plate 57 fixedly connected to the lower part of the connecting chamber 56, positioning holes 58 penetrating through the four corners of the upper part of the fixing plate 57, and pins 59 fixedly connected to the lower part of the fixing plate 57. The connecting frame 51 is located below the frame 1 and is fixedly connected to the frame 1. The handle 52 is fixedly connected to the take-up reel 53. The connecting frame 51 and the connecting chamber 56 are slidably connected. The positioning pins 6 are located above the fixing plate 57 and correspond to the positioning holes 58.
[0036] The above structure includes a rope 54, which is a high-strength nylon rope. When the floating ring 4 floats up, the rope 54, which is wound around the take-up reel 53, automatically releases the line. As the water level rises, the rope 54 is automatically released. During this process, the rope 54 connects the connecting chamber 56 and the frame 1, so that when the water submerges the area below the fixing device 5, the floating ring 4 floating above the water surface and the device above it are not easy to move far.
[0037] The pins 59 allow operators to securely insert the fixing device 5 into the ground, anchoring the frame 1 and the floating ring 4. Positioning pins 6 are located above the fixing plate 57, corresponding to positioning holes 58. This allows operators to insert the positioning pins 6 into the positioning holes 58, and further into the ground, thus ensuring the fixing plate 57 is more stably fixed to the ground.
[0038] Working principle: This device for collecting litter in riparian forests is used by first fixing the fixing device 5 to the ground and nailing the positioning nails 6 into the ground. Then, the adjusting device 2 is adjusted according to the collection environment, and the corresponding nylon net is installed above the adjusting device 2. The litter can be collected through the nylon net.
[0039] The embodiments of the present utility model have been described in detail above with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the present utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. Within the scope of knowledge possessed by those skilled in the art, various changes can be made without departing from the spirit of the present utility model.
Claims
1. A device for collecting litter from riparian forests, characterized in that, Includes a frame (1), an adjustment device (2) is provided on the top of the frame (1), a connecting ring (3) is fixedly connected to the outside of the frame (1), a floating ring (4) is fixedly connected to the middle of the connecting ring (3), a fixing device (5) is provided at the four lower corners of the frame (1), and a positioning pin (6) is provided below the fixing device (5). The adjustment device (2) includes a first hook (22) for fixing the nylon net inside, a second hook (212) for fixing the nylon net inside, a baffle (214) for fixing the nylon net inside, and a rope (54) for dragging and positioning the frame (1) inside.
2. The device for collecting litter from riparian forests according to claim 1, characterized in that, The adjustment device (2) includes a connecting plate (21) and a first fixing frame (23). A first hook (22) is fixedly connected to the upper center of the connecting plate (21). A first locking rod (24) is threadedly connected to the upper part of the first fixing frame (23). A first sliding rod (25) is slidably connected inside the first fixing frame (23). A first locking hole (26) is opened above the first sliding rod (25). A second fixing frame (27) is fixedly connected to the outer end of the first sliding rod (25).
3. A device for collecting litter from riparian forests according to claim 2, characterized in that, The second fixed frame (27) is threadedly connected to the top of the second locking rod (28), and the second fixed frame (27) is slidably connected to the inside of the second sliding rod (29). The second sliding rod (29) is provided with a second locking hole (210) above the second sliding rod (29). The second sliding rod (211) is fixedly connected to the top of the second sliding rod (29). The second hook (212) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the vertical rod (211). The third locking rod (213) is threadedly connected to the top of the vertical rod (211). The baffle (214) is slidably connected to the top of the third locking rod (213).
4. A device for collecting litter from riparian forests according to claim 3, characterized in that, The connecting plate (21) is fixedly connected to the frame (1), the first fixed frame (23) is fixedly connected to the frame (1), the first locking rod (24) corresponds to the first locking hole (26), and the second locking rod (28) corresponds to the second locking hole (210).
5. A device for collecting litter from riparian forests according to claim 1, characterized in that, The fixing device (5) includes a connecting frame (51), a handle (52) is rotatably connected to the middle of the connecting frame (51), a take-up reel (53) is rotatably connected inside the connecting frame (51), a rope body (54) is fixedly connected to the middle of the take-up reel (53), a connecting rod (55) is fixedly connected to the other end of the rope body (54), a connecting chamber (56) is fixedly connected to the lower end of the connecting rod (55), a fixing plate (57) is fixedly connected to the lower part of the connecting chamber (56), a positioning hole (58) is provided through the four corners of the upper part of the fixing plate (57), and a pin (59) is fixedly connected to the lower part of the fixing plate (57).
6. A device for collecting litter from riparian forests according to claim 5, characterized in that, The connecting frame (51) is located below the frame (1), and the connecting frame (51) is fixedly connected to the frame (1).
7. A device for collecting litter from riparian forests according to claim 5, characterized in that, The throttle (52) is fixedly connected to the take-up reel (53), and the connecting frame (51) is slidably connected to the connecting compartment (56).
8. A device for collecting litter from riparian forests according to claim 5, characterized in that, The positioning pin (6) is located above the fixing plate (57), and the positioning pin (6) corresponds to the positioning hole (58).