An automatic water supply device for ostrich farming

Abstract

This utility model discloses an automatic water supply device for ostrich farming, belonging to the field of ostrich farming technology. The device features a stopper plate sealed at the bottom of the water hopper; a connecting water replenishment mechanism including a connecting component and a connecting pipe. The connecting pipe is obliquely connected to the middle of one side of the water hopper, and an automatic water replenishment component is connected to the middle of the connecting pipe. The automatic water replenishment component includes a sealed suspended ball, which slides and seals against the connecting pipe and the water hopper. Through the cooperation of the sealed suspended ball, the connecting pipe, and the water hopper, automatic water replenishment and water volume regulation are achieved. When the water level in the water hopper decreases, the sealed suspended ball moves downward, allowing the connecting pipe to replenish water; when the water level rises to a suitable position, the sealed suspended ball moves upward to seal, preventing water overflow and precisely maintaining a reasonable water level in the water hopper. This eliminates the need for frequent manual intervention, making it suitable for large-scale farming and saving manpower and water resources.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of ostrich farming, and more specifically, to an automatic water supply device for ostrich farming. Background Technology

[0002] In the ostrich farming industry, large-scale adult ostrich farms (≥500 birds) face unique operational challenges. These farms are often located in areas with abundant vegetation, such as lush, tree-lined environments. While these environments can create a suitable ecosystem, they also present significant problems with debris falling into the farming area, such as leaves and dead branches, which easily enter the drinking water facilities. Furthermore, large-scale farming results in high costs for manual cleaning, making traditional drinking water methods inadequate.

[0003] Traditional ostrich watering methods, involving manual, timed watering, are extremely inefficient for ostriches with populations exceeding 500. Frequent manual refills mean that even slight oversights can lead to dehydration for some ostriches. Simple trough watering systems are problematic because their large openings allow fallen leaves and dust from the farming area to enter, contaminating the water and increasing the risk of disease. Furthermore, they lack automatic water volume control, resulting in overflows and waste, and difficulty in timely replenishment, making it difficult to ensure a stable and clean water supply. Therefore, inventing an automatic watering device for ostrich farming to address these issues has become a pressing problem for those skilled in the art. Utility Model Content

[0004] To overcome the above shortcomings, this utility model provides an automatic water supply device for ostrich farming, which aims to improve the problem that the large opening of traditional water tanks makes it easy for fallen leaves, dust and other debris from the farming area to fall in, polluting the water quality and increasing the risk of disease for ostriches.

[0005] This utility model is implemented as follows: an automatic water supply device for ostrich farming, comprising...

[0006] A drinking mechanism includes a drinking component, which includes a drinking hopper, the bottom of which is sealed against a stopper plate; and a connecting water replenishment mechanism, which includes a connecting component, which includes a connecting pipe, the connecting pipe being obliquely connected to the middle of one side of the drinking hopper, the middle of which is connected to an automatic water replenishment component, the automatic water replenishment component including a sealing suspended ball, the sealing suspended ball being slidably abutting against the connecting pipe and the drinking hopper.

[0007] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, a connecting frame is fixedly connected to the bottom of the drinking fountain, and a base plate frame is fixedly connected to the bottom of the connecting frame. A screw is threaded through the middle of the base plate frame, and the screw abuts against the bottom of the stopper plate.

[0008] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the upper part of the drinking cup is a hollow frustum shape, the bottom of the drinking cup is a hollow hemisphere, and the stopper plate is embedded and abuts against the bottom surface of the drinking cup.

[0009] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the plug plate is frustoconical on the outside, the middle part of the plug plate is a concave plane, a sealing plate is fixedly connected to the bottom of the plug plate, and the bottom surface of the sealing plate abuts against the upper surface of the screw.

[0010] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the connecting frame is arc-shaped, the base plate frame is semi-circular, the base plate frame is perpendicular to the connecting frame, and the upper end of the screw is rotatably connected to a push plate, the upper surface of the push plate being in transmission contact with the bottom surface of the sealing plate.

[0011] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the connecting pipe is inclined on one side of the drinking fountain, the end of the connecting pipe away from the drinking fountain is inclined upward, the end of the connecting pipe is sealed and connected to the outer wall of the drinking fountain, and the other end of the connecting pipe is connected to the water source through a flexible hose.

[0012] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, a mounting plate is fixedly connected to the middle of the connecting pipe, and through holes are respectively opened at both ends of the mounting plate. The through holes are distributed at the four corners of the mounting plate, and the mounting plate is connected to the guardrail of the ostrich farm for limiting and positioning in conjunction with the through holes.

[0013] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the automatic water replenishment component further includes a lower connecting pipe, which is connected to the bottom of the connecting pipe, and the sealing suspension ball is slidably installed inside the lower connecting pipe and the connecting pipe with upper and lower limits.

[0014] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, a sealing ring is fixedly provided on the inner wall of the connecting pipe near the end of the drinking hopper, and one end of the sealing ring is correspondingly provided with the sealing suspension ball.

[0015] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, a nut ring is threaded onto the bottom of the lower pipe, and a water storage tank is fixedly connected to the bottom of the nut ring. The water storage tank is hemispherical, and the sealing suspended ball is limitedly connected to the inner bottom of the water storage tank.

[0016] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: This utility model provides an automatic water supply device for ostrich farming, which automatically replenishes water and precisely controls the amount during use. Through the cooperation of a sealed suspended ball, a connecting pipe, and a drinking hopper, automatic water replenishment and water volume regulation are achieved. When the water level in the drinking hopper decreases, the sealed suspended ball moves downwards, allowing the connecting pipe to open and replenish water; when the water level rises to a suitable position, the sealed suspended ball moves upwards to seal, preventing water overflow and precisely maintaining a reasonable water level in the drinking hopper. This eliminates the need for frequent manual intervention, making it suitable for large-scale farming and saving manpower and water resources.

[0017] Stable structure and easy installation: The connecting pipe, combined with the mounting plate, connects to the farm fence through through holes, making installation convenient and the structure robust. It can withstand vibrations in the farming environment, ensuring long-term stable operation of the device. The bottom structure, consisting of the connecting frame, base plate frame, and screws, ensures reliable sealing of the plug plate, facilitating later disassembly and maintenance, and cleaning of residual impurities inside the drinking hopper.

[0018] Contamination prevention and easy cleaning: The unique frustum-hemispherical structure of the water hopper has a relatively narrow opening at the top, reducing the amount of debris falling in; the bottom stopper can be easily opened by turning the screw, allowing for the regular discharge of accumulated dirty water and debris, ensuring clean drinking water and reducing the risk of ostriches getting sick due to unclean drinking water.

[0019] Good component adaptability: The sealed suspended ball slides within the connecting pipe and the lower pipe, the sealing ring enhances the sealing effect, the water storage tank limits and supports the sealed suspended ball, and the components work together to ensure the stability of the automatic water replenishment function. Moreover, the materials and structural design are adapted to the aquaculture environment and have strong durability. Attached Figure Description

[0020] 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 of the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.

[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of one side of the structure provided by an embodiment of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the internal structure provided for an embodiment of this utility model;

[0023] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the drinking water assembly structure provided for an embodiment of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the connecting water supply mechanism provided for an embodiment of this utility model.

[0025] In the diagram: 100 - Drinking mechanism; 110 - Drinking component; 111 - Drinking hopper; 112 - Connecting frame; 113 - Base plate frame; 114 - Screw; 115 - Push plate; 116 - Sealing plate; 117 - Plug plate; 200 - Connecting water replenishment mechanism; 210 - Connecting component; 211 - Connecting pipe; 212 - Mounting plate; 213 - Limiting ring; 220 - Automatic water replenishment component; 221 - Lower connecting pipe; 222 - Sealing suspension ball; 223 - Sealing ring; 224 - Water storage tank; 225 - Nut ring. Detailed Implementation

[0026] 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, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0027] Please see Figure 1 and Figure 2 This utility model provides a technical solution: an automatic water supply device for ostrich farming, comprising...

[0028] The drinking mechanism 100 includes a drinking component 110, which includes a drinking hopper 111. A stopper plate 117 is sealed and abuts against the bottom of the drinking hopper 111. The water replenishment mechanism 200 includes a connecting component 210, which includes a connecting pipe 211. The connecting pipe 211 is obliquely connected to the middle of one side of the drinking hopper 111. An automatic water replenishment component 220 is connected to the middle of the connecting pipe 211. The automatic water replenishment component 220 includes a sealing suspended ball 222, which is sealed and slidably abuts against the connecting pipe 211 and the drinking hopper 111. Automatic water replenishment and water volume regulation are achieved by means of the cooperation between the sealing suspended ball 222, the connecting pipe 211, and the drinking hopper 111. When the water level in the drinking hopper 111 decreases, the sealing suspended ball 222 moves down accordingly, and the connecting pipe 211 is opened to replenish water; when the water level rises to a suitable position, the sealing suspended ball 222 moves up to seal and prevent water from overflowing, thus accurately maintaining a reasonable water level in the drinking hopper 111 without the need for frequent manual intervention. This is suitable for large-scale aquaculture and saves manpower and water resources.

[0029] Please see Figure 3 and Figure 4A connecting bracket 112 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the drinking fountain 111, and a base plate bracket 113 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the connecting bracket 112. A screw 114 is threaded through the middle of the base plate bracket 113, and the screw 114 abuts against the bottom of the stopper plate 117. The upper part of the drinking fountain 111 is a hollow frustum, and the bottom of the drinking fountain 111 is a hollow hemisphere. The stopper plate 117 is embedded and abuts against the bottom surface of the drinking fountain 111. By turning the screw 114, the screw 114 seals the stopper plate 117 against the bottom of the drinking fountain 111. When it is necessary to clean the inside of the drinking fountain 111, turn the screw 114 in the opposite direction to remove the stopper plate 117, and use a brush to clean the inside of the drinking fountain 111. During cleaning, since no water can be stored inside the drinking fountain 111, water will continuously flow into the drinking fountain 111, which facilitates cleaning of the inner wall of the drinking fountain 111.

[0030] The stopper plate 117 is frustoconical on the outside and has a concave flat surface in the middle. A sealing plate 116 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the stopper plate 117. The bottom surface of the sealing plate 116 abuts against the upper surface of the screw 114. The frustoconical shape of the stopper plate 117 makes the sealing connection between the stopper plate 117 and the drinking bowl 111 more secure and prevents water leakage. At the same time, a sealing gasket is provided between the drinking bowl 111 and the stopper plate 117 to improve the sealing performance.

[0031] The connecting frame 112 is arc-shaped, and the base plate frame 113 is semi-circular. The base plate frame 113 is perpendicular to the connecting frame 112. The upper end of the screw 114 is rotatably connected to a push plate 115, and the upper surface of the push plate 115 is in transmission contact with the bottom surface of the sealing plate 116. The connecting pipe 211 is inclined on one side of the drinking hopper 111, with the end of the connecting pipe 211 away from the drinking hopper 111 inclined upward. The end of the connecting pipe 211 is sealed and connected to the outer wall of the drinking hopper 111, and the other end of the connecting pipe 211 is connected to the water source through a hose.

[0032] A mounting plate 212 is fixedly connected to the middle of the connecting pipe 211. Through holes are opened at both ends of the mounting plate 212, distributed at the four corners of the mounting plate 212. The mounting plate 212, in conjunction with the through holes, is connected to the fence of the ostrich farm for positioning. The mounting plate 212 is fixedly installed on the ostrich farm fence using U-shaped clips or screws, and can be easily installed at a suitable height as needed, facilitating ostrich access to water. The automatic water replenishment component 220 also includes a lower connecting pipe 221, which is connected to the bottom of the connecting pipe 211. A sealing suspension ball 222 is slidably installed inside the lower connecting pipe 221 and the connecting pipe 211 with upper and lower limits. When there is no water inside the lower connecting pipe 221, the sealing suspension ball 222 will fall, allowing water to flow into the drinking hopper 111. When the water level in the drinking hopper 111 reaches a certain height, the water inside the lower connecting pipe 221 will overflow, pushing the sealing suspension ball 222 upward to seal against the sealing ring 223.

[0033] A sealing ring 223 is fixedly installed on the inner wall of the connecting pipe 211 near the drinking fountain 111. One end of the sealing ring 223 is correspondingly set with a sealing suspension ball 222. The material of the sealing suspension ball 222 is selected as needed. A nut ring 225 is threaded onto the bottom of the lower connecting pipe 221. A water storage tank 224 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the nut ring 225. The water storage tank 224 is hemispherical. The sealing suspension ball 222 is limited and connected to the inner bottom of the water storage tank 224 for easy disassembly and maintenance.

[0034] Working principle: Automatic water replenishment process: One end of the connecting pipe 211 is connected to the water source via a flexible hose. Initially, the drinking hopper 111 is short of water. Due to gravity, the sealed suspended ball 222 falls into the water storage tank 224 inside the lower connecting pipe 221, and the connecting pipe 211 is open, allowing water to replenish the drinking hopper 111. As the water level in the drinking hopper 111 rises, the buoyancy of the water acts on the sealed suspended ball 222, causing it to slide upward along the connecting pipe 211. When the water level reaches the set height, the sealed suspended ball 222 seals against the sealing ring 223 inside the connecting pipe 211, blocking the water replenishment channel and stopping water replenishment.

[0035] Sewage and maintenance process: When the water dispenser 111 needs to be cleaned, unscrew the screw 114 on the base plate frame 113. The screw 114 drives the push plate 115 to move down, releasing the contact between the sealing plate 116 and the stopper plate 117. The stopper plate 117 can be removed from the bottom of the water dispenser 111 to drain the dirty water and debris inside. After cleaning, reverse the operation to make the stopper plate 117 reseal and contact the bottom of the water dispenser 111.

[0036] Overall coordinated operation: The mounting plate 212 works in conjunction with the farm fence fixing device to ensure structural stability; the unique shape of the drinking hopper 111 reduces the entry of debris, and the internal water level changes drive the sealed suspended ball 222 to complete automatic water replenishment and regulation. All components (such as the connecting frame 112, the base plate frame 113, the lower pipe 221, etc.) work together to achieve a stable, automatic, and clean drinking water supply for ostriches.

[0037] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this utility model and is not intended to limit the 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.

Claims

1. An automatic water supply device for ostrich farming, characterized in that, include A drinking water mechanism, the drinking water mechanism including a drinking water component, the drinking water component including a drinking water hopper, the bottom of the drinking water hopper being sealed and abutting against a stopper plate; A water replenishment mechanism is provided, comprising a connecting component, which includes a connecting pipe. The connecting pipe is obliquely connected and installed in the middle of one side of the drinking hopper. An automatic water replenishment component is connected in the middle of the connecting pipe. The automatic water replenishment component includes a sealing suspended ball, which is slidably abutted against the connecting pipe and the drinking hopper.

2. The automatic water supply device for ostrich farming according to claim 1, wherein: A connecting frame is fixedly connected to the bottom of the drinking fountain, and a base plate frame is fixedly connected to the bottom of the connecting frame. A screw is threaded through the middle of the base plate frame, and the screw abuts against the bottom of the stopper plate.

3. The automatic water supply device for ostrich farming according to claim 2, wherein: The upper part of the drinking cup is a hollow frustum, and the bottom part is a hollow hemisphere. The stopper plate is embedded and abuts against the bottom surface of the drinking cup.

4. The automatic water supply device for ostrich farming according to claim 3, wherein: The plug plate is frustum-shaped on the outside, and the middle part of the plug plate is a concave plane. A sealing plate is fixedly connected to the bottom of the plug plate, and the bottom surface of the sealing plate abuts against the upper surface of the screw.

5. The automatic water supply device for ostrich farming according to claim 4, wherein: The connecting frame is arc-shaped, the base plate frame is semi-circular, the base plate frame is perpendicular to the connecting frame, and the upper end of the screw is rotatably connected to a push plate, the upper surface of the push plate is in transmission contact with the bottom surface of the sealing plate.

6. The automatic water supply device for ostrich farming according to claim 4, wherein: The connecting pipe is inclined on one side of the drinking hopper, with the end of the connecting pipe away from the drinking hopper tilted upwards. The end of the connecting pipe is sealed and connected to the outer wall of the drinking hopper, and the other end of the connecting pipe is connected to the water source through a flexible hose.

7. The automatic water supply device for ostrich farming according to claim 6, wherein: A mounting plate is fixedly connected to the middle of the connecting pipe. Through holes are opened at both ends of the mounting plate and distributed at the four corners of the mounting plate. The mounting plate is connected to the guardrail of the ostrich farm in conjunction with the through holes.

8. The automatic water supply device for ostrich farming according to claim 6, wherein: The automatic water replenishment component also includes a lower connecting pipe, which is connected to the bottom of the connecting pipe, and the sealing suspension ball is slidably installed inside the lower connecting pipe and the connecting pipe with upper and lower limits.

9. The automatic water supply device for ostrich farming according to claim 8, wherein: A sealing ring is fixedly installed on the inner wall of the connecting pipe near the drinking fountain, and one end of the sealing ring is correspondingly arranged with the sealing suspension ball.

10. The automatic water supply device for ostrich farming according to claim 8, wherein: The bottom of the lower pipe is threaded with a nut ring, and the bottom of the nut ring is fixedly connected to a water storage tank. The water storage tank is hemispherical, and the sealing suspended ball is limitedly connected to the inner bottom of the water storage tank.

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