A multi-trough partition feeding bird feeder

Abstract

This utility model discloses a multi-feeding trough zoned bird feeder, including a shell and a chassis. A support column is provided at the center of the bottom of the shell, and the lower end of the support column is connected to the center of the top of the chassis. When in use, the multi-feeding trough zoned bird feeder injects feed into the conveying pipe through the dispensing group, and then the feed enters the corresponding feeding trough through the conveying pipe. The feed is weighed by the weighing sensor and weighing plate in the feeding trough to avoid excessive feed intake and waste. The multi-feeding trough design avoids birds from fighting for food due to resource concentration, which may cause weaker birds to be unable to reach the feeding area and remain in a state of hunger for a long time, affecting the ecological balance and bird health. The precise control of the amount of food dispensed avoids the waste of resources caused by dumping the feed into the feeding area at once, and also avoids the food from becoming damp and deteriorating due to long-term outdoor storage.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of multi-feeding trough zoned bird feeders, specifically a multi-feeding trough zoned bird feeder. Background Technology

[0002] A bird feeder is a device that provides food for birds living in parks, the wild, and other places. It is usually hung on trees or other supports. By putting food in the bird feeder, birds are attracted to come and peck at it, and people can enjoy bird watching from a distance.

[0003] Traditional bird feeders typically feature open or single-trough feeding areas, which can lead to competition among birds for food due to resource concentration. This is especially problematic when birds of different sizes or diets are feeding simultaneously. Weaker birds may be unable to access the feeding area and remain hungry for extended periods, impacting ecological balance and bird health. Furthermore, the lack of precise control over the amount of food dispensed, with food often dumped into the feeding area at once, can result in uneven feeding or spoilage due to environmental factors such as rain or wind, leading to resource waste. Therefore, we propose a multi-trough, zoned feeding bird feeder to address these issues. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a multi-feeding trough bird feeder to solve the problem mentioned in the background art where the single feeding area design of the bird feeder easily leads to birds fighting over food.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a multi-feeding trough bird feeder, comprising a shell and a chassis;

[0006] A support column is provided at the center of the bottom of the housing, and the lower end of the support column is connected to the center of the top of the chassis. A storage cylinder is provided inside the housing, and a discharge component is provided at the bottom of the storage cylinder. Multiple sets of conveying pipes are provided at the bottom of the housing, and each set of conveying pipes is provided with a receiving hopper at the top. Multiple sets of feeding troughs are provided inside the chassis, and each set of feeding troughs is provided with a weighing sensor, and each set of weighing sensors is provided with a weighing plate at the top.

[0007] The discharge assembly includes a discharge pipe, a first gear, a second gear, a connecting pipe, and an auger conveying rod. The bottom of the storage cylinder is provided with a connecting pipe, and the lower end of the connecting pipe is rotatably provided with a discharge pipe. The first gear is installed on the outer wall of the discharge pipe. A rotating rod is rotatably provided through the storage cylinder. The lower end of the rotating rod is provided with a second gear that meshes with the first gear. An auger conveying rod is rotatably provided inside the discharge pipe.

[0008] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, connecting rods are threaded to both sides of the top of the housing, and a top cover is provided on the top of the housing, with the upper end of the connecting rods rotatably connected to the top cover.

[0009] As a preferred technical solution of this utility model, a storage groove is provided inside the top of the shell, and baffles are slidably provided on both sides inside the storage groove.

[0010] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, a fixing plate is provided on the outer side of the chassis, and the fixing plate is connected to the chassis by a fixing rod.

[0011] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, one end of the discharge pipe is provided with a motor for driving the auger conveying rod, and the top of the housing is provided with a motor for driving the rotating rod.

[0012] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, multiple sets of conveying pipes and multiple sets of feeding troughs are arranged correspondingly to each other, and all sets of conveying pipes are inclined downwards.

[0013] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: When using this multi-feeding trough zoned bird feeder, the feed is injected into the conveying pipe through the dispensing group, and then enters the corresponding feeding trough through the conveying pipe. The weighing sensor and weighing plate in the feeding trough weigh the feed, avoiding excessive feed and waste. The multi-feeding trough design avoids birds from fighting for food due to resource concentration, which may cause weaker birds to be unable to approach the feeding area and remain in a state of hunger for a long time, affecting the ecological balance and bird health. The precise control of the amount of food dispensed avoids the waste of resources caused by dumping the feed into the feeding area at once, and also avoids the food from becoming damp and deteriorating due to long-term outdoor storage. Attached Figure Description

[0014] Figure 1 The three-dimensional representation of this utility model Figure 1 Structural diagram;

[0015] Figure 2 The three-dimensional representation of this utility model Figure 2 Structural diagram;

[0016] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the half-section structure of the shell of this utility model;

[0017] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the half-section structure of the connecting pipe of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the chassis half-section structure of this utility model.

[0019] In the diagram: 1. Shell; 2. Chassis; 3. Storage cylinder; 4. Discharge assembly; 401. Discharge pipe; 402. First gear; 403. Second gear; 404. Connecting pipe; 405. Screw conveyor rod; 5. Conveying pipe; 6. Receiving hopper; 7. Feeding trough; 8. Weighing sensor; 9. Weighing plate; 10. Rotating rod; 11. Support column; 12. Connecting rod; 13. Top cover; 14. Storage trough; 15. Baffle; 16. Fixing rod; 17. Fixing plate. Detailed Implementation

[0020] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0021] Please see Figure 1-5 This utility model provides a technical solution: a multi-feeding trough bird feeder, comprising a housing 1 and a chassis 2. Connecting rods 12 are threaded to both sides of the top of the housing 1. A top cover 13 is provided on the top of the housing 1, and the upper ends of the connecting rods 12 are rotatably connected to the top cover 13. A storage groove 14 is provided inside the top of the housing 1, and baffles 15 are slidably provided on both sides inside the storage groove 14. A fixing plate 17 is provided on the outer side of the chassis 2, and the fixing plate 17 is connected to the chassis 2 by a fixing rod 16. A support is provided at the center of the bottom of the housing 1. Support column 11, the lower end of support column 11 is connected to the center of the top of chassis 2, the inside of housing 1 is provided with storage cylinder 3, the bottom of storage cylinder 3 is provided with discharge component 4, the bottom of housing 1 is provided with multiple sets of conveying pipes 5, the top of each set of conveying pipes 5 is provided with receiving hopper 6, the inside of chassis 2 is provided with multiple sets of feeding troughs 7, the inside of each set of feeding troughs 7 is provided with weighing sensor 8, the top of each set of weighing sensor 8 is provided with weighing plate 9, the multiple sets of conveying pipes 5 and the multiple sets of feeding troughs 7 are arranged corresponding to each other, and the multiple sets of conveying pipes 5 are all inclined downwards;

[0022] This allows birds to stand on the fixed plates 17 around the base 2 and eat from the feeders 7 in different locations, avoiding competition for food due to a single feeder. When the weighing sensor 8 inside the feeder 7 detects that the feed above the weighing plate 9 has been consumed, it can be replenished promptly. During use, the top cover 13 of the housing 1 effectively blocks rainwater, dew, and moisture from the air, preventing the food from becoming damp, clumping, or moldy, extending the food's storage time, and reducing waste. Simultaneously, the top cover 13 can... To prevent fallen leaves, dust, bird droppings and other debris from falling into the feeding area, reduce food contamination and lower the risk of birds getting sick from eating unclean food, when it is necessary to add feed to the storage cylinder 3, the connecting rods 12 on both sides of the top cover 13 can be rotated so that the lower end of the connecting rod 12 is unscrewed from the threaded groove at the top of the housing 1. After removing the top cover 13, the handles above the baffles 15 on both sides of the top of the housing 1 can be pulled so that the baffles 15 rotate around the fixed rod 16 and enter the internal storage slot 14, thus opening the storage cylinder 3 and adding feed inside.

[0023] The discharge assembly 4 includes a discharge pipe 401, a first gear 402, a second gear 403, a connecting pipe 404, and an auger conveyor rod 405. The bottom of the storage cylinder 3 is provided with a connecting pipe 404, and the lower end of the connecting pipe 404 is rotatably provided with the discharge pipe 401. The first gear 402 is installed on the outer wall of the discharge pipe 401. A rotating rod 10 is rotatably provided through the storage cylinder 3. The lower end of the rotating rod 10 is provided with a second gear 403 that meshes with the first gear 402. The auger conveyor rod 405 is rotatably provided inside the discharge pipe 401. One end of the discharge pipe 401 is provided with a motor for driving the auger conveyor rod 405. The top of the housing 1 is provided with a motor for driving the rotating rod 10.

[0024] When in use, the bird feeder needs to be connected to an external solar photovoltaic module to provide power. During use, the motor drives the auger conveyor rod 405 to rotate inside the discharge pipe 401, conveying the feed inside the storage cylinder 3 to the receiving hopper 6 and then into the corresponding conveying pipe 5. This allows the feed to enter the feeding trough 7 inside the lower chassis 2 and be placed above the weighing plate 9. At the same time, the weighing sensor 8 below the weighing plate 9 weighs the feed. When the weight reaches a certain level, the feed is dispensed in a quantitative manner, and the auger conveyor rod 405 stops rotating. The above operation is repeated to fill multiple feeding troughs 7 with feed and dispense the feed in separate sections.

[0025] Working Principle: When using the multi-feeding trough bird feeder, it needs to be connected to an external solar photovoltaic module to provide power. During operation, the motor drives the auger conveyor rod 405 to rotate inside the discharge pipe 401, conveying feed from the storage cylinder 3 to the receiving hopper 6, and then into the corresponding feed pipe 5. This feed then enters the feeding trough 7 inside the lower chassis 2, above the weighing plate 9. Simultaneously, the weighing sensor 8 below the weighing plate 9 weighs the feed. When a certain weight is reached, a quantitative feed is dispensed, and the auger conveyor rod 405 stops rotating. This process is repeated to fill multiple feeding troughs 7 with feed, allowing birds to stand on the fixed plates 17 around the chassis 2 and eat from different feeding troughs 7, avoiding competition for food due to a single feeding trough. When the weighing sensor 8 detects... After the feed above the weighing plate 9 is consumed, it can be replenished in a timely manner. During use, the top cover 13 on the top of the shell 1 can effectively block rainwater, dew, and moisture in the air, preventing the grain from becoming damp, clumping, or moldy and spoiled, extending the grain storage time, and reducing waste. At the same time, the top cover 13 can prevent fallen leaves, dust, bird droppings, and other debris from falling into the feeding area, reducing grain contamination and lowering the risk of birds getting sick from eating unclean food. When it is necessary to replenish the feed hopper 3, the connecting rods 12 on both sides of the top cover 13 can be rotated so that the lower end of the connecting rod 12 is unscrewed from the threaded groove on the top of the shell 1. After removing the top cover 13, the handles on the baffles 15 on both sides of the top of the shell 1 can be pulled so that the baffles 15 rotate around the fixed rod 16 and enter the internal storage groove 14, opening the internal storage hopper 3 and replenishing the feed inside. This completes a series of operations. The contents not described in detail in this specification are existing technologies known to those skilled in the art.

[0026] 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 multi-feeding trough bird feeder, comprising a shell (1) and a chassis (2); characterized in that The bottom center of the housing (1) is provided with a support column (11), the lower end of the support column (11) is connected to the top center of the chassis (2), the housing (1) is provided with a storage cylinder (3), the bottom of the storage cylinder (3) is provided with a discharge component (4), the bottom of the housing (1) is provided with multiple sets of conveying pipes (5), the top of each set of conveying pipes (5) is provided with a receiving hopper (6), the chassis (2) is provided with multiple sets of feeding troughs (7), the inside of each set of feeding troughs (7) is provided with a weighing sensor (8), the top of each set of weighing sensor (8) is provided with a weighing plate (9); The discharge assembly (4) includes a discharge pipe (401), a first gear (402), a second gear (403), a connecting pipe (404), and an auger conveyor rod (405). The bottom of the storage cylinder (3) is provided with a connecting pipe (404). The lower end of the connecting pipe (404) is rotatably provided with a discharge pipe (401). The outer wall of the discharge pipe (401) is equipped with a first gear (402). The storage cylinder (3) is rotatably provided with a rotating rod (10). The lower end of the rotating rod (10) is equipped with a second gear (403) that meshes with the first gear (402). The discharge pipe (401) is rotatably provided with an auger conveyor rod (405) inside.

2. A multi-trough zoned feeding bird feeder as claimed in claim 1 wherein, The top two sides of the housing (1) are threaded with connecting rods (12), and a top cover (13) is provided on the top of the housing (1). The upper end of the connecting rod (12) is rotatably connected to the top cover (13).

3. A multi-trough zoned feeding bird feeder as claimed in claim 1 wherein, The top of the housing (1) is provided with a storage groove (14), and baffles (15) are slidably provided on both sides inside the storage groove (14).

4. A multi-trough zoned feeding bird feeder as claimed in claim 1 wherein, The chassis (2) is provided with a fixing plate (17) on the outside, and the fixing plate (17) is connected to the chassis (2) by a fixing rod (16).

5. A multi-trough zoned feeding bird feeder as claimed in claim 1, wherein, One end of the discharge pipe (401) is equipped with a motor for driving the auger conveying rod (405), and the top of the housing (1) is equipped with a motor for driving the rotating rod (10).

6. A multi-trough compartmentalized feeding bird feeder as defined in claim 1, wherein, Multiple sets of conveying pipes (5) and multiple sets of feeding troughs (7) are arranged corresponding to each other, and all sets of conveying pipes (5) are inclined downwards.

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