A biomimetic earthworm detection device
By using a biomimetic earthworm detection device, which combines a spiral drill bit and sensors with the earthworm's wriggling mechanism, large-scale groundwater quality detection and purification can be achieved. This solves the problems of small detection area and one-sided results of existing devices, and improves the comprehensiveness of detection results and water purification effect.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- CHINA UNIV OF GEOSCIENCES (BEIJING)
- Filing Date
- 2025-06-04
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-03
AI Technical Summary
Existing groundwater detection devices are difficult to change the detection direction flexibly, resulting in a small detection area, one-sided detection results, and failure to effectively purify groundwater quality.
A biomimetic earthworm detection device is designed, which uses a spiral drill bit as a propulsion device, combined with pressure and position sensors. It utilizes the earthworm's peristaltic mechanism to enable the device to move flexibly underground, and is equipped with purification components including an activated carbon adsorption layer and an ion exchange membrane to detect and purify groundwater quality in real time.
It enables large-scale and comprehensive groundwater quality detection, can adjust the detection direction in real time, and effectively removes harmful substances from groundwater through purification components, thereby improving the scientific validity and practicality of the detection results.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of groundwater detection technology, specifically to a biomimetic earthworm detection device. Background Technology
[0002] Groundwater is an essential substance in people's lives. Currently, our drinking water mainly comes from surface water through filtration and purification. There are abundant groundwater resources hidden under the surface. Nowadays, there are various groundwater extraction devices and factories. However, the groundwater system is complex and contains various microorganisms and harmful substances, and its stability is poor.
[0003] In the process of groundwater quality detection, existing detection devices mostly involve drilling holes into the ground to extract water and then testing the water quality. The detection devices are not convenient to change the direction of detection. Due to the complexity of the water system and the uneven flow velocity, the groundwater area that can be detected is small, and the detection results are one-sided. Existing detection devices have great limitations. Utility Model Content
[0004] To address this issue, the present invention provides a biomimetic earthworm detection device to solve the problems mentioned above, such as the limited area of groundwater that can be detected in the existing technology and the one-sided nature of the detection results.
[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution:
[0006] According to a first aspect of the present invention, a biomimetic earthworm detection device includes:
[0007] The probe head body has a spiral drill bit at its front end and a main control board fixedly installed on the inner wall of the probe head body;
[0008] A sleeve is located at the rear end of the probe body.
[0009] Detection components, used to detect groundwater quality, include pressure sensors and position sensors;
[0010] The purification component, used to purify groundwater, includes an activated carbon adsorption layer and an ion exchange membrane.
[0011] Furthermore, a motor is fixedly installed on the inner wall of the probe body, the output shaft of the motor is fixedly connected to the auger drill bit, and a first connecting sleeve is fixedly installed on the outer wall of the rear end of the probe body.
[0012] Furthermore, a connecting sleeve is fixed on the other side of the inner wall of the first connecting sleeve. There are multiple sleeves, and a second connecting sleeve is provided between two connected sleeves and connected together by the first connecting sleeve. The first connecting sleeve and the second connecting sleeve are made of rubber.
[0013] Furthermore, the detection component is disposed on the inner wall of the detection head body, and the detection component also includes a multi-parameter water quality detection probe, the pressure sensor is electrically connected to the main control board, the multi-parameter water quality detection probe is electrically connected to the main control board, and the position sensor is electrically connected to the main control board.
[0014] Furthermore, the purification component also includes a first guide hole, and a plurality of first guide holes are provided on the inner side of the outer wall of the sleeve. The first guide hole has a conical cross-section. The activated carbon adsorption layer is disposed on the inner wall of the sleeve, and an ion exchange membrane is disposed on the outer wall of the activated carbon adsorption layer.
[0015] Furthermore, one end of the sleeve is connected to a guide block, the inner wall of which is provided with a second guide hole. The guide block is conical and is embedded in the inner wall of an adjacent sleeve.
[0016] This invention has the following advantages: The device adopts the biomimetic form of an earthworm, using a front-mounted spiral drill bit as a propulsion device. The head motor drives the drill bit to rotate, allowing the device to move flexibly through the underground soil. After entering the soil, the pressure sensor at the head senses the water pressure in real time. The main body is divided into multiple sections, each connected by a conical guide block and embedded in a sleeve, connected by a first and second connecting sleeve made of rubber. It can move freely in the soil. This invention facilitates flexible movement in the underground soil, data collection, and water purification. It combines scientific rigor with innovation, referencing the earthworm's body structure to innovatively develop a biomimetic earthworm detection device. This invention can change the detection direction, can detect a larger area of groundwater, and provides more comprehensive detection results. This invention is more practical. In addition, this invention includes a purification component, which can be used to test the quality of the detected groundwater, making it more valuable. Attached Figure Description
[0017] Figure 1 A perspective view of a biomimetic earthworm detection device provided by this utility model.
[0018] Figure 2 A cross-sectional view of the probe head body in a biomimetic earthworm detection device provided by this utility model.
[0019] Figure 3 A perspective view of the sleeve of a biomimetic earthworm detection device provided by this utility model.
[0020] Figure 4 A cross-sectional view of a biomimetic earthworm detection device provided by this utility model.
[0021] Figure 5 A cross-sectional view of the first guide hole in a biomimetic earthworm detection device provided by this utility model.
[0022] Figure 6 The structural diagram of the second connecting sleeve in a biomimetic earthworm detection device provided by this utility model.
[0023] Figure 7 The structural diagram of the second connecting sleeve in a biomimetic earthworm detection device provided by this utility model.
[0024] Figure 8 A detailed structural diagram of the steering part in a biomimetic earthworm detection device provided by this utility model.
[0025] In the figure: 1. Probe body; 11. Spiral drill bit; 13. Motor; 2. Main control board; 21. Pressure sensor; 22. Multi-parameter water quality detection probe; 23. Position sensor; 3. Sleeve; 301. First guide hole; 41. First connecting sleeve; 42. Second connecting sleeve; 51. Activated carbon adsorption layer; 52. Ion exchange membrane. Detailed Implementation
[0026] The following specific embodiments illustrate the implementation of this utility model. Those skilled in the art can easily understand other advantages and effects of this utility model from the content disclosed in this specification. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some, not all, of the embodiments of this utility model. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.
[0027] Example 1
[0028] like Figures 1 to 8 As shown, a biomimetic earthworm detection device according to the first aspect of this utility model includes: a detection head body 1, with a spiral drill bit 11 disposed at the front end of the detection head body 1, and a main control board 2 fixedly installed on the inner wall of the detection head body 1; a sleeve 3 disposed at the rear end of the detection head body 1; a detection component for detecting groundwater quality, including a pressure sensor 21 and a position sensor 23; and a purification component for purifying groundwater, including an activated carbon adsorption layer 51 and an ion exchange membrane 52.
[0029] In the above embodiment, it should be noted that each component is electrically connected to the main control board 2. The main control board 2 can control the device to detect groundwater quality. The main control board 2 is an STM32 main control board. The pressure sensor 21 is a piezoresistive pressure sensor. The pressure sensor 21 can detect the water pressure on the device. The main control board 2 is connected to an external terminal device, and the terminal device sets a threshold for the water pressure detected by the pressure sensor 21. The position sensor 23 is a three-dimensional position sensor. A lithium manganese button battery is fixedly installed on the main control board 2, which can power the device.
[0030] The technical effect achieved by the above embodiment is as follows: when the pressure sensor 21 detects that the water pressure reaches the set threshold, it indicates that the area contains groundwater, and the main control board 2 controls the device to stop moving forward; the main control board then transmits the data to the terminal in real time through the 5G / GPRS wireless network.
[0031] Example 2
[0032] like Figures 1 to 8 As shown, a biomimetic earthworm detection device includes all the contents of Embodiment 1. In addition, a motor 13 is fixedly installed on the inner wall of the detection head body 1, the output shaft of the motor 13 is fixedly connected to the spiral drill bit 11, and a first connecting sleeve 41 is fixedly installed on the outer wall of the rear end of the detection head body 1.
[0033] In the above embodiments, it should be noted that motor 13 is a DC brushless motor;
[0034] The technical effects achieved by the above embodiments are as follows: the auger bit 11 is shaped like a geological hammer tip, enhancing the device's soil-breaking ability and enabling it to drill efficiently even in fractured rock layers or hard sedimentary layers; the hammer tip has a built-in micro vibration sensor, which can analyze soil density or rock fracture development by striking the strata; a micro soil sampler is integrated on the side of the probe head body 1 to collect soil samples during drilling, and can quickly analyze soil mineral composition with the help of a spectrometer; the auger bit 11 uses a diamond-tungsten carbide composite drill bit, which effectively adapts to mixed rock and soil strata, significantly reduces drill bit wear, and improves the service life of the device; by combining pressure sensor and vibration frequency data, a stratum type identification model is established, and the system automatically adjusts the drilling speed and torque to avoid jamming and ensure stable operation of the device in complex strata.
[0035] Example 3
[0036] like Figures 1 to 8 As shown, a biomimetic earthworm detection device includes all the contents of Embodiment 2. In addition, a connecting sleeve 3 is fixedly connected to the other side of the inner wall of the first connecting sleeve 41. There are multiple sleeves 3. A second connecting sleeve 42 is provided between two connected sleeves 3 and connected together by the first connecting sleeve 41. The first connecting sleeve 41 and the second connecting sleeve 42 are made of rubber.
[0037] In the above embodiments, it should be noted that the first connecting sleeve 41 and the second connecting sleeve 42 are made of rubber, enabling them to twist and turn. Two sleeves 3 are fixedly connected to both ends of the inner wall of the second connecting sleeve 42. The second connecting sleeve 42 is provided with a connecting part 421 and a twisting part 422. A turning part 423 is provided inside the second connecting sleeve 42. The twisting part 422 has a corrugated structure and can twist and deform. The turning part includes a mounting base 4231, a connecting sleeve 4232, and a telescopic rod 4233. There are four sets of mounting bases 4231, connecting sleeves 4232, and telescopic rods 4233, all located in the second connecting sleeve 42. The inner walls of the connecting sleeve 42 are fixedly mounted on the two sides of the inner wall of the second connecting sleeve 42. The two mounting seats 4231 are fixedly mounted on the inner sides of the connecting parts 421 on both sides. The inner walls of the upper and lower sides of the mounting seat 4231 are provided with sliding grooves. The connecting sleeve 4232 is slidably mounted on the inner wall of the mounting seat 4231. The two sides of the connecting sleeve 4232 can rotate on the inner wall of the mounting seat 4231. The two ends of the outer wall of the telescopic rod 4233 are fixedly connected to the two connecting sleeves 4232 respectively. The outer side of the inner wall of the second connecting sleeve 42 is fixedly connected to the sleeves on the adjacent sides. The sleeves and the turning part do not interfere with each other. The first connecting sleeve 41 and the second connecting sleeve 42 have the same structure.
[0038] The technical effect achieved by the above embodiment is as follows: when the four sets of telescopic rods 4233 on the inner wall of the turning part 423 begin to retract or extend respectively, the connecting sleeve 4232 slides and rotates on the inner wall of the mounting base 4231 to adapt to the length change of the telescopic rods 4233. At the same time, when the telescopic rods 4233 retract or extend, the twisting part 422 inside the second connecting sleeve 42 can twist according to the different lengths of the four telescopic rods 4233, thereby controlling the sleeve 3 to turn. The first connecting sleeve 41 and the second connecting sleeve 42 can twist and turn, so that the probe body 1 and the sleeve 3 can turn.
[0039] Example 4
[0040] like Figures 1 to 8 As shown, a biomimetic earthworm detection device includes all the contents of Embodiment 3. In addition, the detection component is disposed on the inner wall of the detection head body 1. The detection component also includes a multi-parameter water quality detection probe 22. The pressure sensor 21 is electrically connected to the main control board 2. The multi-parameter water quality detection probe 22 is electrically connected to the main control board 2. The position sensor 23 is electrically connected to the main control board 2.
[0041] In the above embodiment, it should be noted that: at this time; multi-parameter water quality detection probes are arranged on both sides of the probe body 1. The detection probes have built-in multi-parameter sensor arrays, including water level sensors, pH sensors, dissolved oxygen sensors, conductivity sensors, turbidity sensors, etc., which can monitor groundwater level and various key water quality parameters in real time and accurately, as shown in the table below; position sensor 23 is fixedly installed on the main control board 2. Position sensor 23 is a three-dimensional position sensor that can transmit the device's burial depth, location data, and water quality data detected by the multi-parameter water quality probes back to the main control board; the working principle of the turbidity sensor is mainly based on optical principles; when a light beam enters the water sample, suspended particles in the water will cause light scattering; the sensor calculates the turbidity of the water sample by measuring the intensity of scattered light in the direction perpendicular to the incident light; specifically, the light source emits 860nm infrared light, the sensor detects the intensity of scattered light in the 90° direction, and calculates the turbidity based on the detected scattered light intensity; in addition, the infrared pair tube inside the sensor will judge the turbidity of the water based on the light transmittance and scattering rate. The more turbid the water, the less light is transmitted, and the output current signal is also reduced accordingly.
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[0044] The technical effects achieved by the above embodiments are as follows: when the pressure sensor 21 detects that the water pressure has reached the set threshold, it indicates that the area contains groundwater, and the device is stopped by the control board 2; the pH value, dissolved oxygen, oxidation-reduction potential and turbidity of the groundwater are detected by the multi-parameter water quality detection probe 22, and the detection results are fed back to the control board 2. If the water quality is poor, the control board 2 controls the device to stop moving forward and purifies the groundwater by the purification component.
[0045] Example 5
[0046] like Figures 1 to 8 As shown, a biomimetic earthworm detection device includes all the contents of Embodiment 4. In addition, the purification component also includes a first guide hole 301. A plurality of first guide holes 301 are opened on the inner side of the outer wall of the sleeve 3. The first guide hole 301 has a conical cross section. The activated carbon adsorption layer 51 is disposed on the inner wall of the sleeve 3. An ion exchange membrane 52 is disposed on the outer wall of the activated carbon adsorption layer 51.
[0047] In the above embodiments, it should be noted that the first guide hole 301 is a conical hole, and the activated carbon adsorption layer 51 is fixedly installed on the inner wall of the sleeve 3. Activated carbon is made by activating carbon-containing materials such as wood, coal, and fruit shells under high temperature and oxygen-deficient conditions. Activated carbon adsorption is a water treatment method that utilizes the physical adsorption, chemical adsorption, oxidation, catalytic oxidation, and reduction properties of activated carbon to remove pollutants from water. The working principle of ion exchange membranes is based on the charge characteristics of ions in solution. Ion exchange membranes are usually made of polymer materials and contain functional groups that can react with ions in water. These functional groups can selectively adsorb and transport specific types of ions (cations or anions), thereby achieving ion separation and concentration. Ion exchange membranes are widely used in water treatment and other fields.
[0048] The technical effect achieved by the above embodiment is as follows: groundwater can be introduced into the inner wall of the sleeve 3 through the first guide hole 301, and the water quality can be purified by the ion exchange membrane 52 and activated carbon adsorption layer 51 on the inner wall of the sleeve 3, effectively removing Ca2+. + Mg2 + As3 + Cu 2 + metal ions, reduce turbidity, conductivity, etc.
[0049] Example 6
[0050] like Figures 1 to 8 As shown, a biomimetic earthworm detection device includes all the contents of Embodiment 5. In addition, one end of the sleeve 3 is connected to a flow guide block 31, the inner wall of the flow guide block 31 is provided with a second flow guide hole, the flow guide block 31 is conical, and the flow guide block 31 is embedded in the inner wall of the adjacent sleeve 3.
[0051] In the above embodiments, it should be noted that a spring 5 is provided on the inner wall of the sleeve 3, and one end of the guide block 31 is fixedly connected to the sleeve 3 through a rubber hose. The guide block 31 is conical, and one end of the tip of the guide block 31 can be inserted into the inner wall of the adjacent sleeve 3 and is located on the inner wall of the activated carbon adsorption layer 51. At the same time, a spring 5 is provided on the inner wall of each sleeve 3. One end of the spring 5 on the left side is fixedly connected to the probe body 1, and the other end is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the guide block 31 adjacent to the spring 5. The two ends of the springs 5 on the inner walls of other sleeves 3 are respectively connected to two adjacent guide blocks 31.
[0052] The technical effect achieved by the above embodiment is that the guide block 31 can be twisted, and the guide block 31 is embedded in the inner wall of the adjacent sleeve 3 and fixedly connected to it, without affecting the twisting direction of the second connecting block 42, so that the sleeves 3 can twist.
[0053] Working Principle: During operation, the main control board 2 controls the motor 13 to start, driving the auger drill bit 11 to rotate and excavate underground. As the equipment moves forward, the pressure sensor 21 detects the water pressure and sends the result back to the main control board 2. When the water pressure exceeds a threshold, the main control board 2 stops the equipment in place. The position sensor 23 transmits the equipment's position to the main control board 2. The multi-parameter water quality probe 22 detects the pH value, dissolved oxygen, oxidation-reduction potential, and turbidity of the groundwater, and the main control board 2 transmits the results. The location of the equipment is transmitted to the terminal equipment. If the water quality is poor, the main control board 2 controls the equipment to stop moving forward. The groundwater enters the sleeve 3 through the first guide hole 301. The groundwater passes through the ion exchange membrane 52 and the activated carbon adsorption layer 51. The groundwater is adsorbed and purified by the ion exchange membrane 52 and the activated carbon adsorption layer 51. The purified groundwater flows into the adjacent sleeve 3 through the guide block 31 and is discharged through the guide block 31 on the outside of the last sleeve 3. During the movement of the equipment, the first connecting sleeve 41 and the second connecting sleeve 42 can bend, so that the equipment can turn as a whole.
Claims
1. A biomimetic earthworm probe device, characterized by, include: The probe head body (1) has a spiral drill bit (11) at its front end and a main control board (2) fixedly installed on the inner wall of the probe head body (1). Sleeve (3) is set at the rear end of the probe body (1); The detection components, which are used to detect groundwater quality, include a pressure sensor (21) and a position sensor (23); The purification component, used for purifying groundwater, includes an activated carbon adsorption layer (51) and an ion exchange membrane (52).
2. The bionic earthworm detection device according to claim 1, characterized in that, A motor (13) is fixedly installed on the inner wall of the probe body (1), and the output shaft of the motor (13) is fixedly connected to the spiral drill bit (11). A first connecting sleeve (41) is fixedly installed on the outer wall of the rear end of the probe body (1).
3. The bionic earthworm detection device according to claim 2, characterized in that, A connecting sleeve (3) is fixed on the other side of the inner wall of the first connecting sleeve (41). There are multiple sleeves (3). A second connecting sleeve (42) is provided between two connected sleeves (3) and they are connected together through the first connecting sleeve (41). The first connecting sleeve (41) and the second connecting sleeve (42) are made of rubber.
4. The bionic earthworm detection device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The detection component is disposed on the inner wall of the detection head body (1). The detection component also includes a multi-parameter water quality detection probe (22). The pressure sensor (21) is electrically connected to the main control board (2). The multi-parameter water quality detection probe (22) is electrically connected to the main control board (2). The position sensor (23) is electrically connected to the main control board (2).
5. The bionic earthworm detection device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The purification component also includes a first guide hole (301). A plurality of first guide holes (301) are provided on the inner side of the outer wall of the sleeve (3). The first guide hole (301) has a conical cross section. The activated carbon adsorption layer (51) is disposed on the inner wall of the sleeve (3). An ion exchange membrane (52) is disposed on the outer wall of the activated carbon adsorption layer (51).
6. The bionic earthworm detection device according to claim 5, characterized in that, One end of the sleeve (3) is connected to a guide block (31). The inner wall of the guide block (31) is provided with a second guide hole. The guide block (31) is conical and is embedded in the inner wall of the adjacent sleeve (3).