A control box system for sheep feeding robots

Abstract

This application discloses a sheep feeding robot control box system, relating to the field of agricultural automation equipment technology. The application includes a weighing sensor module for real-time detection of the total feed volume in the hopper; a temperature control display module for real-time display of the ambient temperature of the sheepfold; an emergency stop button module for cutting off the power to the sheep feeding robot; a motor driver module for controlling the movement of the sheep feeding robot and controlling its feed-spreading actions; a battery level display module for real-time display of the sheep feeding robot's battery level; an industrial control computer module for receiving and processing the operating parameters of the weighing sensor module, temperature control display module, emergency stop button module, and battery level display module; and a display module for real-time display of the operating parameters. This sheep feeding robot control box system has a high degree of integration.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of agricultural automation equipment technology, and in particular to a control box system for a sheep feeding robot. Background Technology

[0002] In recent years, with the continuous improvement of economic and technological levels, Area A has become a livestock production base due to its geographical advantages and unique grassland resources and climate conditions. It exports 1.5 million tons of meat products annually. In particular, the rapid development of the sheep industry has played a significant role in promoting the regional economy and rapid development of Inner Mongolia.

[0003] Sheep farming in Inner Mongolia has evolved from free-range and small-scale operations to standardized and large-scale farming. However, existing control systems for sheep feeding robots generally suffer from low integration, complex operation, and insufficient reliability. Traditional control boxes often adopt a decentralized layout, with each module operating independently. Sensors and actuators in traditional control boxes are wired separately, leading to severe signal interference. The power supply system lacks unified management, making it prone to voltage instability. Furthermore, emergency protection functions are limited. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The purpose of this application is to provide a control box system for a sheep feeding robot to solve the problem of severe signal interference caused by the independent operation of each module in a traditional control box.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this application provides the following solution:

[0006] This application provides a control box system for a sheep feeding robot, comprising:

[0007] The weighing sensor module, temperature control display module, and emergency stop button module are connected to the industrial control computer module; the industrial control computer module is connected to the motor driver module; the weighing sensor module, temperature control display module, emergency stop button module, industrial control computer module, and motor driver module are connected to the power display module; the weighing sensor module, temperature control display module, emergency stop button module, industrial control computer module, and power display module are located inside the sheep feeding robot control box;

[0008] The weighing sensor module is used to detect the total amount of feed in the silo in real time;

[0009] Temperature control display module, used to display the ambient temperature of the sheepfold in real time;

[0010] An emergency stop button module is used to cut off the power supply to the sheep feeding robot;

[0011] The motor driver module is used to control the movement of the sheep feeding robot and to control the feeding action of the sheep feeding robot;

[0012] The battery level display module is used to display the battery level of the sheep feeding robot in real time.

[0013] The industrial control computer module is used to receive and process the operating parameters of the weighing sensor module, the temperature control display module, the emergency stop button module, and the power display module;

[0014] The display module is used to display the operating parameters in real time.

[0015] In one embodiment, the temperature control display module communicates with the temperature and humidity sensor via an RS485 bus;

[0016] The temperature and humidity sensor is used to transmit the ambient temperature of the sheepfold to the industrial control computer module.

[0017] In one embodiment, the emergency stop button module specifically includes: a mechanically self-locking button and an LED indicator;

[0018] The mechanical self-locking button is used to cut off the power supply to the sheep feeding robot control box via a hard wire;

[0019] The LED indicator is electrically connected to the industrial control computer module. When the power is cut off, the LED indicator is lit.

[0020] In one embodiment, the power display module, connected to the lithium battery via a wire, is also used to warn of and display a low power status.

[0021] In one embodiment, the industrial control computer module is electrically connected to the power display module, the communication module, the weighing sensor module, the temperature control display module, and the stop button module via a motherboard, and is used to receive and process the operating parameters of the weighing sensor module, the temperature control display module, the emergency stop button module, and the power display module;

[0022] The industrial control computer module communicates with the motor driver via an RS485 / RS232 converter, inputting the operating parameters to the motor driver to control the movement of the sheep feeding robot and control the feeding action of the sheep feeding robot.

[0023] In one embodiment, the industrial control computer module is hardwired to an emergency stop indicator light and is also used to output an alarm signal when the control box of the sheep feeding robot malfunctions.

[0024] In one embodiment, the sheep feeding robot control box further includes: a power cord interface, an RS485 / RS232 converter interface, a power display screen interface, a weighing sensor module interface, a temperature control display module interface, an emergency stop button module interface, and an actuator interface.

[0025] In one embodiment, the power cord interface specifically includes:

[0026] The power cord interface is connected to an external power cord to input 48V DC voltage to the control box of the sheep feeding robot.

[0027] In one embodiment, the weighing sensor module interface, the temperature control display module interface, and the emergency stop button module interface are all equipped with a lidar interface and a camera interface;

[0028] The lidar interface and the camera interface are electrically connected to the lidar and camera via cables for transmitting environmental perception data.

[0029] In one embodiment, the actuator interface is connected to the motor driver module via a wire and is used to output control commands from the industrial control computer module.

[0030] According to the specific embodiments provided in this application, the following technical effects are disclosed:

[0031] This application provides a sheep feeding robot control box system. It utilizes a weighing sensor module to monitor the total feed volume in the hopper in real time; a temperature control display module to display the ambient temperature of the sheepfold in real time; an emergency stop button module to cut off the power to the sheep feeding robot; and a battery level display module to show the battery level of the sheep feeding robot in real time, providing low battery warnings and unified management of the power system. An industrial control computer module receives and processes the operating parameters from the weighing sensor module, temperature control display module, emergency stop button module, and battery level display module. When a malfunction occurs in the sheep feeding robot control box, an alarm signal is output, providing comprehensive emergency protection. The real-time display of operating parameters solves the problem of severe signal interference caused by the independent operation of each module in traditional control boxes. By integrating the weighing sensor module, temperature control display module, emergency stop button module, battery level display module, and industrial control computer module into a single control box, external wiring is reduced, signal interference is decreased, and reliability is improved. Attached Figure Description

[0032] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0033] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the connection of the control box system modules of the sheep feeding robot provided in one embodiment of this application. Detailed Implementation

[0034] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0035] To make the above-mentioned objectives, features and advantages of this application more apparent and understandable, the application will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0036] This application provides a control box system for a sheep feeding robot, which is suitable for intelligent feeding scenarios in large-scale sheep farms, enabling real-time monitoring, precise control, and safety protection of the robot.

[0037] Existing control systems for sheep feeding robots generally suffer from low integration, complex operation, and insufficient reliability. Traditional control boxes often employ a distributed layout, with each module operating independently. Independent wiring for sensors and actuators in traditional control boxes leads to severe signal interference; the power supply system lacks unified management, making it prone to voltage instability; and emergency protection functions are limited. This invention addresses the problems of low integration and complex maintenance in existing technologies through modular integration and standardized interface design.

[0038] like Figure 1 As shown in the figure, this application provides a highly integrated, easy-to-operate, and highly reliable sheep feeding robot control box system, which realizes modular hardware design and standardized interface, and improves the intelligence level and operational efficiency of sheep farm feeding. The specific content is as follows.

[0039] S1: The weighing sensor module, temperature control display module, and emergency stop button module are connected to the industrial control computer module; the industrial control computer module is connected to the motor driver module; the weighing sensor module, the temperature control display module, the emergency stop button module, the industrial control computer module, and the motor driver module are connected to the power display module; the weighing sensor module, the temperature control display module, the emergency stop button module, the industrial control computer module, and the power display module are located inside the sheep feeding robot control box.

[0040] S2: Weighing sensor module, used to detect the total amount of feed in the silo in real time.

[0041] S3: Temperature control display module, used to display the ambient temperature of the sheepfold in real time.

[0042] S4: Emergency stop button module, used to cut off the power supply to the sheep feeding robot.

[0043] S5: Motor driver module, used to control the movement of the sheep feeding robot and control the feeding action of the sheep feeding robot.

[0044] S6: Battery level display module, used to display the battery level of the sheep feeding robot in real time.

[0045] S7: Industrial control computer module, used to receive and process the operating parameters of the weighing sensor module, the temperature control display module, the emergency stop button module and the power display module.

[0046] S8: Display module, used to display the operating parameters in real time.

[0047] The front layout of the sheep feeding control box includes a display module, a weighing sensor module, a temperature control display module, an emergency stop button module, and a power display module.

[0048] Furthermore, in an exemplary embodiment, the temperature control display module communicates with the temperature and humidity sensor via an RS485 bus. The temperature control display module is a digital temperature and humidity transmitter.

[0049] The temperature and humidity sensor is used to transmit the ambient temperature of the sheepfold to the industrial control computer module.

[0050] The weighing sensor module is installed at the bottom of the silo and is electrically connected to the industrial control computer via a signal line. The module monitors the weight of the feed in the silo in real time and transmits the data to the industrial control computer module. The weighing sensor module is a resistance strain gauge type weighing sensor.

[0051] Furthermore, in an exemplary embodiment, the emergency stop button module specifically includes: a mechanically self-locking button and an LED indicator.

[0052] The mechanical self-locking button is used to cut off the power supply to the sheep feeding robot control box via a hard wire.

[0053] The LED indicator is electrically connected to the industrial control computer module. When the power is cut off, the LED indicator is lit.

[0054] Furthermore, in an exemplary embodiment, the battery level display module, connected to the lithium battery via a wire, is also used to warn of and display a low battery status. The battery level display module is a lithium battery monitoring module.

[0055] Furthermore, in an exemplary embodiment, the industrial control computer module is electrically connected to the power display module, the communication module, the weighing sensor module, the temperature control display module, and the stop button module via a motherboard, and is used to receive and process the operating parameters of the weighing sensor module, the temperature control display module, the emergency stop button module, and the power display module.

[0056] The robot communicates with the motor driver via an RS485 / RS232 converter, inputting the operating parameters to the motor driver to control the movement of the sheep feeding robot and its feeding action.

[0057] Furthermore, in an exemplary embodiment, the industrial control computer module, which is hardwired to the emergency stop indicator light, is also used to output an alarm signal when the control box of the sheep feeding robot malfunctions.

[0058] The rear interface of the sheep feeding robot control box includes a power cord interface, an RS485 / RS232 converter interface, a display power supply interface, a sensor interface, and an actuator interface.

[0059] Furthermore, in an exemplary embodiment, the power cord interface specifically includes:

[0060] The power cord interface is connected to an external power cord to input 48V DC voltage to the control box of the sheep feeding robot.

[0061] Furthermore, in an exemplary embodiment, the weighing sensor module interface, the temperature control display module, and the emergency stop button module interface are all equipped with a lidar interface and a camera interface;

[0062] The lidar interface and the camera interface are electrically connected to the lidar and camera via cables for transmitting environmental perception data.

[0063] Furthermore, in an exemplary embodiment, the actuator interface is connected to the motor driver module via a wire, and is used to output control commands from the industrial control computer module. The control commands include motor start / stop and speed signals.

[0064] The internal structure of the sheep feeding robot control box includes the following.

[0065] Air switch (existing technology: miniature circuit breaker): connected in series with the power input terminal for circuit overload protection.

[0066] Power strip: Connects to lithium batteries via wires to supply power to inverters, converters, industrial control computers, etc.

[0067] 48V to 220V inverter (existing technology: sine wave inverter): converts the 48V DC of the lithium battery to 220V AC, and supplies power to industrial control computers and lidar through wires.

[0068] 48V to 24V converter (existing technology: DC-DC step-down module): Steps down 48V DC to 24V, and supplies power to the weighing sensor and guide rail module through wires.

[0069] Industrial control computer (existing technology: industrial-grade embedded computer): It is electrically connected to the display screen, communication module and sensor interface through the motherboard bus. As the control core, it receives sensor data and outputs control commands to the motor driver.

[0070] Motor driver (existing technology: DC brushless motor driver / stepper motor driver): It is connected to the industrial control computer via control line, receives commands such as speed and direction, and drives the left and right wheel motors (DC brushless motors) and the material spreading stepper motor via power line.

[0071] Connection relationships of the sheep feeding robot control box system: Sensors and industrial computer: LiDAR, camera, weighing sensor, temperature and humidity sensor are electrically connected to the industrial computer through USB / CAN / RS485 and other interfaces to transmit environmental data and status signals.

[0072] Industrial PC and actuators: The industrial PC communicates with the motor driver via an RS485 / RS232 converter to control the robot's movement (differential speed between left and right wheels) and material feeding actions; it also connects to the emergency stop indicator light via hardwire to output fault alarm signals.

[0073] Power system: Lithium battery → air switch → power strip → inverter / converter → each power module (industrial computer, sensor, motor driver), forming an independent power supply circuit.

[0074] Integrated design: The power supply, control and communication modules are integrated into the control box, reducing external wiring, reducing signal interference and improving reliability (existing technology has a distributed layout vs. the integrated layout of this utility model).

[0075] Standardized interface: Adopts RS485 / RS232 communication protocol and universal power interface, compatible with mainstream sensors and actuators, and facilitates maintenance and upgrades (existing technology customized interface vs. the standardized interface of this utility model).

[0076] Safety protection: Multiple safety mechanisms, including emergency stop button with hard-wired power cut-off, air switch overload protection, and power warning, ensure operational safety (existing technology with single protection vs. this utility model with multiple protections).

[0077] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined in any way. For the sake of brevity, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0078] This document uses specific examples to illustrate the principles and implementation methods of this application. The descriptions of the above embodiments are only for the purpose of helping to understand the methods and core ideas of this application. Furthermore, those skilled in the art will recognize that, based on the ideas of this application, there will be changes in the specific implementation methods and application scope. Therefore, the content of this specification should not be construed as a limitation of this application.

Claims

1. A sheep feeding robot control box system, characterized in that, The sheep feeding robot control box system includes: The weighing sensor module, temperature control display module, and emergency stop button module are connected to the industrial control computer module; the industrial control computer module is connected to the motor driver module; the weighing sensor module, temperature control display module, emergency stop button module, industrial control computer module, and motor driver module are connected to the power display module; the weighing sensor module, temperature control display module, emergency stop button module, industrial control computer module, and power display module are located inside the sheep feeding robot control box; The weighing sensor module is used to detect the total amount of feed in the silo in real time; Temperature control display module, used to display the ambient temperature of the sheepfold in real time; An emergency stop button module is used to cut off the power supply to the sheep feeding robot; The motor driver module is used to control the movement of the sheep feeding robot and to control the feeding action of the sheep feeding robot; The battery level display module is used to display the battery level of the sheep feeding robot in real time. The industrial control computer module is used to receive and process the operating parameters of the weighing sensor module, the temperature control display module, the emergency stop button module, and the power display module; The display module is used to display the operating parameters in real time.

2. The sheep feeding robot control box system according to claim 1, wherein, The temperature control display module communicates with the temperature and humidity sensor via an RS485 bus. The temperature and humidity sensor is used to transmit the ambient temperature of the sheepfold to the industrial control computer module.

3. The sheep feeding robot control box system according to claim 1, wherein, The emergency stop button module specifically includes: a mechanical self-locking button and an LED indicator; The mechanical self-locking button is used to cut off the power supply to the sheep feeding robot control box via a hard wire; The LED indicator is electrically connected to the industrial control computer module. When the power is cut off, the LED indicator is lit.

4. The sheep feeding robot control box system according to claim 1, wherein, The battery level display module is connected to the lithium battery via wires and is also used to warn of and display low battery status.

5. The sheep feeding robot control box system according to claim 1, wherein, The industrial control computer module is electrically connected to the power display module, communication module, weighing sensor module, temperature control display module and stop button module via the motherboard, and is used to receive and process the operating parameters of the weighing sensor module, temperature control display module, emergency stop button module and power display module; The industrial control computer module communicates with the motor driver via an RS485 / RS232 converter, inputting the operating parameters to the motor driver to control the movement of the sheep feeding robot and control the feeding action of the sheep feeding robot.

6. The sheep feeding robot control box system according to claim 1, wherein, The industrial control computer module is connected to the emergency stop indicator light via a hardwire and is also used to output an alarm signal when the control box of the sheep feeding robot malfunctions.

7. The sheep feeding robot control box system according to claim 1, wherein, The sheep feeding robot control box also includes: a power cord interface, an RS485 / RS232 converter interface, a power display screen interface, a weighing sensor module interface, a temperature control display module, an emergency stop button module interface, and an actuator interface.

8. The sheep feeding robot control box system according to claim 7, wherein, The power cord interface specifically includes: The power cord interface is connected to an external power cord to input 48V DC voltage to the control box of the sheep feeding robot.

9. The sheep feeding robot control box system according to claim 7, wherein, The weighing sensor module interface, temperature control display module interface, and emergency stop button module interface are all equipped with a lidar interface and a camera interface. The lidar interface and the camera interface are electrically connected to the lidar and camera via cables for transmitting environmental perception data.

10. The sheep feeding robot control box system according to claim 7, characterized in that, The actuator interface is connected to the motor driver module via a wire and is used to output control commands from the industrial control computer module.

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