An adjustable neck yoke structure for cattle

Abstract

The utility model discloses an adjustable cattle neck yoke structure relates to livestock breeding equipment technical field, including lower railing and upper railing, the upper side of lower railing and the downside of upper railing all are rotatively connected with rotating cylinder, the inboard slide connection of rotating cylinder has the blocking rod, and the rotatively connected with rotating part between two groups of blocking rods, and the outside installation of rotating part has the assembling mechanism, and the outside fixed connection of adjacent one side vertical pole has the fixed base, and the outside of fixed base is provided with the jack, and the inside installation of fixed base has the positioning mechanism, and the quick assembling mechanism is installed between the plugboard and upper railing, and the outside installation of fixed base has the quick detachable mechanism. The structure can expand all blocking rods to form release space through single -pole push simultaneously, and the plugboard automatic locking is realized through the slope compression spring, and in addition, all locks are released when closing single -time pulling, and the assembly is instantaneously reset to complete the blocking by relying on gravity, and the whole process only needs two actions to control the whole row cattle neck yoke state.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of livestock breeding equipment, and in particular to an adjustable cattle neck yoke structure. Background Technology

[0002] In large-scale dairy farming, neck yokes are crucial for securing cattle by the neck for routine management tasks such as feeding and veterinary checkups. Currently common neck yoke designs often require manual manipulation of each moving part, a cumbersome and time-consuming process. This method is particularly inefficient when quickly releasing or restraining an entire herd of cattle, increasing the workload for farm workers and potentially impacting the timeliness of herd management. Furthermore, some existing designs are complex, difficult to maintain, and offer a poor user experience.

[0003] The core problem with existing technologies lies in the lack of an efficient and synchronized opening and closing control mechanism. Opening a bull's neck yoke typically requires manually unfolding and positioning each movable member individually, and closing it similarly requires resetting and locking each member individually. This involves numerous steps and relies heavily on manual labor, which not only reduces work efficiency but also easily leads to delays in emergency operations. Therefore, an adjustable bull's neck yoke structure is proposed here. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this invention provides an adjustable cow neck yoke structure, which solves the problems mentioned in the background section.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: an adjustable bull neck yoke structure, comprising a lower rail and an upper rail; multiple sets of equally spaced uprights are fixedly connected between the lower and upper rails; a rotating cylinder is rotatably connected to the upper side of the lower rail and the lower side of the upper rail; a blocking bar is slidably connected to the inner side of the rotating cylinder; a rotating component is rotatably connected between the two sets of blocking bars; an assembly mechanism is installed on the outside of the rotating component; a fixed seat is fixedly connected to the outside of an adjacent upright; an insertion hole is provided on the outside of the fixed seat; a positioning mechanism is installed inside the fixed seat; a quick assembly mechanism is installed between the insertion plate and the upper rail; and a quick disassembly mechanism is installed on the outside of the fixed seat.

[0006] As a further technical solution of this utility model, the upper side of the lower railing and the lower side of the upper railing are both fixedly connected to connecting parts, and the rotating cylinder and the connecting parts are rotatably connected.

[0007] As a further technical solution of this utility model, the assembly mechanism includes a plug plate and a positioning hole. The plug plate is fixedly connected to the outside of the rotating part, and the plug plate and the plug hole are matched. The positioning hole is opened at the end of the plug plate.

[0008] As a further technical solution of this utility model, the positioning mechanism includes a wedge block and a compression spring. The wedge block is slidably connected to the inner side of the fixed base, and the compression spring is fixedly connected to the upper inner side of the fixed base, with the other end of the compression spring fixedly connected to the upper side of the wedge block.

[0009] As a further technical solution of this utility model, the wedge block has an inclined surface on the side near the insertion hole, and the inclined surface matches the insertion plate, and the wedge block matches the positioning hole.

[0010] As a further technical solution of this utility model, the quick assembly mechanism includes a slide groove, a slide rod, and a first connecting plate. The slide groove is opened on the upper side of the upper railing, and there are several sets of slide grooves arranged at equal intervals. The slide rod is fixedly connected to the upper side of the insert plate and slidably connected to the inner side of the slide groove. The first connecting plate is fixedly connected to the upper end of the multiple sets of slide rods and slidably connected to the upper side of the upper railing.

[0011] As a further technical solution of this utility model, the quick disassembly mechanism includes a connecting rod and a second connecting plate. The connecting rod is fixedly connected to the upper side of the wedge block, and the end of the connecting rod passes through the outside of the fixed seat and is slidably connected thereto. The second connecting plate is fixedly connected to the ends of multiple sets of the connecting rods.

[0012] This utility model provides an adjustable cow neck yoke structure, which has the following advantages compared with the prior art:

[0013] 1. This design features an adjustable cattle neck yoke structure. By pushing the first connecting plate horizontally with a single action, the entire row of cattle neck yokes can be opened synchronously, while the insertion of the insert plate and spring locking positioning are completed automatically. When closing, only the second connecting plate needs to be pulled once, and all the locks are released synchronously. The moving components automatically and instantly reset by gravity. The whole process simplifies the original tedious steps of operating one by one into two consecutive actions, greatly shortening the operation time and reducing labor intensity. It is especially suitable for occasions where it is necessary to quickly manage a row of cattle.

[0014] 2. This design features an adjustable cattle neck yoke structure. When open, the positioning hole at the end of the insert plate and the wedge block engage tightly under the action of a spring, forming a stable and reliable mechanical lock that effectively prevents accidental loosening. When closed, once the lock is released, the moving parts automatically, quickly, and completely slide back to the initial vertical position along a set path under the action of gravity. This ensures that all barrier bars are accurately reset without additional human intervention, forming an effective barrier and avoiding the omissions or incomplete resets that may occur with manual reset, thus ensuring the safety and consistency of cattle management. Attached Figure Description

[0015] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0016] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Enlarged view of the structure at point A in the middle;

[0017] Figure 3 for Figure 1 Enlarged view of the structure at point B;

[0018] Figure 4 for Figure 1 Enlarged view of the structure at point C;

[0019] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the working state of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 6 for Figure 5 Enlarged view of the structure at point D.

[0021] In the diagram: 1. Lower railing; 2. Upper railing; 3. Upright post; 4. Connector; 5. Rotating cylinder; 6. Barrier bar; 7. Rotating component; 8. Insert plate; 9. Positioning hole; 10. Fixing base; 11. Insertion hole; 12. Wedge block; 13. Compression spring; 14. Slide groove; 15. Slide rod; 16. First connecting plate; 17. Connecting rod; 18. Second connecting plate. Detailed Implementation

[0022] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of the present utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present utility model without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0023] Please see Figure 1-6 This utility model provides a technical solution for an adjustable bull neck yoke structure, comprising a lower rail 1 and an upper rail 2. The lower rail 1 serves as the bottom support frame of the entire device, and the upper rail 2 serves as the top support frame, together constituting the main structure of the bull neck yoke. Multiple sets of equally spaced uprights 3 are fixedly connected between the lower rail 1 and the upper rail 2, serving as vertical support components and forming the interval spaces of the bull neck yoke. Rotating cylinders 5 are rotatably connected to the upper side of the lower rail 1 and the lower side of the upper rail 2, serving as the mounting base for movable parts. Connecting pieces 4 are fixedly connected to the upper side of the lower rail 1 and the lower side of the upper rail 2, serving as the basic components for rotatable connections. The rotating cylinder 5 and the connecting pieces 4 are rotatably connected, ensuring the flexible rotation of the movable parts.

[0024] like Figure 3As shown, a stop bar 6 is slidably connected to the inner side of the rotating cylinder 5. The stop bar 6 serves as the main movable stop component. A rotating component 7 is rotatably connected between two sets of stop bars 6. The rotating component 7 serves as a connecting and transmission component. An assembly mechanism is installed on the outside of the rotating component 7. The assembly mechanism is used to achieve quick connection and positioning. The assembly mechanism includes a insert plate 8 and a positioning hole 9. The insert plate 8 is fixedly connected to the outside of the rotating component 7. As a key component for connection and positioning, the insert plate 8 matches the insert hole 11 to ensure precise alignment. The positioning hole 9 is opened at the end of the insert plate 8 to achieve a locking function.

[0025] like Figure 3 As shown, a fixed base 10 is fixedly connected to the outside of the adjacent upright 3. The fixed base 10 serves as the mounting base for the positioning mechanism. An insertion hole 11 is provided on the outside of the fixed base 10 for the insertion and positioning of the insert plate 8. A positioning mechanism is installed inside the fixed base 10 to achieve an automatic locking function. The positioning mechanism includes a wedge block 12 and a compression spring 13. The wedge block 12 is slidably connected to the inside of the fixed base 10 and serves as the actuator for automatic locking. The compression spring 13 is fixedly connected to the upper inside of the fixed base 10 to provide a reset force. The other end of the compression spring 13 is fixedly connected to the upper side of the wedge block 12. The wedge block 12 has an inclined surface on the side near the insertion hole 11 to facilitate the smooth insertion of the insert plate 8. The inclined surface matches the insert plate 8 to ensure smooth engagement. The wedge block 12 matches the positioning hole 9 to achieve precise locking.

[0026] like Figure 3 as well as Figure 4 As shown, a quick assembly mechanism is installed between the insert plate 8 and the upper railing 2. The quick assembly mechanism is used to realize the synchronous operation of the entire row of devices. The quick assembly mechanism includes a slide groove 14, a slide rod 15, and a first connecting plate 16. The slide groove 14 is opened on the upper side of the upper railing 2 as a guide rail for sliding. There are several sets of slide grooves 14 arranged at equal intervals to realize multi-point synchronous control. The slide rod 15 is fixedly connected to the upper side of the insert plate 8 as a transmission connector. The slide rod 15 is slidably connected to the inner side of the slide groove 14 to ensure smooth sliding. The first connecting plate 16 is fixedly connected to the upper end of the multiple sets of slide rods 15 as an operating handle. The first connecting plate 16 is slidably connected to the upper side of the upper railing 2 to facilitate the operator to apply force.

[0027] like Figure 3 as well as Figure 4 As shown, a quick-release mechanism is installed on the outside of the fixed base 10 to achieve a quick unlocking function. The quick-release mechanism includes a connecting rod 17 and a second connecting plate 18. The connecting rod 17 is fixedly connected to the upper side of the wedge block 12 as an unlocking transmission component, and the end of the connecting rod 17 passes through the outside of the fixed base 10 and slides therewith to ensure the transmission of action. The second connecting plate 18 is fixedly connected to the ends of multiple sets of connecting rods 17 as a centralized operating handle to facilitate the simultaneous control of multiple locking points.

[0028] The working principle of this utility model is as follows: The core working principle of this adjustable cattle neck yoke lies in its unique rapid opening and closing and positioning mechanism, which is convenient and efficient to operate. When it is necessary to open the cattle neck yoke to release the cattle, the operator only needs to move the first connecting plate 16 located above the upper railing 2 horizontally. The movement of the first connecting plate 16 drives all the sliding rods 15 fixed to it to slide synchronously in the sliding grooves 14 opened in the upper railing 2. The lower end of the sliding rod 15 is fixedly connected to the insert plate 8, thus driving all the insert plates 8 to be inserted into the insertion holes 11 on the fixed base 10.

[0029] This insertion action produces a dual effect: First, the insert plate 8 is fixed to the rotating component 7, which is rotatably connected to the two side blocking bars 6. The blocking bars 6 are slidably nested inside the rotating cylinder 5. Therefore, the forward movement of the insert plate 8 will pull the rotating component 7 to move horizontally, thereby causing the two side blocking bars 6 to slide outward a certain distance from the rotating cylinder 5. This linkage causes the originally vertical blocking structure to tilt outward and downward, forming an enlarged triangular opening area between the uprights 3, which facilitates the bull's head to extend smoothly. Second, as the insert plate 8 penetrates into the insertion hole 11, its end will first contact... As the wedge block 12 inside the fixed base 10 is inclined, the continuous insertion of the insert plate 8 applies pressure to the inclined surface, forcing the wedge block 12 to slide upward and retract against the elastic force of the compression spring 13. The compression spring 13 is thus compressed. When the insert plate 8 is fully inserted and the positioning hole 9 at its end moves directly below the wedge block 12, the wedge block 12 loses the obstruction of the insert plate 8 body and is instantly ejected downward under the strong restoring force of the compression spring 13, accurately locking into the positioning hole 9, thereby firmly locking the insert plate 8. Thus, the cow neck yoke is quickly and stably kept in the open state.

[0030] When it is necessary to close the cow neck yoke to stop the cattle, the operation is even simpler. Just pull up the second connecting plate 18 above the fixed base 10. The second connecting plate 18 is fixedly connected to the upper end of all the wedge blocks 12 through the connecting rod 17. Therefore, lifting the second connecting plate 18 will drive all the wedge blocks 12 to slide upward synchronously through the connecting rod 17, so that they completely disengage from the positioning hole 9 on the insert plate 8. Once the wedge block 12 exits the positioning hole 9, the insert plate 8, the rotating part 7 and the blocking rod 6 connected to it will automatically and quickly retract along the path of the sliding rod 15 in the sliding groove 14 under their own gravity. The blocking rod 6 will then retract into the rotating cylinder 5. The entire moving part will quickly return to the initial vertical closed position and re-form an effective blocking structure to prevent the cattle's head from entering or staying. The entire closing process does not require additional force and can be completed efficiently by gravity. The operation is simple and easy.

[0031] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this utility model. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various improvements and modifications without departing from the principles of this utility model, and these improvements and modifications should also be considered within the scope of protection of this utility model. Structures, devices, and operating methods not specifically described or explained in this utility model are implemented according to conventional methods in the art, unless otherwise specified or limited.

Claims

1. An adjustable cow neck yoke structure, characterized in that, Includes a lower railing (1) and an upper railing (2). Multiple sets of equally spaced uprights (3) are fixedly connected between the lower railing (1) and the upper railing (2). A rotating cylinder (5) is rotatably connected to the upper side of the lower railing (1) and the lower side of the upper railing (2). A barrier bar (6) is slidably connected to the inner side of the rotating cylinder (5). A rotating component (7) is rotatably connected between the two sets of barrier bars (6). An assembly mechanism is installed on the outside of the rotating part (7), and a fixed seat (10) is fixedly connected to the outside of the adjacent upright (3). An insertion hole (11) is opened on the outside of the fixed seat (10), and a positioning mechanism is installed inside the fixed seat (10). The assembly mechanism includes a insert plate (8) and a positioning hole (9). A quick assembly mechanism is installed between the insert plate (8) and the upper railing (2). A quick disassembly mechanism is installed on the outside of the fixed seat (10).

2. The adjustable cow neck yoke structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The lower railing (1) and the upper railing (2) are both fixedly connected to the connecting parts (4), and the rotating cylinder (5) and the connecting parts (4) are rotatably connected.

3. The adjustable cow neck yoke structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The insert plate (8) is fixedly connected to the outside of the rotating part (7), and the insert plate (8) matches the insertion hole (11). The positioning hole (9) is opened at the end of the insert plate (8).

4. The adjustable cow neck yoke structure according to claim 3, characterized in that, The positioning mechanism includes a wedge block (12) and a compression spring (13). The wedge block (12) is slidably connected to the inner side of the fixed seat (10), and the compression spring (13) is fixedly connected to the upper inner side of the fixed seat (10), with the other end of the compression spring (13) fixedly connected to the upper side of the wedge block (12).

5. The adjustable cow neck yoke structure according to claim 4, characterized in that, The wedge block (12) has an inclined surface on the side near the insertion hole (11), and the inclined surface matches the insertion plate (8). The wedge block (12) matches the positioning hole (9).

6. The adjustable cow neck yoke structure according to claim 3, characterized in that, The quick assembly mechanism includes a slide groove (14), a slide rod (15), and a first connecting plate (16). The slide groove (14) is opened on the upper side of the upper railing (2), and there are several sets of slide grooves (14) arranged at equal intervals. The slide rod (15) is fixedly connected to the upper side of the insert plate (8), and the slide rod (15) is slidably connected to the inner side of the slide groove (14). The first connecting plate (16) is fixedly connected to the upper end of the multiple sets of slide rods (15), and the first connecting plate (16) is slidably connected to the upper side of the upper railing (2).

7. The adjustable cow neck yoke structure according to claim 4, characterized in that, The quick disassembly mechanism includes a connecting rod (17) and a second connecting plate (18). The connecting rod (17) is fixedly connected to the upper side of the wedge block (12), and the end of the connecting rod (17) passes through the outside of the fixed seat (10) and is slidably connected thereto. The second connecting plate (18) is fixedly connected to the ends of multiple sets of the connecting rods (17).

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