A corn seed germination device

Abstract

The utility model discloses a corn seed germination accelerating device relates to germination accelerating equipment technical field, including germination accelerating device, the germination accelerating device includes box, motor, tray, support wheel and humidifying device, the motor fixed mounting is at the bottom of box, and the output of motor is through to the bottom of box inner wall. The utility model discloses a plug -in assembly is set up, when needing the output of tray and motor to carry out the connection, utilizes plug -in assembly, solved the inner wall of tray long -term use, and its on filter hole easy residual seed residue, dirt or mould, and then whenever germination accelerating is completed, to guarantee the germination accelerating stability of new seed behind, because need to brush the tray, but the tray is fixedly connected with the output of motor, and it is not easy to carry out quick dismounting, however, the tray is located in the box, makes the operation space very narrow, thereby very inconvenient for user to carry out the depth of the tray and brushes the problem, reaches the effect that the tray dismounts conveniently.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of germination equipment technology, specifically a corn seed germination device. Background Technology

[0002] Corn seeds are the reproductive bodies capable of growing into mature corn plants, formed from ovules through pollination and fertilization. A corn seed consists of three parts: the seed coat, the embryo, and the endosperm. The purpose of pre-germinating corn seeds is to promote germination and enhance seed viability. Pre-germinated corn seeds germinate faster and have stronger shoots and roots, which is beneficial for seedling growth. Pre-germination also reduces the risks of corn planting; pre-germinated seeds are less susceptible to disease damage to seedlings, thus increasing the survival rate. Furthermore, pre-germinated seeds root quickly after sowing, emerge earlier and more uniformly, have a higher seedling survival rate, and can accumulate sufficient heat, promoting early maturity and high yield.

[0003] For example, application number CN202421935535.3 discloses a corn seed germination device, comprising: a germination box for germinating corn seeds; a door installed on one side of the germination box; a tray for holding corn seeds rotatably installed inside the germination box; a drain outlet for draining excess water on one side of the bottom of the germination box; a wetting mechanism for wetting the corn seeds; and a lighting mechanism for enhancing the photosynthesis of corn seeds. The wetting mechanism includes a water tank installed at the top of the germination box and a water pump installed on the outer wall of one side of the germination box. A water supply pipe supplied by the water pump is installed on one side of the germination box, and multiple sets of atomizing nozzles are installed on the side of the water supply pipe facing the tray. The lighting mechanism includes a lamp holder installed at the top of the germination box and multiple sets of lighting lamps installed on the lamp holder. This device avoids the problem of excessive water immersion leading to oxygen deficiency in the seeds, thus ensuring the viability of the corn seeds.

[0004] Based on the search of the aforementioned patents and the findings of existing equipment, while the aforementioned equipment can solve the problem of difficulty in controlling water volume, which can easily lead to over-soaking of seeds and cause oxygen deficiency and reduced seed vigor, seed residue, dirt, or mold can easily remain on the inner wall and filter holes of the tray after long-term use. Therefore, after each germination, the tray needs to be washed to ensure the germination stability of subsequent new seeds. However, the tray is fixedly connected to the motor output end, making it difficult to disassemble and assemble quickly. Furthermore, the tray is located inside the box, making the operating space very small, which makes it very inconvenient for users to deeply wash the tray. Utility Model Content

[0005] To address the problems mentioned in the background art, the present invention aims to provide a corn seed germination device that features easy tray assembly and disassembly. This solves the problem that after long-term use, seed residue, dirt, or mold easily remain on the inner wall and filter holes of the tray. Consequently, after each germination cycle, the tray needs to be washed to ensure stable germination of subsequent new seeds. However, the tray is fixedly connected to the motor output end, making quick assembly and disassembly difficult. Furthermore, the tray is located inside the box, resulting in a very limited operating space, which makes it inconvenient for users to perform deep cleaning of the tray.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a corn seed germination device, comprising a germination device, which includes a housing, a motor, a tray, support wheels, and a humidification device. The motor is fixedly installed at the bottom of the housing, and its output end extends through to the bottom of the inner wall of the housing. The tray is located inside the housing, and its bottom is in contact with the output end of the motor. The support wheels are movably connected to the bottom of the tray via pins. Four support wheels are arranged in a ring at equal intervals, and their bottoms are in contact with the bottom of the inner wall of the housing. The humidification device is fixedly installed on the right side of the inner wall of the housing.

[0007] A plug-in assembly, the plug-in assembly including a square groove, the square groove being formed on the top of the tray, a square post being inserted into the inner wall of the square groove, and the bottom of the square post being fixedly connected to the output end of the motor;

[0008] A fixing mechanism is provided on all four sides of the inner wall of the square groove.

[0009] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the fixing mechanism includes a groove, which is formed on the four sides of the inner wall of the square groove. A sliding groove is formed on each of the four sides of the square column, and the sliding groove is connected to the groove. A rod is slidably connected to the inner wall of the sliding groove, and the rod is inserted into the groove. A frustum is formed inside the square column, and one end of the rod contacts the surface of the frustum. A screw is threadedly connected to the inner wall of the frustum, and the bottom of the screw is movably connected to the bottom of the inner wall of the square column via a pin. The top of the screw extends through to the top of the square column. A push-out component is formed inside the groove, and limit components are formed around the perimeter of the frustum surface.

[0010] In a preferred embodiment of this invention, the ejection assembly includes an ejection spring located inside the groove. One end of the ejection spring is fixedly connected to the outer side of the inner wall of the groove, and the other end of the ejection spring is fixedly connected to a contact block. The surface of the contact block is slidably connected to the inner wall of the groove, and the contact block contacts the insertion rod.

[0011] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the limiting component includes a limiting groove, which is formed around the surface of the frustum. A limiting rod is slidably connected to the inner wall of the limiting groove, and the two sides of the limiting rod are fixedly connected to the four corners of the inner wall of the square column.

[0012] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, a limiting telescopic rod is sleeved inside the ejection spring, the outer side of the limiting telescopic rod is fixedly connected to the outer side of the inner wall of the groove, and the inner side of the limiting telescopic rod is fixedly connected to the outer side of the inner wall of the contact block.

[0013] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the surface of the screw is fitted with an anti-loosening spring, one end of which contacts the top of the frustum and the other end of which contacts the top of the inner wall of the square column.

[0014] As a preferred embodiment of this invention, a handwheel is fixedly connected to the bottom of the screw, and the handwheel is used to rotate the screw.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0016] 1. This utility model, by setting up a plug-in component, allows for a pluggable connection between the tray and the motor output when the tray needs to be connected to the motor output. This enables quick connection and disconnection between the tray and the motor output, solving the problem that after long-term use, seed residue, dirt, or mold easily remain on the inner wall and filter holes of the tray. Furthermore, after each germination process, the tray needs to be washed to ensure the stable germination of new seeds. However, the tray is fixedly connected to the motor output, making quick disassembly and assembly difficult. Moreover, the tray is located inside the box, making the operating space very small, which makes it very inconvenient for users to deeply wash the tray. This invention achieves the effect of facilitating tray disassembly and assembly.

[0017] 2. This utility model utilizes a plug-in assembly to initially connect the tray to the motor output when the tray needs to be connected to the motor output. Then, a fixing mechanism is used to completely fix the tray to the motor output through the plug-in assembly. During this process, the limiting component stabilizes the operation of the fixing mechanism.

[0018] 3. In this utility model, when the insert rod is inserted into the groove, the ejection component is triggered and stores force, thus facilitating the automatic ejection of the insert rod from the groove when the tray needs to be separated from the motor output end. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention;

[0020] Figure 2 This is a schematic cross-sectional view of the box body of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 3 This is a partial cross-sectional view and exploded view of some parts of the pallet of this utility model.

[0022] In the diagram: 1. Germination device; 11. Box body; 12. Motor; 13. Tray; 14. Support wheel; 15. Humidifier; 2. Plug-in assembly; 21. Square groove; 22. Square column; 3. Fixing mechanism; 31. Groove; 32. Slide groove; 33. Insert rod; 34. Frustum; 35. Screw; 4. Push-out assembly; 41. Push-out spring; 42. Contact block; 5. Limiting assembly; 51. Limiting groove; 52. Limiting rod; 6. Distance telescopic rod; 7. Anti-loosening spring; 8. Handwheel. Detailed Implementation

[0023] To make the above-mentioned objectives, features and advantages of this utility model more apparent and understandable, the specific embodiments of this utility model will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0024] Many specific details are set forth in the following description in order to provide a full understanding of the present invention. However, the present invention may also be implemented in other ways different from those described herein. Those skilled in the art can make similar extensions without departing from the spirit of the present invention. Therefore, the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0025] Secondly, the term "an embodiment" or "embodiment" as used herein refers to a specific feature, structure, or characteristic that may be included in at least one implementation of the present invention. The phrase "in one embodiment" appearing in different places in this specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor is it a single or selective embodiment that excludes other embodiments.

[0026] Secondly, this utility model is described in detail with reference to the schematic diagrams. When describing the embodiments of this utility model, for ease of explanation, the cross-sectional views illustrating the device structure may be partially enlarged, not adhering to the usual scale. Furthermore, the schematic diagrams are merely examples and should not limit the scope of protection of this utility model. In addition, actual manufacturing should include the three-dimensional spatial dimensions of length, width, and depth. Example

[0027] Reference Figure 1-3This is the first embodiment of the present invention, providing a corn seed germination device 1, including a germination device 1, a housing 11, a motor 12, a tray 13, support wheels 14, and a humidification device 15. The motor 12 is fixedly installed at the bottom of the housing 11, and the output end of the motor 12 extends through to the bottom of the inner wall of the housing 11. The tray 13 is located inside the housing 11, and the bottom of the tray 13 contacts the output end of the motor 12. The support wheels 14 are movably connected to the bottom of the tray 13 via pins. Four support wheels 14 are arranged in a ring and are evenly distributed. The bottom of the support wheels 14 contacts the bottom of the inner wall of the housing 11. The humidification device 15 is fixedly installed on the right side of the inner wall of the housing 11.

[0028] The plug-in assembly 2 includes a square groove 21, which is opened on the top of the tray 13. A square post 22 is inserted into the inner wall of the square groove 21, and the bottom of the square post 22 is fixedly connected to the output end of the motor 12.

[0029] The fixing mechanism 3 is located on all four sides of the inner wall of the square groove 21. The fixing mechanism 3 includes a groove 31 on each of the four sides of the inner wall of the square groove 21. A sliding groove 32 is provided on each of the four sides of the square column 22, and the sliding groove 32 communicates with the groove 31. A plug rod 33 is slidably connected to the inner wall of the sliding groove 32 and is inserted into the groove 31. A frustum 34 is provided inside the square column 22. One end of the plug rod contacts the surface of the frustum 34. A screw rod 35 is threadedly connected to the inner wall of the frustum 34. The bottom of the screw rod 35 is movably connected to the bottom of the inner wall of the square column 22 via a pin, and the top of the screw rod 35 extends through the square column 22. At the top, a push-out component 4 is provided inside the groove 31. Limiting components 5 are provided around the surface of the frustum 34. The limiting components 5 include limiting grooves 51, which are provided around the surface of the frustum 34. A limiting rod 52 is slidably connected to the inner wall of the limiting groove 51. The two sides of the limiting rod 52 are fixedly connected to the four corners of the inner wall of the square column 22. An anti-loosening spring 7 is sleeved on the surface of the screw 35. One end of the anti-loosening spring 7 is in contact with the top of the frustum 34, and the other end of the anti-loosening spring 7 is in contact with the top of the inner wall of the square column 22. A handwheel 8 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the screw 35. The handwheel 8 is used to rotate the screw 35.

[0030] Specifically, when it is necessary to connect the tray 13 to the output end of the motor 12, the plug-in component 2 is used to make the tray 13 and the output end of the motor 12 initially connected. Then, the fixing mechanism 3 is used to make the tray 13 completely fixedly connected to the output end of the motor 12 through the plug-in component 2. During this process, the limit component 5 stabilizes the operation of the fixing mechanism 3.

[0031] Furthermore, when the user needs to connect the tray 13 to the output end of the motor 12, they hold the tray 13, align the square slot 21 on the tray 13 with the square post 22 on the output end of the motor 12, and then lower the tray 13 so that the square post 22 is inserted into the square slot 21 until the support wheel 14 contacts the bottom of the inner wall of the housing 11. The tray 13 then achieves a preliminary connection with the output end of the motor 12 through the insertion of the square slot 21 and the square post 22. Then, the screw 35 can be rotated through the force point provided by the handwheel 8, driving the truncated cone 34 to rise along the trajectory of the screw 35. As the truncated cone 34 moves, the limiting groove 51 slides along the limiting rod 52, thus achieving a connection through the cooperation of the limiting groove 51 and the limiting rod 52. This allows the truncated cone 34 to move stably up and down via the rotation of the screw 35. Simultaneously, the anti-loosening spring 7 gradually deforms under pressure as the truncated cone 34 rises, generating a rebound force. This rebound force applies an axial pressure to the truncated cone 34, making the threaded connection between the truncated cone 34 and the screw 35 tighter and reducing the possibility of the screw 35 loosening and rotating due to vibration. During the movement of the truncated cone 34, its inclined surface presses against the insert rod 33, pushing it to slide outwards along the track of the slide groove 32 towards the square column 22, and then inserting it into the groove 31 of the tray 13. This achieves a fixed connection between the square column 22 and the square groove 21, thus completing the simple connection between the tray 13 and the output end of the motor 12. Example

[0032] The second embodiment of this utility model provides a corn seed germination device 1. The ejection assembly 4 includes an ejection spring 41, which is located inside a groove 31. One end of the ejection spring 41 is fixedly connected to the outer side of the inner wall of the groove 31, and the other end of the ejection spring 41 is fixedly connected to a contact block 42. The surface of the contact block 42 is slidably connected to the inner wall of the groove, and the contact block 42 is in contact with the insertion rod 33. A limiting telescopic rod 6 is sleeved inside the ejection spring 41. The outer side of the limiting telescopic rod 6 is fixedly connected to the outer side of the inner wall of the groove 31, and the inner side of the limiting telescopic rod is fixedly connected to the outer side of the inner wall of the contact block 42.

[0033] Specifically, when the insert rod 33 is inserted into the groove 31, the ejection component 4 will be triggered and store force, so that when the tray 13 needs to be separated from the output end of the motor 12, the insert rod 33 will automatically exit the groove 31.

[0034] Furthermore, when the insertion rod 33 is pushed by the frustum 34 and inserted into the groove 31, the contact block 42 will contact the insertion rod 33. Then, as the insertion rod 33 is inserted, the contact block 42 is pushed, and the contact block 42 squeezes the ejection spring 41, causing it to deform and generate a rebound force, which is stored. Therefore, when the screw 35 reverses and drives the frustum 34 to descend, the insertion rod 33 loses the squeeze of the frustum 34, and the rebound force of the ejection spring 41 is released, pushing the contact block 42 to reset and pulling the insertion rod 33 out of the groove 31. During this process, the distance limiting telescopic rod 6 moves along with the compression movement of the ejection spring 41. Therefore, the distance limiting telescopic rod 6 limits the movement distance of the ejection spring 41, preventing its rebound force from pushing the contact block 42 out of the groove 31 excessively and affecting the operation of the square column 22 inserting into the square slot 21. Thus, the tray 13 can be pulled to disengage the square column 22 from the square slot 21.

[0035] Working principle:

[0036] When the user needs to germinate corn seeds, first hold the tray 13, align the square groove 21 on the tray 13 with the square post 22 on the output end of the motor 12, then lower the tray 13 so that the square post 22 is inserted into the square groove 21 until the support wheel 14 contacts the bottom of the inner wall of the box 11. Then, the tray 13 is initially connected to the output end of the motor 12 through the insertion of the square groove 21 and the square post 22. Afterwards, by using the handwheel 8 to apply force, rotate the screw 35, driving the truncated cone 34 to rise along the trajectory of the screw 35. As the truncated cone 34 moves, the limiting groove 51 slides along the limiting rod 52. The engagement of the limiting groove 51 and the limiting rod 52 allows the frustum 34 to move stably up and down via the rotation of the screw 35. During this movement, the inclined surface of the frustum 34 presses against the insertion rod 33, pushing it to slide outwards along the track of the slide groove 32 towards the square post 22, and then inserting it into the groove 31 of the tray 13. As the insertion rod 33 is inserted, the contact block 42 contacts it, pushing it forward and compressing the push-out spring 41, causing it to deform and generate a rebound force, which is then stored. Simultaneously, during the upward movement of the frustum 34, the anti-loosening spring... 7. As the frustum 34 rises, it is gradually compressed, generating a rebound force. This rebound force applies an axial pressure to the frustum 34, making the threaded connection between the frustum 34 and the screw 35 tighter and reducing the possibility of the screw 35 loosening and rotating due to vibration. This achieves a fixed connection between the square column 22 and the square groove 21. At this point, corn seeds can be placed on the tray 13. Then, the humidifier 15 and motor 12 are activated, causing the humidifier 15 to spray water mist, and the motor 12 to drive the tray 13 to rotate, evenly spraying the water mist onto the seeds to promote germination. After germination is complete, the seeds are removed from the tray 13. After removal, the tray 13 needs to be thoroughly cleaned to prevent seed residue, dirt, or mold remaining on its inner wall and filter holes from affecting the germination stability of new seeds after long-term use. Reverse screw 35 to drive the truncated cone 34 down, allowing the insertion rod 33 to lose the pressure of the truncated cone 34, thus releasing the rebound force of the push spring 41, pushing the contact block 42 to reset, and pushing the insertion rod 33 out of the groove 31. Then the square groove 21 and square post 22 are unlocked, and the tray 13 can be pulled out of the box 11 for the user to perform a deep cleaning, thus having the advantage of easy disassembly and assembly of the tray 13.

[0037] In summary, this corn seed germination device 1, by setting up a plug-in component 2, allows for a pluggable connection between the tray 13 and the output end of the motor 12 when the tray 13 needs to be connected. This enables quick disconnection and reconnection of the tray 13 and the output end of the motor 12, solving the problem that after long-term use, seed residue, dirt, or mold easily remain on the inner wall and filter holes of the tray. Furthermore, after each germination, the tray needs to be washed to ensure the stable germination of new seeds. However, the tray is fixedly connected to the motor output end, making quick disassembly and assembly difficult. Moreover, the tray is located inside the box, resulting in a very small operating space, which makes it very inconvenient for users to deeply wash the tray.

[0038] It should be noted that (motor, cylinder, screw, gear, worm gear, electric telescopic rod, damper, push-out spring) are existing devices or equipment, or devices or equipment that can be implemented by existing technology. The power supply, connection method, usage method, power source, fixing method, installation method, control method, etc. of the equipment, as well as the materials of each accessory and the selection of various parameters are all common knowledge in the art, and therefore will not be described in detail in this application document.

[0039] It is important to note that the constructions and arrangements of this application shown in several different exemplary embodiments are merely illustrative. Although only a few embodiments are described in detail in this disclosure, those who consult this disclosure will readily understand that many modifications are possible (e.g., changes in the size, dimensions, structure, shape and proportion of various elements, as well as parameter values ​​(e.g., temperature, pressure, etc.), mounting arrangements, use of materials, color, orientation, etc.) without substantially departing from the novel teachings and advantages of the subject matter described in this application). For example, an element shown as integrally formed may be composed of multiple parts or elements, the position of elements may be inverted or otherwise altered, and the nature or number or position of discrete elements may be changed or altered. Therefore, all such modifications are intended to be included within the scope of this utility model. The order or sequence of any process or method steps may be changed or reordered according to alternative embodiments. In the claims, any "device plus function" clause is intended to cover the structure described herein that performs the function, and not only structural equivalents but also equivalent structures. Without departing from the scope of this invention, other substitutions, modifications, alterations, and omissions may be made in the design, operation, and arrangement of the exemplary embodiments. Therefore, this invention is not limited to the specific embodiments, but extends to various modifications that still fall within the scope of the appended claims.

[0040] Furthermore, in order to provide a concise description of exemplary embodiments, not all features of actual embodiments (i.e., those features that are not relevant to the best mode of carrying out the present invention as currently considered, or those features that are not relevant to implementing the present invention) may be omitted.

[0041] It should be understood that numerous specific implementation decisions can be made during the development of any practical implementation, such as in any engineering or design project. Such development efforts may be complex and time-consuming, but for those skilled in the art who benefit from this disclosure, the development effort will be a routine work of design, manufacturing, and production without requiring much experimentation.

[0042] It should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solution of this utility model and are not intended to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications or equivalent substitutions can be made to the technical solution of this utility model without departing from the spirit and scope of the technical solution of this utility model, and all such modifications or substitutions should be covered within the scope of the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A corn seed germination device, characterized in that: The device includes a germination device (1), which comprises a housing (11), a motor (12), a tray (13), support wheels (14), and a humidifier (15). The motor (12) is fixedly installed at the bottom of the housing (11), and the output end of the motor (12) extends through to the bottom of the inner wall of the housing (11). The tray (13) is located inside the housing (11), and the bottom of the tray (13) is in contact with the output end of the motor (12). The support wheels (14) are movably connected to the bottom of the tray (13) by axle pins. There are four support wheels (14) arranged in a ring at equal intervals, and the bottom of the support wheels (14) is in contact with the bottom of the inner wall of the housing (11). The humidifier (15) is fixedly installed on the right side of the inner wall of the housing (11). The plug-in assembly (2) includes a square groove (21) which is opened on the top of the tray (13). A square post (22) is inserted into the inner wall of the square groove (21), and the bottom of the square post (22) is fixedly connected to the output end of the motor (12). Fixing mechanism (3) is provided on the four sides of the inner wall of the square groove (21).

2. The corn seed germination device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fixing mechanism (3) includes a groove (31), which is opened on the four sides of the inner wall of the square groove (21). The four sides of the square column (22) are provided with sliding grooves (32), which are connected to the groove (31). The inner wall of the sliding groove (32) is slidably connected with a plug (33), which is inserted into the groove (31). The square column (22) is provided with a frustum (34). One end of the plug (33) is in contact with the surface of the frustum (34). The inner wall of the frustum (34) is threaded with a screw (35). The bottom of the screw (35) is movably connected to the bottom of the inner wall of the square column (22) through a shaft pin. The top of the screw (35) extends through to the top of the square column (22). The groove (31) is provided with a push-out component (4). The frustum (34) is provided with limit components (5) on all four sides.

3. The corn seed germination device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The ejection assembly (4) includes an ejection spring (41) located inside the groove (31). One end of the ejection spring (41) is fixedly connected to the outer side of the inner wall of the groove (31), and the other end of the ejection spring (41) is fixedly connected to a contact block (42). The surface of the contact block (42) is slidably connected to the inner wall of the groove, and the contact block (42) is in contact with the insertion rod (33).

4. The corn seed germination device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The limiting component (5) includes a limiting groove (51), which is opened around the surface of the frustum (34). A limiting rod (52) is slidably connected to the inner wall of the limiting groove (51), and the two sides of the limiting rod (52) are fixedly connected to the four corners of the inner wall of the square column (22).

5. A corn seed germination device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The push-out spring (41) is fitted with a distance-limiting telescopic rod (6). The outer side of the distance-limiting telescopic rod (6) is fixedly connected to the outer side of the inner wall of the groove (31), and the inner side of the distance-limiting telescopic rod (6) is fixedly connected to the outer side of the inner wall of the contact block (42).

6. A corn seed germination device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The screw (35) is fitted with an anti-loosening spring (7), one end of which is in contact with the top of the frustum (34), and the other end of which is in contact with the top of the inner wall of the square column (22).

7. A corn seed germination device according to claim 2, characterized in that: A handwheel (8) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the screw (35), and the handwheel (8) is used to rotate the screw (35).

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