Incubator capable of controlling temperature and humidity

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of incubator, especially disclose a kind of incubator that can control temperature and humidity, the box is divided into storage cavity and hatching cavity, box cover is rotatably installed on the box, the wind scooper of symmetrical fixed mounting is installed at the both ends of the box, the heating grid of the inside of the box is used to conduct heat, the both ends of the heating grid of symmetrical fixed mounting are used for the semiconductor refrigeration piece for heating heating grid, the temperature sensor for measuring temperature is fixedly installed in the inside of the box, the humidity sensor for measuring humidity is fixedly installed in the inside of the box, the single-chip microcontroller is fixedly installed in the inside of the box, control screen is fixedly installed on the box, the inside of the heating grid is fixedly installed for the atomizer for humidification, distribution hole is set up at the both ends of the box, the fan is symmetrically installed in the inside of the box;It has reached the effect that while carrying out temperature control, the inside of the box can also be ventilated.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of incubator technology, and in particular to an incubator that can control temperature and humidity. Background Technology

[0002] In poultry farming, reptile breeding, and biological research, incubators are key devices used to simulate natural incubation environments and precisely control temperature and humidity to improve the hatching success rate of eggs. In practical applications, incubators typically require the following technologies:

[0003] 1. Temperature control mechanisms, such as heating wires and semiconductor heating modules, combined with temperature sensors, can maintain a constant temperature environment inside the chamber;

[0004] 2. Humidity control mechanism, such as ultrasonic humidifier or water tray evaporation system, combined with humidity sensor, to realize dynamic adjustment of humidity inside the chamber;

[0005] 3. Ventilation system, such as fan or vent design, to ensure air circulation and gas exchange inside the chamber.

[0006] Existing Chinese patent: A chick incubator, publication number: CN218218780U, includes a box body with an opening on one side; two heating lamps installed in opposite side walls of the box body; two tempered glass plates installed on opposite side walls of the box body's inner cavity; multiple support members installed from top to bottom within the box body's inner cavity; multiple egg trays mounted on the support members; insulation components installed within the box body's inner cavity; and multiple doors made of glass, installed from top to bottom within the opening. In this invention, because the inner cavity of the box body has multiple support members, each with an egg tray, this incubator provides a larger incubation space for small-scale farmers, allowing for the placement of more fertilized eggs.

[0007] However, during the implementation of the above technical solution, at least the following technical problems were found: The incubator is heated by internal heating lamps. In order to reduce the loss of internal heat, the door is closed, which will prevent the air inside from circulating. During the development of the embryo, it needs to breathe continuously, and the oxygen inside the incubator will gradually decrease. The carbon dioxide produced cannot be discharged in time, which will seriously affect the hatching of the embryo. Utility Model Content

[0008] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this invention provides a temperature and humidity controlled incubator, solving the technical problem that existing incubators use internal heating lamps to heat the interior. To reduce heat loss, the door is closed, preventing air circulation. During embryonic development, the embryo needs to breathe continuously, causing oxygen levels to gradually decrease and carbon dioxide to be unable to escape in time, severely impacting embryo hatching.

[0009] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0010] A temperature and humidity controlled incubator includes a box body, which is divided into a storage chamber and an incubation chamber. A box cover is rotatably mounted on the box body. Air guides are symmetrically fixed at both ends of the box body. A heating grid for heat conduction is installed inside the box body. Semiconductor cooling chips for heating the heating grid are symmetrically fixed at both ends of the heating grid. A temperature sensor for measuring temperature is fixedly installed inside the box body. A humidity sensor for measuring humidity is fixedly installed inside the box body. A microcontroller is fixedly installed inside the box body. A control panel is fixedly mounted on the box body. A humidifier is fixedly installed inside the heating grid. Distribution holes are opened at both ends of the box body. Fans are symmetrically installed inside the box body. The semiconductor cooling chips, temperature sensor, humidity sensor, control panel, humidifier, and fans are all connected to the microcontroller via wires. The hot end of the semiconductor cooling chip is connected to the heating grid.

[0011] Preferably, the box is equipped with a rotating frame for rotation.

[0012] Preferably, a stepper motor is fixedly installed inside the housing, and the stepper motor is connected to the microcontroller via wires.

[0013] Preferably, the feed shaft of the stepper motor is fixedly connected to the rotating frame.

[0014] Preferably, an LED light-emitting board is fixedly installed on the rotating frame, and a stepper motor is connected to a microcontroller via wires.

[0015] Preferably, the inner walls of both the box body and the box lid are fixedly installed with insulation sleeves.

[0016] Preferably, a dustproof net is fixedly installed at the bottom of the box.

[0017] Preferably, a stopper is installed on the side of the box.

[0018] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0019] 1. The temperature and humidity inside the cabinet are set via the control panel. The temperature sensor monitors the internal temperature. When the temperature is low, the thermoelectric cooler will activate, and the heat generated by the hot end of the thermoelectric cooler will be transferred to the heating grid, heating the grid. At this time, the fan on the left will start, drawing outside air into the cabinet. During this process, the air will pass through the heating grid and be heated. The heated air will then enter the cabinet evenly through the distribution holes along the air guide, raising the internal temperature. When the temperature is high, the thermoelectric cooler stops heating, allowing the internal temperature to drop slowly (some residual heat remains on the heating grid). If the temperature is too high, the fan on the left will stop blowing air, and the fan on the right will start, sending unheated air into the cabinet, rapidly lowering the internal temperature. By monitoring the internal temperature through the temperature sensor, and regulating the internal temperature through the heating grid, thermoelectric cooler, and fan, while also creating airflow within the cabinet, the system achieves both temperature control and ventilation.

[0020] 2. When the humidity sensor detects that the internal humidity is low, the left-side fan and atomizer will be activated. The atomizer will atomize the water, and the fan will promote airflow while sending the atomized water into the chamber, increasing the humidity inside the chamber. When the humidity sensor detects that the internal humidity is high, the atomizer will stop, and the fan will promote airflow to carry away the water vapor inside the chamber, thus reducing the humidity inside the chamber. This achieves the effect of monitoring the humidity inside the chamber.

[0021] Third, the dustproof net can filter out dust in the air during use. During the incubation process, the LED light panel will be activated to provide illumination, and at the same time, the stepper motor will drive the rotating frame to rotate slowly to provide more uniform illumination, thus achieving a more uniform illumination effect. Attached Figure Description

[0022] The above description is only an overview of the technical solution of this utility model. In order to better understand the technical means of this utility model and to implement it in accordance with the contents of the specification, the preferred embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0023] Figure 1 This is a structural diagram of the box body of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional structural diagram of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of the heating grid plate of this utility model;

[0026] Figure 4This is a cross-sectional structural diagram of the box body of this utility model;

[0027] Figure 5 This is a structural diagram of the dustproof net of this utility model.

[0028] Legend: 1. Cabinet; 2. Cabinet lid; 3. Air guide hood; 4. Heating grid; 5. Semiconductor cooling chip; 6. Temperature sensor; 7. Humidity sensor; 8. Microcontroller; 9. Control panel; 11. Atomizer; 12. Distribution hole; 13. Fan; 14. Rotating frame; 15. Stepper motor; 16. LED light-emitting panel; 17. Insulation sleeve; 18. Dustproof net; 19. Plug. Detailed Implementation

[0029] This application provides a temperature and humidity controlled incubator, effectively solving the technical problems of the aforementioned incubators. These incubators use internal heating lamps to heat the interior, and to reduce heat loss, the door is closed, preventing air circulation. During embryo development, continuous respiration leads to a gradual decrease in oxygen and the inability to expel carbon dioxide, severely impacting embryo hatching. The incubator's internal temperature and humidity are set via a control panel, and a temperature sensor monitors the internal temperature. When the temperature is low, the thermoelectric cooler activates, transferring heat from its hot end to the heating grid. Simultaneously, the left-side fan starts, drawing outside air into the incubator. During this process, the air passes through the heating grid and is heated, then evenly enters the incubator through distribution holes, raising the internal temperature. When the temperature is high, the thermoelectric cooler stops heating, allowing the internal temperature to slowly decrease (with some residual heat remaining on the heating grid). If the temperature is too high, the left-side fan stops blowing air. The right-side fan starts, supplying unheated air into the chamber, rapidly lowering the internal temperature. A temperature sensor monitors the internal temperature, and the heating grid, semiconductor cooling chip, and fan regulate the temperature while simultaneously creating airflow. This achieves both temperature control and ventilation. When the humidity sensor detects low internal humidity, the left-side fan and atomizer activate. The atomizer atomizes the water, and the fan further promotes airflow. The system will deliver atomized water into the chamber, increasing the humidity inside. When the humidity sensor detects high internal humidity, the atomizer stops, and the fan promotes airflow, carrying away the moisture inside the chamber and reducing the humidity. This achieves the effect of monitoring the internal humidity. The dust filter can filter out dust from the air. During incubation, the LED light panel will be activated to provide illumination, and the stepper motor will drive the rotating frame to rotate slowly to provide more uniform lighting.

[0030] Example

[0031] like Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 and Figure 5As shown, the technical solution in this application embodiment effectively solves the problem of the aforementioned incubator. The incubator uses internal heating lamps to heat the interior. To reduce heat loss, the door is closed, preventing air circulation. Since embryos need to breathe continuously during development, the oxygen level inside the incubator gradually decreases, and the generated carbon dioxide cannot be expelled in time, severely impacting embryo hatching. The overall approach is as follows:

[0032] To address the problems existing in the prior art, this utility model provides an incubator that can control temperature and humidity, including a box body 1, which is divided into a storage chamber and an incubation chamber. A box cover 2 is rotatably installed on the box body 1. Air guide covers 3 are symmetrically fixedly installed at both ends of the box body 1. A heating grid 4 for conducting heat is installed inside the box body 1. Semiconductor cooling chips 5 for heating the heating grid 4 are symmetrically fixedly installed at both ends of the heating grid 4. A temperature sensor 6 for measuring temperature is fixedly installed inside the box body 1. A humidity sensor 7 for measuring humidity is fixedly installed inside the box body 1.

[0033] A microcontroller 8 is fixedly installed inside the housing 1. A control panel 9 is fixedly installed on the housing 1. An atomizer 11 for humidification is fixedly installed inside the heating grid plate 4. Distribution holes 12 are opened at both ends of the housing 1. Fans 13 are symmetrically installed inside the housing 1. The semiconductor cooling chip 5, temperature sensor 6, humidity sensor 7, control panel 9, atomizer 11 and fan 13 are all connected to the microcontroller 8 through wires. The hot end of the semiconductor cooling chip 5 is connected to the heating grid plate 4.

[0034] A rotating frame 14 is rotatably installed inside the housing 1. A stepper motor 15 is fixedly installed inside the housing 1. The stepper motor 15 is connected to the microcontroller 8 via wires. The conveying shaft of the stepper motor 15 is fixedly connected to the rotating frame 14. An LED light-emitting board 16 is fixedly installed on the rotating frame 14. The stepper motor 15 is connected to the microcontroller 8 via wires. Insulation sleeves 17 are fixedly installed on the inner side walls of the housing 1 and the housing cover 2. A dustproof net 18 is fixedly installed at the bottom of the housing 1. A plug 19 is installed on the side of the housing 1.

[0035] Box 1: As the main body of the incubator, it has a storage cavity and an incubation cavity inside, which can support other components and provide space for embryo incubation;

[0036] Box lid 2: Rotatably connected to box body 1, the incubator can be opened and closed by rotating it;

[0037] Air guide hood 3: Symmetrically fixed at both ends of the box 1, it is an air duct structure that guides air into the box 1 evenly through the distribution holes 12, which helps the temperature inside the box to rise evenly.

[0038] Heating grid 4: Located inside the chamber 1, it is responsible for conducting heat, receiving heat from the hot end of the semiconductor cooling chip 5, and transferring it to the passing air to heat it and regulate the temperature inside the chamber;

[0039] Semiconductor cooling chip 5: Fixed at both ends of heating grid plate 4, used to heat heating grid plate 4. It is activated when temperature sensor 6 detects that the temperature inside the chamber is low. Its hot end generates heat and transfers it to heating grid plate 4 to raise the chamber temperature.

[0040] Temperature sensor 6: Installed inside the housing 1, it monitors the temperature inside the housing in real time and feeds back the data to the microcontroller 8, which assists the control system in regulating the semiconductor cooling chip 5 and the fan 13 to achieve precise temperature control.

[0041] Humidity sensor 7: Also placed inside the box 1, it monitors humidity in real time and feeds back data to the microcontroller 8 to realize intelligent humidity control and ensure a suitable environment for embryo development.

[0042] Microcontroller 8: Presumably the central control unit, it is connected to the semiconductor cooling chip 5, temperature sensor 6, humidity sensor 7, control panel 9, atomizer 11 and fan 13 via wires. It receives data from temperature sensor 6 and humidity sensor 7, and controls other components to work together in coordination according to the parameters set by control panel 9, so as to accurately regulate the environment of the incubator.

[0043] Control panel 9: An operation panel fixed on the chamber 1, which allows users to set the temperature and humidity inside the chamber 1 and set initial parameters for the operation of the incubator;

[0044] Atomizer 11: A humidification component installed in the heating grid plate 4. It is activated when the humidity sensor 7 detects low humidity, atomizes water in the collection chamber, and sends water vapor into the box 1 by the fan 13 to increase humidity.

[0045] Distribution holes 12: Channels opened at both ends of the housing 1, which enable more uniform distribution of air when it enters;

[0046] Fan 13: A ventilation device symmetrically installed inside the housing 1. When adjusting the temperature, depending on the temperature, one end draws in air for heating or the other end sends in unheated air to achieve temperature control and ventilation. When adjusting the humidity, it promotes airflow and introduces or removes water vapor to regulate humidity.

[0047] Rotating frame 14: Rotatably installed inside the housing 1, in conjunction with the stepper motor 15 and the LED light-emitting board 16, serves as a load-bearing structure. It rotates under the drive of the stepper motor 15, making the LED light-emitting board 16 illuminate more evenly.

[0048] Stepper motor 15: Fixed inside the housing 1, connected to microcontroller 8 via wires, its conveying shaft is connected to rotating frame 14, serving as a power device, driving rotating frame 14 to rotate according to the signal of microcontroller 8, so as to achieve uniform illumination distribution of LED light-emitting board 16;

[0049] LED light-emitting panel 16: A lighting device fixed on the rotating frame 14, which is activated during incubation to provide lighting and achieves uniform lighting under the drive of the rotating frame 14;

[0050] Insulation sleeve 17: Fixed to the inner side wall of box 1 and box cover 2 to insulate the inside of box 1 and prevent internal heat loss;

[0051] Dustproof net 18: An air filter device fixed at the bottom of the box 1, which filters dust from the air entering the box and provides a clean air environment;

[0052] Plug 19: Installed on the side of the box 1 to block the water filling channel when no water is added, preventing foreign objects from entering.

[0053] Working principle:

[0054] Firstly, during use, the internal temperature and humidity of the enclosure 1 can be set via the control panel 9. The temperature sensor 6 will monitor the internal temperature of the enclosure 1. When the temperature is low, the semiconductor cooling chip 5 will be activated. The heat generated by the hot end of the semiconductor cooling chip 5 will be transferred to the heating grid 4 to heat the heating grid 4. At this time, the fan 13 on the left side will be activated to draw outside air into the enclosure 1. During this process, the air will pass through the heating grid 4 and be heated by the heating grid 4. The heated air will then enter the enclosure 1 evenly through the distribution holes 12 along the air guide 3, raising the internal temperature of the enclosure 1. When the temperature is high, the semiconductor cooling chip 5 stops heating, causing the internal temperature of the chamber 1 to drop slowly (some residual heat remains on the heating grid 4). If the temperature is too high, the left fan 13 stops blowing air, and the right fan 13 starts to send unheated air into the chamber 1, causing the internal temperature of the chamber 1 to drop rapidly. The temperature inside the chamber 1 is monitored by the temperature sensor 6. The internal temperature of the chamber 1 is regulated by the heating grid 4, the semiconductor cooling chip 5, and the fan 13. At the same time, the air inside the chamber 1 is circulated, achieving the effect of ventilating the inside of the chamber 1 while controlling the temperature.

[0055] The second step is to unscrew the cap 19 and inject clean water into the storage cavity inside the chamber 1. When the humidity sensor 7 detects that the internal humidity is low, the left fan 13 and atomizer 11 will be activated. The atomizer 11 will atomize the clean water, and the fan 13 will send the atomized water into the chamber 1 while promoting airflow, thus increasing the humidity inside the chamber 1. When the humidity sensor 7 detects that the internal humidity is high, the atomizer 11 will stop, and the fan 13 will promote airflow inside the chamber, which will carry away the water vapor inside the chamber 1, thus reducing the humidity inside the chamber 1. This achieves the effect of monitoring the humidity inside the chamber 1.

[0056] Thirdly, when the dustproof net 18 is in use, it can filter out dust in the air. During the incubation process, the LED light-emitting board 16 will be activated to provide illumination. At the same time, the stepper motor 15 will drive the rotating frame 14 to rotate slowly to provide more uniform illumination, thus achieving a more uniform illumination effect.

[0057] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are merely examples for clearly illustrating the present invention and are not intended to limit the implementation. Those skilled in the art can make other variations or modifications based on the above description. It is neither necessary nor possible to exhaustively list all possible implementations here. However, obvious variations or modifications derived therefrom are still within the protection scope of this invention.

Claims

1. A temperature and humidity controlled incubator, comprising a chamber (1), characterized in that, The box (1) is divided into a storage chamber and an incubation chamber. A box cover (2) is rotatably installed on the box (1). Air guide covers (3) are symmetrically fixed at both ends of the box (1). A heating grid plate (4) for conducting heat is installed inside the box (1). Semiconductor cooling chips (5) for heating the heating grid plate (4) are symmetrically fixed at both ends of the heating grid plate (4). A temperature sensor (6) for measuring temperature is fixedly installed inside the box (1). A humidity sensor (7) for measuring humidity is fixedly installed inside the box (1). A microcontroller (8) is fixedly installed inside the box (1). A control panel (9) is fixedly installed on the box (1). An atomizer (11) for humidification is fixedly installed inside the heating grid plate (4). Distribution holes (12) are opened at both ends of the box (1). Fans (13) are symmetrically installed inside the box (1). Among them, the semiconductor cooling chip (5), temperature sensor (6), humidity sensor (7), control panel (9), atomizer (11) and fan (13) are all connected to the microcontroller (8) through wires, and the hot end of the semiconductor cooling chip (5) is connected to the heating grid plate (4).

2. The incubator with temperature and humidity control as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The housing (1) is rotatably mounted with a rotating frame (14) inside.

3. The incubator with temperature and humidity control as described in claim 1, characterized in that, A stepper motor (15) is fixedly installed inside the housing (1).

4. The incubator with temperature and humidity control as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The conveying shaft of the stepper motor (15) is fixedly connected to the rotating frame (14).

5. The incubator with temperature and humidity control as described in claim 2, characterized in that, An LED light-emitting panel (16) is fixedly installed on the rotating frame (14).

6. The incubator with temperature and humidity control as described in claim 1, characterized in that, Insulation sleeves (17) are fixedly installed on the inner walls of both the box body (1) and the box cover (2).

7. The incubator with temperature and humidity control as described in claim 1, characterized in that, A dustproof net (18) is fixedly installed at the bottom of the box (1).

8. The incubator with temperature and humidity control as described in claim 1, characterized in that, A plug (19) is installed on the side of the box (1).

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