An environmental control system for a farm

Abstract

The application relates to the technical field of livestock breeding, and particularly relates to an environment regulation system for a livestock farm, which comprises a centralized controller, a cloud server, an environment monitoring device, a device control device and an execution device; the environment monitoring device comprises a plurality of detection sensors and a first wireless communication module integrated on a first signal processing mainboard; the first signal processing mainboard is wirelessly connected with the centralized controller through the first wireless communication module; the device control device comprises a relay module, a second wireless communication module and a second signal processing mainboard; the relay module and the second wireless communication module are arranged on the second signal processing mainboard; the relay module is connected with the execution device; and the second signal processing mainboard is wirelessly connected with the centralized controller through the second wireless communication module. The application can reduce the wiring amount, greatly reduce the initial installation cost and difficulty, and reduce the difficulty of finding and eliminating line faults during the later maintenance.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of livestock breeding technology, and in particular to an environmental control system for livestock farms. Background Technology

[0002] In the livestock farming industry, especially in pig farming, environmental control in farms is crucial, directly affecting the healthy growth of pigs and the profitability of farming. Traditional farm environmental control systems generally adopt automated solutions based on monitoring sensors, controllers, power distribution cabinets, and actuators (such as fans and water curtains).

[0003] However, the aforementioned traditional solutions require a large number of wired connections, resulting in complex wiring. This not only increases the initial installation cost and difficulty, but also makes it very difficult to find and troubleshoot line faults during later maintenance, requiring a significant amount of time and manpower. Utility Model Content

[0004] (a) Technical problems to be solved

[0005] In view of the above-mentioned shortcomings and deficiencies of the prior art, this application provides an environmental control system for aquaculture farms.

[0006] (II) Technical Solution

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, this application provides an environmental control system for a farm, comprising: a central controller, an environmental monitoring device, an equipment control device, and an execution device;

[0008] The environmental monitoring device includes multiple detection sensors, a first wireless communication module, and a first signal processing motherboard. The multiple detection sensors and the first wireless communication module are respectively integrated on the first signal processing motherboard, and the multiple detection sensors are independently packaged. The first signal processing motherboard establishes a wireless communication connection with the central controller through the first wireless communication module to send the environmental parameters detected by the multiple detection sensors to the central controller.

[0009] The device control unit includes a relay module, a second wireless communication module, and a second signal processing motherboard. The relay module and the second wireless communication module are mounted on the second signal processing motherboard. The relay module is connected to the execution device. The second signal processing motherboard establishes a wireless communication connection with the central controller through the second wireless communication module to receive control commands sent by the central controller and control the relay module according to the control commands to control the start and stop of the execution device.

[0010] The central controller is configured to generate the control commands based on environmental parameters detected by the plurality of detection sensors.

[0011] Optionally, in some embodiments of this application, the environmental monitoring device further includes a housing, the housing defining a mounting cavity suitable for mounting the first signal processing motherboard, and the housing defining a plurality of mounting slots, each of the mounting slots being suitable for mounting a corresponding detection sensor, so that the plurality of detection sensors are respectively connected to the first signal processing motherboard.

[0012] Optionally, in some embodiments of this application, the plurality of detection sensors are respectively installed in the corresponding mounting slots using a hot-swappable method.

[0013] Optionally, in some embodiments of this application, the plurality of detection sensors include at least two of a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, an ammonia sensor, a hydrogen sulfide sensor, a carbon dioxide sensor, and a PM10 sensor.

[0014] Optionally, in some embodiments of this application, the outer casing is further provided with a display unit, which is connected to the first signal processing motherboard. The first signal processing motherboard receives display instructions sent by the central controller based on the wireless communication connection between the first wireless communication module and the central controller, and controls the display unit to display the environmental status of the farm according to the display instructions.

[0015] Optionally, in some embodiments of this application, the device control device further includes a status detection module. The status detection module is configured corresponding to the execution device and connected to the second signal processing motherboard to send the detected operating status parameters of the execution device to the second signal processing motherboard. The second signal processing motherboard sends the operating status parameters of the execution device to the central controller based on the wireless communication connection between the second wireless communication module and the central controller, so that the central controller generates the control command based on the environmental parameters detected by the plurality of detection sensors and the operating status parameters of the execution device.

[0016] Optionally, in some embodiments of this application, the system further includes: a cloud server, which wirelessly communicates with the central controller to receive the operating status parameters of the actuator and the environmental parameters detected by the plurality of detection sensors sent by the central controller, and generates the control command based on the operating status parameters of the actuator and the environmental parameters detected by the plurality of detection sensors, and forwards the control command to the second signal processing motherboard through the central controller.

[0017] Optionally, in some embodiments of this application, the device control device further includes: a precision control module, which is connected to the second signal processing motherboard, the status detection module and the execution device respectively, so as to control the operating performance of the execution device according to the control instructions issued by the cloud server and the operating status parameters of the execution device.

[0018] Optionally, in some embodiments of this application, the system further includes: a user mobile terminal, which communicates and interacts with the cloud server to receive monitoring information and alarm information of the farm from the cloud server.

[0019] Optionally, in some embodiments of this application, the actuator includes a speed-adjustable fan, a flow-adjustable water valve, and a water curtain.

[0020] (III) Beneficial Effects

[0021] This application provides an environmental control system for aquaculture farms. By connecting the environmental monitoring device and the equipment control device to the central controller, the amount of wiring is reduced, which greatly reduces the initial installation cost and difficulty, and also reduces the difficulty of finding and troubleshooting line faults during later maintenance. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figure 1 A simplified structural diagram of an environmental control system for a farm provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0023] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the environmental monitoring device provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0024] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the detection sensor structure provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0025] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an environmental control system for a farm provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0026] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the device control apparatus provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0027] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the environmental control system framework for a farm provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0028] [Explanation of Labels in the Attached Image]

[0029] 1: Environmental monitoring device; 2: Antenna; 3: Mounting slot; 4: Detection sensor; 41: Connection terminal. Detailed Implementation

[0030] To better explain and facilitate understanding of this application, the following detailed description of the application is provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0031] In related technologies, the environmental control system of aquaculture farms often relies on automated solutions with wired connections between monitoring sensors, controllers, power distribution cabinets and actuators. This approach is not only difficult to install and has complex wiring during the initial installation, but also makes it difficult to find and troubleshoot line faults during later maintenance, resulting in a significant amount of time and manpower costs.

[0032] Therefore, the environmental control system for aquaculture farms provided in this application sets the environmental monitoring device 1 and the equipment control device to a remote communication connection with the central controller, which greatly reduces the amount of wiring and makes the initial installation faster and more efficient.

[0033] It should be clarified that the cloud server, central controller, environmental monitoring device 1, equipment control device and execution device, as well as the signal processing motherboard and wireless communication module provided in this embodiment are all physical devices, and this application does not make any improvements to their programs.

[0034] To better understand the above technical solutions, exemplary embodiments of this application will be described in more detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Although exemplary embodiments of this application are shown in the drawings, it should be understood that this application can be implemented in various forms and should not be limited to the embodiments set forth herein. Rather, these embodiments are provided so that this application can be understood more clearly and thoroughly, and that the scope of this application can be fully conveyed to those skilled in the art.

[0035] This application provides an environmental control system for aquaculture farms, such as... Figure 1 As shown, it includes: a central controller, an environmental monitoring device 1, an equipment control device, and an execution device;

[0036] Among them, environmental monitoring device 1, such as Figure 2 As shown, it includes multiple detection sensors 4, a first wireless communication module and a first signal processing motherboard. The multiple detection sensors 4 and the first wireless communication module are respectively integrated on the first signal processing motherboard, and the multiple detection sensors 4 are independently packaged. The first signal processing motherboard establishes a wireless communication connection with the central controller through the first wireless communication module to send the environmental parameters detected by the multiple detection sensors 4 to the central controller.

[0037] The equipment control device includes a relay module, a second wireless communication module, and a second signal processing motherboard. The relay module and the second wireless communication module are mounted on the second signal processing motherboard. The relay module is connected to the execution device. The second signal processing motherboard establishes a wireless communication connection with the central controller through the second wireless communication module to receive control commands sent by the central controller and control the relay module according to the control commands to control the start and stop of the execution device.

[0038] The central controller is configured to generate control commands based on environmental parameters detected by multiple detection sensors 4.

[0039] The environmental control system for aquaculture provided in this embodiment integrates multiple detection sensors 4 with a first wireless communication module on a first signal processing motherboard, forming a compact, integrated structure. This reduces the number of connections between components, lowers the probability of failures caused by poor contact or line loss, and improves the overall stability and reliability of the system. The first signal processing motherboard communicates with the central controller via the wireless communication module, eliminating the need for extensive communication cabling within the aquaculture farm. This not only reduces wiring costs and construction complexity but also facilitates later maintenance and system expansion. Regarding the equipment control devices, the relay module is integrated with the second signal processing motherboard, shortening the signal transmission path and reducing signal delay. Simultaneously, the relay module is connected to the actuator. The second signal processing motherboard establishes a wireless communication connection with the central controller via the second wireless communication module, avoiding single-point failures caused by centralized layouts from affecting the entire system. The communication connection between the second wireless communication module and the central controller further reduces wiring complexity.

[0040] Specifically, the environmental monitoring device 1 also includes a housing, which defines a mounting cavity suitable for mounting the first signal processing motherboard, and defines multiple mounting slots 3, each suitable for mounting a corresponding detection sensor 4, so that multiple detection sensors 4 are respectively connected to the first signal processing motherboard. That is, by integrating all detection sensors 4 and the first signal processing motherboard into a single module through the housing, the signal transmission path is short and fixed, reducing signal attenuation and interference caused by long-distance wiring. This integrated design allows for the deployment of all sensors with only one installation operation, greatly shortening the construction time. At the same time, all detection sensors 4 are connected to the first signal processing motherboard, greatly reducing the complexity of wiring. Furthermore, when a sensor fails, the entire integrated module can be directly replaced without checking and replacing individual sensors one by one, reducing maintenance difficulty and downtime.

[0041] Furthermore, multiple detection sensors 4 are installed in their respective mounting slots 3 using a hot-swappable method. Traditional sensor replacement requires power-off operation, which may result in lost monitoring data or environmental control terminal issues. The hot-swappable design allows for the replacement of faulty sensors while the system is running, ensuring the stability of the aquaculture environment; moreover, during maintenance, faulty sensors can be replaced selectively without replacing the entire module, reducing resource waste and improving production efficiency (when a sensor reaches the end of its service life, only the target sensor needs to be replaced, reducing maintenance costs).

[0042] Optionally, in one specific embodiment, the detection sensor 4 integrated on the housing includes at least two of the following: a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, a carbon dioxide sensor, an ammonia sensor, a hydrogen sulfide sensor, and a PM10 sensor. Integrating multiple sensors ensures comprehensive environmental monitoring.

[0043] Optionally, in one specific embodiment, a display unit is also provided on the outer casing. The display unit is connected to the first signal processing motherboard. The first signal processing motherboard receives the display command sent by the central controller based on the wireless communication connection between the first wireless communication module and the central controller, and controls the display unit to display the environmental status of the breeding farm according to the display command.

[0044] Optionally, in one specific embodiment, a multi-color indicator light is provided on the housing; and the multi-color indicator light is electrically connected to the monitoring circuit board.

[0045] Furthermore, each of the detection sensors 4 in this application employs a high-performance microprocessor (sensor microprocessor) and is equipped with a high-precision analog-to-digital converter, providing a structural basis for accurately monitoring the concentration of ambient gases.

[0046] Optionally, in one specific embodiment, any detection sensor 4, such as Figure 3 As shown, the device includes a sensor body and a control structure housed within the sensor housing; a connection terminal 41 is provided at the bottom of the body; the detection sensor 4 is plugged into the environmental monitoring device 1 via the connection terminal 41, and the control structure is electrically connected to the first signal processing motherboard via corresponding connection terminals 41. The environmental monitoring device 1 of this application adopts a multi-functional modular design to achieve integrated detection of multiple environmental parameters.

[0047] Optionally, in one specific embodiment, the device control device, such as Figure 5As shown, it includes a status detection module, which is set to correspond to the execution device and is connected to the second signal processing motherboard to send the detected operating status parameters of the execution device to the second signal processing motherboard. The second signal processing motherboard sends the operating status parameters of the execution device to the central controller based on the wireless communication connection between the second wireless communication module and the central controller, so that the central controller can generate control commands based on the environmental parameters detected by multiple detection sensors 4 and the operating status parameters of the execution device.

[0048] Specifically, the actuators include, but are not limited to, speed-adjustable fans, flow-adjustable water valves, and water curtains.

[0049] In addition, the status detection module includes equipment detection sensor 4 and equipment monitor.

[0050] Optionally, in one specific embodiment, the first wireless communication module includes a LoRa wireless transceiver, and the environmental monitoring device 1 communicates with the central controller via the LoRa wireless transceiver. That is, the detection circuit board is connected to the central controller via a local area network, providing a structural foundation for normal communication at all times, and the system can still be used normally when the network / Bluetooth signal is poor.

[0051] In addition, the first wireless communication module also includes dual-band Wi-Fi / Bluetooth; the dual-band Wi-Fi / Bluetooth is plugged into the first signal processing motherboard via a pre-configured mini-PeCL interface. The signal transceiver module provided in this embodiment is additionally configured with dual-band Wi-Fi / Bluetooth, which provides a structural foundation for smooth communication when the network / Bluetooth signal is good, enhancing the system's practicality.

[0052] In addition, an antenna 2 is provided on the top surface of the housing of the environmental monitoring device 1. The antenna 2 is electrically connected to the first wireless communication module, which further ensures the stability and coverage of the signal.

[0053] Optionally, in a specific embodiment, the system further includes: a cloud server, which communicates wirelessly with the central controller to receive the operating status parameters of the actuator and the environmental parameters detected by multiple detection sensors 4 sent by the central controller, and generates control commands based on the operating status parameters of the actuator and the environmental parameters detected by multiple detection sensors 4, and forwards the control commands to the second signal processing motherboard through the central controller.

[0054] That is, the cloud server provided in this application embodiment can be connected to the internal system of the pig farm to achieve unified deployment and centralized management, enabling farm managers to comprehensively monitor and manage the entire environmental control system through the production management system, thereby improving management efficiency and convenience.

[0055] Furthermore, the central controller of this application is located in the monitoring room of the pig farm. One central controller is configured for each pig farm (usually consisting of 10-20 pig houses). The central controller is equipped with a processor and a wireless transmission device, and wirelessly connects to the equipment control devices corresponding to multiple environmental monitoring devices 1 and multiple actuators arranged in each pig house. Generally, LoRa communication is used to form an internal local area network to realize the wireless transmission of front-end monitoring data and terminal control data.

[0056] Optionally, in one specific embodiment, the system provided in this embodiment further includes a host computer and a user mobile terminal; wherein both the host computer and the user mobile terminal are communicatively connected to a cloud server. This application provides a host computer and a user mobile terminal, providing a structural foundation for real-time monitoring of the overall system status.

[0057] Specifically, this embodiment provides an environmental control system for a farm, the overall structure of which is as follows: Figure 4 and Figure 6 As shown, the advanced IoT wireless management system replaces the traditional wired solution of controller + electrical control cabinet, providing integrated management, reducing wiring, and making supervision more efficient and convenient. The integrated design of the environmental monitoring device 1 further enhances the ease of sensor installation, while the hot-swappable design allows for simple and quick operation during large-scale expansion of the farm or sensor replacement due to failure, improving economic efficiency and helping enterprises achieve intelligent, standardized, and efficient management.

[0058] It should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such process, method, article, or apparatus.

[0059] Although embodiments of this application have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and variations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of this application, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. An environmental control system for a livestock farm, characterized in that, include: Centralized controller, environmental monitoring device, equipment control device, and actuator; The environmental monitoring device includes multiple detection sensors, a first wireless communication module, and a first signal processing motherboard. The multiple detection sensors and the first wireless communication module are respectively integrated on the first signal processing motherboard, and the multiple detection sensors are independently packaged. The first signal processing motherboard establishes a wireless communication connection with the central controller through the first wireless communication module to send the environmental parameters detected by the multiple detection sensors to the central controller. The device control unit includes a relay module, a second wireless communication module, and a second signal processing motherboard. The relay module and the second wireless communication module are mounted on the second signal processing motherboard. The relay module is connected to the execution device. The second signal processing motherboard establishes a wireless communication connection with the central controller through the second wireless communication module to receive control commands sent by the central controller and control the relay module according to the control commands to control the start and stop of the execution device. The central controller is configured to generate the control commands based on environmental parameters detected by the plurality of detection sensors.

2. The environmental control system for aquaculture farms according to claim 1, characterized in that, The environmental monitoring device further includes a housing, which defines a mounting cavity suitable for mounting the first signal processing motherboard, and defines a plurality of mounting slots, each of which is suitable for mounting a corresponding detection sensor, so that the plurality of detection sensors are respectively connected to the first signal processing motherboard.

3. The environmental control system for aquaculture farms according to claim 2, characterized in that, The multiple detection sensors are installed in their respective mounting slots using a hot-swappable method.

4. The environmental control system for aquaculture farms according to claim 1, characterized in that, The plurality of detection sensors include at least two of the following: a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, an ammonia sensor, a hydrogen sulfide sensor, a carbon dioxide sensor, and a PM10 sensor.

5. The environmental control system for aquaculture farms according to claim 2, characterized in that, The outer casing is also provided with a display unit, which is connected to the first signal processing motherboard. The first signal processing motherboard receives the display command sent by the central controller based on the wireless communication connection between the first wireless communication module and the central controller, and controls the display unit to display the environmental status of the farm according to the display command.

6. The environmental control system for a livestock farm according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, The device control unit further includes a status detection module, which is configured corresponding to the execution device and connected to the second signal processing motherboard. The status detection module sends the detected operating status parameters of the execution device to the second signal processing motherboard. The second signal processing motherboard sends the operating status parameters of the execution device to the central controller based on the wireless communication connection between the second wireless communication module and the central controller, so that the central controller can generate the control command based on the environmental parameters detected by the multiple detection sensors and the operating status parameters of the execution device.

7. The environmental control system for aquaculture farms according to claim 6, characterized in that, The system further includes a cloud server, which wirelessly communicates with the central controller to receive the operating status parameters of the actuator and the environmental parameters detected by the plurality of detection sensors sent by the central controller, and generates the control command based on the operating status parameters of the actuator and the environmental parameters detected by the plurality of detection sensors, and forwards the control command to the second signal processing motherboard through the central controller.

8. The environmental control system for aquaculture farms according to claim 7, characterized in that, The device control unit further includes a precision control module, which is connected to the second signal processing motherboard, the status detection module, and the execution device, respectively, so as to control the operating performance of the execution device according to the control instructions issued by the cloud server and the operating status parameters of the execution device.

9. The environmental control system for aquaculture farms according to claim 7, characterized in that, The system also includes a user mobile terminal, which communicates and interacts with the cloud server to receive monitoring information and alarm information from the cloud server regarding the farm.

10. The environmental control system for aquaculture farms according to claim 1, characterized in that, The actuator includes a speed-adjustable fan, a flow-adjustable water valve, and a water curtain.

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