A chicken leg ring for individual identification and traceability of chickens

Abstract

This utility model belongs to the field of chicken leg band technology, and relates to a chicken leg band for individual identification and traceability. It includes a fixing box with a gear belt mounted on it. A sliding groove is formed inside the fixing box, and the other end of the gear belt passes through the sliding groove. A fixing component and a fixing and releasing component are installed inside the fixing box, and a functional monitoring component is provided on the fixing box. This utility model, by setting up the fixing component, the fixing and releasing component, the gear belt, and the functional monitoring component, achieves a leap from single identification to intelligent management throughout the entire life cycle, significantly improving the efficiency of chicken farming, reducing disease risk, and meeting the stringent requirements of food safety traceability. It is a core tool for modern precision farming. The ratchet and pawl meshing design allows the gear belt to tighten in one direction (the flexible ring can adapt to chicken leg growth in a short time), but completely prevents reverse loosening, thoroughly solving the problem of traditional leg bands falling off due to activity or growth.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of chicken leg ring technology, and relates to a chicken leg ring used for individual chicken identification and traceability. Background Technology

[0002] Chicken leg bands are an important tool for animal identification and traceability, especially widely used in the poultry industry. By attaching a unique leg band to each chicken, individual identification of each chicken can be achieved, and information such as the chicken's growth, health status, and breeding environment can be recorded. This facilitates tracing its origin and history, ensuring the quality and safety of chicken products, and enhancing consumer confidence.

[0003] Most existing leg bands are simply looped or fixed-size designs, lacking locking or adaptive adjustment mechanisms. They are prone to falling off due to chicken activity (such as running and pecking) or leg growth. At the same time, existing chicken leg bands have limited functions, only providing identification numbers (such as plastic rings). Basic identification is achieved through engraving, numbering, or QR codes, but they cannot dynamically record or transmit data (such as activity trajectory, health status, environmental parameters, etc.). They rely on manual recording, resulting in delayed information updates and difficulty in achieving real-time tracking and accurate traceability. In particular, they have low response efficiency when epidemics or quality problems occur. Therefore, there is an urgent need for a chicken leg band for individual identification and traceability of chickens. Utility Model Content

[0004] The technical problem this utility model aims to solve is that most existing leg bands are simply looped or have a fixed size design, lacking a locking or adaptive adjustment mechanism. They are prone to falling off due to chicken activities (such as running and pecking) or leg growth. At the same time, existing chicken leg bands have relatively simple functions, only providing a numbered identification (such as a plastic ring). Basic identification is achieved through engraving, numbering, or QR codes, but they cannot dynamically record or transmit data (such as activity trajectory, health status, environmental parameters, etc.). They rely on manual recording, resulting in delayed information updates and difficulty in achieving real-time tracking and accurate traceability. In particular, their response efficiency is low when epidemics or quality problems occur.

[0005] The present invention relates to a chicken leg ring for individual chicken identification and traceability, comprising a fixed box, a gear belt installed on the fixed box, a sliding groove opened inside the fixed box, the other end of the gear belt passing through the sliding groove, a fixing component and a fixing and releasing component installed inside the fixed box, and a functional monitoring component provided on the fixed box. The fixing assembly includes a fixing plate, which is installed inside a fixing box. A rotating shaft is rotatably connected to the center of the fixing plate, and both ends of the rotating shaft are rotatably connected inside the fixing box. A fixing gear is installed at the bottom of the rotating shaft, and the fixing gear meshes with a gear belt in a sliding groove. A ratchet is installed at the top of the rotating shaft.

[0006] The fixing and releasing assembly includes a sliding rod slidably connected to the top of the fixing box. A return spring is installed on the sliding rod, and the other end of the return spring is connected inside the fixing box. A hinge frame is connected to the bottom of the sliding rod. A pawl is hinged on the hinge frame, and the end of the pawl away from the hinge frame engages with a ratchet. A connecting spring is installed on the pawl, and the other end of the connecting spring is connected to the hinge frame. A sliding block is installed on the hinge frame.

[0007] The functional monitoring component includes a sealed core compartment, which is mounted on a fixed box. The sealed core compartment has a battery compartment and a PCB board installed inside. The PCB board is equipped with an RFID chip, a temperature sensing module, a Bluetooth transmission module, and a GPS positioning module.

[0008] The fixed box has a sliding guide groove, and the sliding block is slidably connected in the sliding guide groove. The fixing and releasing component is used to fix and release the connection between the gear belt and the fixed gear.

[0009] A flexible ring is installed on the inner side of the gear belt, and the flexible ring can be made of food-grade silicone.

[0010] A temperature sensor is installed inside the fixed box, and the temperature sensor is electrically connected to the temperature sensing module.

[0011] Compared with existing technologies, the beneficial effects of this utility model are: by setting up fixing components, fixing and releasing components, gear belts and functional monitoring components, it realizes the leap from single identification to intelligent management of the entire life cycle, significantly improves the efficiency of chicken farming, reduces disease risk, and meets the stringent requirements of food safety traceability. It is a core tool for modern precision farming.

[0012] The ratchet and pawl meshing design allows the gear belt to tighten in one direction (the flexible ring can adapt to the growth of the chicken's foot in a short time), but completely prevents reverse loosening, thus completely solving the problem of traditional leg bands falling off due to activity or growth. The sliding rod design allows farmers to operate with one hand; after pressing, the pawl disengages from the ratchet, allowing for free adjustment of the gear belt length. After releasing, it automatically resets and locks, reducing operation time and improving ease of use. It adapts to the changes in foot size of chickens at different growth stages (such as from chicks to adults), reducing the need for frequent leg band replacements. By setting up functional monitoring components, various data during chicken farming can be recorded and transmitted at any time, solving the problem of manual recording of traditional chicken leg bands. Attached Figure Description

[0013] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0014] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model.

[0015] Figure 2 This is a structural schematic diagram of the fixing component of this utility model.

[0016] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the cross-section of the fixing box of this utility model.

[0017] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the ratchet and pawl of this utility model.

[0018] Figure 5 This is a structural schematic diagram of the cross-section of the sealed core compartment of this utility model.

[0019] In the diagram: 1. Fixed box; 2. Gear belt; 3. Sliding groove; 4. Fixed plate; 5. Rotating shaft; 6. Fixed gear; 7. Ratchet; 8. Sliding rod; 801. Return spring; 9. Hinge frame; 10. Pawl; 11. Connecting spring; 12. Sliding block; 13. Sealed core compartment; 14. PCB board; 15. RFID chip; 16. Temperature sensing module; 17. Bluetooth transmission module; 18. GPS positioning module; 19. Battery compartment; 20. Sliding guide groove; 21. Flexible ring; 22. Temperature sensor. Detailed Implementation

[0020] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the present utility model and are not intended to limit the present utility model.

[0021] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the present invention, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0022] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features and technical solutions in the present invention can be combined with each other.

[0023] It should be noted that similar labels and letters in the following figures indicate similar items. Therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it does not need to be further defined and explained in subsequent figures. Example 1

[0024] like Figures 1-5 As shown, a chicken leg band for individual chicken identification and traceability includes a fixed box 1, a gear belt 2 installed on the fixed box 1, a sliding groove 3 opened inside the fixed box 1, the other end of the gear belt 2 passing through the sliding groove 3, a fixing component and a fixing and releasing component installed inside the fixed box 1, and a functional monitoring component provided on the fixed box 1. The fixing assembly includes a fixing plate 4, which is installed inside the fixing box 1. A rotating shaft 5 is rotatably connected to the center of the fixing plate 4, and both ends of the rotating shaft 5 are rotatably connected inside the fixing box 1. A fixing gear 6 is installed at the bottom of the rotating shaft 5, and the fixing gear 6 meshes with the gear belt 2 in the sliding groove 3. A ratchet 7 is installed at the top of the rotating shaft 5. The fixing and releasing assembly includes a sliding rod 8, which is slidably connected to the top of the fixing box 1. A return spring 801 is installed on the sliding rod 8, and the other end of the return spring 801... The end is connected inside the fixed box 1. The bottom of the sliding rod 8 is connected to the hinge frame 9. A pawl 10 is hinged on the hinge frame 9, and the end of the pawl 10 away from the hinge frame 9 is engaged with the ratchet 7. A connecting spring 11 is installed on the pawl 10, and the other end of the connecting spring 11 is connected to the hinge frame 9. A sliding block 12 is installed on the hinge frame 9. A sliding guide groove 20 is opened inside the fixed box 1. The sliding block 12 is slidably connected in the sliding guide groove 20. The fixing and releasing assembly is used to fix and release the connection between the gear belt 2 and the fixed gear 6. During operation, the gear belt 2 passes through the sliding groove 3 of the fixed box 1 and meshes with the fixed gear 6. By pulling the gear belt 2, the gear belt 2 drives the fixed gear 6 to rotate, which in turn drives the rotating shaft 5 to rotate. This allows the length of the gear belt 2 to be adjusted to fit the size of the chicken's feet. A ratchet 7 is installed at the top of the rotating shaft 5. The pawl 10, which is hinged to the bottom of the sliding rod 8, is always engaged with the ratchet 7 under the action of the connecting spring 11. The ratchet 7 is locked by the pawl 10, and the rotating shaft 5 cannot be reversed. At this time, the gear belt 2 is fixed in the sliding groove 3 and cannot slide. The ratchet 7 is only allowed to rotate in one direction (tightening direction) to prevent the gear belt 2 from loosening or falling off due to the chicken's activity or foot growth. Pulling the sliding rod 8 compresses the return spring 801 and drives the hinge frame 9 to slide upward. When the hinge frame 9 moves, the sliding block 12 slides in the sliding guide groove 20, forcing the pawl 10 to rise axially and disengage from the tooth groove of the ratchet 7. At this time, the ratchet 7 is no longer restricted, and the rotating shaft 5 can rotate freely. Manually rotate the rotating shaft 5 or pull the gear belt 2. The fixed gear 6 drives the gear belt 2 to move along the sliding groove 3 and adjust to the target position. After releasing the sliding rod 8, the return spring 801 pushes the sliding rod 8 back to its original position, the hinge frame 9 descends, the pawl 10 is pulled back to its original position, and the pawl 10 re-engages into the tooth groove of the ratchet 7, preventing the rotating shaft 5 from reversing. At this time, the gear belt 2 is fixed again.

[0025] The functional monitoring component includes a sealed core compartment 13, which is mounted on a fixed box 1. A battery compartment 19 is located inside the sealed core compartment 13. A PCB board 14 is installed inside the sealed core compartment 13, and the PCB board 14 is equipped with an RFID chip 15, a temperature sensing module 16, a Bluetooth transmission module 17, and a GPS positioning module 18. A flexible ring 21 is installed inside the gear belt 2. The flexible ring 21 can be made of food-grade silicone. The inner wall of the flexible ring 21 has breathable micropores, and the surface in contact with the skin has an antibacterial coating to protect the skin of the chicken feet when worn. A temperature sensor 22 is installed inside the fixed box 1 and is electrically connected to the temperature sensing module 16. When in use, the temperature sensor 22 is in close contact with the outside of the chicken feet along with the fixed box 1. A CR1632 button battery can be installed in the battery compartment 19 for power supply. RFID chip 15: Stores the unique identification code of each chicken and supports fast reading via Near Field Communication (NFC); ​​Temperature sensing module 16: Monitors the local temperature of the chicken's feet in real time via temperature sensor 22 located inside the fixed box 1, and can provide early warning of disease or environmental stress if the temperature rises abnormally; GPS positioning module 18: Records the activity range of the chickens, supports the setting of electronic fences in the breeding area, alarms for crossing boundaries to prevent loss or mixing of flocks, and supports trajectory tracing and management of free-range areas; Bluetooth transmission module 17: Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) synchronizes data to the breeding management system or mobile APP in real time, supporting remote viewing, data analysis and abnormal alarms.

[0026] By setting up fixing components, fixing and releasing components, gear belt 2, and functional monitoring components, a leap from single identification to intelligent management of the entire life cycle has been achieved, significantly improving the efficiency of chicken farming, reducing disease risks, and meeting the stringent requirements of food safety traceability. It is a core tool for modern precision farming.

[0027] The preferred embodiments of this utility model disclosed above are merely illustrative of the present utility model. These preferred embodiments do not exhaustively describe all details, nor do they limit the present utility model to the specific implementations described. Clearly, many modifications and variations can be made based on the content of this specification. This specification selects and specifically describes these embodiments to better explain the principles and practical applications of the present utility model, thereby enabling those skilled in the art to better understand and utilize it. The present utility model is limited only by the claims and their full scope and equivalents.

Claims

1. A chicken leg band for individual chicken identification and traceability, comprising a fixing box (1), characterized in that: A gear belt (2) is installed on the fixed box (1), a sliding groove (3) is opened inside the fixed box (1), the other end of the gear belt (2) passes through the sliding groove (3), a fixing component and a fixing and releasing component are installed inside the fixed box (1), and a function monitoring component is provided on the fixed box (1). The fixing assembly includes a fixing plate (4), which is installed in a fixing box (1). A rotating shaft (5) is rotatably connected at the center of the fixing plate (4), and both ends of the rotating shaft (5) are rotatably connected in the fixing box (1). A fixing gear (6) is installed at the bottom of the rotating shaft (5), and the fixing gear (6) meshes with the gear belt (2) in the sliding groove (3). A ratchet (7) is installed at the top of the rotating shaft (5).

2. The chicken leg band for individual chicken identification and traceability according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fixing and releasing assembly includes a sliding rod (8), which is slidably connected to the top of the fixed box (1). A return spring (801) is installed on the sliding rod (8), and the other end of the return spring (801) is connected inside the fixed box (1). A hinge frame (9) is connected to the bottom of the sliding rod (8). A pawl (10) is hinged on the hinge frame (9), and the end of the pawl (10) away from the hinge frame (9) is engaged with a ratchet (7). A connecting spring (11) is installed on the pawl (10), and the other end of the connecting spring (11) is connected to the hinge frame (9). A sliding block (12) is installed on the hinge frame (9).

3. A chicken leg band for individual chicken identification and traceability according to claim 1, characterized in that: The functional monitoring component includes a sealed core compartment (13), which is mounted on a fixed box (1). A battery compartment (19) is provided inside the sealed core compartment (13). A PCB board (14) is installed inside the sealed core compartment (13). An RFID chip (15), a temperature sensing module (16), a Bluetooth transmission module (17), and a GPS positioning module (18) are provided on the PCB board (14).

4. A chicken leg band for individual chicken identification and traceability according to claim 2, characterized in that: The fixed box (1) has a sliding guide groove (20) inside, and the sliding block (12) is slidably connected in the sliding guide groove (20). The fixing and releasing assembly is used to fix and release the connection between the gear belt (2) and the fixed gear (6).

5. A chicken leg band for individual chicken identification and traceability according to claim 1, characterized in that: A flexible ring (21) is installed on the inner side of the gear belt (2), and the flexible ring (21) can be made of food-grade silicone.

6. A chicken leg band for individual chicken identification and traceability according to claim 1, characterized in that: A temperature sensor (22) is installed inside the fixed box (1), and the temperature sensor (22) is electrically connected to the temperature sensing module (16).

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