A modular insect cage for teaching

Abstract

The utility model discloses a combined insect cage for teaching relates to insect experimental teaching aid technical field, and the utility model discloses a combined insect cage for teaching includes cuboid frame, top net, bottom net and four isolated net assemblies, the cuboid frame includes upper rectangle frame, lower rectangle frame and four vertical arrangement's support, and the upper end of each support is connected with the corresponding vertex of upper rectangle frame, and the lower end of each support is connected with the corresponding vertex of lower rectangle frame, top net and bottom net are fixedly connected with the top surface and bottom surface of cuboid frame respectively, and the side surface of cuboid frame is equipped with slide rail part and first magnetic attraction part, the slide rail part includes the access opening of upper rectangle frame and the access slot of lower rectangle frame. Adopt the utility model, and the separation is convenient, and easy to extend and has strong flexibility.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of insect experimental teaching aids technology, and in particular to a combined insect cage for teaching. Background Technology

[0002] In primary and secondary school science education, as well as in university teaching and experimental research in disciplines such as biology, ecology, and agriculture and forestry, the outdoor collection and live observation of insects are crucial practical components.

[0003] Traditional insect cages used in teaching are mostly single-space structures, such as simple mesh cages, plastic observation boxes, or large insect rearing boxes. However, in practice, especially in teaching scenarios that require isolating insects of different species or conditions, or observing insect social behavior and competitive relationships, single-space insect cages have significant limitations.

[0004] Existing insect cages, such as single mesh cages and plastic observation boxes, lack compartmentalization and have cumbersome internal partitioning, limited functionality, and are not easily expandable. While sleeve-type connecting cages are connected by an openable and closable channel tube, allowing for the isolation and merging of two groups, their fixed structure only enables pairwise interconnection and cannot achieve complex multi-unit combinations, resulting in insufficient flexibility.

[0005] Therefore, there is an urgent need to design a modular insect cage for teaching purposes to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content

[0006] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide a modular insect cage for teaching purposes, which is easy to divide, easy to expand and highly flexible.

[0007] To address the aforementioned technical problems, this utility model provides a modular insect cage for teaching purposes, comprising a cuboid frame, a top mesh, a bottom mesh, and four isolation mesh assemblies. The top and bottom meshes are respectively located on the top and bottom surfaces of the cuboid frame, and the four isolation mesh assemblies are respectively located on the four sides of the cuboid frame. The cuboid frame includes an upper rectangular frame, a lower rectangular frame, and four vertically arranged pillars. The upper end of each pillar is connected to a corresponding vertex of the upper rectangular frame, and the lower end of each pillar is connected to a corresponding vertex of the lower rectangular frame. The top and bottom meshes are fixedly connected to the top and bottom surfaces of the cuboid frame, respectively. The sides of the cuboid frame are provided with a sliding rail and a first magnetic suction part. The sliding rail includes an access opening on the upper rectangular frame and an access slot on the lower rectangular frame, with the access opening and access slot corresponding one-to-one. The bottom of each isolation mesh assembly passes through the access opening and is inserted into the access slot for detachable connection to the side of the cuboid frame.

[0008] As an improvement to the above solution, the slide rail also includes a guide groove provided on the support column, the top of the guide groove being connected to the end of the access opening, and the bottom of the guide groove being connected to the end of the access groove.

[0009] As an improvement to the above solution, the isolation net assembly includes a central net and an outer frame surrounding the edge of the central net, with a lifting portion at the top of the outer frame.

[0010] As an improvement to the above solution, the top two sides and bottom two sides of the component frame are provided with widened portions; when the isolation net component is located in the slide rail, the widened portions on the top two sides of the component frame abut against the inner sidewall of the access opening, and the widened portions on the bottom two sides of the component frame abut against the inner sidewall of the access groove.

[0011] As an improvement to the above solution, the lifting portion and the widening portion are made of flexible material.

[0012] As an improvement to the above solution, at least one opposite side of the upper rectangular frame is provided with a hole.

[0013] As an improvement to the above solution, the top and bottom surfaces of the cuboid frame are provided with a second magnetic attraction part.

[0014] As an improvement to the above solution, the top mesh, bottom mesh, and middle mesh are made of nylon mesh or stainless steel mesh.

[0015] As an improvement to the above scheme, the mesh count of the top mesh, bottom mesh, and middle mesh is 40-80 mesh.

[0016] As an improvement to the above solution, the cuboid frame is made of lightweight transparent plastic or aluminum alloy.

[0017] The beneficial effects of implementing this utility model are as follows:

[0018] This utility model discloses a modular insect cage for teaching purposes. It is connected to another modular insect cage through a first magnetic suction part on the side. At the same time, through the cooperation of the sliding rail part and the isolation net assembly, the isolation net assembly can be quickly installed or removed, realizing the quick opening or closing of the side. It is convenient to separate, easy to expand and highly flexible.

[0019] Furthermore, this utility model provides a modular insect cage for teaching purposes that is vertically connected to another modular insect cage via a second magnetic suction part on the top or bottom surface. The lifting part in the isolation net assembly facilitates the pulling out of the isolation net assembly, and the widening part ensures the stability of the isolation net assembly after it is inserted into the slide rail. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a combined insect cage for teaching purposes according to this utility model;

[0021] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the rectangular frame structure of a combined insect cage for teaching purposes according to this utility model;

[0022] Figure 3 for Figure 2 Enlarged view of section A;

[0023] Figure 4 for Figure 2 Enlarged view of section B;

[0024] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an isolation net assembly with a lifting section and a widening section in a combined insect cage for teaching purposes according to this utility model. Detailed Implementation

[0025] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the following will describe this utility model in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. It is hereby declared that the terms "up," "down," "left," "right," "front," "back," "inner," and "outer," etc., appearing or about to appear in this document, are based solely on the accompanying drawings and are not intended to specifically limit this utility model.

[0026] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the present invention provides a combined insect cage for teaching, comprising a cuboid frame 1, a top net 2, a bottom net (not shown in the figure), and four isolation net components 3. The top net 2 and the bottom net are respectively disposed on the top and bottom surfaces of the cuboid frame 1, and the four isolation net components 3 are respectively disposed on the four sides of the cuboid frame 1.

[0027] The cuboid frame 1 includes an upper rectangular frame 11, a lower rectangular frame 12, and four vertically arranged pillars 13. The upper end of each pillar 13 is connected to the corresponding vertex of the upper rectangular frame 11, and the lower end of each pillar 13 is connected to the corresponding vertex of the lower rectangular frame 12.

[0028] The top net 2 and the bottom net are fixedly connected to the top and bottom surfaces of the cuboid frame 1, respectively. The cuboid frame 1 has a slide rail 14 and a first magnetic suction part 15 on its side. The first magnetic suction part 15 is used to connect to another of the combined insect cages.

[0029] The slide rail 14 includes an access opening 141 on the upper rectangular frame 11 and an access groove 142 on the lower rectangular frame 12. The access opening 141 and the access groove 142 correspond one-to-one. The bottom of the isolation net assembly 3 passes through the access opening 141 and is placed into the access groove 142 so as to be detachably connected to the side of the cuboid frame 1.

[0030] Preferably, the cuboid frame is cube-shaped to facilitate uniform size; the cuboid frame 1 has four magnetic suction parts 15 on its side, which are respectively located at the four corners.

[0031] This utility model discloses a modular insect cage for teaching purposes. It is connected to another modular insect cage through the first magnetic suction part 15. At the same time, through the cooperation of the slide rail part 14 and the isolation net assembly 3, the isolation net assembly 3 can be quickly installed or removed, realizing quick opening or closing of the side. It is convenient to separate, easy to expand and highly flexible.

[0032] Specifically, the slide rail 14 further includes a guide groove 143 disposed on the support column 13. The top of the guide groove 143 is connected to the end of the access opening 141, and the bottom of the guide groove 143 is connected to the end of the access groove 142. The guide groove 143 allows the isolation net assembly 3 to slide in along the guide groove 143 for accurate positioning, preventing skewing or falling off, further reducing the difficulty of operation and improving assembly reliability.

[0033] like Figures 3-5 As shown, in terms of the specific structure of the isolation net assembly 3, preferably, the isolation net assembly 3 includes a central net 31 and an outer frame 32 surrounding the edge of the central net 31, and the top of the outer frame 32 is provided with a lifting part 321 to facilitate pulling out the isolation net assembly 3 by pinching the lifting part 321 with fingers.

[0034] The outer frame 32 of the component has widened portions 322 on both the top and bottom sides. When the isolation net assembly 3 is located in the slide rail 14, the widened portions 322 on both the top sides of the outer frame 32 abut against the inner wall of the access opening 141, and the widened portions 322 on both the bottom sides of the outer frame 32 abut against the inner wall of the access groove 142. Preferably, the lifting portion 321 and the widened portion 322 are made of flexible material, such as fabric (e.g., cotton, Oxford cloth, or non-woven fabric). After the widened portion 322 abuts against the access opening 141 or access groove 142, a certain pressure is formed, which creates a certain friction between the isolation net assembly 3 and the slide rail 14, and forms an automatic limit, eliminating wobbling gaps and ensuring the stability of the isolation net assembly 3 after it is inserted into the slide rail 14.

[0035] More preferably, the width D3 of the guide groove 143 is greater than the width D1 of the access opening 141 and the width D2 of the access groove 142, D1 = D2, so as to avoid the contact between the widened part 322 and the guide groove 143 causing a large friction force, thereby affecting the access and pull-out of the isolation net assembly 3.

[0036] At least one opposite side of the upper rectangular frame 11 is provided with a hole 111. Preferably, each of the four sides of the upper rectangular frame 11 is provided with two holes 111 located in the middle. The holes 111 can be used for hanging with ropes or fixing with poles, so that the cage can be laid flat or hung, adapting to various indoor and outdoor teaching scenarios and improving the flexibility of arrangement.

[0037] The top and bottom surfaces of the cuboid frame 1 are provided with a second magnetic suction part 16; it can be quickly and vertically magnetically stacked with other combined insect cages to achieve three-dimensional stacking without the need for additional tools, saving experimental table space and facilitating the simultaneous conduct of multiple sets of comparative experiments.

[0038] The top mesh 2, bottom mesh, and middle mesh 31 are made of nylon mesh or stainless steel mesh. Both types of mesh materials combine strength and corrosion resistance, preventing rust and insect damage; at the same time, they allow students to observe insect behavior from any angle.

[0039] The top net 2, bottom net, and middle net 31 have a mesh size of 40-80 mesh. This 40-80 mesh range can prevent common experimental insects from escaping while maintaining good ventilation and lighting, ensuring a stable rearing environment and improving the success rate of experiments.

[0040] The rectangular frame 1 is made of lightweight transparent plastic or aluminum alloy. Lightweight transparent plastic is aesthetically pleasing, reduces overall weight, and is easy for students to carry; aluminum alloy provides higher strength, balancing durability and portability.

[0041] In summary, this utility model provides a modular insect cage for teaching purposes. It connects to another modular insect cage via the first magnetic suction part 15. Simultaneously, the sliding rail part 14, in cooperation with the isolation net assembly 3, allows for quick installation or removal of the isolation net assembly 3, enabling rapid opening or closing of the side. This design offers convenient separation, easy expansion, and high flexibility. Furthermore, this modular insect cage for teaching purposes achieves vertical connection to another modular insect cage via the second magnetic suction part 16 on the top or bottom surface. The lifting part 321 in the isolation net assembly 3 facilitates its removal, and the widening part 322 ensures the stability of the isolation net assembly 3 after it is inserted into the sliding rail part 14.

[0042] The above description is the preferred embodiment of this utility model. It should be noted that for those skilled in the art, several improvements and modifications can be made without departing from the principle of this utility model, and these improvements and modifications are also considered to be within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A modular insect cage for teaching purposes, characterized in that, It includes a cuboid frame, a top mesh, a bottom mesh, and four isolation mesh components. The top mesh and bottom mesh are respectively disposed on the top and bottom surfaces of the cuboid frame, and the four isolation mesh components are respectively disposed on the four sides of the cuboid frame. The cuboid frame includes an upper rectangular frame, a lower rectangular frame, and four vertically arranged pillars. The upper end of each pillar is connected to the corresponding vertex of the upper rectangular frame, and the lower end of each pillar is connected to the corresponding vertex of the lower rectangular frame. The top mesh and bottom mesh are fixedly connected to the top and bottom surfaces of the cuboid frame, respectively. The side of the cuboid frame is provided with a slide rail and a first magnetic attraction part. The slide rail includes an access opening on the upper rectangular frame and an access slot on the lower rectangular frame. The access opening and the access slot correspond one-to-one. The bottom of the isolation net assembly passes through the access opening and is placed into the access slot so as to be detachably connected to the side of the cuboid frame.

2. The combined insect cage for teaching according to claim 1, characterized in that, The slide rail also includes a guide groove provided on the support column, the top of the guide groove being connected to the end of the access opening, and the bottom of the guide groove being connected to the end of the access groove.

3. The combined insect cage for teaching according to claim 1, characterized in that, The isolation net assembly includes a central net and an outer frame surrounding the edge of the central net, with a lifting section at the top of the outer frame.

4. The combined insect cage for teaching according to claim 3, characterized in that, The component's outer frame is provided with widened portions on both the top and bottom sides; When the isolation net assembly is located in the slide rail, the widened portions on both sides of the top of the assembly frame abut against the inner wall of the access opening, and the widened portions on both sides of the bottom of the assembly frame abut against the inner wall of the access groove.

5. The combined insect cage for teaching according to claim 4, characterized in that, The lifting and widening sections are made of flexible material.

6. The combined insect cage for teaching according to claim 1, characterized in that, At least one opposite side of the upper rectangular frame has a hole.

7. The combined insect cage for teaching according to claim 1, characterized in that, The top and bottom surfaces of the cuboid frame are provided with a second magnetic attraction part.

8. The combined insect cage for teaching according to claim 3, characterized in that, The top mesh, bottom mesh, and middle mesh are made of nylon mesh or stainless steel mesh.

9. The combined insect cage for teaching according to claim 8, characterized in that, The mesh count of the top, bottom, and middle meshes is 40-80 mesh.

10. The modular insect cage for teaching according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cuboid frame is made of lightweight transparent plastic or aluminum alloy.

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