A seed storage box for corn seeding

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to the technical field of corn seeding tools, and one embodiment of the present disclosure provides a corn seeding seed storage box, which comprises a box body and a feeding port, the feeding port is arranged on the top of the box body, a seed feeding assembly is arranged on the box body, and a recovery and cleaning assembly is arranged in the box body, the recovery and cleaning assembly comprises a movable port, the movable port is arranged on the side surface of the box body, a blocking plate is movably connected in the movable port, one end of the blocking plate is attached to the inner bottom surface of the box body, an exhaust cover is arranged at the bottom of the box body, an exhaust port is arranged on the inner bottom surface of the box body, the exhaust port is in communication with the exhaust cover, the exhaust cover is a single-side opening structure, a rectangular plate is arranged at one end of the blocking plate, and the rectangular plate is attached to the side surface of the box body. Through the above technical scheme, the technical problem that it takes a lot of time to take out the corn seeds point by point or to pour out the corn seeds after disassembling the seed storage box is solved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The embodiments disclosed herein relate to the technical field of corn planting equipment, specifically to a seed storage box for corn planting. Background Technology

[0002] A corn planter is a crop planting machine that uses corn seeds as the planting target. It is widely used because of its advantages such as uniform sowing, stable row spacing, consistent depth, good soil covering, and seed saving. The corn planters currently used basically include a frame, a seed storage box, a seeder, and a furrow opener. The corn seeds are placed in the seed storage box, first passed through the seeder into the furrow opener, and then sown into the soil through the furrow opener. After the sowing work is completed, there are often corn seeds left in the seed storage box. It is necessary to take out the corn seeds from the seed storage box and put them back into the corn seed bag. Since the seed storage box is usually fixed to the frame with bolts and other fasteners, it takes a lot of time, whether you take out the corn seeds one by one or disassemble the seed storage box and pour out the corn seeds, which affects the work efficiency. Utility Model Content

[0003] To overcome the above-mentioned defects, the embodiments of this disclosure provide a seed storage box for corn planting, which solves the technical problem in the prior art that, since the seed storage box is usually fixed on the frame by bolts and other fasteners, it takes a lot of time whether the corn seeds are taken out one by one or the corn seeds are poured out after the seed storage box is disassembled.

[0004] According to one aspect, at least one embodiment of this disclosure provides a seed storage box for corn planting, comprising: The box body and the feeding port, wherein the feeding port is located on the top of the box body; A seed delivery assembly is mounted on the housing. A recycling and cleaning assembly is disposed inside the housing; The recycling and cleaning assembly includes a movable opening, which is located on the side surface of the housing. A baffle plate is movably connected inside the movable opening, with one end of the baffle plate attached to the bottom surface of the housing. A discharge hood is provided at the bottom of the housing.

[0005] As a further technical solution, a discharge port is provided at the bottom of the box body, the discharge port is connected to the discharge hood, the discharge hood is a single-sided opening structure, and a rectangular plate is provided at one end of the baffle plate, the rectangular plate is attached to the side surface of the box body.

[0006] As a further technical solution, a rotating rod is rotatably connected to the side surface of the box, and an anti-detachment plate is provided at one end of the rotating rod. The anti-detachment plate is attached to the surface of the rectangular plate, and a pair of handles are provided on the surface of the anti-detachment plate.

[0007] According to another aspect, in at least one embodiment of the present invention, the seed delivery assembly includes a pair of bottom grooves, each of which is formed at the bottom of the box body. A crossbar is fixedly connected inside the bottom groove, and a pair of fixing holes are formed at both ends of the surface of the crossbar.

[0008] As a further technical solution, a seed outlet pipe is provided at the bottom of the box, a connecting flange is provided at the lower end of the seed outlet pipe, a drive motor is installed at the top of the box, a rotating shaft is provided at the output end of the drive motor, and a spiral auger is provided at the lower end of the rotating shaft, with the spiral auger located inside the seed outlet pipe.

[0009] As a further technical solution, the top of the box is rotatably connected to a top cover via a pin, and a pull rod is provided on the top of the top cover.

[0010] As a further technical solution, the top cover can rotate upwards by a maximum angle of 100° via a pin connection.

[0011] As a further technical solution, the bottom surface of the box is an inclined structural surface, and the baffle plate is movably fitted into the movable opening in an inclined shape.

[0012] The beneficial effects of the embodiments disclosed herein are as follows: In this disclosure, the recycling and cleaning component solves the problems of traditional seed storage box cleaning, which requires disassembly and is time-consuming and labor-intensive, through a pull-out design and directional guidance structure. The movable opening works in conjunction with the inclined baffle plate. During normal sowing, the baffle plate seals the bottom of the box to prevent seed leakage; during cleaning, pulling out the baffle plate allows residual seeds inside the box to slide naturally to the discharge outlet without tilting the box. The single-sided opening discharge hood collects seeds directionally, preventing scattering and waste. A rectangular plate enhances the sealing of the baffle plate, while a rotating rod and anti-loosening plate ensure the baffle plate remains secure during operation. A handle enhances ease of operation. The overall structure allows for quick cleaning of residues without disassembling the seed storage box, significantly reducing cleaning time and labor intensity. It also prevents seed damage or contamination caused by repeated tilting, ensuring seed recycling quality and meeting the needs of efficient post-sowing treatment. Attached Figure Description

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

[0014] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a structure in one embodiment of the present disclosure; Figure 2 This is an isometric drawing of the present disclosure; Figure 3 This is an isometric sectional view of the present disclosure; In the diagram: 1. Box body; 2. Feeding port; 3. Recycling and cleaning assembly; 3-1. Movable port; 3-2. Baffle plate; 3-3. Discharge hood; 3-4. Discharge outlet; 3-5. Rectangular plate; 3-6. Rotating rod; 3-7. Anti-detachment plate; 3-8. Handle; 4. Seed feeding assembly; 4-1. Bottom trough; 4-2. Crossbar; 4-3. Fixing hole; 4-4. Seed discharge pipe; 4-5. Connecting flange; 4-6. Drive motor; 4-7. Rotating shaft; 4-8. Spiral auger; 5. Top cover; 6. Pull rod. Detailed Implementation The present disclosure will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the present disclosure and are not intended to limit the scope of the disclosure.

[0015] To keep the drawings concise, each drawing only schematically shows the parts relevant to the disclosure; these do not represent the actual structure of the product. Furthermore, for ease of understanding, in some drawings, only one of components with the same structure or function is schematically shown, or only one is labeled. In this document, "one" not only means "only one," but can also mean "more than one," and "several" includes "two" and "more than two."

[0016] In this document, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linkage" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral connections; they can refer to mechanical connections or electrical connections; they can refer to direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this disclosure based on the specific circumstances.

[0017] In this disclosure, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0018] In the description of this embodiment, terms such as "upper," "lower," "left," and "right" are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of description and simplification of operation, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this disclosure.

[0019] Furthermore, in the description of this application, the terms "first," "second," etc., are used only to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0020] like Figures 1-3 As shown, a seed storage box for corn planting is illustrated in one embodiment of this disclosure, comprising: The box body 1 and the feeding port 2 are located on the top of the box body 1; A seed delivery component 4 is disposed on the housing 1; A recycling and cleaning component 3 is disposed inside the housing 1; The recycling and cleaning component 3 includes a movable opening 3-1, which is located on the side surface of the housing 1. A baffle plate 3-2 is movably connected inside the movable opening 3-1. One end of the baffle plate 3-2 is attached to the inner bottom surface of the housing 1. A discharge hood 3-3 is provided at the bottom of the housing 1. A discharge outlet 3-4 is provided at the bottom of the housing 1 and is connected to the discharge hood 3-3. The discharge hood 3-3 has a single-sided opening structure. A rectangular plate 3-5 is provided at one end of the baffle plate 3-2. The rectangular plate 3-5 is attached to the side surface of the housing 1. A rotating rod 3-6 is rotatably connected to the side surface of the housing 1. An anti-detachment plate 3-7 is provided at one end of the rotating rod 3-6. The anti-detachment plate 3-7 is attached to the surface of the rectangular plate 3-5. A pair of handles 3-8 are provided on the surface of the anti-detachment plate 3-7.

[0021] In some examples, to achieve rapid recovery of residual corn seeds in the seed storage box and avoid seed residue deterioration or clumping leading to a decline in subsequent sowing quality, a recovery and cleaning component 3 was designed. This component includes an movable opening 3-1 on the side surface of the box body 1, which provides a pull-out channel for the baffle plate 3-2. The baffle plate 3-2 is movably fitted inside the movable opening 3-1, with one end fitting against the inner bottom surface of the box body 1, forming a partition structure at the bottom of the box. During normal seed storage and delivery, the baffle plate 3-2 is fully inserted into the movable opening 3-1, sealing the bottom of the box and preventing seeds from falling directly into the discharge outlet 3-4. When it is necessary to clean up residual seeds, the baffle plate 3-2 is pulled outward, and the residual seeds on the bottom surface of the box can slide along the bottom surface to the discharge outlet 3-4 without having to tilt the entire box body 1, greatly reducing the intensity of the cleaning operation. The discharge port 3-4 at the bottom of the box 1 is connected to the discharge hood 3-3. The discharge hood 3-3 has a single-sided opening structure, which can guide the residual seeds flowing out of the discharge port 3-4 to be discharged in a designated direction, so as to avoid the seeds scattering on the ground and causing waste or pollution. The opening direction of the discharge hood 3-3 can be designed according to the surrounding space of the seeder to ensure that the recovered seeds can fall accurately into the collection container for subsequent re-screening and use.

[0022] The rectangular plate 3-5 at one end of the baffle plate 3-2 is attached to the side surface of the box 1, which increases the contact area between the baffle plate 3-2 and the box 1, enhances the sealing effect of the baffle plate 3-2 on the seeds inside the box, and prevents the seeds from leaking from the gap of the movable opening 3-1 during normal seed storage. The rotating rod 3-6, which is rotatably connected to the side surface of the box 1, has an anti-detachment plate 3-7 at one end that can be rotated to attach to the surface of the rectangular plate 3-5, forming a fixed structure for the baffle plate 3-2. When the baffle plate 3-2 is inserted into place, rotating the rotating rod 3-6 causes the anti-detachment plate 3-7 to press the rectangular plate 3-5 tightly, restricting the pull-out displacement of the baffle plate 3-2, preventing the baffle plate 3-2 from loosening due to vibration during seed storage or delivery, and ensuring the sealing of the bottom of the box 1. The pair of handles 3-8 on the surface of the anti-detachment plate 3-7 facilitates the operator to quickly rotate the anti-detachment plate 3-7, improving the convenience of fixing and unlocking the blocking plate 3-2; the sliding fit between the blocking plate 3-2 and the movable port 3-1 must maintain a moderate seal to ensure smooth pulling and prevent seed particles from getting stuck in the gap; the diameter of the outlet 3-4 must be adapted to the diameter of the corn seeds to avoid seeds clogging the outlet 3-4.

[0023] During operation, the anti-detachment plate 3-7 and the blocking plate 3-2 secure the housing 1 under normal conditions. When cleaning up residue, turn the handle 3-8 to open the anti-detachment plate 3-7 and pull out the blocking plate 3-2 to allow the residual seeds to be discharged through the discharge port 3-4 and the discharge cover 3-3. The pull-out design improves the ease of cleaning, and the directional discharge ensures efficient seed recovery. All components work together to achieve rapid recovery of residual seeds and meet the maintenance needs of the seed storage box.

[0024] like Figures 1-3 As shown in the figure, the seed delivery assembly 4 proposed in this embodiment includes a pair of bottom grooves 4-1, both of which are opened at the bottom of the box body 1. A crossbar 4-2 is fixedly connected inside the bottom groove 4-1. A pair of fixing holes 4-3 are opened at both ends of the surface of the crossbar 4-2. A seed outlet pipe 4-4 is provided at the bottom of the box body 1. A connecting flange 4-5 is provided at the lower end of the seed outlet pipe 4-4. A drive motor 4-6 is installed at the top of the box body 1. A rotating shaft 4-7 is provided at the output end of the drive motor 4-6. A spiral auger 4-8 is provided at the lower end of the rotating shaft 4-7. The spiral auger 4-8 is located inside the seed outlet pipe 4-4.

[0025] In some examples, to achieve uniform and stable delivery and connection of corn seeds from the seed storage box to the seeder, and to avoid seed breakage, blockage, or leakage during the delivery process, a seed delivery assembly 4 is designed. This assembly includes a seed outlet pipe 4-4 at the bottom of the box 1 to provide a channel for seed delivery, and a connecting flange 4-5 at its lower end to quickly connect with the seed inlet of the seeder. The flange connection method facilitates disassembly and maintenance, and also enhances the sealing fit between the seed outlet pipe 4-4 and the seeder, preventing seeds from leaking out from the connection gap during delivery, avoiding waste and inaccurate seeding. The hole diameter and bolt hole position of the connecting flange 4-5 can be adapted to the seed inlets of different sizes of seeders, improving the versatility of the seed storage box. The drive motor 4-6 at the top of the housing 1 provides power for seed delivery. Its output shaft 4-7 extends vertically into the seed outlet pipe 4-4. The spiral auger 4-8 at the lower end of the rotating shaft 4-7 is located inside the seed outlet pipe 4-4, forming a uniform seed delivery structure. When the drive motor 4-6 starts, it drives the rotating shaft 4-7 and the spiral auger 4-8 to rotate synchronously and uniformly. The spiral auger 4-8 uses the spiral propulsion of its blades to evenly deliver the corn seeds in the seed storage box downwards to the lower end of the seed outlet pipe 4-4, avoiding uneven delivery caused by the seeds falling freely due to gravity (such as clumping or blockage, or sudden changes in flow rate). This ensures that the amount of seeds delivered to the seeder is consistent per unit time, providing a basis for uniform corn sowing.

[0026] The bottom grooves 4-1 at the bottom of the box 1 provide installation space for the crossbar 4-2. The crossbar 4-2 is fixedly connected in the bottom grooves 4-1. The fixing holes 4-3 at both ends of its surface can be used to fix the seed storage box to the seeder frame with bolts. The crossbar 4-2 can distribute the pressure of the seed storage box on the seeder and avoid excessive force at a single point, which may cause deformation of the installation structure. The even distribution of the fixing holes 4-3 can be adjusted according to the installation hole position of the seeder frame to ensure that the seed outlet pipe 4-4 is accurately aligned with the seed inlet of the seeder after the seed storage box is installed, and to prevent the seed delivery path from being blocked due to installation misalignment.

[0027] The speed of drive motors 4-6 can be adjusted by the control module to adapt to different sowing speed requirements; the blade spacing of screw conveyors 4-8 needs to be designed according to the corn seed particle size to ensure stable single conveying volume.

[0028] During operation, the crossbar 4-2 and fixing hole 4-3 secure the seed storage box, the connecting flange 4-5 connects to the seeder, and the drive motor 4-6 drives the auger 4-8 to deliver seeds at a uniform speed. The stable connection ensures a sealed passage, and the auger delivery ensures uniform seed distribution. All components work together to achieve efficient seed delivery to the seeder, meeting the needs of corn sowing.

[0029] For example, such as Figure 1 As shown, the top of the box 1 is rotatably connected to the top cover 5 via a pin, and the top cover 5 is provided with a pull rod 6.

[0030] In some examples, the top cover 5 and the top pull rod 6, which are rotatably connected to the top of the box 1 via a pin, provide convenient opening and closing and protection for the feeding port 2. The top cover 5 can be flipped over by the pin to cover the feeding port 2, preventing the corn seeds from getting damp, dusty, or contaminated by birds or pests during storage or transportation, thus ensuring seed quality. The pull rod 6 provides a force point for operators to open and close the top cover 5, especially when the box 1 is relatively high, allowing the top cover 5 to be easily pulled without the aid of tools.

[0031] For example, such as Figure 1 As shown, the top cover 5 can rotate upwards by a maximum angle of 100° via the pin connection.

[0032] In some examples, the top cover 5 is designed to rotate upwards by a maximum angle of 100° via a pin connection, which ensures both operating space and structural stability. The 100° rotation angle fully exposes the feeding port 2, making it convenient for operators to add corn seeds into the box through the feeding port 2 or clean up residue around the feeding port 2, avoiding inconvenience caused by an angle that is too small.

[0033] For example, such as Figure 3 As shown, the bottom surface of the box 1 is an inclined structural surface, and the baffle plate 3-2 is movably fitted into the movable opening 3-1 in an inclined shape.

[0034] In some examples, the inclined structure of the bottom surface of the box 1 and the inclined movable baffle 3-2 can further improve the recycling efficiency of residual seeds. The inclined bottom surface can use gravity to guide the residual seeds to slide naturally towards the discharge port 3-4, reducing the dead corners where seeds accumulate at the bottom of the box and avoiding the residue caused by insufficient flatness of the traditional flat bottom surface. The inclined baffle 3-2 is adapted to the bottom surface, which can ensure that the baffle 3-2 fits tightly with the bottom surface during normal seed storage, preventing seeds from leaking from the gaps in the movable port 3-1.

[0035] In actual use: Securely install the seed storage box onto the seeder frame using bolts through the fixing holes 4-3 of the crossbar 4-2 inside the bottom groove 4-1 of the box body 1. Then, precisely connect the seed storage box to the seed inlet of the seeder through the connecting flange 4-5 at the lower end of the seed outlet pipe 4-4 to ensure a sealed seed delivery path. Hold the pull rod 6 at the top of the top cover 5 and rotate the top cover 5 upwards around the pin axis (the maximum rotation angle is adapted to the feeding requirements). Add corn seeds into the box through the feeding port 2 at the top of the box body 1. After adding, rotate the top cover 5 to close the feeding port 2 to prevent the seeds from getting damp or dusty. Start the drive motor 4-6 at the top of the box body 1. The motor output drives the rotating shaft 4-7 to rotate synchronously and uniformly with the auger 4-8 inside the seed outlet pipe 4-4. The auger 4-8 propels the seeds in the box evenly downwards to the seeder through the blades. After sowing, if seeds remain in the box, hold the handle 3-8 on the surface of the anti-seed plate 3-7 and rotate the anti-seed plate 3-7 around the rotating rod 3-6 to detach it from the surface of the rectangular plate 3-5. Then pull the baffle plate 3-2 outward (the baffle plate 3-2 is tilted to fit the inclined bottom surface inside the box 1). The remaining seeds will slide along the inclined bottom surface to the discharge port 3-4 and fall into the collection container through the discharge cover 3-3 with a single-sided opening. The cleaning can be completed without disassembling the seed storage box. After cleaning, push the baffle plate 3-2 back and rotate the anti-seed plate 3-7 to fix it again.

[0036] It should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this disclosure and are not intended to limit it. Although this disclosure has been described in detail with reference to preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications or equivalent substitutions can be made to the technical solutions of this disclosure without departing from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of this disclosure, and all such modifications and substitutions should be covered within the scope of the claims of this disclosure.

Claims

1. A seed storage box for corn planting, characterized in that, include: The box body (1) and the feeding port (2) are located on the top of the box body (1); A seed delivery assembly (4) is disposed on the housing (1); A recycling and cleaning component (3) is disposed inside the housing (1); The recycling and cleaning component (3) includes a movable port (3-1), which is opened on the side surface of the box (1). A baffle plate (3-2) is movably connected inside the movable port (3-1). One end of the baffle plate (3-2) is attached to the bottom surface of the box (1). A discharge hood (3-3) is provided at the bottom of the box (1).

2. The seed storage box for corn planting according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom of the box (1) is provided with an outlet (3-4), which is connected to the discharge hood (3-3). The discharge hood (3-3) has a single-sided opening structure. A rectangular plate (3-5) is provided at one end of the baffle plate (3-2), which is attached to the side surface of the box (1).

3. A seed storage box for corn planting according to claim 2, characterized in that, A rotating rod (3-6) is rotatably connected to the side surface of the box (1). An anti-detachment plate (3-7) is provided at one end of the rotating rod (3-6). The anti-detachment plate (3-7) is attached to the surface of the rectangular plate (3-5). A pair of handles (3-8) are provided on the surface of the anti-detachment plate (3-7).

4. A seed storage box for corn planting according to claim 1, characterized in that, The seed delivery assembly (4) includes a pair of bottom grooves (4-1), both of which are located at the bottom of the box (1). A crossbar (4-2) is fixedly connected inside the bottom groove (4-1), and a pair of fixing holes (4-3) are provided at both ends of the surface of the crossbar (4-2).

5. A seed storage box for corn planting according to claim 4, characterized in that, The bottom of the box (1) is provided with a seed outlet pipe (4-4), and the lower end of the seed outlet pipe (4-4) is provided with a connecting flange (4-5). The top of the box (1) is equipped with a drive motor (4-6), and the output end of the drive motor (4-6) is provided with a rotating shaft (4-7). The lower end of the rotating shaft (4-7) is provided with a spiral auger (4-8), and the spiral auger (4-8) is located inside the seed outlet pipe (4-4).

6. A seed storage box for corn planting according to claim 1, characterized in that, The top of the box (1) is rotatably connected to a top cover (5) via a pin, and a pull rod (6) is provided on the top of the top cover (5).

7. A seed storage box for corn planting according to claim 6, characterized in that, The top cover (5) can rotate upwards by a maximum angle of 100° through the pin connection.

8. A seed storage box for corn planting according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom surface of the box (1) is an inclined structural surface, and the baffle plate (3-2) is movably fitted into the movable opening (3-1) in an inclined shape.

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