Gastrodia cultivation box with multiple independent chambers

Abstract

The utility model discloses a gastrodia elata cultivation box with multilayer independent chamber for planting gastrodia elata, including shell and inner shell. The shell includes base body and lid, and the lid is rotatably connected on the shell through the pivot to realize the opening and closing of the lid. The inner shell is used for cultivating gastrodia elata and is installed in the shell, and it includes inner shell wall and a plurality of cylindrical isolation barrels for accommodating gastrodia elata. The plurality of isolation barrels form the first chamber in communication outside, and are used for accommodating the soil and armillaria mellea required for cultivating gastrodia elata. The second chamber is formed in each isolation barrel inside, and is used for accommodating gastrodia elata. A plurality of first through holes are formed on the side wall of the isolation barrel, and are used for communicating the second chamber and the first chamber. The cultivation box can realize the separation and collaborative culture of gastrodia elata and symbiotic fungi by improving the space structure, and provides convenience for small-scale planting.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of agricultural cultivation equipment technology, and in particular to a Gastrodia elata cultivation box with multiple independent chambers. Background Technology

[0002] As a precious traditional Chinese medicine, the artificial cultivation technology of Gastrodia elata has always attracted widespread attention. In addition to traditional cultivation methods, container cultivation provides a new approach to the cultivation of Gastrodia elata, which is particularly suitable for scenarios with limited space or for refined production.

[0003] Existing container cultivation devices mostly use a uniform cultivation space, where Gastrodia elata and symbiotic fungi grow in the same area. This structure makes it difficult to control the range of interaction between Armillaria mellea and Gastrodia elata, which may affect the efficiency of nutrient absorption by Gastrodia elata, and also brings inconvenience to the observation and management of individual growth status.

[0004] Therefore, it is necessary to provide a Gastrodia elata cultivation box that can achieve the separation and co-cultivation of Gastrodia elata and symbiotic fungi by improving its spatial structure, and provide convenience for small-scale cultivation. Utility Model Content

[0005] In view of the above situation and to overcome the defects of the prior art, this utility model provides a Gastrodia elata cultivation box with multiple independent chambers. This cultivation box can achieve the separation and synergistic cultivation of Gastrodia elata and symbiotic fungi by improving its spatial structure, and provides convenience for small-scale planting.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: This utility model provides a multi-layered independent chamber cultivation box for growing Gastrodia elata, comprising: The outer casing includes a base and a cover; the cover is rotatably connected to the outer casing via a pivot to enable the opening and closing of the cover. The inner shell is used for cultivating the Gastrodia elata; the inner shell is installed inside the outer shell and includes an inner shell wall and a plurality of cylindrical isolation barrels for containing the Gastrodia elata; the outer sides of the plurality of isolation barrels form a first chamber for containing the soil and Armillaria mellea required for cultivating the Gastrodia elata; the inner side of each isolation barrel forms a second chamber for containing the Gastrodia elata; the side wall of the isolation barrel is provided with a plurality of first through holes for connecting the second chamber and the first chamber.

[0007] Furthermore, the cover has multiple through-holes for adding nutrients or water required for the growth of the Gastrodia elata and Armillaria mellea to the inner shell.

[0008] Furthermore, the upper edge of the feed hole on the cover is provided with a rounded corner with a radius of not less than 20mm, so that the material left on the upper surface of the cover can automatically slide into the inner shell under the action of gravity.

[0009] Furthermore, the inner shell further includes: Multiple temperature sensors are installed on the side walls around the inside of the inner shell to monitor the temperature of the material inside the inner shell; Multiple electric heating tubes are installed on the side walls around the outer perimeter of the inner shell for heating the material inside the inner shell.

[0010] Furthermore, the inner shell further includes a controller; the controller is electrically connected to a plurality of the temperature sensors and a plurality of the electric heating tubes; The controller is configured to: In response to the measured values ​​of the plurality of temperature sensors, when the measured value of any of the temperature sensors is lower than a predetermined first temperature threshold, the electric heating element closest to the temperature sensor is activated; when the measured value of any of the temperature sensors is higher than a predetermined second temperature threshold, the electric heating element closest to the temperature sensor is deactivated.

[0011] Furthermore, the inner shell further includes: Multiple humidity sensors are used to monitor the humidity of the material inside the inner shell; the multiple humidity sensors are installed on the bottom surface inside the inner shell; A buzzer is used to issue a warning when the humidity of the material inside the inner shell is lower than a predetermined first humidity threshold. The plurality of humidity sensors and the buzzer are electrically connected to the controller; The controller is configured to: When the measured value of any of the humidity sensors is lower than a predetermined first humidity threshold, the buzzer is activated to alert the operator to add water to the inner shell; When the measured value of any of the humidity sensors is higher than a predetermined second humidity threshold, the electric heating tube closest to the humidity sensor is activated to evaporate the moisture in the material.

[0012] Furthermore, the housing further includes: A first ventilation hole is formed on one side wall of the outer casing, and a second ventilation hole is formed on the other side wall opposite to the first ventilation hole; An air inlet valve is located outside the first ventilation hole, allowing only air to enter the housing; An air outlet valve, located outside the second ventilation hole, allows only air to leave the housing; An electric fan is used to drive airflow within the housing; the electric fan is mounted on the inner wall of the housing and configured to blow air from the first ventilation hole toward the second ventilation hole.

[0013] Furthermore, the electric fan is mounted on the side wall of the housing that is perpendicular to both the first ventilation hole and the second ventilation hole.

[0014] This utility model has at least the following advantages or beneficial effects: This invention employs an inner shell housed within an outer shell. This inner shell includes an inner shell wall and multiple cylindrical isolation chambers. A first, interconnected chamber is formed outside each isolation chamber to contain soil and *Armillaria mellea*. An independent second chamber is formed inside each isolation chamber to contain *Gastrodia elata*. Multiple first through-holes are formed on the side walls of the isolation chambers to connect the two chambers. Overall, this invention achieves the isolation and cultivation of *Gastrodia elata* and *Armillaria mellea* through physical isolation, while maintaining necessary nutrient exchange between the two, providing a suitable spatial environment for the growth of *Gastrodia elata*.

[0015] This invention employs a controller structure, which is electrically connected to multiple temperature sensors and multiple electric heating elements. The controller is configured to automatically control the start and stop of the nearest electric heating element based on the temperature sensor readings. Overall, this invention enables precise control and automatic adjustment of the temperature inside the inner shell, reducing manual intervention and maintaining temperature stability.

[0016] This invention employs a structure with multiple humidity sensors installed on the bottom surface inside the inner shell to monitor the humidity of the material. It also incorporates a buzzer to issue an alert when the humidity is too low. These components are electrically connected to a controller, which is configured to automatically control the activation and deactivation of the buzzer and electric heating element based on the humidity measurements. Overall, this invention enables the monitoring and regulation of humidity within the inner shell, prompting for water replenishment when humidity is too low and activating heating dehumidification when humidity is too high, thus maintaining a suitable humidity environment. Attached Figure Description

[0017] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0018] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the overall structure of a Gastrodia elata cultivation box with multiple independent chambers; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the base and cover structure of the cultivation box; Figure 3This is a front view (perspective view) of the base and lid structure of the cultivation box. Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the inner shell structure; Figure 5 This is a top view of a Gastrodia elata cultivation box with multiple independent chambers (the lid is hidden in the image).

[0019] Figure label: 1-Outer shell; 10-Spindle; 11-Base; 12-Cover; 121-Feed hole; 13-First ventilation hole; 14-Second ventilation hole; 15-Inlet valve; 16-Outlet valve; 17-Electric fan; 2-Inner shell; 21-Inner shell wall; 22-Isolation barrel; 221-First through hole; 23-First chamber; 24-Second chamber; 25-Temperature sensor; 26-Electric heating tube; 27-Humidity sensor. Detailed Implementation

[0020] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0021] It should be noted that the following detailed descriptions are exemplary and intended to provide further illustration of this application. Unless otherwise specified, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application pertains.

[0022] It should be noted that the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the exemplary embodiments according to this application. As used herein, the singular form is intended to include the plural form as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. Furthermore, it should be understood that when the terms "comprising" and / or "including" are used in this specification, they indicate the presence of features, steps, operations, devices, components, and / or combinations thereof.

[0023] In this utility model, terms such as "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "front", "back", "vertical", "horizontal", "side", and "bottom" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only used to facilitate the description of the structural relationship between the various parts or elements of this utility model and do not specifically refer to any part or element in this utility model. They should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0024] In this utility model, terms such as "fixed", "connected", and "linked" should be interpreted broadly, indicating that it can be a fixed connection, an integral connection, or a detachable connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. For relevant scientific researchers or technicians in this field, the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model can be determined according to the specific circumstances, and should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.

[0025] The embodiments of this utility model will be described in detail below.

[0026] This utility model embodiment discloses a Gastrodia elata cultivation box with multiple independent chambers.

[0027] In this embodiment, the Gastrodia elata cultivation box with multiple independent chambers mainly includes two parts: an outer shell 1 and an inner shell 2.

[0028] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the overall structure of a Gastrodia elata cultivation box with multiple independent chambers; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the base and cover structure of the cultivation box; Figure 3 This is a front view (perspective view) of the base and cover structure of the cultivation box.

[0029] The outer casing 1 includes a base 11 and a cover 12. The base 11 provides the main support structure for the entire cultivation box and forms external protection. The cover 12 is rotatably connected to the base 11 via a pivot 10 to enable the opening and closing of the cover 12. The pivot 10 provides a pivot point, allowing the cover 12 to open and close smoothly. The pivot 10 can be a stainless steel pin, installed in the shaft holes of the base 11 and the cover 12 with an interference fit. The base 11 and the cover 12 can be manufactured using injection molding, and the material can be ABS engineering plastic or polypropylene; in other embodiments, the base 11 and the cover 12 can also be made of 304 stainless steel sheet through bending and welding processes.

[0030] The substrate 11 includes a first ventilation hole 13 opened on the side wall of the substrate 11 and a second ventilation hole 14 opened on the other side wall opposite to the first ventilation hole 13.

[0031] An air inlet valve 15 is located outside the first vent 13, and its function is to allow only air to enter the outer casing 1, preventing internal air backflow. An air outlet valve 16 is located outside the second vent 14, and its function is to allow only air to leave the outer casing 1, maintaining internal air pressure balance. Both the air inlet valve 15 and the air outlet valve 16 can be constructed using a one-way check valve structure, manufactured through injection molding, and the valve plate material can be silicone or polyurethane.

[0032] An electric fan 17 is mounted on the inner wall of the housing 1, and its function is to drive airflow within the housing 1 and promote gas exchange. The electric fan 17 is configured to blow air from the first ventilation hole 13 toward the second ventilation hole 14, forming a directional airflow. The electric fan 17 is an axial fan and is fixed to the inner wall of the housing 1 by a bracket.

[0033] In this embodiment, the electric fan 17 is installed on the side wall of the housing 1 that is perpendicular to both the first ventilation hole 13 and the second ventilation hole 14. This installation method helps to form a uniform airflow distribution. In other embodiments, the electric fan 17 can also be installed on the top or bottom wall of the housing 1, and the airflow direction can be adjusted by the air guide plate.

[0034] The cover 12 has multiple through feed holes 121. The function of these feed holes 121 is to add nutrients or water required for the growth of Gastrodia elata and Armillaria mellea to the inner shell 2, so as to avoid frequent opening of the cover 12 and causing fluctuations in the internal environment.

[0035] The upper edge of the feed hole 121 is rounded with a radius of not less than 20mm. The purpose of this rounded corner structure is to allow any material remaining on the upper surface of the cover 12 to automatically slide into the inner shell 2 under the action of gravity, thereby reducing material residue. This rounded corner structure can be formed directly during injection molding or through subsequent machining processes.

[0036] In this embodiment, the feed holes 121 are rectangularly distributed with a diameter of 30-50 mm; in other embodiments, the feed holes 121 may be arranged in other ways, such as in a ring.

[0037] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the inner shell structure; Figure 5 This is a top view of a Gastrodia elata cultivation box with multiple independent chambers (the lid is hidden in the image).

[0038] The inner shell 2 is installed inside the outer shell 1. The inner shell 2 includes an inner shell wall 21 and multiple cylindrical isolation barrels 22 for containing Gastrodia elata. The function of the inner shell wall 21 is to form the main structure of the cultivation space, and the multiple isolation barrels 22 are arranged in an array within the space enclosed by the inner shell wall 21.

[0039] Multiple isolation barrels 22 form a first chamber 23 on the outside, which is used to contain the soil and Armillaria mellea needed for cultivating Gastrodia elata; each isolation barrel 22 forms a second chamber 24 inside, which is used to contain individual Gastrodia elata.

[0040] The isolation barrel 22 has multiple first through holes 221 on its side wall. The function of these first through holes 221 is to connect the second chamber 24 and the first chamber 23, so as to ensure that the gastrodia elata and the nectarine can exchange nutrients while maintaining proper isolation.

[0041] In this embodiment, the isolation barrel 22 adopts a cylindrical structure with a diameter ranging from 80 to 120 mm and a height ranging from 150 to 200 mm; in other embodiments, the isolation barrel 22 may also be a hexagonal prism or other polygonal columnar structure.

[0042] The number of isolation barrels 22 can be set according to actual needs. In this embodiment, 28 isolation barrels 22 are set and arranged in a 4×7 matrix. In other embodiments, the number of isolation barrels 22 can also be 9 or 25, with different arrangement densities.

[0043] In addition, the inner shell 2 further includes multiple temperature sensors 25, multiple electric heating elements 26, multiple humidity sensors 27, and a buzzer.

[0044] Multiple temperature sensors 25 are installed on the side walls around the inner shell 2. Their function is to monitor the temperature of the material inside the inner shell 2, and the monitoring range covers the entire cultivation space. The temperature sensors 25 can be resistance temperature detectors (RTDs) or digital temperature sensors.

[0045] Multiple electric heating elements 26 are installed on the side walls around the outer perimeter of the inner shell 2. Their function is to heat the material inside the inner shell 2 and provide a uniform heat distribution. The electric heating elements 26 can be made of stainless steel and are in close contact with the inner shell wall 21 through thermally conductive silicone to improve heat conduction efficiency.

[0046] Multiple humidity sensors 27 are installed on the bottom surface inside the inner shell 2. Their function is to monitor the humidity of the material inside the inner shell 2 and ensure the uniformity of humidity distribution. The humidity sensors 27 can be capacitive humidity sensors or resistive humidity sensors.

[0047] The function of the buzzer is to issue an alarm when the moisture content of the material inside the inner shell 2 falls below a predetermined first moisture threshold, reminding the operator to intervene in a timely manner. An electromagnetic buzzer can be used.

[0048] The inner housing 2 also includes a controller that is electrically connected to multiple temperature sensors 25, multiple electric heating elements 26, multiple humidity sensors 27, and a buzzer.

[0049] First, the controller can automatically adjust the heating state based on temperature monitoring results. The controller's hardware can be based on an STM32 series microcontroller or a PLC control system. The controller is configured to respond to measurements from multiple temperature sensors 25: when the measured value of any temperature sensor 25 is lower than a predetermined first temperature threshold, the electric heating element 26 closest to that temperature sensor 25 is activated; when the measured value of any temperature sensor 25 is higher than a predetermined second temperature threshold, the electric heating element 26 closest to that temperature sensor 25 is deactivated. In this embodiment, the first temperature threshold can be set to 18°C, and the second temperature threshold can be set to 25°C; in other embodiments, these thresholds can be adjusted according to the needs of different growth stages.

[0050] Secondly, the controller is further configured to activate a buzzer when the measured value of any humidity sensor 27 is lower than a predetermined first humidity threshold, to alert the operator to add water to the inner shell 2; and to activate the electric heating tube 26 closest to the humidity sensor 27 when the measured value of any humidity sensor 27 is higher than a predetermined second humidity threshold, to evaporate the moisture in the material. In this embodiment, the first humidity threshold can be set to 40%RH and the second humidity threshold can be set to 70%RH; in other embodiments, these thresholds can be adjusted according to actual cultivation needs.

[0051] Overall, this invention employs a double-layer structure combining an outer shell 1 and an inner shell 2. The inner shell 2 contains multiple isolation chambers 22 forming independent cavities. A cultivation environment is achieved through a first through-hole 221, separating *Armillaria mellea* from *Gastrodia elata* while maintaining nutrient connectivity. It also incorporates a temperature control system combining a temperature sensor 25, an electric heating element 26, and a controller, as well as a humidity monitoring and adjustment system combining a humidity sensor 27, a buzzer, and a controller. Furthermore, a ventilation system is provided, consisting of a first ventilation hole 13, a second ventilation hole 14, an air inlet valve 15, an air outlet valve 16, and an electric fan 17. These technical features work together to provide a suitable cultivation environment for *Gastrodia elata* growth. By combining physical isolation with a controllable environment, the growth interaction conditions between *Gastrodia elata* and *Armillaria mellea* can be improved, resulting in a positive effect on increasing the success rate and quality of *Gastrodia elata* cultivation. The coordinated operation of each system helps maintain stable cultivation environment parameters, providing relatively suitable conditions for the growth process of *Gastrodia elata*.

[0052] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit this application. Various modifications and variations can be made to this application by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A multi-layered, independent chamber cultivation box for growing Gastrodia elata, characterized in that, include: The outer shell (1) includes a base (11) and a cover (12); the cover (12) is rotatably connected to the outer shell (1) via a pivot (10) to enable the opening and closing of the cover (12); The inner shell (2) is used to cultivate the Gastrodia elata. The inner shell (2) is installed inside the outer shell (1) and includes an inner shell wall (21) and a plurality of cylindrical isolation barrels (22) for containing the Gastrodia elata. The outer surfaces of the plurality of isolation barrels (22) form a first chamber (23) for containing the soil and Armillaria mellea required for cultivating the Gastrodia elata. The interior of each isolation barrel (22) forms a second chamber (24) for containing the Gastrodia elata. The side walls of the isolation barrels (22) are provided with a plurality of first through holes (221) for connecting the second chamber (24) and the first chamber (23).

2. The Gastrodia elata cultivation box with multiple independent chambers according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cover (12) has multiple through feed holes (121) for adding nutrients or water required for the growth of the Gastrodia elata and Armillaria mellea to the inner shell (2).

3. The Gastrodia elata cultivation box with multiple independent chambers according to claim 2, characterized in that, The upper edge of the feed hole (121) on the cover (12) is provided with a rounded corner with a radius of not less than 20mm, so that the material left on the upper surface of the cover (12) can automatically slide into the inner shell (2) under the action of gravity.

4. The Gastrodia elata cultivation box with multiple independent chambers according to claim 1, characterized in that, The inner shell (2) further includes: Multiple temperature sensors (25) are installed on the side walls around the inside of the inner shell (2) to monitor the temperature of the material inside the inner shell (2); Multiple electric heating tubes (26) are installed on the side walls around the outer perimeter of the inner shell (2) for heating the material inside the inner shell (2).

5. The Gastrodia elata cultivation box with multiple independent chambers according to claim 4, characterized in that, The inner shell (2) further includes a controller; the controller is electrically connected to a plurality of the temperature sensors (25) and a plurality of the electric heating tubes (26); The controller is configured to: In response to the measured values ​​of the plurality of temperature sensors (25), when the measured value of any of the temperature sensors (25) is lower than a predetermined first temperature threshold, the electric heating tube (26) closest to the temperature sensor (25) is activated; when the measured value of any of the temperature sensors (25) is higher than a predetermined second temperature threshold, the electric heating tube (26) closest to the temperature sensor (25) is deactivated.

6. The Gastrodia elata cultivation box with multiple independent chambers according to claim 5, characterized in that, The inner shell (2) further includes: Multiple humidity sensors (27) are used to monitor the humidity of the material inside the inner shell (2); the multiple humidity sensors (27) are installed on the bottom surface inside the inner shell (2); A buzzer is used to issue a warning when the humidity of the material inside the inner shell (2) is lower than a predetermined first humidity threshold. The plurality of humidity sensors (27) and the buzzer are electrically connected to the controller; The controller is configured to: When the measured value of any of the humidity sensors (27) is lower than a predetermined first humidity threshold, the buzzer is activated to alert the operator to add water to the inner shell (2); When the measured value of any of the humidity sensors (27) is higher than a predetermined second humidity threshold, the electric heating tube (26) closest to the humidity sensor (27) is activated to evaporate the moisture in the material.

7. The Gastrodia elata cultivation box with multiple independent chambers according to claim 1, characterized in that, The outer casing (1) further includes: A first ventilation hole (13) is provided on one side wall of the outer casing (1), and a second ventilation hole (14) is provided on the other side wall opposite to the first ventilation hole (13). An air inlet valve (15) is located outside the first ventilation hole (13) and allows only air to enter the housing (1). An air outlet valve (16) is located outside the second ventilation hole (14) and allows only air to leave the housing (1). An electric fan (17) is used to drive airflow inside the housing (1); the electric fan (17) is mounted on the inner sidewall of the housing (1) and is configured to blow air from the first ventilation hole (13) toward the second ventilation hole (14).

8. The Gastrodia elata cultivation box with multiple independent chambers according to claim 7, characterized in that, The electric fan (17) is mounted on the side wall of the housing (1) that is perpendicular to both the first ventilation hole (13) and the second ventilation hole (14).

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