Portable sheep and cattle field feeding folding trough

Abstract

The utility model discloses a portable ox and sheep field feeding folding trough belongs to the technical field of trough, including chassis, gyro wheel and expansion mechanism, and expansion mechanism is by multiple ring pipe and flexible bending plate, still be equipped with handle, hook buckle, pull handle, universal ball and flexible baffle. Its solution traditional trough volume fixed, inconveniently moves in the field and the problem of difficult storage, through the stretching / folding expansion mechanism adjusts volume to adapt to different feeding amount, and gyro wheel cooperates pull handle, universal ball realizes flexible movement and fixed, and the volume is reduced after folding and ring pipe can cover gyro wheel. Adopt food -grade material and silica gel, set round angle structure, safe and durable. Simple operation, adapt to field grazing, field breeding, effectively satisfy the ox and sheep field feeding demand.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of feed trough technology, specifically a portable folding feed trough for feeding cattle and sheep in the wild. Background Technology

[0002] In scenarios such as grazing cattle and sheep in the wild and migratory farming, traditional feeding troughs have two major pain points: First, they adopt a fixed structure, resulting in large size and heavy weight, making it difficult to move flexibly with the livestock and adapt to the changing feeding locations in the wild; second, their fixed volume cannot be adjusted according to the number of cattle and sheep fed at one time, either because the capacity is insufficient to meet the needs of multiple cattle and sheep to eat at the same time, or because the capacity is excessive, resulting in feed being scattered and wasted.

[0003] For example, the "New Feeding Trough for Livestock Farming" with the national authorized patent announcement number CN209498206U has a fixed inner cavity structure, which also has the problem of non-adjustable volume. Moreover, it still occupies a large space when idle or transported, increasing the storage cost and handling difficulty of field transportation. It does not meet the "lightweight and space-saving" usage requirements of field farming. Therefore, there is an urgent need for a feeding trough that can be adapted to field scenarios, has an adjustable volume, and is portable. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a portable foldable feed trough for feeding cattle and sheep in the field, so as to solve the problems mentioned in the background art, which are that the fixed volume structure of the feed trough leads to the inability to adjust the volume, making it difficult to adapt to the feeding needs of different numbers of cattle and sheep, and that it occupies a lot of space when idle or transported, and is inconvenient to move and transport in the field.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: A portable folding feed trough for feeding cattle and sheep in the wild includes: a chassis for carrying feed and adapted for placement in the wild; rollers for easy movement and transfer in the wild are fixedly installed at the four corners of the lower surface of the chassis; and an expansion mechanism adapted to different feeding needs of cattle and sheep in the wild is extended from the upper side of the chassis. The expansion mechanism can increase the feed carrying capacity by stretching upwards to meet the feeding needs of one or more cattle and sheep in the wild; the expansion mechanism includes multiple sets of ring tubes for enclosing the feed and flexible bending plates with flexible bending properties, the flexible bending plates are fixedly connected between each set of ring tubes, and the ring tube with the smallest diameter is fixedly installed on the upper surface of the chassis. Multiple sets of the ring tubes can be folded downwards in multiple layers by the flexibility of the flexible bending plate, so that the ring tubes with larger diameters are successively wrapped around the ring tubes with smaller diameters in a downward stepped manner, so as to achieve space reduction during field transportation or when idle.

[0006] The aforementioned portable folding feed trough for cattle and sheep in the wild includes multiple sets of ring tubes that can be folded to cover the rollers, thus preventing damage to the rollers from external forces during outdoor movement or storage. The ring tubes are made of food-grade low-density polyethylene, and the flexible bending plate is made of silicone to meet the safety requirements of contact with feed during outdoor feeding and the durability requirements of complex environments.

[0007] The aforementioned portable folding feed trough for cattle and sheep in the wild has handles fixedly installed at both ends of the upper surface of the outermost ring tube, which facilitate manual stretching or folding in the wild. The outer surface of the handles can be connected to hooks and buckles. The other end of the hooks and buckles is rotatably connected to the handles through a fixedly installed universal ball joint. The handles, together with the universal ball joint and rollers, enable flexible adjustment of direction and convenient transportation under different terrains in the wild.

[0008] In the aforementioned portable folding feed trough for feeding cattle and sheep in the wild, all the rollers are self-locking omnidirectional wheels.

[0009] In the aforementioned portable folding feed trough for feeding cattle and sheep in the wild, the handle has a square frame structure, and the corners of the handle are all rounded.

[0010] The aforementioned portable folding feed trough for feeding cattle and sheep in the field has a flexible bending plate whose height is consistent with the spacing between two adjacent sets of ring pipes, and the edge of the flexible bending plate is provided with a rounded corner structure to prevent scratches to operators or cattle and sheep during field operations.

[0011] In the aforementioned portable folding feed trough for feeding cattle and sheep in the wild, the length of the pull handle is 30-40cm, and the end of the pull handle away from the universal ball is provided with a handle for easy hand gripping.

[0012] The aforementioned portable folding feed trough for cattle and sheep in the wild has a flexible silicone baffle fixedly connected to the top inner side of each ring tube. The height of the flexible baffle is 5-8cm, and the flexible baffle is inclined towards the inside of the ring tube to prevent the feed from being pushed by cattle and sheep or blown by the wind during wild feeding and spilling from the edge of the ring tube. At the same time, the flexible baffle can bend synchronously with the folding action of the ring tube without affecting the storage volume of the feed trough.

[0013] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are: 1. Solves the problem of inconvenient movement: The rollers, combined with the pull handle and omnidirectional ball, enable the feed trough to be moved flexibly in different terrains in the field without the need for laborious carrying; the self-locking function ensures the stability of the feed trough during feeding and avoids slippage caused by collisions between cattle and sheep or tilted ground, making it suitable for the ever-changing feeding locations in the field.

[0014] 2. Solving the problem of fixed volume: The expansion mechanism can adjust the volume by stretching / folding, which can be flexibly adapted to the number of cattle and sheep fed at one time. This avoids both insufficient capacity affecting feeding and excessive capacity causing feed waste, meeting the feeding needs of different scenarios such as grazing in the wild and transhumance.

[0015] 3. Solve the problem of storage difficulties: After multiple sets of ring tubes are folded into stepped rings, the volume of the material trough is greatly reduced. Moreover, after folding, the ring tubes can cover the rollers, reducing the probability of the rollers being damaged by external forces, facilitating field transportation and idle storage, and reducing warehousing and handling costs.

[0016] 4. Enhanced safety and durability: Food-grade materials ensure feed safety, preventing cattle and sheep from consuming contaminated feed and affecting their health; the flexible silicone bending board is highly weather-resistant, not easily broken or aged, and the rounded corner structure prevents scratches, extending the service life of the feed trough and adapting to complex outdoor environments.

[0017] 5. Improved ease of operation: The handle simplifies the stretching / folding operation of the expansion mechanism, requiring no additional tools; the hook and latch quickly connect and disconnect the handle and the ring tube, making the overall operation process simple, reducing the difficulty of use for field aquaculture personnel, and improving feeding efficiency. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the folded structure of the expansion mechanism of this utility model; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the flexible bending plate and the ring tube of this utility model; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the expansion mechanism of this utility model being pulled upwards and unfolded.

[0019] In the diagram: 1. Chassis; 101. Roller; 2. Expansion mechanism; 201. Ring pipe; 202. Flexible bending plate; 203. Lifting handle; 204. Hook; 205. Pull handle. Detailed Implementation

[0020] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0021] Please see Figures 1-3This embodiment provides a portable folding feed trough for cattle and sheep in the wild, including: a chassis 1 for carrying feed and adapted for outdoor placement; rollers 101 for easy movement and transfer in the wild are fixedly installed at the four corners of the lower surface of the chassis 1; an expansion mechanism 2 adapted to different feeding needs of cattle and sheep in the wild is extended from the upper side of the chassis 1; the expansion mechanism 2 can increase the feed carrying volume by stretching upwards to meet the feeding needs of one or more cattle and sheep in the wild; the expansion mechanism 2 includes multiple sets of ring tubes 201 for enclosing feed and flexible bending plates 202 with flexible bending performance; the flexible bending plates 202 are fixedly connected between each set of ring tubes 201, and the ring tube 201 with the smallest diameter is fixedly installed on the upper surface of the chassis 1; the multiple sets of ring tubes 201 can be folded downwards in multiple layers by the flexibility of the flexible bending plates 202, so that the ring tubes 201 with larger diameters are successively wrapped around the ring tubes 201 with smaller diameters in a downward stepped shape, so as to realize the space reduction during outdoor transportation or when idle.

[0022] The chassis 1 is designed to carry feed and is suitable for outdoor placement. It provides stable bottom support for the feed trough, ensuring that the feed can be safely placed on the chassis 1 and meeting the basic load-bearing requirements for outdoor feeding. The rollers 101 on the lower surface of the chassis 1 reduce friction between the feed trough and the outdoor ground, allowing personnel to move the feed trough without strenuous handling. This enables the feed trough to flexibly adapt to the changing feeding locations in the field, solving the problem of inconvenient movement of traditional feed troughs in the field. The expansion mechanism 2 can change the volume by extending upwards, which can be adjusted according to the needs of a single feeding of cattle in the field. The capacity of the feed trough is adjusted to accommodate different feeding needs in the field, avoiding situations where the feed capacity is insufficient to meet the needs of multiple cattle and sheep, or where the capacity is excessive and feed is wasted. The ring tube 201 in the expansion mechanism 2 works in conjunction with the flexible bending plate 202. With the help of the flexibility of the flexible bending plate 202, multiple sets of ring tubes 201 can be folded downwards. The ring tube 201 with a larger diameter is wrapped around the ring tube 201 with a smaller diameter, which greatly reduces the volume of the feed trough when transported or idle in the field, making it convenient to carry and store, and solving the problem of difficult storage of traditional feed troughs in the field.

[0023] Specifically, in this embodiment, the multiple sets of ring tubes 201 can be folded to cover the rollers 101 to prevent the rollers 101 from being damaged by external forces when moving or storing in the field; the ring tubes 201 are made of food-grade low-density polyethylene, and the flexible bending plate 202 is made of silicone to meet the safety requirements of contact with feed during field feeding and the durability requirements of complex environments. The multiple sets of ring tubes 201 can be folded to cover the rollers 101, preventing the rollers 101 from being bumped, worn, or contaminated when moving the feed trough in the field or when not in use. This reduces the probability of damage to the rollers 101, extends their service life, and ensures the long-term mobility of the feed trough. The ring tubes 201 are made of food-grade low-density polyethylene, which will not produce harmful impurities when in contact with feed, ensuring the safety of feed during field feeding and preventing cattle and sheep from being affected by contaminated feed. The flexible bending plate 202 is made of silicone, which has good flexibility and weather resistance. It can adapt to complex environments such as temperature changes and minor collisions in the field, and is not prone to breakage or aging. This ensures the long-term stability of the folding and stretching function of the expansion mechanism 2 and improves the durability of the feed trough in the field.

[0024] Specifically, in this embodiment, both ends of the upper surface of the outermost ring tube 201 are fixedly installed with handles 203 for easy manual stretching or folding in the field. The outer surface of the handles 203 can be hooked and connected by hooks 204. The other end of the hooks 204 is rotatably connected to the handle 205 through a fixedly installed universal ball. The handle 205, together with the universal ball and the rollers 101, can achieve flexible adjustment of direction and convenient transportation under different terrains in the field. The handle 203 is fixed to the outermost ring tube 201. During field operations, personnel can directly hold the handle 203 to easily complete the stretching or folding action of the expansion mechanism 2 without the need for additional tools, simplifying the operation process and improving the convenience of field use. The hook 204 can be flexibly hooked onto the handle 203, which can quickly connect the pull handle 205 to the ring tube 201 and is easy to disassemble, making it convenient to assemble or disassemble the transfer parts according to needs in the field. The hook 204 is connected to the pull handle 205 through a universal ball, allowing the pull handle 205 to rotate freely. When used with the roller 101, it can move the material trough on uneven ground, gentle slopes and other different terrains in the field, and can flexibly adjust the pulling direction without frequently adjusting the hand posture, reducing the difficulty of transfer and adapting to the changing terrain conditions in the field.

[0025] Specifically, in this embodiment, all rollers 101 are self-locking casters. Since the rollers 101 are self-locking casters, after the feed trough is moved to the designated feeding position in the field, the self-locking function can fix the rollers 101, preventing cattle and sheep from colliding with the feed trough while eating, or causing the feed trough to slide due to slight inclination of the ground in the field. This ensures the stability of the feed trough during feeding and avoids feed spillage or affecting the normal eating of cattle and sheep.

[0026] Specifically, in this embodiment, the handle 203 has a rectangular frame structure, and all corners of the handle 203 are rounded. The rectangular frame structure of the handle 203 provides a larger contact area between the hand and the handle 203 when held outdoors, resulting in more even force distribution, reduced slippage, improved grip comfort, and reduced hand fatigue after prolonged operation. The rounded corners of the handle 203 prevent hand injuries from sharp corners during outdoor operations and also prevent the handle 203 from snagging on clothing, ropes, or other items during transport and storage, thus improving safety and convenience.

[0027] Specifically, in this embodiment, the height of the flexible bending plate 202 is consistent with the spacing between two adjacent sets of ring pipes 201, and the edge of the flexible bending plate 202 is provided with a rounded corner structure to prevent scratches to operators or livestock during field operations. The consistency between the height of the flexible bending plate 202 and the spacing between two adjacent sets of ring pipes 201 ensures the sealing and stability of the connection between the ring pipes 201. When stretching or folding the expansion mechanism 2, the flexible bending plate 202 is subjected to uniform force, preventing tearing due to excessive local force and ensuring the structural integrity of the expansion mechanism 2. The rounded corner structure at the edge of the flexible bending plate 202 prevents scratches to personnel's hands or livestock when cleaning the feed trough in the field or stretching the expansion mechanism 2, improving the safety of the feed trough.

[0028] Specifically, in this embodiment, the length of the pull handle 205 is 30-40cm, and the end of the pull handle 205 away from the universal ball is provided with a handle for easy hand gripping. With a handle at the end of the pull handle 205 away from the universal ball for easy hand gripping, when pulling the material trough in the field, the operator's hand can stably fit the handle, reducing the risk of slipping due to sweaty hands or excessive force, thus reducing hand strain and improving comfort during long-distance material trough transfers. This is suitable for scenarios where the material trough needs to be moved frequently in the field.

[0029] Specifically, in this embodiment, a flexible silicone baffle is fixedly connected to the top inner side of each ring tube 201. The height of the flexible baffle is 5-8cm, and it is inclined inwards towards the ring tube 201 to prevent feed from being disturbed by cattle or sheep or blown by the wind during outdoor feeding. The flexible baffle can also bend synchronously with the folding action of the ring tube 201, without affecting the storage volume of the feed trough. The flexible baffle, fixed to the top inner side of the ring tube 201 and inclined inwards, prevents cattle and sheep from disturbing the feed during outdoor feeding and reduces feed spillage caused by wind, avoiding feed waste and meeting the feeding needs of open outdoor environments. The flexible baffle is made of silicone, which has good flexibility and can bend synchronously with the folding of the ring tube 201, preventing the feed trough from increasing in volume after folding and ensuring its portability. The silicone flexible baffle does not release harmful substances when in contact with feed, ensuring feed safety and avoiding impact on the health of cattle and sheep, meeting the safety requirements of outdoor feeding.

[0030] Working principle: 1. Basic bearing and movement principle: The chassis 1, as the core bearing component, provides a stable foundation for the feed and is suitable for outdoor ground environments. The rollers 101 at the four corners of the lower surface of the chassis 1 can reduce the friction between the feed trough and the outdoor ground. The rollers 101 are self-locking universal wheels, which can not only achieve multi-directional movement, but also fix the position through the self-locking function to prevent the feed trough from sliding.

[0031] 2. Volume Adjustment Principle: The expansion mechanism 2 consists of multiple sets of ring tubes 201 and flexible bending plates 202. The flexible bending plates 202 are fixed between each set of ring tubes 201, and the ring tube 201 with the smallest diameter is fixed on the chassis 1. With the help of the flexibility of the flexible bending plates 202, when the outermost ring tube 201 is stretched upward, the multiple sets of ring tubes 201 can be unfolded, the height of the material trough increases, thereby expanding the volume. When pressed downward, the ring tube 201 with a larger diameter is stepped around the ring tube 201 with a smaller diameter, realizing the reduction of volume and size.

[0032] 3. Operation and Transfer Auxiliary Principle: The handle 203 on the outermost ring tube 201 provides a force point for operation, facilitating manual stretching or folding of the expansion mechanism 2; the hook 204 can be hooked onto the handle 203 and connected to the pull handle 205 via a universal ball; the pull handle 205, in conjunction with the roller 101, can flexibly adjust the direction of movement to adapt to different terrains in the field; the flexible silicone baffle on the inner top of the ring tube 201 prevents feed from spilling through its inward tilting structure, and can be bent synchronously with the folding of the ring tube 201 without affecting storage.

[0033] 4. Safety and Durability Principle: The ring tube 201 is made of food-grade low-density polyethylene to avoid the generation of harmful substances from contact with feed; the flexible bending plate 202 is made of silicone, which is weather-resistant and can adapt to complex environments such as temperature differences and minor collisions in the wild; the rounded corners of the handle 203 and the edges of the flexible bending plate 202 can prevent scratches to operators or cattle and sheep.

[0034] How to use: 1. Moving and fixing: Hook 204 is hooked onto handle 203, and pull handle 205 is held to push the feed trough. The feed trough is moved to the field feeding position with the help of roller 101. After it is moved into place, the self-locking function of roller 101 is activated to fix the position of the feed trough and prevent it from sliding.

[0035] 2. Deployment and feeding: Hold the handle 203 with both hands and slowly pull the outermost ring tube 201 upwards. The flexible bending plate 202 will unfold as it is stretched, and multiple sets of ring tubes 201 will come out in sequence, expanding the volume of the feed trough. Add an appropriate amount of feed according to the number of cattle and sheep being fed. The flexible baffle on the inner side of the ring tube 201 can prevent the feed from being pushed by the cattle and sheep or blown away by the wind.

[0036] 3. Folding and storage: After feeding, press the handle 203 with both hands to move the outermost ring tube 201 downwards. The flexible bending plate 202 bends, and the larger diameter ring tube 201 gradually wraps around the smaller diameter ring tube 201 until it is folded in place (after folding, the ring tube 201 can cover the roller 101); disconnect the hook 204 from the handle 203 to store the feed trough or transfer it again.

[0037] Technical effects: 1. Solve the problem of inconvenient movement: The roller 101, together with the pull handle 205 and the omnidirectional ball, enables the feed trough to be moved flexibly in different terrains in the field without the need for laborious carrying; the self-locking function ensures the stability of the feed trough during feeding, avoiding slippage caused by collisions between cattle and sheep or tilted ground, and is suitable for the ever-changing feeding locations in the field.

[0038] 2. Solving the problem of fixed volume: The expansion mechanism 2 can adjust the volume by stretching / folding, which can be flexibly adapted to the number of cattle and sheep fed at one time. This avoids both insufficient capacity affecting feeding and excessive capacity causing feed waste, and meets the feeding needs of different scenarios such as grazing in the wild and transhumance.

[0039] 3. Solve the problem of storage difficulties: After folding, the multiple sets of ring tubes 201 form a stepped ring, which greatly reduces the volume of the material trough. Moreover, after folding, the ring tubes 201 can cover the rollers 101, reducing the probability of the rollers 101 being damaged by external forces, facilitating field transportation and idle storage, and reducing warehousing and handling costs.

[0040] 4. Enhanced safety and durability: Food-grade materials ensure feed safety and prevent cattle and sheep from consuming contaminated feed, thus protecting their health; the 202 flexible silicone bending board is highly weather-resistant, not easily broken or aged, and the rounded corner structure prevents scratches, extending the service life of the feed trough and making it suitable for complex outdoor environments.

[0041] 5. Improved ease of operation: The handle 203 simplifies the stretching / folding operation of the expansion mechanism 2 without the need for additional tools; the hook 204 quickly connects and disconnects the handle 205 and the ring tube 201. The overall operation process is simple, reducing the difficulty of use for field aquaculture personnel and improving the efficiency of feeding operations.

[0042] All parts not described in this utility model are the same as or can be implemented using existing technology. Although embodiments of this utility model have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of this utility model, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A portable folding feed trough for outdoor feeding of cattle and sheep, characterized in that, include: The chassis (1) is used to carry feed and is suitable for placement in the field. Rollers (101) are fixedly installed at the four corners of the lower surface of the chassis (1) to facilitate movement and transfer in the field. An expansion mechanism (2) is installed on the upper side of the chassis (1) to meet the different feeding needs of cattle and sheep in the field. The expansion mechanism (2) can increase the feed carrying capacity by stretching the height upward to meet the feeding needs of one or more cattle and sheep in the wild; the expansion mechanism (2) includes multiple sets of ring pipes (201) for enclosing feed and flexible bending plates (202) with flexible bending performance. The flexible bending plates (202) are fixedly connected between each set of ring pipes (201), and the ring pipe (201) with the smallest diameter is fixedly installed on the upper surface of the chassis (1); Multiple sets of the ring tubes (201) can be folded downwards in multiple layers by the flexibility of the flexible bending plate (202), so that the ring tubes (201) with larger diameters are arranged in a downward stepped manner around the ring tubes (201) with smaller diameters, so as to achieve space reduction during field transportation or when idle.

2. The portable folding feeder for cattle and sheep in the wild according to claim 1, characterized in that, The multiple sets of ring tubes (201) can be folded to cover the rollers (101) to prevent the rollers (101) from being damaged by external forces when moving or storing them in the field; the ring tubes (201) are made of food-grade low-density polyethylene and the flexible bending plate (202) is made of silicone to meet the safety requirements of contact with feed during field feeding and the durability requirements of complex environments.

3. The portable folding feeder for cattle and sheep in the wild according to claim 2, characterized in that, Both ends of the upper surface of the outermost ring tube (201) are fixedly installed with handles (203) for easy manual stretching or folding in the field. The outer surface of the handles (203) can be hooked and connected by hooks (204). The other end of the hooks (204) is rotatably connected to the pull handle (205) through a fixedly installed universal ball. The pull handle (205) cooperates with the universal ball and the roller (101) to realize flexible adjustment of direction and convenient transportation under different terrains in the field.

4. The portable folding feeder for cattle and sheep in the wild according to claim 1, characterized in that, All rollers (101) are self-locking casters.

5. The portable folding feeder for cattle and sheep in the wild according to claim 3, characterized in that, The handle (203) has a square frame structure, and the corners of the surface of the handle (203) are all rounded.

6. The portable folding feeder for cattle and sheep in the wild according to claim 2, characterized in that, The height of the flexible bending plate (202) is consistent with the spacing between the two adjacent sets of ring pipes (201), and the edge of the flexible bending plate (202) is provided with a rounded corner structure to prevent scratches to operators or cattle and sheep during field operations.

7. The portable folding feeder for cattle and sheep in the field according to claim 3, characterized in that, The length of the pull handle (205) is 30-40cm, and the end of the pull handle (205) away from the universal ball is provided with a handle for easy hand grip.

8. The portable folding feeder for cattle and sheep in the field according to any one of claims 1-7, characterized in that, Each ring tube (201) has a flexible silicone baffle fixedly connected to its inner top. The flexible baffle is 5-8cm high and is inclined towards the inside of the ring tube (201) to prevent feed from being pushed by cattle and sheep or blown by the wind during outdoor feeding, causing it to spill from the edge of the ring tube (201). At the same time, the flexible baffle can bend synchronously with the folding action of the ring tube (201) without affecting the storage volume of the feed trough.

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