A portable soil monitor

Abstract

The utility model relates to the field of soil monitoring discloses a portable soil monitoring appearance, including monitoring host computer and monitoring plug stick, be equipped with data connection line between monitoring host computer and monitoring plug stick, the bottom surface fixedly connected with connecting seat of monitoring host computer, the bottom surface of connecting seat is equipped with triangular support, the bottom surface fixedly connected with the receiving sleeve of connecting seat axle center, the fixed sleeve is slidably connected in the receiving sleeve, the monitoring plug stick is fixedly connected in the fixed sleeve bottom surface, the fixed sleeve axle center is fixedly connected with the wire tube that cooperates with data connection line, the receiving sleeve is equipped with not less than one fixed thorn along annular array arrangement, the receiving sleeve is equipped with the via hole that cooperates with fixed thorn, the fixed sleeve is equipped with the adjusting mechanism that drives fixed thorn cooperation. The utility model has the advantages compared with prior art, can carry out integrated setting to host computer and probe, has improved the portability of device greatly.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of soil monitoring technology, specifically to a portable soil monitoring instrument. Background Technology

[0002] Soil monitoring is a crucial component in fields such as environmental monitoring, agricultural production, and geological research. By monitoring various soil parameters, such as moisture, pH, salinity, and nutrient content, key data can be provided for scientific planting, environmental assessment, and land resource management.

[0003] Currently, common portable soil monitoring devices on the market typically consist of two main parts: a ground-based control unit for data processing and result display, and a detection probe inserted into the soil to collect soil signals. The control unit and the detection probe are electrically connected via a data cable, forming a split-type structure.

[0004] While this split design facilitates the insertion of the probe into soil at varying depths to some extent, it reveals significant drawbacks in practical use and portability. Firstly, because the main unit, probe, and connecting cable are separate, users must separately store the main unit, probe, and connecting cable when moving work sites or transporting equipment. This process is cumbersome and prone to resulting in missing parts or tangled / damaged cables. Secondly, the probe is typically exposed without effective storage and protection mechanisms, making it inconvenient to carry and increasing the risk of damage or contamination to the probe tip, thus affecting the accuracy of monitoring data. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to overcome the above-mentioned technical difficulties and provide a portable soil monitoring instrument that can integrate the main unit and the probe, greatly improving the portability of the device.

[0006] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the technical solution provided by this utility model is as follows: a portable soil monitoring instrument, including a monitoring host and a monitoring rod, a data connection line is provided between the monitoring host and the monitoring rod, a connecting seat is fixedly connected to the bottom surface of the monitoring host, a triangular bracket is provided on the bottom surface of the connecting seat, a storage sleeve is fixedly connected to the center of the bottom surface of the connecting seat, a fixed sleeve is slidably connected inside the storage sleeve, the monitoring rod is fixedly connected to the bottom surface of the fixed sleeve, a cable guide tube that cooperates with the data connection line is fixedly connected to the center of the fixed sleeve; the storage sleeve is provided with at least one fixed spike arranged in a circular array, the storage sleeve is provided with a through hole that cooperates with the fixed spike, and the fixed sleeve is provided with an adjustment mechanism for driving the fixed spike to cooperate.

[0007] As an improvement, the adjustment mechanism includes a connecting plate fixedly connected to the end of the fixed spike away from the through hole. An adjustment push plate is fixedly provided inside the fixed sleeve between the connecting plate and the through tube. Connecting arms are hinged between the upper and lower ends of the adjustment push plate and the through tube. An adjustment rod is hinged to the upper end of the adjustment push plate. An adjustment plate is slidably sleeved on the outer wall of the through tube. The upper end of the adjustment rod is hinged to the bottom surface of the adjustment plate. An electric push rod for driving the adjustment plate to slide is fixedly connected inside the fixed sleeve.

[0008] As an improvement, a return spring is fixedly connected between the connecting plate and the inner wall of the fixed sleeve.

[0009] As an improvement, a fixing bolt that mates with the fixing sleeve is threaded onto one side of the receiving sleeve.

[0010] As an improvement, a pressing handle is fixedly connected to one side of the fixed sleeve, and an adjustment hole that cooperates with the pressing handle is provided on the outer wall of the storage sleeve.

[0011] The advantages of this invention compared to existing technologies are as follows: This invention cleverly integrates the monitoring rod into the lower part of the monitoring host by setting a storage sleeve and a fixed sleeve that can slide inside. When carrying, the monitoring rod can be retracted into the storage sleeve, avoiding the inconvenience of carrying and the problems of easy loss or damage of parts caused by the split design. The overall structure is compact and easy to handle and transport.

[0012] During measurement, the fixing spikes can extend radially and penetrate into the surrounding soil to form a reliable anchoring structure. This effectively prevents the monitoring instrument from shaking or tipping over due to external forces such as wind or accidental contact during data collection, ensuring the stability of the monitoring process and thus improving the accuracy of data collection. Attached Figure Description

[0013] Figure 1 This is an exploded view of a portable soil monitoring instrument according to this utility model.

[0014] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a portable soil monitoring instrument according to this utility model.

[0015] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of a portable soil monitoring instrument according to this utility model.

[0016] Figure 4 This is an enlarged view of point A of a portable soil monitoring instrument according to this utility model.

[0017] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the fixed spike structure of a portable soil monitoring instrument according to this utility model.

[0018] Figure 6This is a schematic diagram of the adjustable push plate structure of a portable soil monitoring instrument according to this utility model.

[0019] As shown in the figure: 1. Monitoring host; 2. Monitoring plug; 3. Data connection cable; 4. Connector; 5. Triangular bracket; 6. Storage sleeve; 7. Fixing sleeve; 8. Connecting plate; 9. Fixing spike; 10. Return spring; 11. Adjusting push plate; 12. Connecting arm; 13. Adjusting rod; 14. Adjusting plate; 15. Electric push rod; 16. Fixing bolt; 17. Press handle; 18. Cable guide tube. 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 of the present utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present utility model without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0021] like Figures 1 to 6 As shown, a portable soil monitoring instrument includes a monitoring host 1 and a monitoring rod 2. A data connection cable 3 is provided between the monitoring host and the monitoring rod. A connecting seat 4 is fixedly connected to the bottom surface of the monitoring host 1. A triangular bracket 5 is provided on the bottom surface of the connecting seat 4. A storage sleeve 6 is fixedly connected to the center of the bottom surface of the connecting seat 4. A fixing sleeve 7 is slidably connected inside the storage sleeve 6. A fixing bolt 16 that mates with the fixing sleeve 7 is threadedly connected to one side of the storage sleeve 6. A pressing handle 17 is fixedly connected to one side of the fixing sleeve 7. An adjustment hole that mates with the pressing handle 17 is provided on the outer wall of the storage sleeve 6. The monitoring rod 2 is fixedly connected to the bottom surface of the fixing sleeve 7. A cable guide tube 18 that mates with the data connection cable 3 is fixedly connected to the center of the fixing sleeve 7.

[0022] The storage sleeve 6 is provided with at least one fixed spike 9 arranged in a circular array. The storage sleeve 6 is provided with a through hole that cooperates with the fixed spike 9. The fixed sleeve 7 is provided with an adjustment mechanism that drives the fixed spike 9 to cooperate. The adjustment mechanism includes a connecting plate 8 fixedly connected to the end of the fixed spike 9 away from the through hole. A return spring 10 is fixedly connected between the connecting plate 8 and the inner wall of the fixed sleeve 7. An adjustment push plate 11 is fixedly provided in the fixed sleeve 7 between the connecting plate 8 and the cable tube 18. The upper and lower ends of the adjustment push plate 11 are hinged to the cable tube 18. An adjustment rod 13 is hinged to the upper end of the adjustment push plate 11. An adjustment plate 14 is slidably sleeved on the outer wall of the cable tube 18. The upper end of the adjustment rod 13 is hinged to the bottom surface of the adjustment plate 14. An electric push rod 15 that drives the adjustment plate 14 to slide is fixedly connected in the fixed sleeve 7.

[0023] In practical use, when carried, the monitor is in storage mode. The fixing sleeve 7 is fully or partially retracted within the storage sleeve 6, and the monitoring rod 2 is stored inside the storage sleeve 6 or close to its lower end, receiving good protection. Under the pulling force of the return spring 10, the fixing spike 9 is completely retracted into the storage sleeve 6, preventing it from being exposed and scratched. Users can easily carry the entire device by holding the monitoring host 1 or the connecting base 4.

[0024] Upon arrival at the monitoring point, place the entire monitoring instrument on the surface of the soil to be tested and initially stabilize it using the tripod 5. Then, loosen the fixing bolt 16 and push the fixing sleeve 7 downwards by pressing the handle 17, allowing it to slide down along the receiving sleeve 6, thereby inserting the monitoring rod 2, which is fixedly connected to the bottom of the fixing sleeve 7, into the soil to the required depth. After insertion, tighten the fixing bolt 16 to lock the relative position of the fixing sleeve 7 and the receiving sleeve 6, preventing them from sliding during measurement.

[0025] After the monitoring rod 2 is in place, the electric push rod 15 is activated. The push rod of the electric push rod 15 extends downward, pushing the adjusting plate 14 to slide downward along the outer wall of the conduit 18. As the adjusting plate 14 moves downward, it drives the lower end of the adjusting rod 13, which is hinged to it, to move downward. Since the upper middle part of the adjusting rod 13 is hinged to the adjusting push plate 11, the adjusting rod 13 will rotate accordingly, pushing the adjusting push plate 11 to move away from the center of the conduit 18. The adjusting push plate 11 transmits the thrust to the connecting plate 8 through the connecting arm 12. The connecting plate 8 overcomes the elastic force of the return spring 10, causing multiple fixing spikes 9 to extend radially outward along the through hole on the receiving sleeve 6 and deeply penetrate into the surrounding soil, like an "anchor" to firmly fix the entire monitoring instrument in the measurement position. This fixing process greatly enhances the stability of the equipment during data acquisition. Data is collected through the monitoring rod 2 and transmitted to the monitoring host 1 for processing and display via the data connection line 3.

[0026] After measurement, the electric push rod 15 retracts, causing the adjusting plate 14 to move upward. Under the restoring force of the return spring 10, the connecting plate 8 is pulled back, causing the fixing spike 9 to exit from the soil and retract into the storage sleeve 6. Then, loosen the fixing bolt 16, pull up and press the handle 17 to retract the fixing sleeve 7 along with the monitoring rod 2 into the storage sleeve 6, and finally tighten the fixing bolt 16 to lock it in place. After cleaning the soil off the monitoring rod 2, it can be safely carried and transferred to the next monitoring point.

[0027] All standard parts used in this utility model can be purchased from the market, and irregular parts can be customized according to the description and drawings. The specific connection methods of each part adopt conventional methods such as bolts, rivets, and welding that are mature in the prior art. The machinery, parts and equipment adopt conventional models in the prior art, and the circuit connection adopts conventional connection methods in the prior art, which will not be described in detail here.

[0028] It should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus.

[0029] Although embodiments of the present invention 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 the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

[0030] The present invention and its embodiments have been described above. This description is not restrictive, and the accompanying drawings are only one embodiment of the present invention; the actual structure is not limited thereto. In conclusion, if those skilled in the art are inspired by this description and design similar structures and embodiments without departing from the inventive spirit of the present invention, such designs should fall within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A portable soil monitoring instrument, comprising a monitoring host (1) and a monitoring probe (2), wherein a data connection cable (3) is provided between the monitoring host (1) and the monitoring probe (2), characterized in that: The monitoring host (1) is fixedly connected to a connecting seat (4) on its bottom surface. The connecting seat (4) is provided with a triangular bracket (5) on its bottom surface. A storage sleeve (6) is fixedly connected to the center of the bottom surface of the connecting seat (4). A fixed sleeve (7) is slidably connected inside the storage sleeve (6). The monitoring rod (2) is fixedly connected to the bottom surface of the fixed sleeve (7). A cable guide tube (18) that cooperates with the data connection line (3) is fixedly connected to the center of the fixed sleeve (7). The storage sleeve (6) is provided with at least one fixed spike (9) arranged in a circular array. The storage sleeve (6) is provided with a through hole that cooperates with the fixed spike (9). The fixed sleeve (7) is provided with an adjustment mechanism that drives the fixed spike (9) to cooperate.

2. The portable soil monitoring instrument according to claim 1, characterized in that: The adjustment mechanism includes a connecting plate (8) fixedly connected to the end of the fixed spike (9) away from the through hole. An adjustment push plate (11) is fixedly provided in the fixed sleeve (7) between the connecting plate (8) and the through tube (18). The upper and lower ends of the adjustment push plate (11) are hinged to the through tube (18). An adjustment rod (13) is hinged to the upper end of the adjustment push plate (11). An adjustment plate (14) is slidably sleeved on the outer wall of the through tube (18). The upper end of the adjustment rod (13) is hinged to the bottom surface of the adjustment plate (14). An electric push rod (15) for driving the adjustment plate (14) to slide is fixedly connected in the fixed sleeve (7).

3. A portable soil monitoring instrument according to claim 2, characterized in that: A return spring (10) is fixedly connected between the connecting plate (8) and the inner wall of the fixed sleeve (7).

4. A portable soil monitoring instrument according to claim 1, characterized in that: The receiving sleeve (6) has a threaded connection on one side with a fixing bolt (16) that mates with the fixing sleeve (7).

5. A portable soil monitoring instrument according to claim 1, characterized in that: A pressing handle (17) is fixedly connected to one side of the fixed sleeve (7), and the outer wall of the storage sleeve (6) is provided with an adjustment hole that cooperates with the pressing handle (17).

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