A miniaturized germinator

Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of micro germination jar, belong to green storage feed processing technical field.The utility model includes vertical support frame, germination jar body, grain suction pipe, feed inlet, spraying assembly and aeration mechanism;Germination jar body is fixedly connected in vertical support frame inside;Grain suction pipe is fixedly connected on vertical support frame upper portion, external connection pasture seed tank;Feed inlet is fixedly connected on germination jar body upper portion, and grain suction pipe drop is received;Spraying assembly is connected in the inner wall of germination jar body by its connecting rod, and it is sprayed to pasture seed in jar body by its spray head;Aeration mechanism is connected in the vertical support frame outside germination jar body, and aeration is carried out to pasture seed in germination jar body inside.After feed inlet receives grain suction pipe drop and enters germination jar body, spraying assembly and aeration mechanism are synergistically in germination jar body, and pasture seed soaking and germination are fully sprayed, aerated and supplemented and air-blowing cooling, without stirring or shaking, reach pasture germination growth process, always maintain its integrity effect.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of silage processing technology, and more specifically to a miniature germination tank. Background Technology

[0002] Seed germination promotion refers to measures that induce bud growth, dormant bud development, and seed germination, or promote these processes earlier. In agricultural planting, seed germination promotion is necessary to improve survival rates. Seed soaking is a process in agricultural planting, referring to the soaking of slow-germinating seeds before sowing. The purpose of soaking is to allow the seeds to absorb water more quickly, reaching a moisture content suitable for normal germination. Dry seeds typically have a moisture content below 15%, exhibiting very weak physiological activity and remaining dormant. After absorbing water, the seed coat swells and softens, and dissolved oxygen enters the cells along with the water. Enzymes in the seed also begin to activate. Due to the action of enzymes, embryo respiration increases, and insoluble substances stored in the endosperm gradually transform into soluble substances, which are transported to the embryo along with the water. The embryo obtains water, energy, and nutrients, and under suitable temperature and oxygen conditions, cells begin to divide and elongate, thus enabling seed germination.

[0003] In existing seed soaking and germination equipment, seeds tend to pile up, leading to excessively high temperatures in the center and potential damage such as burning or rotting. To address this, stirring or shaking is typically used to prevent localized overheating. For example, patents CN110291867A, CN220307756U, and CN216795671U employ a vertical germination tank with a stirring shaft to agitate the seeds and prevent accumulation. Another example is patent CN102257898A, which discloses a rotating plant fruit soaking and germination device. This application uses frequent rotation of the germination container to lift the material to be germinated to a certain height and then allow it to fall freely, causing frequent changes in the relative positions of the materials and forcing uniform mixing, stirring, and turning. However, these changes in relative positions, such as during free fall, can easily disrupt the integrity of the seed germination process, especially for fragile forage grasses.

[0004] Moreover, after germination in the container, the aforementioned application requires a screw conveyor to transport the material to the trough opening, which can easily damage the material during the discharge process. At the same time, a certain amount of material can easily remain inside the screw conveyor, which not only wastes the material but also requires cleaning the screw conveyor, thus increasing the workload. Utility Model Content

[0005] 1. Technical problem to be solved by the utility model

[0006] To address the problem of maintaining the integrity of forage during the existing forage germination process, this invention provides a miniature germination tank. Through the synergistic action of a spray component and an aeration mechanism within the germination tank, the forage is thoroughly sprayed, aerated, and cooled by blowing air, without the need for stirring or shaking, thus achieving the goal of maintaining the integrity of the forage during the germination and growth process.

[0007] 2. Technical Solution

[0008] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution provided by this utility model is as follows:

[0009] A miniature germination tank includes a vertical support frame, a germination tank body, a grain suction pipe, a feeding hopper, a spraying assembly, and an aeration mechanism. The vertical support frame is a frame structure supported by four columns. The germination tank body is fixedly connected to the inside of the vertical support frame. The grain suction pipe is fixedly connected to the upper part of the vertical support frame and connected to a forage seed tank. The feeding hopper is fixedly connected to the upper part of the germination tank body and receives the grain from the suction pipe. The spraying assembly is connected to the inner wall of the germination tank body via its connecting rod and sprays the forage seeds inside the tank through its spray nozzles. The aeration mechanism is connected to the external vertical support frame of the germination tank body and aerates the forage seeds inside the germination tank body. In practical use, after the grain from the suction pipe enters the germination tank body through the feeding hopper, the spraying assembly and the aeration mechanism work together inside the germination tank body to fully spray, aerate, and cool the forage seeds during soaking and germination without stirring or shaking, thus maintaining the integrity of the forage seeds throughout the germination and growth process.

[0010] A further miniature germination tank has its bottom body fixedly connected to a spreading unit via a discharge hopper. The spreading unit includes a receiving hopper and a spreading conveyor belt: the receiving hopper is fixedly connected to a vertical support frame, and its upper receiving port is fixedly connected to the discharge hopper at the bottom of the germination tank; the spreading conveyor belt is fixedly connected to the vertical support frame, with the spreading port below the receiving hopper facing the working surface of the spreading conveyor belt, and the discharge side of the spreading conveyor belt facing the seedling tray on the working surface of the conveyor line.

[0011] The further miniature germination tank has guide plates on both sides of the discharge end of the material spreading conveyor belt, which are used to guide and limit the seeds during the material spreading process; the discharge end of the material spreading conveyor belt is equipped with a scraper, and the scraper has an inclined scraping surface, which is used to clean the seeds adhering to the conveyor line in a timely manner.

[0012] Further miniature germination tanks also include an overflow pipe, which is fixedly connected to the outside of the germination tank body. Its upper water outlet is connected to the upper part of the germination tank body to overflow and drain water to the outside of the tank body.

[0013] A further miniature germination tank includes a spray assembly comprising a main spray pipe, a spray ring pipe, a connecting rod, and spray heads. The main spray pipe is connected to the spray ring pipe and is connected to an external high-pressure water source, typically a water pump. The spray ring pipe is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the germination tank via the connecting rod. The spray heads are connected to the wall of the spray ring pipe and are evenly distributed along the ring pipe, spraying the forage seeds into the tank through the spray heads.

[0014] A further miniature germination tank includes an aeration mechanism comprising a main pipe, branch pipes, aeration pipes, and aeration heads. The main pipe is fixedly connected to a vertical support frame and externally connected to a high-pressure air source, such as an aeration blower, air compressor, or high-pressure air tank. The branch pipes are connected to and communicate with the main pipe. The aeration pipes are connected to and communicate with the branch pipes at the lower part of the germination tank body, with their free ends inserted laterally into the germination tank body. The aeration heads are fixedly connected to the free ends of the aeration pipes. The main pipe, branch pipes, and aeration pipes are arranged in a multiple relationship, with each aeration head corresponding to a specific aeration pipe. The aeration heads support a certain aeration space within the germination tank body, providing aeration and cooling to the surrounding germinating forage seeds. The entire tank does not require stirring or shaking, thus achieving the technical effect of maintaining the integrity of the forage seeds during the germination process.

[0015] Further miniature germination tanks have multiple aeration pipes that are symmetrically or evenly distributed to achieve uniform aeration and cooling.

[0016] The further miniature germination tank includes an aeration head comprising an annular frame and a grid plate fixedly connected to the annular frame. Both the annular frame and the grid plate have trapezoidal cross-sections. The trapezoidal structure of the annular frame can gradually expand the support space and increase its aeration surface. The grid plate is uniformly arranged laterally. The trapezoidal structure of the grid plate can evenly distribute the aeration to ensure the stability and consistency of germination quality.

[0017] In a further miniature germination tank, a weighing sensor is fixedly connected between the feed hopper and the vertical support frame for weighing and quantitative feeding; the germination tank body has an observation window to observe the internal state; a climbing ladder is fixedly connected to the vertical support frame on the outside of the germination tank body, and a support block is fixedly connected to the bottom of the vertical support frame.

[0018] Further miniature germination tanks also include an exhaust assembly connected to and communicating with the germination tank body at the bottom, which promptly discharges carbon dioxide during the germination process, preventing the formation of a high-pressure environment inside the germination tank body and affecting aeration.

[0019] A further miniature germination tank includes an exhaust assembly comprising an exhaust pipe, an exhaust fan, and a control valve. The bottom of the vertical exhaust pipe is connected to and communicates with the lower part of the germination tank body, and the upper part is connected to and communicates with the exhaust fan. Carbon dioxide, compared to other gases, has a higher density and tends to concentrate in the lower part of the germination tank body. The bottom end of the exhaust pipe is connected to and communicates with the lower part of the germination tank body to facilitate the discharge of carbon dioxide. The control valve is connected to the exhaust pipe.

[0020] 3. Beneficial effects

[0021] Compared with the prior art, the technical solution provided by this utility model has the following advantages:

[0022] This utility model's miniature germination tank achieves the technical effect of germinating forage seeds within the tank and keeping them intact during the process of discharging from the tank to the conveyor line without stirring or shaking the tank body. Attached Figure Description

[0023] Figure 1 This is an isometric schematic diagram of a miniature germination tank according to a specific embodiment;

[0024] Figure 2 This is an isometric view of a miniature germination tank from another angle, according to a specific embodiment.

[0025] Figure 3 This is a top view schematic diagram of the aeration mechanism of the germination tank (after the top cover is removed) in a specific embodiment;

[0026] Figure 4 This is a side view of a germination tank according to a specific embodiment;

[0027] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the spray assembly structure in a specific embodiment;

[0028] Figure 6 This is an isometric schematic diagram of the aeration head in a specific embodiment;

[0029] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the specific application of a miniature germination tank in a particular embodiment.

[0030] Figure 8 This is an isometric schematic diagram of a tiled unit in a specific embodiment.

[0031] Attached diagram descriptions: 1. Germination tank body; 2. Main pipe; 3. Branch pipe one; 4. Branch pipe two;

[0032] 5. Aeration pipe; 51. Aeration head; 510. Circular frame; 511. Grating plate;

[0033] 6. Exhaust assembly; 61. Exhaust pipe; 62. Exhaust fan; 63. Control valve;

[0034] 7. Conveyor line; 8. Weighing sensor; 9. Observation window; 10. Aeration mechanism; 11. Climbing ladder; 12. Support block;

[0035] 90. Vertical support frame; 91. Flat laying unit; 93. Grain suction pipe; 94. Feed hopper; 95. Spray assembly; 98. Overflow pipe; 99. Discharge hopper; 911. Material receiving port; 912. Material receiving hopper; 913. Material spreading conveyor belt; 914. Adjusting plate; 915. Guide plate; 916. Scraper; 951. Spray ring pipe; 952. Connecting rod; 953. Spray head; 954. Main spray pipe. Detailed Implementation

[0036] To further understand the contents of this utility model, a detailed description of the utility model is provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

[0037] Example 1

[0038] The miniature germination tank in this embodiment, such as Figure 1 , 2 As shown in Figure 5, the device includes a germination tank body 1, a vertical support frame 90, a grain suction pipe 93, a feeding hopper 94, a spray assembly 95, and an aeration mechanism 10. The vertical support frame 90 is a frame structure supported by four columns, with a length, width, and height of 1220mm, 1220mm, and 3460mm, respectively. The germination tank body 1 is fixedly connected to the inside of the vertical support frame 90. The grain suction pipe 93 is fixedly connected to the upper part of the vertical support frame 90 and connected to the forage seed tank. The feeding hopper 94 is fixedly connected to the upper part of the germination tank body 1 and receives the material falling from the grain suction pipe 93. The spray assembly 95 is connected to the inner wall of the germination tank body 1 through its connecting rod 952 and sprays the forage seeds inside the tank through its spray head 953. The aeration mechanism 10 is connected to the external vertical support frame 90 of the germination tank body 1 and aerates the forage seeds inside the germination tank body 1.

[0039] like Figure 5 As shown, the spray assembly 95 includes a spray main pipe 954, a spray ring pipe 951, a connecting rod 952, and spray heads 953. The spray main pipe 954 is connected to the spray ring pipe 951 and is connected to an external high-pressure water source, usually a water pump. The spray ring pipe 951 is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the germination tank body 1 through the connecting rod 952. The spray heads 953 are connected to the pipe wall of the spray ring pipe 951. The spray heads 953 are evenly distributed along the ring pipe and spray the forage seeds into the tank through the spray heads 953.

[0040] like Figure 3 , 4As shown in Figure 7, the aeration mechanism 10 includes a main pipe 2, branch pipes, aeration pipes 5, and aeration heads 51. The main pipe 2 is fixedly connected to the vertical support frame 90 and is connected to a high-pressure air source, such as an aeration fan, air compressor, or high-pressure air tank, via a flexible metal hose. The branch pipes are connected to and communicate with the main pipe 2. The aeration pipe 5 is connected to and communicates with the branch pipe at the lower part of the germination tank body 1, and its free end is inserted horizontally into the germination tank body 1. The aeration heads 51 are fixedly connected to the free end of the aeration pipe 5. The main pipe 2, branch pipes, and aeration pipes 5 are arranged in a multiple ratio, such as 1:2:4. The main pipe 2, branch pipes, and aeration pipes 5 can be connected and communicated through a three-way or multi-way pipe connection. When the main pipe 2 distributes air to the two branch pipes, the two branch pipes are respectively branch pipe 3 and branch pipe 4. The aeration heads 51 and aeration pipes 5 correspond one-to-one. The aeration heads 51 support a certain aeration space inside the germination tank body 1, and provide aeration and cooling to the surrounding germinating forage seeds.

[0041] In this embodiment of the miniature germination tank, after the feed hopper 94 receives the feed from the grain suction pipe 93 and enters the germination tank body 1, the spray assembly 95 and the aeration mechanism 10 work together in the germination tank body 1 to fully spray, replenish air and cool the forage seeds during soaking and germination without stirring or shaking, thus maintaining the integrity of the forage throughout the germination and growth process.

[0042] Example 2

[0043] The miniature germination tank in this embodiment has the same basic structure as in embodiment 1, but the differences or improvements are as follows:

[0044] like Figure 1 , 2 As shown in Figures 7 and 8, the bottom of the germination tank body 1 is fixedly connected to the spreading unit 91 via a discharge hopper 99. The spreading unit 91 includes a receiving hopper 912 and a spreading conveyor belt 913. The receiving hopper 912 is fixedly connected to the vertical support frame 90, and its upper receiving port 911 is fixedly connected to the discharge hopper 99 at the bottom of the germination tank body 1. The spreading conveyor belt 913 is fixedly connected to the vertical support frame 90, with the spreading port below the receiving hopper 912 facing the working surface of the spreading conveyor belt 913. The discharge side of the spreading conveyor belt 913 faces the seedling trays on the working surface of the conveyor line 7. Guide plates 915 are provided on both sides of the discharge end of the spreading conveyor belt 913 to guide and limit the seeds during the spreading process. A scraper 916 is provided at the discharge end of the spreading conveyor belt 913, and the scraper 916 has an inclined scraping surface to clean the germinated seeds adhering to the conveyor line 7 in a timely manner.

[0045] The germination tank body 1 is placed vertically, allowing the material to be naturally fed by gravity. Seeds fall from the discharge port of its discharge hopper 99 and accumulate on the spreading conveyor belt 913. After germination, the seeds are first quantitatively discharged through the spreading port and then spread evenly on the seedling trays on the carrier plate. During the spreading process, the spreading conveyor belt 913 and the conveyor line 7 work together, utilizing the difference in gravity and conveying speed of the material to achieve automated spreading in the seedling trays. During the spreading process, the conveyor line 7 continues to run until the seedling trays are transported to the discharge side of the conveyor line 7.

[0046] The miniature germination tank of this embodiment also includes an overflow pipe 98, which is fixedly connected to the outside of the germination tank body 1. Its upper water outlet is connected to the upper part of the germination tank body 1 to overflow and drain water to the outside of the tank.

[0047] The aeration pipes 5 are multiple in number, either symmetrically or evenly distributed, to achieve uniform air filling and cooling.

[0048] like Figure 3 , 6 As shown, the aeration head 51 includes an annular frame 510 and a grid plate 511 fixedly connected to the annular frame 510. The cross-sections of both the annular frame 510 and the grid plate 511 are trapezoidal. The trapezoidal structure of the annular frame 510 can gradually expand the support space and increase its aeration surface. The grid plate 511 is uniformly arranged laterally. The trapezoidal structure of the grid plate 511 can evenly distribute the aeration to ensure the stability and consistency of the germination quality.

[0049] Example 3

[0050] The miniature germination tank in this embodiment has the same basic structure as in embodiment 2, with the following differences or improvements: Figure 1 , 2 As shown in Figure 4, the system also includes an exhaust assembly 6, which comprises an exhaust pipe 61, an exhaust fan 62, and a control valve 63. The bottom of the vertical exhaust pipe 61 is connected to and communicates with the lower part of the germination tank body 1, and the upper part is connected to and communicates with the exhaust fan 62. Carbon dioxide, compared to other gases, has a higher density and tends to concentrate at the bottom of the germination tank body 1. The bottom end of the exhaust pipe 61 is connected to and communicates with the lower part of the germination tank body 1 to facilitate the discharge of carbon dioxide. The control valve 63 is connected to the exhaust pipe 61. The control valve 63 can be a pneumatic butterfly valve for automated control. The exhaust assembly 6 can promptly discharge carbon dioxide during the germination process, preventing a high-pressure environment inside the germination tank body 1 that could affect the aeration effect.

[0051] like Figure 8As shown, the paving unit 91 also includes an adjusting plate 914 fixedly connected to the bottom receiving port 911 of the receiving hopper 912, which covers the receiving port 911. Simultaneously, several oblong holes are formed on the adjusting plate 914, and corresponding fastening holes are provided at the receiving hopper 912; connecting bolts pass through the corresponding oblong holes and fastening holes in sequence to achieve an adjustable connection between the adjusting plate 914 and the receiving hopper 912. In this embodiment, by providing the adjusting plate 914 at the receiving port 911, the height of the discharge channel can be flexibly adjusted to meet the uniform paving requirements of seeds of different thicknesses.

[0052] like Figure 1 As shown, four symmetrical weighing sensors 8 are fixedly connected between the four corners of the feed hopper 94 and the connection surface of the vertical support frame 90 for weighing and quantitative feeding. There is a discharge gate valve below the feed hopper 94. The body of the germination tank 1 has two symmetrical viewing windows through the tank body, which are sealed by sight glasses to observe the internal state. A climbing ladder 11 is fixedly connected to the vertical support frame on the outside of the germination tank 1 for climbing and cleaning. Support blocks 12 are fixedly connected to the bottom of the four columns of the vertical support frame 90. The support blocks 12 are provided with expansion bolt through holes for fixing to the ground and lifting bolt holes for adjusting the height and level of the vertical support frame 90.

[0053] The miniature germination tank of this embodiment can realize the entire automated process of spraying, aeration, venting, and discharge and discharge thickness adjustment of forage seeds. The germination tank body does not need to be stirred or shaken, and it can also achieve the technical effect of keeping the forage seeds intact during the germination process in the tank and during the discharge process from the tank to the conveyor line.

[0054] The present invention and its embodiments have been described above illustratively. This description is not restrictive, and the figures shown are only one embodiment of the present invention. The actual structure and manufacturing steps are not limited to these. Therefore, 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 miniature germination jar, comprising a vertical support frame: characterized in that, Also includes: The germination tank body is fixedly connected inside the vertical support frame; The grain suction pipe is fixedly connected to the upper part of the vertical support frame and externally connected to the forage seed container; The feed hopper is connected to the upper part of the germination tank body and receives the feed from the grain suction pipe; The spraying assembly is connected to the inner wall of the germination tank via its connecting rod, and sprays the forage seeds into the tank through its spray head. The aeration mechanism is connected to the external vertical support frame of the germination tank body to aerate the forage seeds inside the germination tank body.

2. The miniature germination jar according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom of the germination tank body is fixedly connected to the leveling unit via a discharge hopper. The leveling unit includes: The receiving hopper is fixedly connected to the vertical support frame, and its upper receiving port is fixedly connected to the discharge hopper. The material spreading conveyor belt is fixedly connected to the vertical support frame. The material spreading port below the receiving hopper is directly opposite the working surface of the material spreading conveyor belt, and the material discharging side of the material spreading conveyor belt is directly opposite the seedling tray on the working surface of the conveyor line.

3. The miniature germination jar according to claim 2, characterized in that, The material conveyor belt is equipped with guide plates on both sides of the discharge end; the material conveyor belt is equipped with a scraper at the discharge end.

4. The miniature germination jar according to any one of claims 1-3, characterized in that, It also includes an overflow pipe, which is fixedly connected to the outside of the germination tank body, and its upper water outlet is connected to the upper part of the germination tank body.

5. The miniature germination jar according to any one of claims 1-3, characterized in that, The spraying assembly includes a main spray pipe, a spray ring pipe, a connecting rod, and spray heads; the main spray pipe is connected to the spray ring pipe and is connected to an external high-pressure water source; the spray ring pipe is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the germination tank through the connecting rod, and the spray heads are connected to the pipe wall of the spray ring pipe. The spray heads are evenly distributed along the ring pipe and spray the forage seeds into the tank through the spray heads.

6. The miniature germination jar according to any one of claims 1-3, characterized in that, The aeration mechanism includes: The main pipe is fixedly connected to the vertical support frame and connected to an external high-pressure air source. A branch pipe, which connects to and is linked to the main pipe; The aeration pipe is connected to the branch pipe at the bottom of the germination tank body and its free end is inserted horizontally into the germination tank body. The aeration head is fixedly connected to the free end of the aeration pipe.

7. The miniature germination jar according to claim 6, characterized in that: The aeration pipes are multiple in number and are symmetrically or evenly distributed.

8. The miniature germination tank according to claim 7, characterized in that: The aeration head includes an annular frame and a grid plate fixedly connected to the annular frame. Both the annular frame and the grid plate have trapezoidal cross-sections.

9. The miniature germination jar according to claim 7, characterized in that: A weighing sensor is fixedly connected between the feeding hopper and the vertical support frame; an observation window is provided on the germination tank body; a climbing ladder is fixedly connected to the vertical support frame on the outside of the germination tank body, and a support block is fixedly connected to the bottom of the vertical support frame.

10. The miniature germination jar according to claim 9, characterized in that: It also includes an exhaust assembly; the exhaust assembly includes an exhaust pipe, an exhaust fan and a control valve; the bottom of the vertical exhaust pipe is connected to and communicates with the germination tank body, and the top is connected to and communicates with the exhaust fan; the control valve is connected to the exhaust pipe.

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