Disinfecting structure and artificial insemination gun

Abstract

The application relates to the poultry breeding technical field and discloses a disinfection structure and an artificial insemination gun. Ultraviolet light is emitted by an ultraviolet light source to irradiate the periphery of an insemination needle, so that the surface of the insemination needle is disinfected after each insemination, the insemination needle is prevented from being polluted, cross infection is avoided, and the health of poultry during continuous insemination operation is helped to be ensured.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of poultry farming technology, and in particular to a disinfection structure and an artificial insemination gun. Background Technology

[0002] In artificial insemination of poultry, the insemination head, which delivers semen, comes into direct contact with the insemination site on the poultry and transfers the semen. The cleanliness of the insemination head directly affects the success rate of insemination and the health of the poultry. After each artificial insemination procedure, farms primarily rely on manual cleaning of the insemination head, which is not only time-consuming and labor-intensive but also difficult to guarantee effective cleaning. Because of residual semen, secretions, and other impurities, the insemination head is highly susceptible to bacterial growth, becoming a potential source of contamination. In large-scale farming, where artificial insemination is frequent, contaminated insemination heads pose a significant risk of cross-infection. Utility Model Content

[0003] This application aims to address at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. Therefore, the main objective of this application is to propose a disinfection structure and an artificial insemination gun, aiming to solve the technical problem that cross-infection can easily occur during continuous insemination when the insemination head is contaminated by the insemination site.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this application proposes a disinfection structure for use with an insemination needle, the insemination needle having an insemination end for insertion into the insemination site of poultry, the disinfection structure comprising:

[0005] The mounting base is provided with a sterilization chamber; the insemination needle is movably mounted on the mounting base, and the insemination needle has a first state in which the insemination end is housed in the sterilization chamber and a second state in which the insemination end protrudes from the sterilization chamber.

[0006] An ultraviolet light source is installed on the mounting base to emit ultraviolet light into the sterilization chamber to irradiate the outer periphery of the insemination needle in the first state.

[0007] Optionally, the ultraviolet light emitted by the ultraviolet light source completely covers the outer surface of the insemination end.

[0008] Optionally, the ultraviolet light source is embedded in the inner wall of the disinfection chamber; or,

[0009] The ultraviolet light source is located in the disinfection chamber.

[0010] Optionally, the disinfection chamber is provided with a reflective inner wall; the reflective inner wall is used to reflect the ultraviolet light emitted by the ultraviolet light source to the outer periphery of the insemination end.

[0011] Optionally, the reflective inner wall is covered with a light-reflecting layer; or,

[0012] The reflective inner wall is configured as one of the following:

[0013] Mercury reflective wall surface, mirror stainless steel wall surface, mirror anodized aluminum wall surface.

[0014] Optionally, the mounting base includes:

[0015] A light-transmitting tube is provided, and the disinfection chamber is located within the light-transmitting tube. The ultraviolet light source is located on the outer periphery of the light-transmitting tube. The ultraviolet light emitted by the ultraviolet light source passes through the light-transmitting tube and irradiates the outer periphery of the insemination needle in the first state.

[0016] Optionally, the mounting base includes:

[0017] A reflective element is provided, which covers the outer periphery of the light-transmitting tube, and the side of the reflective element facing the light-transmitting tube is configured as a reflective wall; the ultraviolet light source is located between the reflective element and the light-transmitting tube.

[0018] Optionally, the reflective wall is covered with a light-reflecting layer; or,

[0019] The reflective wall is configured as one of the following:

[0020] Mercury-finish wall surfaces, mirror-finish stainless steel wall surfaces, and mirror-finish anodized aluminum wall surfaces.

[0021] Optionally, the reflective element is configured as a reflective foil; the reflective foil is wrapped around the outer periphery of the light-transmitting tube, and the ultraviolet light source is sandwiched between the reflective foil and the light-transmitting tube.

[0022] Optionally, the reflective element is configured as a reflective tube; the reflective tube is sleeved on the outer periphery of the light-transmitting tube; at least a portion of the reflective wall in the reflective tube is arc-shaped.

[0023] To achieve the above objectives, this application proposes an artificial insemination gun for use in inseminating poultry, the artificial insemination gun comprising an insemination needle and a sterilization structure as described above.

[0024] Optionally, the artificial insemination gun further includes:

[0025] A probe is mounted on the mounting base; the probe protrudes from the mounting base and the insemination end protrudes from the disinfection chamber on the same side of the mounting base; the probe is used to indicate the insemination site of the poultry.

[0026] Optionally, the probe is configured as a light-transmitting probe; the ultraviolet light emitted by the ultraviolet light source is transmitted from inside the light-transmitting probe to the outside of the light-transmitting probe.

[0027] Optionally, one end of the light-transmitting probe is optically connected to the disinfection chamber.

[0028] Optionally, the artificial insemination gun further includes:

[0029] A sensor is mounted on the light-transmitting probe; the sensor is configured to trigger the insemination needle, which is in the first state, to switch to the second state when the light-transmitting probe is aligned with the insemination site of the bird.

[0030] Optionally, the artificial insemination gun further includes:

[0031] An air blowing device, wherein the air blowing device is provided with an air pipe; the air pipe is connected to the disinfection chamber and is used to deliver a gaseous cleaning medium to the disinfection chamber; and / or,

[0032] A liquid supply device is connected to or connected to the disinfection chamber via the air pipe, for delivering liquid cleaning medium to the disinfection chamber.

[0033] Optionally, the liquid cleaning medium is configured as one of the following:

[0034] Water at ambient temperature, water at 40℃-100℃, and disinfectant.

[0035] This application provides a disinfection structure and an artificial insemination gun, which uses an ultraviolet light source to emit ultraviolet light to irradiate the outer periphery of the insemination needle, so as to disinfect the surface of the insemination needle after each insemination, avoid contamination of the insemination needle, avoid cross-infection, and thus help to protect the health of poultry during continuous insemination operations. Attached Figure Description

[0036] 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 or the prior art 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 the structures shown in these drawings without creative effort.

[0037] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of an artificial insemination gun in one embodiment of this application;

[0038] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional exploded view of an artificial insemination gun in one embodiment of this application;

[0039] Figure 3 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the cross-section of an artificial insemination gun in one embodiment of this application;

[0040] Figure 4 for Figure 2 Enlarged diagram of section A in the middle;

[0041] Figure 5 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the cross-section of an artificial insemination gun in one embodiment of this application.

[0042] Explanation of icon numbers:

[0043] 10. Disinfection structure;

[0044] 11. Mounting base; 111. Disinfection chamber; 112. Light-transmitting tube; 113. Reflector; 1131. Reflective wall; 114. Reflective tube; 115. Reflective chamber;

[0045] 12. Ultraviolet light source;

[0046] 20. Artificial insemination gun;

[0047] 21. Insemination needle; 211. Insemination end;

[0048] 22. Transmitting probe;

[0049] 23. Air blowing component. Detailed Implementation

[0050] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this application clearer, the following detailed description is provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative and not intended to limit the scope of this application.

[0051] This application addresses the technical problem of cross-infection caused by contamination of the insemination head with the insemination site during continuous insemination. It provides a disinfection structure and an artificial insemination gun, which uses an ultraviolet light source to emit ultraviolet light to irradiate the outer periphery of the insemination needle, thereby disinfecting the surface of the insemination needle after each insemination, avoiding contamination of the insemination needle, preventing cross-infection, and thus helping to protect the health of poultry during continuous insemination operations; see the following embodiments for details.

[0052] Please refer to the following: Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 The first embodiment of this application provides an artificial insemination gun 20 for inseminating poultry. The artificial insemination gun 20 is provided with an insemination needle 21, which has an insemination end 211 for inserting into the insemination site of the poultry to inject semen. The artificial insemination gun 20 is also provided with a disinfection structure 10 for disinfecting the insemination needle 21. The disinfection structure 10 has a disinfection cavity 111 to receive the insemination end 211 of the insemination needle 21. An ultraviolet light source 12 is used to emit ultraviolet light to the disinfection cavity 111 to irradiate the outer periphery of the insemination needle 21, so as to disinfect the surface of the insemination needle 21 after each insemination, remove microorganisms on the surface of the insemination end 211, avoid contamination of the insemination needle 21, avoid cross-infection, and thus help to protect the health of poultry during continuous insemination operations.

[0053] The disinfection structure 10 can be detachably installed on the outside of the insemination needle 21, so that the operator can choose to install or remove it according to actual needs, and it is also convenient for maintenance and replacement.

[0054] The disinfection structure 10 includes a mounting base 11 and an ultraviolet light source 12. The mounting base 11 serves as a support component and has a disinfection cavity 111 inside for accommodating the insemination end 211. The insemination needle 21 is movably mounted on the mounting base 11 and can move relative to it. The insemination needle 21 has a first state where the insemination end 211 is housed within the disinfection cavity 111 and a second state where the insemination end 211 protrudes from the disinfection cavity 111. The insemination needle 21 can switch between these two states. For example, when the insemination needle 21 is in the first state, the insemination end 211 is completely housed within the disinfection cavity 111, and ultraviolet light can be emitted from the ultraviolet light source 12 into the disinfection cavity 111 to disinfect the surface of the insemination end 211. When the insemination needle 21 is in the second state, the insemination end 211 protrudes from the disinfection cavity 111, allowing it to be inserted into the poultry's fertilization site to complete insemination.

[0055] The ultraviolet light source 12 is installed on the mounting base 11 to ensure that the installation position of the ultraviolet light source 12 can stably emit ultraviolet light into the disinfection chamber 111. When the insemination needle 21 is in the first state, the ultraviolet light can irradiate the outer periphery of the insemination end 211. Through the bactericidal effect of ultraviolet light, bacteria, viruses and other microorganisms that may be attached to the surface of the insemination end 211 are removed, avoiding cross-infection of poultry during continuous insemination, ensuring the safety of poultry insemination, and the disinfection operation does not require manual operation, effectively ensuring the stability of the cleaning effect and helping to improve the insemination efficiency.

[0056] Furthermore, the ultraviolet light emitted by the ultraviolet light source 12 completely covers the outer surface of the insemination end 211, avoiding any blind spots in disinfection and ensuring comprehensive disinfection of the outer surface of the insemination end 211. This embodiment can achieve this by rationally designing the installation position, number, and irradiation angle of the ultraviolet light source 12. For example, multiple ultraviolet light sources 12 can be evenly arranged at different positions on the inner wall of the disinfection chamber 111, or an adjustable-angle ultraviolet light source 12 can be used to ensure that the emitted ultraviolet light can irradiate the outer surface of the insemination end 211 without any blind spots, so as to thoroughly kill the microorganisms on the outer surface of the insemination end 211, avoid pathogen residue, improve the disinfection effect, and ensure hygiene and safety during the poultry insemination process.

[0057] In some embodiments, the ultraviolet light source 12 can be directly embedded in the inner wall of the disinfection chamber 111, so that the ultraviolet light emitted by the ultraviolet light source 12 is directed towards the center of the disinfection chamber 111, reducing light loss. Alternatively, the ultraviolet light source 12 can be placed directly inside the disinfection chamber 111. For example, the ultraviolet light source 12 can be fixed to the center or side wall of the disinfection chamber 111 by a bracket, ensuring a suitable distance from the insemination end 211 to achieve effective irradiation. The ultraviolet light source 12 can be at least one ultraviolet lamp tube, such as a U-shaped lamp tube or a straight lamp tube; the length of the ultraviolet lamp tube can be adapted to the size of the disinfection chamber 111, helping to provide a larger irradiation area; the ultraviolet light source 12 can also be at least one ultraviolet light bead, such as a UV LED (i.e., ultraviolet light-emitting diode), which is small in size, flexible in arrangement, and can be combined and arranged according to requirements; the ultraviolet light bead can be selected with a power of 0.05W and a thickness of 1.4mm. To ensure the disinfection effect of ultraviolet light irradiation on the periphery of the insemination needle 21 and to achieve effective disinfection of the insemination end 211, the ultraviolet light emitted by the ultraviolet light source 12 can be selected within the wavelength range of 200nm to 300nm, preferably 265nm.

[0058] In some embodiments, the disinfection chamber 111 is provided with a reflective inner wall (not shown). The main function of the reflective inner wall is to reflect the ultraviolet light emitted by the ultraviolet light source 12 to the outer periphery of the insemination end 211. When the ultraviolet light emitted by the ultraviolet light source 12 shines on the reflective inner wall, it is reflected and its propagation direction is changed. This allows the ultraviolet light that did not directly irradiate the insemination end 211 to act on the insemination end 211 again after reflection, which helps to improve the utilization rate of ultraviolet light, reduce light waste, and also helps to enhance the irradiation intensity and coverage of the insemination end 211, avoiding the formation of disinfection dead zones. In this embodiment, effective irradiation can be achieved through the reflection of the reflective inner wall, improving the overall disinfection effect and ensuring that the insemination end 211 is completely covered during disinfection.

[0059] Furthermore, a light-reflecting layer can be applied to the surface of the reflective inner wall. This reflective layer can be made of a high-reflectivity material, such as an aluminized film or a silver-plated film, and can be attached to the inner wall of the disinfection chamber 111 by pasting or spraying to achieve a good reflective effect. Alternatively, the reflective inner wall can be made of a specific material, processed into a smooth surface to reduce diffuse reflection. Specifically, the reflective inner wall can be made of a mercury reflective wall 1131, which has high reflectivity and stable performance; or it can be made of mirror stainless steel, which has good reflectivity, is corrosion-resistant, and easy to clean; or it can be made of mirror anodized aluminum, which has high reflectivity and good wear resistance.

[0060] Please refer to the following: Figures 1 to 4In some embodiments, the mounting base 11 includes a light-transmitting tube 112, and the disinfection chamber 111 is located inside the light-transmitting tube 112. The insemination needle 21 is movably mounted inside the light-transmitting tube 112. The ultraviolet light source 12 is mounted on the outer periphery of the light-transmitting tube 112, which can prevent the ultraviolet light source 12 from directly contacting the insemination needle 21, protect the ultraviolet light source 12 from being contaminated or damaged, and facilitate the installation, maintenance and replacement of the light source. The light-transmitting tube 112 can be made of light-transmitting materials such as quartz glass or high-transmittance plastic, allowing ultraviolet light to pass through smoothly; the ultraviolet light emitted by the ultraviolet light source 12 can pass through the light-transmitting tube 112 and enter the disinfection chamber 111 to irradiate the outer periphery of the insemination needle 21 in the first state, thereby achieving the disinfection function of the insemination end 211.

[0061] Please continue to refer to the following: Figures 1 to 4 In some embodiments, the mounting base 11 further includes a reflector 113, which covers the outer periphery of the light-transmitting tube 112. The side of the reflector 113 facing the light-transmitting tube 112 is configured as a reflective wall 1131. The ultraviolet light source 12 is installed in the gap formed between the reflector 113 and the light-transmitting tube 112, so that the ultraviolet light emitted by the ultraviolet light source 12 has at least two propagation paths: part of the ultraviolet light directly passes through the light-transmitting tube 112 and enters the disinfection chamber 111 to irradiate the insemination needle 21; the other part of the ultraviolet light first irradiates the reflective wall 1131 of the reflector 113, and after being reflected by the reflective wall 1131, it passes through the light-transmitting tube 112 and enters the disinfection chamber 111 to further irradiate the insemination needle 21. In this embodiment, the reflector 113 helps to improve the utilization rate of ultraviolet light and enhance the intensity of ultraviolet light in the disinfection chamber 111, thereby improving the disinfection effect on the periphery of the insemination needle 21.

[0062] Furthermore, the reflective wall 1131 of the reflective element 113 is covered with a light-reflecting layer; the light-reflecting layer can be made of a high-reflectivity material, such as an aluminum-plated reflective film or a silver-plated reflective film, which is attached to the surface of the reflective wall 1131 to ensure the reflective effect. The reflective wall 1131 can be set to a wall surface of a specific material, such as a mercury wall surface, a mirror stainless steel wall surface, or a mirror anodized aluminum wall surface, to ensure that ultraviolet light can be effectively reflected into the disinfection chamber 111.

[0063] Furthermore, the reflective element 113 is configured as a reflective foil, which is thin, light, and flexible. The reflective foil is wrapped around the outer periphery of the light-transmitting tube 112, and the ultraviolet light source 12 is sandwiched between the reflective foil and the light-transmitting tube 112, so that the ultraviolet light source 12 is fixed to the outer periphery of the light-transmitting tube 112 by the reflective foil. Before wrapping the reflective foil, the ultraviolet light source 12 can be fixed to the outer surface of the light-transmitting tube 112 first, and then the reflective foil can be wrapped around the outside, so that the light source is stably held between the two. In this embodiment, the reflective foil can be flexibly adapted to the specific structure of the light-transmitting tube 112. The high reflectivity of the reflective foil can effectively reflect ultraviolet light and improve light utilization. At the same time, the wrinkles generated when the reflective foil is wrapped help to reflect ultraviolet light to cover the outer surface of the insemination end 211.

[0064] Please refer to the following: Figure 2 and Figure 5 In some embodiments, the reflector 113 can be configured as a reflector tube 114, which has a tubular structure and is fitted around the outer periphery of the light-transmitting tube 112. A gap can be formed between the reflector tube 114 and the light-transmitting tube 112 to accommodate the ultraviolet light source 12. The inner wall of the reflector tube 114 facing the light-transmitting tube 112 is a reflective wall 1131, and at least part of the reflective wall 1131 is arc-shaped, which helps to converge and reflect ultraviolet light, so that the reflected ultraviolet light passes through the light-transmitting tube 112 more concentratedly into the disinfection chamber 111, thereby enhancing the irradiation intensity on the outer periphery of the insemination needle 21. Specifically, the inner wall of the reflector tube 114 can be designed as a semi-arc or a full arc, and the range of the arc area can be adjusted according to the installation position and number of ultraviolet light sources 12 to ensure that the outer surface of the insemination end 211 is effectively covered. The reflector tube 114 has a protective function for the light-transmitting tube 112 and the ultraviolet light source 12, preventing damage from collisions.

[0065] In some embodiments, the artificial insemination gun 20 also includes a probe mounted on the mounting base 11. The probe protrudes from the mounting base 11 and the insemination end 211 protrudes from the disinfection chamber 111 on the same side of the mounting base 11, that is, the probe and the insemination end 211 protrude from the same side of the mounting base 11. The direction in which the probe protrudes from the mounting base 11 is consistent with the direction in which the insemination end 211 protrudes from the disinfection chamber 111, so that the probe can be used to indicate the site of insemination in poultry.

[0066] In actual insemination operations, the insemination site on poultry is often concealed, making precise positioning difficult for staff. This can lead to multiple contacts with the poultry before the insemination site can be accurately located, potentially contaminating the insemination gun before semen injection and increasing the risk of infection in the poultry. To address this, staff can first align the probe with and bring it close to the insemination site. Since the distance between the probe and the insemination end 211 is fixed, the probe's position allows for precise location determination of the insemination site. This guides the insemination end 211 of the insemination needle 21 to accurately penetrate the site, preventing insemination failure or injury due to inaccurate positioning and ensuring the insemination gun remains uncontaminated before semen injection, thus improving the success rate. The probe's length and thickness can be tailored to the physiological structure of different poultry species (e.g., chickens, ducks, geese) to ensure accurate and reliable indication. For example, a probe length of 10mm can be used for artificial insemination of breeding chickens.

[0067] Please continue to refer to the following: Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 and Figure 5 In some embodiments, the probe is configured as a light-transmitting probe 22, which can be made of a highly transparent material, such as quartz glass or highly transparent plastic. The ultraviolet light emitted by the ultraviolet light source 12 can be transmitted from the inside of the light-transmitting probe 22 to the outside. Specifically, this can be achieved by connecting the light-transmitting probe 22 to the disinfection chamber 111 or the ultraviolet light source 12 through a light-conducting connection; one end of the light-transmitting probe 22 can be connected to the disinfection chamber 111, or a light-guiding structure can be directly provided inside the light-transmitting probe 22 to introduce the light from the ultraviolet light source 12 into the probe. When the probe is used to indicate the insemination site on poultry, the ultraviolet light transmitted by the light-transmitting probe 22 can irradiate and disinfect the probe 22 that has come into contact with the poultry, eliminating microorganisms and avoiding the risk of cross-infection during continuous insemination.

[0068] Please continue to refer to the following: Figure 3 and Figure 5 In some embodiments, in order to ensure that ultraviolet light is successfully transmitted to the light-transmitting probe 22 and realize the disinfection function of the light-transmitting probe 22, light conduction can be set between the light-transmitting probe 22 and the disinfection chamber 111. Specifically, one end of the light-transmitting probe 22 can be connected to the disinfection chamber 111, so that the ultraviolet light in the disinfection chamber 111 can directly enter the interior of the light-transmitting probe 22 and then be transmitted to the outside to disinfect the surface of the light-transmitting probe 22.

[0069] A closed reflective cavity 115 is formed between the reflective element 113 and the light-transmitting tube 112. The ultraviolet light source 12 is located inside the reflective cavity 115. The light-transmitting probe 22 is optically connected to the reflective cavity 115. One end of the light-transmitting probe 22 can be extended into the reflective cavity 115, so that the ultraviolet light inside the reflective cavity 115 can enter the light-transmitting probe 22 and then be transmitted to the outside to disinfect the surface of the light-transmitting probe 22.

[0070] In some embodiments, the artificial insemination gun 20 also includes a sensor (not shown) mounted on the light-transmitting probe 22. When the light-transmitting probe 22 is aligned with the poultry insemination site, the sensor automatically triggers the insemination needle 21, which is in a first state, to switch to a second state, causing the insemination end 211 to extend from the disinfection chamber 111 and enter the poultry insemination site to perform the insemination action. The sensor can be a pressure sensor or the like. When the light-transmitting probe 22 is aligned with and contacts the poultry insemination site, the sensor generates a signal change and sends an electrical signal to the control module of the insemination gun. After receiving the signal, the control module drives the insemination needle 21 to switch from the first state, i.e., the insemination end 211 is retracted into the disinfection chamber 111, to the second state, i.e., the insemination end 211 protrudes from the disinfection chamber 111, thus realizing the insemination action. The sensor provided in this embodiment helps to improve insemination efficiency and achieve automatic insemination after alignment.

[0071] Please continue reading. Figure 3 In some embodiments, the artificial insemination gun 20 further includes an air blowing component 23 and / or a liquid supply component. The air blowing component 23 is equipped with an air tube, one end of which is connected to the air blowing component 23, and the other end is connected to the disinfection chamber 111. The air blowing component 23 can provide a gaseous cleaning medium, such as compressed air or inert gas, which is delivered to the interior of the disinfection chamber 111 through the air tube. This removes impurities and other contaminants from the surface of the disinfection chamber 111 and the insemination end 211, thus cleaning the insemination end 211. After disinfection, any remaining minute contaminants on the surface of the insemination end 211 can be blown away by air blowing, or air can be blown before disinfection. The liquid supply component provides a liquid cleaning medium. It can be directly connected to the disinfection chamber 111 or connected to the disinfection chamber 111 through an air tube. It delivers the liquid cleaning medium to the disinfection chamber 111 to rinse and clean the disinfection chamber 111 and the insemination end 211, removing stubborn stains or microbial residues. This can synergize with ultraviolet disinfection to improve the cleaning and disinfection effect. Depending on the actual cleaning and disinfection needs, you can choose to set up the air blowing component 23 separately, the liquid supply component separately, or both at the same time.

[0072] In some embodiments, the liquid cleaning medium can be water at ambient temperature, such as physiological saline or intravenous glucose saline, which can effectively rinse away dust and impurities from the surfaces of the disinfection chamber 111 and the insemination end 211. The liquid cleaning medium can be water at 40℃-100℃; warm or hot water has a better cleaning effect, as high temperatures promote stain dissolution and improve rinsing efficiency. Water at a certain temperature also has a bactericidal auxiliary effect. The liquid cleaning medium can also be a disinfectant, such as chlorine-containing disinfectant or peracetic acid disinfectant. Disinfectants have a strong bactericidal effect and can be used in conjunction with ultraviolet disinfection to enhance the killing effect on microorganisms.

[0073] This application provides a disinfection structure and an artificial insemination gun, which uses an ultraviolet light source to emit ultraviolet light to irradiate the outer periphery of the insemination needle, so as to disinfect the surface of the insemination needle after each insemination, avoid contamination of the insemination needle, avoid cross-infection, and thus help to protect the health of poultry during continuous insemination operations.

[0074] It should be noted that if the embodiments of this application involve directional indicators (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.), the directional indicators are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement of the components in a specific posture. If the specific posture changes, the directional indicators will also change accordingly.

[0075] Furthermore, if the embodiments of this application involve descriptions such as "first" or "second," these descriptions are for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, features defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of those features. In the description of this application, unless otherwise stated, "multiple" means two or more. Additionally, if "and / or," "and / or," or "and / or" appears throughout the text, it means three parallel solutions. For example, "A and / or B" includes solution A, solution B, or a solution where both A and B are satisfied simultaneously.

[0076] In the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0077] Furthermore, the technical solutions of the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but only if they are based on the ability of those skilled in the art to implement them. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or cannot be implemented, it should be considered that such combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection claimed in this application.

[0078] The above are merely preferred embodiments of this application and do not limit the patent scope of this application. Any equivalent structural transformations made based on the content of the specification and drawings of this application under the concept of this application, or direct / indirect applications in other related technical fields, are included within the patent protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A disinfection structure applied to an insemination needle, the insemination needle having an insemination end for insertion into the insemination site of poultry, characterized in that, The disinfection structure includes: The mounting base is provided with a sterilization chamber; the insemination needle is movably mounted on the mounting base, and the insemination needle has a first state in which the insemination end is housed in the sterilization chamber and a second state in which the insemination end protrudes from the sterilization chamber. An ultraviolet light source is installed on the mounting base to emit ultraviolet light into the sterilization chamber to irradiate the outer periphery of the insemination needle in the first state.

2. The disinfection structure as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The ultraviolet light emitted by the ultraviolet light source completely covers the outer surface of the insemination end.

3. The disinfection structure as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The ultraviolet light source is embedded in the inner wall of the disinfection chamber; or, The ultraviolet light source is located in the disinfection chamber.

4. The disinfection structure as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The disinfection chamber is provided with a reflective inner wall; the reflective inner wall is used to reflect the ultraviolet light emitted by the ultraviolet light source to the outer periphery of the insemination end.

5. The disinfection structure as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The reflective inner wall is covered with a light-reflecting layer; or... The reflective inner wall is configured as one of the following: Mercury reflective wall surface, mirror stainless steel wall surface, mirror anodized aluminum wall surface.

6. The disinfection structure as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The mounting base includes: A light-transmitting tube is provided, and the disinfection chamber is located within the light-transmitting tube. The ultraviolet light source is located on the outer periphery of the light-transmitting tube. The ultraviolet light emitted by the ultraviolet light source passes through the light-transmitting tube and irradiates the outer periphery of the insemination needle in the first state.

7. The disinfection structure as described in claim 6, characterized in that, The mounting base includes: A reflective element is provided, which covers the outer periphery of the light-transmitting tube, and the side of the reflective element facing the light-transmitting tube is configured as a reflective wall; the ultraviolet light source is located between the reflective element and the light-transmitting tube.

8. The disinfection structure as described in claim 7, characterized in that, The reflective wall is covered with a light-reflecting layer; or... The reflective wall is configured as one of the following: Mercury-finish wall surfaces, mirror-finish stainless steel wall surfaces, and mirror-finish anodized aluminum wall surfaces.

9. The disinfection structure as described in claim 7, characterized in that, The reflective element is configured as a reflective foil; the reflective foil is wrapped around the outer periphery of the light-transmitting tube, and the ultraviolet light source is sandwiched between the reflective foil and the light-transmitting tube.

10. The disinfection structure as described in claim 7, characterized in that, The reflective element is configured as a reflective tube; the reflective tube is sleeved on the outer periphery of the light-transmitting tube; at least a portion of the reflective wall in the reflective tube is arc-shaped.

11. An artificial insemination gun, used for inseminating poultry, characterized in that, It includes an insemination needle and a sterilization structure as described in any one of claims 1-10.

12. The artificial insemination gun as described in claim 11, characterized in that, The artificial insemination gun also includes: A probe is mounted on the mounting base; the probe protrudes from the mounting base and the insemination end protrudes from the disinfection chamber on the same side of the mounting base; the probe is used to indicate the insemination site of the poultry.

13. The artificial insemination gun as described in claim 12, characterized in that, The probe is configured as a light-transmitting probe; the ultraviolet light emitted by the ultraviolet light source is transmitted from inside the light-transmitting probe to the outside of the light-transmitting probe.

14. The artificial insemination gun as described in claim 13, characterized in that, One end of the light-transmitting probe is optically connected to the disinfection chamber.

15. The artificial insemination gun as described in claim 13, characterized in that, The artificial insemination gun also includes: A sensor is mounted on the light-transmitting probe; the sensor is configured to trigger the insemination needle, which is in the first state, to switch to the second state when the light-transmitting probe is aligned with the insemination site of the bird.

16. The artificial insemination gun as described in claim 11, characterized in that, The artificial insemination gun also includes: An air blowing device, wherein the air blowing device is provided with an air pipe; the air pipe is connected to the disinfection chamber and is used to deliver a gaseous cleaning medium to the disinfection chamber; and / or, A liquid supply device is connected to or connected to the disinfection chamber via the air pipe, for delivering liquid cleaning medium to the disinfection chamber.

17. The artificial insemination gun as described in claim 16, characterized in that, The liquid cleaning medium is configured as one of the following: Water at ambient temperature, water at 40℃-100℃, and disinfectant.

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