Automatic feeding device for aquaculture

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of aquaculture, and disclose an automatic feeding device for aquaculture, including installation base, and set up bubble pad at installation base bottom, and the upside of installation base is equipped with installation box, the upside of installation box is equipped with the feeding box of hexagon, and the inside installation of feeding box has the shunt pipe, one end of shunt pipe is installed with feeding pipe respectively, the top of installation box is installed with the box cover, and the upside of box cover is installed with storage tank, the inside of storage tank is equipped with the storage inner bag for storing the feed of storage, and the bottom of storage inner bag is equipped with the material control mechanism, the inside of storage inner bag communicates with the inside of shunt pipe, the top of storage tank is installed with the feeding port. Possess the advantage that the realization multidirectional, large -range's even feeding, the ration of feed, controllable falling enhancement device's stability and floating adaptability on water surface are strengthened.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of aquaculture technology, specifically to an automatic feeding device for aquaculture. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, aquaculture often employs manual or semi-automatic feeding methods, which suffer from problems such as uneven feeding, significant feed waste, and high labor costs. Traditional feeding devices mostly use fixed feeding ports or unidirectional spreading mechanisms, resulting in limited feed coverage and making them unsuitable for large areas or aquaculture waters of varying shapes. Furthermore, existing feeding equipment still has shortcomings in areas such as floating stability, preventing feed from clumping due to moisture, and precise control of feeding amounts, affecting aquaculture efficiency and feed utilization.

[0003] Therefore, there is an urgent need for a feeding device that can achieve uniform feeding, save feed, has a high degree of automation, and is adaptable to complex aquatic environments. Utility Model Content

[0004] (a) Technical problems to be solved To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this utility model provides an automatic feeding device for aquaculture. It has the advantages of achieving uniform feeding over a wide range in multiple directions, quantitative feeding, and controlled descent, which enhances the stability and buoyancy of the device on the water surface. It solves the problems of limited feeding range, uneven feed distribution, difficulty in accurately controlling the amount of feed, waste, poor stability on the water surface, susceptibility to environmental influences, and easy clumping and blockage of feed during storage and transportation of traditional feeding devices.

[0005] (II) Technical Solution To achieve the aforementioned goals of multi-directional, wide-range uniform feeding, quantitative feed distribution, and controlled descent to enhance the stability and buoyancy of the device on the water surface, this utility model provides the following technical solution: An automatic feeding device for aquaculture includes a mounting base and an air bubble pad disposed at the bottom of the mounting base. A mounting box is provided on the upper side of the mounting base, and a hexagonal feeding box is mounted on the upper side of the mounting box. A diversion pipe is installed inside the feeding box, with a feeding pipe installed at one end of each diversion pipe. A box cover is installed on the top of the mounting box, and a storage box is installed on the upper side of the box cover. The storage box contains a storage liner for storing feed, and a feed control mechanism is provided at the bottom of the storage liner. The interior of the storage liner communicates with the interior of the diversion pipe, and a feeding port is installed on the top of the storage box.

[0006] Preferably, the diversion pipe consists of at least six pipes, and the top ends of the diversion pipe are connected. The feeding pipe is a rectangular pipe, and the two ends of the feeding pipe are not on the same straight line. The feeding pipe is installed on the outside of the feeding box, and one end of the diversion pipe is connected to the higher end of the corresponding feeding pipe.

[0007] Preferably, the storage liner is funnel-shaped, and the output end of the storage liner passes through the box cover and is connected to the inside of the diversion pipe.

[0008] Preferably, the material control mechanism includes a material control ball installed at the output end of the storage liner, and the material control ball is rotatably connected to the inner wall of the output end of the storage liner. Material storage troughs are provided on both sides of the material control ball. A material control reduction motor is installed on the outer side of the output end of the storage liner, and the output end of the material control reduction motor passes through the inner wall of the storage liner and is fixedly connected to one side of the material control ball.

[0009] Preferably, a rotating disk is installed on the upper side of the mounting box, and the bottom of the rotating disk is rotatably connected to the upper side of the mounting box. The feeding box is installed on the upper side of the rotating disk. A rotary reduction motor is installed inside the mounting box, and the output end of the rotary reduction motor is fixedly connected to the bottom of the rotating disk.

[0010] Preferably, a stabilizing frame is installed at each of the four corners of the mounting base, and one end of the stabilizing frame is fixedly connected to the four corners of the mounting base. A closed floating bucket is installed at one end of the stabilizing frame, and the closed floating bucket is used in conjunction with the bubble pad.

[0011] (III) Beneficial Effects Compared with existing technologies, this utility model provides an automatic feeding device for aquaculture, which has the following beneficial effects: This automatic feeding device, by setting up a hexagonal feeding box, a diversion pipe, and multiple feeding pipes, combined with a rotary geared motor driving a rotating disc, can achieve uniform feeding over a wide area in multiple directions, significantly improving feed coverage, reducing local overfeeding or underfeeding, and improving aquaculture efficiency. The use of a storage tank in conjunction with a feed control mechanism, through the intermittent rotation of the feed control ball and the storage trough, achieves quantitative and controllable feed descent, effectively avoiding feed blockage or overfeeding, and saving feed costs. The mounting base is equipped with a bubble pad and a closed floating bucket, enhancing the device's stability and buoyancy on the water surface, preventing tilting or sinking due to wind, waves, or water currents, ensuring a smooth and reliable feeding process. The overall structure is compact, with a high degree of automation, reducing manual intervention and labor intensity, and is suitable for aquaculture scenarios of different scales, possessing good applicability and promotional value. Attached Figure Description

[0012] Figure 1 This is a structural diagram of the present utility model; Figure 2 This is a structural diagram of the feeding mechanism of this utility model; Figure 3 This is a diagram showing the internal structure of the feeding box of this utility model; Figure 4 This is a diagram showing the internal structure of the storage box of this utility model.

[0013] In the diagram: 1. Mounting base; 2. Bubble pad; 3. Mounting box; 4. Stabilizer; 5. Enclosed floating bucket; 6. Feeding box; 7. Box cover; 8. Storage box; 9. Feeding port; 10. Material control geared motor; 11. Feeding pipe; 12. Rotary disc; 13. Rotary geared motor; 14. Diverter pipe; 15. Storage liner; 16. Material control ball; 17. Material storage trough. Detailed Implementation

[0014] 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.

[0015] Example: Please refer to Figure 1-4 An automatic feeding device for aquaculture includes a mounting base 1 and a bubble pad 2 at the bottom of the mounting base 1. A mounting box 3 is provided on the upper side of the mounting base 1. A hexagonal feeding box 6 is installed on the upper side of the mounting box 3. A diversion pipe 14 is installed inside the feeding box 6. A feeding pipe 11 is installed at one end of the diversion pipe 14. A box cover 7 is installed on the top of the mounting box 3. A storage box 8 is installed on the upper side of the box cover 7. A storage liner 15 for storing feed is provided inside the storage box 8. A feed control mechanism is provided at the bottom of the storage liner 15. The interior of the storage liner 15 is connected to the interior of the diversion pipe 14. A feeding port 9 is installed on the top of the storage box 8.

[0016] Mounting base 1 forms the base of the device. The bubble pad 2 at its bottom is used for shock absorption and auxiliary sealing and buoyancy. Mounting box 3 serves as the carrier of the core drive components. The hexagonal feeding box 6 on it is not only a structural frame but also symbolizes the concept of multi-directional feeding. The distribution pipes 14 inside the box are a "highway network" for feed, responsible for transporting feed from the center to each feeding endpoint (feeding pipe 11). The box cover 7 seals the mounting box 3. The storage box 8 and its internal funnel-shaped storage liner 15 constitute the feed bin, with the feeding port 9 at the top for manual or automatic feeding. Most importantly, the feed control mechanism at the bottom of the storage liner 15 controls the "switch" and "flow rate" of the feed outflow, and its outlet connects to the distribution pipe network 14, forming a complete feed flow path. Mounting base 1 is the supporting foundation of the device. The bubble pad 2 provides auxiliary buoyancy, cushioning, and bottom protection. Mounting box 3 is a protective housing for the rotary drive mechanism (rotary geared motor 13). The hexagonal frame structure of feeding box 6 is used to fix the distribution pipes 14 and feeding pipes 11. The central distributor 14 distributes feed evenly to each feeding pipe 11. The final feeding port of the feeding pipe 11 directs the feed into the water. The cover 7 is the cover plate for the storage tank 3. The storage tank 8 is the outer casing of the feed hopper. The inner storage liner 15 is a funnel-shaped container that directly holds the feed, facilitating its downward flow. The feeding port 9 is located at the top of the storage tank 8 and is used for adding feed. The core control unit of the feed control mechanism enables quantitative feeding.

[0017] The diversion pipe 14 consists of at least six pipes, and the top ends of the diversion pipe 14 are connected. The feeding pipe 11 is a rectangular pipe, and the two ends of the feeding pipe 11 are not on the same straight line. The feeding pipe 11 is installed on the outside of the feeding box 6, and one end of the diversion pipe 14 is connected to the higher end of the feeding pipe 11 at the corresponding position.

[0018] The diversion pipe 14 employs a "tree-like" structure with at least six pipes connected at their tops, ensuring that feed from a single source (storage liner 15) is rapidly and evenly dispersed in all directions. The feeding pipe 11 is designed as a rectangular tube with its two ends not aligned, forming a "crooked mouth" or bend structure. This design alters the angle and direction of feed ejection, resulting in a more dispersed feed landing point compared to a straight pipe, further preventing feed accumulation in one area. The feeding pipe 11 connects to the diversion pipe 14 at its high end, utilizing gravity for self-flow; its structure is simple and reliable. The diversion pipe 14 is specifically configured as a distribution system where multiple pipes converge at a single point. The feeding pipe 11 is specifically shaped as an angled rectangular outlet pipe, used to diffuse the feed landing point. The storage liner 15 is funnel-shaped, and the output end of the storage liner 15 passes through the box cover 7 and is connected to the inside of the diversion pipe 14.

[0019] The funnel-shaped design is a classic structure in storage equipment. Its sloping walls ensure that feed slides smoothly to the bottom outlet under gravity without obstruction, effectively preventing feed from accumulating and clumping in corners. Its output end directly connects to the distribution pipe 14 through the cover 7, meaning that the path from leaving the storage tank to entering the distribution system is the shortest and most direct, reducing the possibility of blockage. The storage tank 15 is specifically funnel-shaped, and its function is to ensure that feed is smoothly concentrated at the outlet.

[0020] The material control mechanism includes a material control ball 16 installed at the output end of the storage liner 15, and the material control ball 16 is rotatably connected to the inner wall of the output end of the storage liner 15. Material storage troughs 17 are provided on both sides of the material control ball 16. A material control reduction motor 10 is installed on the outer side of the output end of the storage liner 15, and the output end of the material control reduction motor 10 passes through the inner wall of the storage liner 15 and is fixedly connected to one side of the material control ball 16.

[0021] The feed control ball 16 is a spherical rotor with grooves (feed troughs 17) on both sides. When the feed control reduction motor 10 is not rotating, the spherical surface of the feed control ball 16 blocks the outlet of the storage liner 15. When the motor starts, it drives the feed control ball 16 to rotate 180 degrees. At this time, a feed trough 17 full of feed rotates to the bottom, pouring the feed into the diversion pipe 14. At the same time, the feed trough 17 above rotates to the bottom to receive a new batch of feed. By controlling the start-stop interval and speed of the motor, the amount of feed and the feeding frequency can be precisely controlled each time. The spherical rotor of the feed control ball 16 alternately "receives" and "discharges" through rotation. The feed trough 17 is a quantitative cavity opened on the feed control ball 16. The feed control reduction motor 10 is the power source that drives the intermittent rotation of the feed control ball 16. The reduction motor can provide greater torque and more precise speed control.

[0022] A rotating disk 12 is installed on the upper side of the mounting box 3, and the bottom of the rotating disk 12 is rotatably connected to the upper side of the mounting box 3. The feeding box 6 is installed on the upper side of the rotating disk 12. A rotary reduction motor 13 is installed inside the mounting box 3, and the output end of the rotary reduction motor 13 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the rotating disk 12.

[0023] The rotating disk 12 is a rotating platform mounted on top of the mounting box 3. The feeding box 6 is fixed on it. A rotary geared motor 13 is installed inside the mounting box 3, and its output shaft directly drives the rotating disk 12 to rotate slowly. Thus, a rotary seal connection (not shown in the figure but a conventional technique in the art) is required between the fixed top of the diversion pipe 14 (connected to the feed source) and the slowly rotating feeding pipe 11 to ensure that the feed does not leak during transport. This structure expands the feeding range from a single point to a large area. The rotating disk 12 is a horizontal rotating platform that carries the feeding execution components. The rotary geared motor 13 is the power source that drives the rotating disk 12 and the entire upper structure to rotate.

[0024] Stabilizers 4 are installed at the four corners of the mounting base 1, and one end of the stabilizer 4 is fixedly connected to the four corners of the mounting base 1. A closed float 5 is installed at one end of the stabilizer 4, and the closed float 5 is used in conjunction with the bubble pad 2.

[0025] The stabilizing frame 4 extends outward from the four corners of the mounting base 1, securing the enclosed float 5 away from the device's center of gravity. This significantly improves the device's anti-capsulation stability, similar to an "outboard float." The enclosed float 5 provides primary buoyancy. The bubble pad 2 adheres to the bottom of the mounting base 1, increasing buoyancy and acting as a flexible buffer layer to prevent damage from collisions with hard objects in the water, while also helping to keep the base level. The stabilizing frame 4 connects the base 1 to the support rod of the float 5, amplifying the stabilizing torque. The enclosed float 5 is a sealed cavity providing primary buoyancy. The bubble pad 2 works in conjunction with the float 5 to provide auxiliary buoyancy, cushioning, and leveling.

[0026] Working principle: Feed storage and preparation: Feed is added to the storage liner 15 inside the storage box 8 through the top feeding port 9. Since the storage liner 15 is designed in a funnel shape, the feed naturally converges to its bottom outlet under the action of gravity.

[0027] Quantitative feeding control: The feeding control mechanism installed at the outlet of the storage tank 15 is crucial. The feeding control reduction motor 10 periodically rotates the feeding control ball 16 at preset intervals and speeds. During rotation, the storage tanks 17 on both sides of the feeding control ball 16 sequentially collect a fixed amount of feed above the outlet, and then rotate downwards to pour the feed into the diversion pipe 14 below, thereby achieving precise and controllable intermittent feeding.

[0028] Feed diversion and conveying: The feed falling from the feed control mechanism enters the top confluence of the diversion pipe 14. The diversion pipe 14 is composed of multiple pipes, whose tops are interconnected to form a distribution hub, where the feed is naturally distributed to the branch pipes by gravity.

[0029] Uniform feeding via rotation: The feeding pipes 11 at the ends of each branch pipe are responsible for scattering feed into the water. Simultaneously, a rotary geared motor 13 installed in the mounting box 3 drives a rotating disk 12 to rotate slowly. The rotating disk 12 causes the entire feeding box 6 and all the feeding pipes 11 to rotate horizontally together. This allows the feed scattered from each feeding pipe 11 to cover a wide circular or annular area centered on the device, solving the problem of uneven distribution in fixed feeding.

[0030] Water surface stability and buoyancy: The entire device is placed on the water surface via the mounting base 1 at the bottom. The bubble pad 2 provides initial buoyancy and cushioning. The enclosed floating buckets 5 installed at the four corners provide the main buoyancy and stability, ensuring that the device remains stable on the water surface and will not shake or capsize violently due to feeding actions or waves.

[0031] 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.

Claims

1. An automatic feeding device for aquaculture, comprising a mounting base (1) and an air bubble pad (2) disposed at the bottom of the mounting base (1), wherein a mounting box (3) is provided on the upper side of the mounting base (1), characterized in that: A hexagonal feeding box (6) is installed on the upper side of the installation box (3), and a diversion pipe (14) is installed inside the feeding box (6). A feeding pipe (11) is installed at one end of the diversion pipe (14). A box cover (7) is installed on the top of the installation box (3), and a storage box (8) is installed on the upper side of the box cover (7). The storage box (8) is provided with a storage liner (15) for storing feed, and a feed control mechanism is provided at the bottom of the storage liner (15). The interior of the storage liner (15) is connected to the interior of the diversion pipe (14). A feeding port (9) is installed on the top of the storage box (8).

2. The automatic feeding device for aquaculture according to claim 1, characterized in that: The diversion pipe (14) consists of at least six pipes, and the top of the diversion pipe (14) is connected. The feeding pipe (11) is a rectangular pipe, and the two ends of the feeding pipe (11) are not on the same straight line. The feeding pipe (11) is installed on the outside of the feeding box (6), and one end of the diversion pipe (14) is connected to the higher end of the feeding pipe (11) at the corresponding position.

3. The automatic feeding device for aquaculture according to claim 1, characterized in that: The storage liner (15) is funnel-shaped, and the output end of the storage liner (15) passes through the box cover (7) and is connected to the inside of the diversion pipe (14).

4. The automatic feeding device for aquaculture according to claim 3, characterized in that: The material control mechanism includes a material control ball (16) installed at the output end of the storage liner (15), and the material control ball (16) is rotatably connected to the inner wall of the output end of the storage liner (15). Material storage troughs (17) are provided on both sides of the material control ball (16). A material control reduction motor (10) is installed on the outer side of the output end of the storage liner (15), and the output end of the material control reduction motor (10) passes through the inner wall of the storage liner (15) and is fixedly connected to one side of the material control ball (16).

5. The automatic feeding device for aquaculture according to claim 1, characterized in that: A rotating disk (12) is installed on the upper side of the mounting box (3), and the bottom of the rotating disk (12) is rotatably connected to the upper side of the mounting box (3). The feeding box (6) is installed on the upper side of the rotating disk (12). A rotary reduction motor (13) is installed inside the mounting box (3), and the output end of the rotary reduction motor (13) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the rotating disk (12).

6. The automatic feeding device for aquaculture according to claim 1, characterized in that: Stabilizers (4) are installed at the four corners of the mounting base (1), and one end of the stabilizer (4) is fixedly connected to the four corners of the mounting base (1). A closed floating bucket (5) is installed at one end of the stabilizer (4), and the closed floating bucket (5) is used in conjunction with the bubble pad (2).

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