An integrated device for cultivating and adaptive feeding

Abstract

The application provides a breeding and adaptive feeding integrated device, and belongs to the technical field of aquaculture. The device comprises a basic feeding assembly, a partition feeding assembly and a fixing assembly. The basic feeding assembly is used for realizing stable basic feeding function, and comprises a feeding port and a plurality of vertical pipes. The plurality of vertical pipes are spliced by detachable splicing seats, the overall length can be flexibly adjusted according to the depth of the breeding water body, the bottom end of the vertical pipe at the tail end is provided with a first discharge port, and the non-spraying conveying of the feed from the feeding port to the first discharge port is realized. The partition feeding assembly is integrally arranged on the basic feeding assembly and comprises a partition plate and a second discharge port. The partition plate is arranged in the feeding port and extends into the lumen of the corresponding vertical pipe to form independent double conveying channels. The second discharge port is arranged on the side wall of the corresponding vertical pipe to realize the partition conveying of different feeds. The device realizes partition and isolation feeding, respectively corresponds to the feeding area of different breeding organisms, and improves the feeding precision.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of aquaculture technology, and more specifically, to an integrated device for cultivation and adaptive feeding. Background Technology

[0002] In the aquaculture industry, parent stock cultivation directly determines the quality of seedlings, survival rate, and subsequent aquaculture benefits. Among them, the recirculating aquaculture system has become the mainstream method for parent stock cultivation of specialty aquatic products such as Pengze crucian carp and snails due to its advantages of high water resource utilization, strong controllability of environmental parameters, and stable parent stock reproductive performance. However, in the actual scenario of polyculture or adjacent cultivation of Pengze crucian carp and snails, the existing technology system still has technical bottlenecks, which restrict the improvement of cultivation efficiency and benefits. Pengze crucian carp, a eurythermal omnivorous fish, is characterized by its fast swimming speed, high feeding activity, and rapid feeding response, primarily feeding by swallowing and pecking. In contrast, river snails, as benthic mollusks, have limited mobility and slow crawling speed, relying on their ventral feet to scrape food from the substrate or surface for sustenance; their feeding process is gentle and lengthy. In traditional broodstock rearing models, feeding devices are often of a general design, without regional adaptation to the different feeding habits of the two species. The lack of clear feeding area boundaries after feed is introduced directly leads to limited competition for feed resources by Pengze crucian carp. Even when using specialized river snail feed, the competitive feeding behavior of Pengze crucian carp results in insufficient feeding for the snails. Prolonged food scarcity hinders the growth and development of the snail broodstock. Furthermore, the excessive competition for food by Pengze crucian carp can lead to uneven feeding, with some individuals growing too quickly, affecting the quality of fry breeding. Currently, feeding methods generally use a scattering or simple feeding device, which cannot achieve precise delivery of feed and cannot be completely consumed by organisms. However, the uneaten feed will be decomposed by microorganisms, consuming dissolved oxygen in the water and producing toxic and harmful substances such as ammonia nitrogen and nitrite. This will cause fluctuations in parameters such as pH and dissolved oxygen in the water, increasing the stress response of parent organisms and the risk of disease. Therefore, there is an urgent need for an integrated device for cultivation and adaptive feeding. Utility Model Content

[0003] This application aims to address at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art or related technologies.

[0004] To this end, this application provides an integrated breeding and adaptive feeding device that improves feeding accuracy by dividing the feeding area into zones to correspond to the feeding areas of different cultured organisms.

[0005] The integrated breeding and adaptive feeding device provided in this application includes a basic feeding component, a zoned feeding component, and a fixing component. The basic feeding component, used to achieve stable basic feeding, includes a feeding port and multiple vertical pipes. These vertical pipes are assembled using detachable splicing bases, allowing for flexible adjustment of their overall length according to the depth of the aquaculture water. A first discharge port is provided at the bottom of each vertical pipe to achieve non-scattering feed delivery from the feeding port to the first discharge port. The zoned feeding component, integrated onto the basic feeding component, includes a partition plate and a second discharge port. The partition plate is located within the feeding port and extends into the corresponding vertical pipe cavity, forming independent dual-transmission channels. The second discharge port is located on the side wall of the corresponding vertical pipe, enabling zoned delivery of different feeds. The fixing component, detachably mounted on the basic feeding component, includes two fixing methods for securing the entire device.

[0006] In some embodiments, the basic feeding assembly includes: a feeding port with a funnel-shaped structure that is wider at the top and narrower at the bottom; multiple vertical tubes coaxially inserted through the bottom of the feeding port; multiple splicing seats with sealing rings on their inner sides, fitted between two adjacent vertical tubes; a feeding chamber located at the bottom end of the last vertical tube, having a box-shaped structure with an open top; a flow guide channel with a smooth arc transition located between the bottom end of the corresponding vertical tube and the feeding chamber inlet; and a first discharge port located at the feeding end of the feeding chamber and connected to the flow guide channel.

[0007] In some embodiments, the partitioned feeding assembly includes: a partition plate disposed within the feeding port and extending into the cavity corresponding to the vertical tube; a scraping platform, coaxially fixed in an annular shape to the outer wall of the corresponding vertical tube; a barrier, annularly surrounding the edge of the scraping platform; a second discharge port, opened on the side wall corresponding to the vertical tube and flush with the surface of the scraping platform, and communicating with one of the channels formed by the partition plate; and a buffer ramp, inclinedly disposed at the bottom edge of the scraping platform.

[0008] In some embodiments, the fixing component includes: a suction cup detachably disposed on the outer wall of the corresponding splicing base; a docking seat fixedly disposed on the outer wall of the corresponding splicing base and docking with the suction cup; a fixing plate fixedly disposed outside the feeding port; and a float disposed at the bottom of the fixing plate.

[0009] In some embodiments, both the first discharge port and the second discharge port are covered with a perforated mesh, and the aperture of the perforated mesh is larger than the diameter of the feed.

[0010] In some embodiments, the horizontal height of the fixing plate is lower than the top edge of the feeding port.

[0011] In some embodiments, the height of the enclosure is 5cm-8cm, and the edges are rounded.

[0012] In some embodiments, the feeding port, each of the vertical tubes, each of the splicing bases, and the partition plate are all made of transparent acrylic sheet material.

[0013] Compared with the prior art, the technical solution provided in this application includes at least the following technical effects: This application provides an integrated breeding and adaptive feeding device that improves feeding accuracy by using zoned feeding to correspond to the feeding areas of different cultured organisms. Through a combination of multi-section vertical pipes and detachable splicing bases, the device length can be flexibly adjusted according to water depth, adapting to various aquaculture scenarios from shallow to deep water. Simultaneously, the spatial difference design of the dual independent channels formed by the partition plates and the first and second discharge outlets achieves complete isolation and delivery of different feeds, corresponding to the feeding areas of different cultured organisms, thus improving feeding accuracy. Furthermore, it allows for timed feeding, setting feeding intervals based on differences in the organisms' feeding speeds, achieving dual adaptive zoned feeding through spatial zoning and time-staggered feeding. This ensures that different cultured organisms obtain the corresponding feed within their dedicated feeding areas and times, fundamentally avoiding interspecies competition for food caused by feed mixing or overlapping feeding times. It also guides organisms to form fixed feeding rhythms, achieving adaptive feeding, improving feed utilization and the safety of cultured organisms' feeding.

[0014] Additional aspects and advantages of this application will become apparent in the following description or may be learned by practice of this application. Attached Figure Description

[0015] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of this application will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which: Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the feeding device according to some embodiments of this application; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the overall planar structure of the feeding device according to some embodiments of this application; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the partitioned feeding component in some embodiments of this application; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the splicing base according to some embodiments of this application.

[0016] in, Figures 1 to 4 The correspondence between the reference numerals and component names in the attached drawings is as follows: 100. Basic feeding assembly; 110. Feeding port; 120. Vertical pipe; 130. Splicing base; 140. Feeding bin; 141. Flow guide channel; 142. First discharge port; 200. Zoned feeding assembly; 210. Divider plate; 220. Scraper; 221. Enclosure; 230. Second discharge outlet; 240. Buffer ramp; 300. Fixing component; 310. Suction cup; 311. Docking seat; 320. Fixing plate; 330. Float. Detailed Implementation

[0017] To better understand the above-mentioned objectives, features, and advantages of this application, the application will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in these embodiments can be combined with each other.

[0018] Many specific details are set forth in the following description in order to provide a full understanding of this application. However, this application may also be implemented in other ways different from those described herein. Therefore, the scope of protection of this application is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0019] The following reference Figures 1 to 4 This application describes an integrated cultivation and adaptive feeding apparatus provided according to some embodiments.

[0020] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, an integrated cultivation and adaptive feeding device provided according to some embodiments of this application includes a basic feeding component 100, a zoned feeding component 200, and a fixing component 300. The basic feeding component 100 is used to achieve stable basic feeding. It includes a feeding port 110 and multiple vertical pipes 120. The multiple vertical pipes 120 are assembled by a detachable splicing base 130, and the overall length can be flexibly adjusted according to the depth of the aquaculture water. The bottom of the vertical pipe 120 at the end is provided with a first discharge port 142 to realize the non-scattering delivery of feed from the feeding port 110 to the first discharge port 142. The zoned feeding component 200 is integrated on the basic feeding component 100. It includes a partition plate 210 and a second discharge port 230. The partition plate 210 is set in the feeding port 110 and extends into the cavity of the corresponding vertical pipe 120 to form an independent dual delivery channel. The second discharge port 230 is opened on the side wall of the corresponding vertical pipe 120 to realize the zoned delivery of different feeds. The fixing component 300 is detachably installed on the basic feeding component 100 and includes two fixing methods for fixing the whole device.

[0021] In this embodiment, firstly, based on the actual depth of the aquaculture water, the number of vertical pipes 120 is increased or decreased using the detachable splicing base 130 to adjust the overall length of the device to a suitable height, ensuring that the first discharge port 142 of the end vertical pipe 120 can accurately reach the target feeding area. The device is then fixed in place according to the appropriate fixing method selected for the aquaculture container. Two different types of feed are placed into the feeding port 110, which is separated by a partition plate 210 to form two independent channels. One type of feed is transported downwards along one channel and eventually discharged from the bottom of the end vertical pipe 120, falling into the target feeding area below. The other type of feed is transported along the other channel and, upon reaching the second discharge port 230 on the side wall of the vertical pipe 120, is discharged from this outlet, falling into the target feeding area on the side. Because the feed is transported entirely within the sealed channels of the vertical pipe 120, and the channels are sealed by the partition plate 210 and the splicing base 130, the problem of feed scattering due to water flow impact or device shaking during transport is effectively avoided. This ensures that the two types of feed are accurately delivered to the corresponding feeding areas of the aquaculture organisms, completing adaptive zoning feeding.

[0022] In this design, the combination of multiple vertical pipes 120 and detachable splicing bases 130 allows the device length to be flexibly adjusted according to water depth, adapting to various aquaculture scenarios from shallow to deep water areas. Simultaneously, the spatial difference design between the dual independent channels formed by the partition plate 210 and the first discharge port 142 and the second discharge port 230 achieves complete isolation and delivery of different feeds, each corresponding to the feeding area of ​​different aquaculture organisms. This fundamentally avoids feeding conflicts caused by feed mixing, improving feeding accuracy. Furthermore, timed feeding can be adopted, setting feeding intervals based on differences in organism feeding speeds, achieving dual adaptive zoning feeding through spatial zoning and time-staggered feeding. This allows different aquaculture organisms to obtain corresponding feed within their respective exclusive feeding areas and feeding times, fundamentally avoiding interspecies feeding conflicts caused by feed mixing or overlapping feeding times. It also guides organisms to form fixed feeding rhythms, achieving adaptive feeding and improving feed utilization and the safety of aquaculture organisms' feeding.

[0023] It should be noted that this device can be used for different farmed organisms.

[0024] In some possible embodiments, such as Figure 1 , Figure 2As shown, the basic feeding assembly 100 includes: a feeding port 110, which adopts a funnel-shaped structure that is wider at the top and narrower at the bottom; multiple vertical tubes 120, which are coaxially inserted into the bottom of the feeding port 110; multiple splicing seats 130, which have sealing rings on their inner sides and are fitted between two adjacent vertical tubes 120; a feeding chamber 140, which is located at the bottom end of the end vertical tube 120 and has a box-shaped structure with an open top; a guide channel 141, which is smoothly transitioned in an arc shape between the bottom end of the corresponding vertical tube 120 and the feed inlet of the feeding chamber 140; and a first discharge port 142, which is opened at the feed inlet of the feeding chamber 140 and connected to the guide channel 141.

[0025] In this embodiment, the operator puts the feed into the funnel-shaped feeding port 110. The feed slides down the inner wall to the bottom interface and enters the coaxially connected vertical pipe 120. Under the action of gravity, the feed is conveyed downward along the closed channel composed of multiple sections of vertical pipe 120. Adjacent vertical pipes 120 are sealed together by splicing seats 130 with sealing rings to prevent feed leakage and water seepage. After the feed reaches the end vertical pipe 120, it smoothly transitions through the arc-shaped guide channel 141 and accurately enters the box-shaped feeding bin 140 through the first discharge port 142 at the feed end of the feeding bin 140. Finally, the feed is concentrated in the feeding bin 140 for the aquaculture organisms to feed. The whole process achieves precise delivery of feed without scattering, retention, or leakage through the structural optimization and sealing design of each component, laying a core foundation for subsequent zoned feeding.

[0026] In some possible embodiments, such as Figure 2 , Figure 3 As shown, the partitioned feeding assembly 200 includes: a partition plate 210, which is disposed inside the feeding port 110 and extends into the cavity of the corresponding vertical pipe 120; a scraping platform 220, which is annularly and coaxially fixed to the outer wall of the corresponding vertical pipe 120; a barrier 221, which annularly surrounds the edge of the scraping platform 220; a second discharge port 230, which is opened on the side wall of the corresponding vertical pipe 120 and flush with the surface of the scraping platform 220, and communicates with one of the channels formed by the partition plate 210; and a buffer ramp 240, which is inclinedly disposed at the bottom edge of the scraping platform 220.

[0027] In this embodiment, an independent channel is constructed in the feeding port 110 and the vertical pipe 120 by means of the partition plate 210, and the corresponding feed is guided to the second discharge port 230 on the side wall of the vertical pipe 120. Through the arc-shaped guide plate inside the second discharge port 230, the feed falls smoothly onto the coaxial fixed annular scraping platform 220. The enclosure 221 prevents the feed from overflowing and provides climbing support for the organism. The organism climbs to the scraping platform 220 by itself through the buffer ramp 240 and uses the biomimetic texture of the platform to feed efficiently.

[0028] In this design, the structural protection design of the scraping platform 220 and the enclosure 221 is adapted to the feeding habits of benthic scraping organisms, taking into account the differences in feeding methods of different organisms. The flush design of the second discharge port 230 and the guide plate ensure accurate feed delivery. It complements the swallowing type of the basic feeding component 100 and solves the feeding conflict in multi-species mixed breeding.

[0029] In some possible embodiments, such as Figure 2 , Figure 4 As shown, the fixing component 300 includes: a suction cup 310, which is detachably disposed on the outer side wall of the corresponding splicing base 130; a docking base 311, which is fixedly disposed on the outer side wall of the corresponding splicing base 130 and docks with the suction cup 310; a fixing plate 320, which is fixedly disposed outside the feeding port 110; and a float 330, which is disposed at the bottom of the fixing plate 320.

[0030] In this embodiment, the mating seat 311 on the outer wall of the splicing seat 130 is connected to the suction cup 310 by a threaded connection. When the device contacts the wall of the aquaculture container or the bottom of the pond, the suction cup 310 adsorbs onto the contact surface to form multiple radial fixing points, providing horizontal fixing force for the main body of the device. The fixing plate 320 outside the feeding port 110 is equipped with a float 330. The upward buoyancy generated by the float 330 is transmitted to the feeding port 110 through the fixing plate 320, so that the feeding port 110 is always kept above the water surface to avoid water backflow. At the same time, the buoyancy is balanced with the weight of the device itself and the adsorption force of the bottom suction cup 310 to prevent the device from floating or sinking as a whole.

[0031] In some possible embodiments, such as Figure 1 As shown, both the first discharge port 142 and the second discharge port 230 are covered with perforated mesh, and the aperture of the perforated mesh is larger than the diameter of the feed.

[0032] In this embodiment, the aperture is larger than the feed diameter to ensure that the feed passes smoothly through the perforated mesh under the action of gravity. Since the first discharge port 142 corresponds to the swallowing type biological feeding chamber 140 and the second discharge port 230 corresponds to the scraping type biological scraping platform 220, the farmed organisms may try to approach the discharge port due to their high feeding enthusiasm. The mesh size of the perforated mesh can effectively block the organism's body from entering the conveying channel inside the discharge port, avoiding the organism from accidentally entering and causing the channel to be blocked.

[0033] In some possible embodiments, such as Figure 2 As shown, the horizontal height of the fixing plate 320 is lower than the top edge of the feeding port 110.

[0034] In this embodiment, the height of the fixing plate 320 is lower than the top edge of the feeding port 110, so that the fixing plate 320 is at the upper-middle force balance point of the feeding port 110. The upward buoyancy generated by the float 330 can be evenly transmitted to the entire feeding port 110 through the fixing plate 320. This avoids the buoyancy from being concentrated at the top of the feeding port 110 due to the fixing plate 320 being too high, which would cause the device to tilt. It also prevents the buoyancy from being insufficient due to the fixing plate 320 being too low, which would not be able to effectively support the feeding port 110 above the water surface.

[0035] In some possible embodiments, such as Figure 3 As shown, the height of the fence 221 is 5cm-8cm, and the edges are rounded.

[0036] In this embodiment, the height range of 5cm-8cm has been verified through biological behavior tests. It can prevent the feed in the scraping platform 220 from spreading outward due to water flow or biological feeding activities, ensuring that the feed is concentrated in the feeding area and improving feed utilization. Furthermore, it will not prevent benthic organisms from climbing to the scraping platform 220 to feed due to excessive height. The adjustable height allows the enclosure 221 to be adapted to scraping organisms of different sizes, expanding the applicability of the device.

[0037] In some possible embodiments, the feeding port 110, each vertical tube 120, each splice seat 130 and the partition plate 210 are all made of transparent acrylic sheet material.

[0038] In this embodiment, the transparent material with high light transmittance allows the operator to clearly observe the conveying status of feed in the channel formed by the feeding port 110, the vertical pipe 120 and the partition plate 210, promptly detect and quickly deal with problems such as feed blockage, and at the same time observe the feeding situation of the organisms in the feeding bin 140 and the scraping platform 220, and adjust the feeding amount according to the remaining amount of feed to achieve precise feeding.

[0039] In this application, it should be noted that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "axial," "radial," and "circumferential" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this application.

[0040] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this application, "multiple" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0041] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation" and "connection" 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. The term "multiple" refers to two or more, unless otherwise expressly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0042] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first feature is in direct contact with the second feature, or that the first feature is in indirect contact with the second feature through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "on top of," and "over" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0043] In this application, the terms "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "specific embodiment," etc., refer to a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example, which is included in at least one embodiment or example of this application. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0044] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit this application. Various modifications and variations can be made to this application by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. An integrated device for cultivation and adaptive feeding, characterized in that, include: The basic feeding component is used to achieve a stable basic feeding function. It includes a feeding port and multiple vertical pipes. The multiple vertical pipes are assembled by a detachable splicing base. The overall length can be flexibly adjusted according to the depth of the aquaculture water. The bottom of the vertical pipe at the end is provided with a first discharge port to realize the non-scattering delivery of feed from the feeding port to the first discharge port. A zoned feeding component is integrated on the basic feeding component, including a partition plate and a second discharge port. The partition plate is set inside the feeding port and extends into the cavity of the corresponding vertical pipe to form an independent dual conveying channel. The second discharge port is opened on the side wall of the corresponding vertical pipe to realize zoned conveying of different feeds. The fixing component is detachably mounted on the basic feeding component and includes two fixing methods for fixing the entire device.

2. The integrated cultivation and adaptive feeding device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The basic feeding components include: The feeding port adopts a funnel-shaped structure that is wider at the top and narrower at the bottom; Multiple vertical tubes are coaxially inserted into the bottom of the feeding port; Multiple splicing seats, each with a sealing ring on its inner side, are fitted between two adjacent vertical pipes; The feeding chamber is located at the bottom end of the vertical tube at the end, and has a box-shaped structure with an open top. The guide channel is smoothly transitioned in an arc shape between the bottom end of the vertical tube and the feed inlet of the feeding chamber; The first discharge port is located at the feed inlet of the feeding chamber and is connected to the guide channel.

3. The integrated cultivation and adaptive feeding device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The partitioned feeding component includes: A partition plate is disposed inside the feeding port and extends into the cavity corresponding to the vertical tube; The scraping platform is fixed in a ring shape and coaxially to the outer wall of the corresponding vertical tube; A barrier, encircling the edge of the scraping platform; The second discharge port is located on the side wall corresponding to the vertical pipe and is flush with the surface of the scraping platform, and is connected to one of the channels formed by the partition plate; A buffer ramp is inclinedly set at the bottom edge of the scraping platform.

4. The integrated cultivation and adaptive feeding device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The fixing component includes: The suction cup is detachably mounted on the outer wall of the corresponding splicing base; A docking seat is fixedly installed on the outer side wall of the corresponding splicing seat and docks with the suction cup; A fixing plate is fixedly installed outside the feeding port; The pontoon is located at the bottom of the fixed plate.

5. The integrated cultivation and adaptive feeding device according to claim 3, characterized in that, Both the first and second discharge ports are covered with perforated mesh, and the aperture of the perforated mesh is larger than the diameter of the feed.

6. The integrated cultivation and adaptive feeding device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The horizontal height of the fixing plate is lower than the top edge of the feeding port.

7. The integrated cultivation and adaptive feeding device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The fence is 5cm-8cm high and has rounded edges.

8. The integrated cultivation and adaptive feeding device according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, The feeding port, each of the vertical tubes, each of the splicing bases, and the partition plate are all made of transparent acrylic sheet.

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