An automated garden maintenance and irrigation robot that cruises around

Abstract

This utility model discloses an automatically navigating garden maintenance irrigation robot, relating to the field of garden maintenance irrigation robots. The utility model includes a moving mechanism and an irrigation mechanism. The irrigation mechanism includes a water tank, with an adjustable nozzle and a protective mechanism on the top of the water tank. The utility model incorporates a protective mechanism, an adjusting rod, a top cover, a mounting base, a motor, a winding roller, a traction rope, a counterweight ring, and a folding cover. The adjusting rod features a threaded adjustment design, allowing for precise adjustment of the protective height to meet the needs of different operating scenarios. The top cover and the mirror-symmetrically arranged mounting base together form a stable support structure, ensuring balanced force distribution. The motor-driven winding roller automatically retracts and extends the traction rope, and when unfolded, it completely covers the water nozzle, combining excellent protective performance with high space utilization. This protective system effectively prevents the water nozzle from being exposed to dust, rainwater erosion, and direct sunlight.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of automatic irrigation robots for garden maintenance, specifically an automatic patrolling automatic irrigation robot for garden maintenance. Background Technology

[0002] The automated irrigation robot for garden maintenance is an automated device that integrates intelligent navigation, precision irrigation and environmental monitoring functions. It can autonomously plan its path, identify the water needs of plants and complete efficient irrigation operations. It also has obstacle avoidance, remote control and data analysis capabilities, and is suitable for intelligent maintenance solutions in large-scale gardens, parks or agricultural settings.

[0003] Traditional robot water nozzles are usually exposed to the elements, and long-term exposure to dust, rain, or sunlight can easily clog the nozzles or accelerate aging, leading to reduced irrigation efficiency, increased maintenance costs, and shortened equipment lifespan. In such cases, some robots are equipped with fixed baffles or simple dust covers for protection. However, this method of protection cannot flexibly adjust the protection range according to irrigation needs, and traditional protective covers mostly rely on manual adjustment and cannot be linked with the robot's operating status. Utility Model Content

[0004] Based on this, the purpose of this utility model is to provide an automatic garden maintenance irrigation robot with automatic cruise capability, so as to solve the technical problems of insufficient protection of water gun heads, inconvenient adjustment, inability to adapt to the working environment, and lack of intelligent linkage between the protection mechanism and the operating status of the equipment in traditional irrigation robots.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: an automatic garden maintenance irrigation robot with automatic cruising capability, comprising a moving mechanism and an irrigation mechanism, wherein the irrigation mechanism includes a water tank, and the top of the water tank is provided with an adjustable gun body and a protective mechanism; The protective mechanism includes an adjusting rod that is adjusted by a thread. A top cover is provided on the top of the adjusting rod, and two mounting seats are provided on the top of the top cover. A motor is provided on one side of each of the two mounting seats, and the output end of the motor extends into the mounting seat and is fixedly connected to the winding roller. A traction rope is wound on the winding roller. The bottom of the traction rope is fixedly connected to a counterweight ring, and the top of the counterweight ring is provided with a folding cover, and the top of the folding cover is fixedly connected to the top cover.

[0006] By adopting the above technical solution, the automatic cruise and precision irrigation are integrated through the coordination of the mobile mechanism and the irrigation mechanism. The protective mechanism can automatically unfold / fold the shield to avoid the water gun head from being exposed for a long time, which may cause blockage or aging.

[0007] Furthermore, the structure of the counterweight ring is the same as that of the top cover edge, and the unwinding of the take-up roller can cause the folding baffle to block the water gun head.

[0008] By adopting the above technical solution, the symmetrical structure of the counterweight ring and the top cover ensures that the shield fits completely against the water gun head when it is deployed, preventing deviation. The counterweight ring provides downward pressure to offset the effects of wind or vibration on the shield and ensures protective stability.

[0009] Furthermore, the two mounting bases are mirror images of each other along the central axis of the top cover, and the entire mounting base is made of engineering plastic.

[0010] By adopting the above technical solutions, the mirror symmetrical layout distributes the force, avoiding mechanical fatigue caused by unilateral load. The engineering plastic material reduces weight and is resistant to outdoor humidity, sun exposure and other environmental erosion.

[0011] Furthermore, the moving mechanism includes a vehicle body, and two tracked wheels for movement are provided on both sides of the vehicle body.

[0012] By adopting the above technical solutions, the tracked wheels enhance the vehicle's ability to traverse complex terrains such as slopes and mud, while the track structure distributes the pressure on the vehicle body, reducing the risk of ground subsidence.

[0013] Furthermore, a baffle is installed at the front end of the vehicle body via an adjusting cylinder, and the baffle is used to protect the vehicle body.

[0014] By adopting the above technical solution, the baffle protects the front of the vehicle body from impacts by obstacles such as bushes and rocks, and the adjustable cylinder dynamically adjusts the height of the baffle to adapt to different operating scenarios.

[0015] Furthermore, an irrigation mechanism is fixedly connected to the top of the vehicle body, the water tank is made of engineering plastic, a viewing port is provided on the outer surface of the water tank, and a scale is provided on the viewing port.

[0016] By adopting the above technical solution, the scale and the viewing port work together to monitor the water level in the water tank in real time, avoiding irrigation interruptions. The engineering plastic material reduces the overall weight and is also corrosion resistant.

[0017] Furthermore, the adjusting gun body is rotatably connected to the water tank, and the adjusting gun body is equipped with a water gun head.

[0018] By adopting the above technical solution, the rotating connection structure supports multi-angle spraying of the water gun head at both upward and downward angles, adapting to the irrigation needs of different plant heights or area shapes.

[0019] Furthermore, the bottom of the baffle is provided with a rubber sheet, which is used to protect the ground.

[0020] By adopting the above technical solutions, the rubber sheeting buffers the impact force when the vehicle moves, preventing scratches on lawns or hardened roads, reducing equipment vibration and noise, and improving the environmental friendliness of the garden.

[0021] In summary, the present invention has the following main advantages: 1. This utility model includes a protective mechanism, an adjusting rod, a top cover, a mounting base, a motor, a winding roller, a traction rope, a counterweight ring, and a folding shield. The adjusting rod features a threaded adjustment design, allowing for precise adjustment of the protective height to meet the needs of different operating scenarios. The top cover and the mirror-symmetrically arranged mounting base together form a stable support structure, ensuring balanced force. The motor-driven winding roller automatically winds up and down the traction rope to achieve dynamic control of the opening and closing range of the folding shield. The entire process requires no manual intervention. The structural design of the counterweight ring matching the edge of the top cover provides stable downward pressure when the shield is unfolded, effectively preventing deviation caused by wind or vibration and ensuring tight protection. The folding shield is made of flexible and wear-resistant material, allowing for compact storage when wound up and complete coverage of the water gun head when unfolded, combining excellent protective performance and space utilization. This protective system effectively prevents the water gun head from being corroded by dust, rainwater, and direct sunlight, significantly extending the service life of the equipment. At the same time, intelligent adjustment improves operational adaptability and reliability. 2. This utility model is equipped with an adjusting cylinder and a baffle. The adjusting cylinder can intelligently adjust the lifting height of the baffle according to the actual operation requirements. When operating in complex terrain, the protection range can be flexibly adjusted to effectively avoid collision between the front of the vehicle and obstacles. The baffle is made of high-strength material, and the rubber skin at its bottom can not only protect the ground from being scratched during movement, but also play a role in buffering and shock absorption, reducing the noise and vibration of the equipment during operation. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention; Figure 2 This is a bottom-view three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention; Figure 3 This utility model Figure 2 Enlarged structural diagram at point A; Figure 4 This is a partial three-dimensional structural diagram of the folding cover of this utility model.

[0023] In the diagram: 1. Moving mechanism; 101. Vehicle body; 102. Track wheel; 103. Adjusting cylinder; 104. Baffle; 2. Irrigation mechanism; 201. Water tank; 202. Adjusting gun body; 203. Water gun head; 3. Protective mechanism; 301. Adjusting rod; 302. Top cover; 303. Mounting base; 304. Motor; 305. Winding roller; 306. Traction rope; 307. Counterweight ring; 308. Folding cover. Detailed Implementation

[0024] The technical solutions of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain the present invention, and should not be construed as limiting the present invention.

[0025] An automated, cruise-type garden maintenance and irrigation robot, such as Figure 1-4 As shown, it includes a moving mechanism 1 and an irrigation mechanism 2. The irrigation mechanism 2 includes a water tank 201, and the top of the water tank 201 is provided with an adjustable gun body 202 and a protective mechanism 3. The protective mechanism 3 includes an adjusting rod 301, which is adjusted by a thread. A top cover 302 is provided on the top of the adjusting rod 301. Two mounting seats 303 are provided on the top of the top cover 302. A motor 304 is provided on one side of each of the two mounting seats 303. The output end of the motor 304 extends into the mounting seat 303 and is fixedly connected to the winding roller 305. A traction rope 306 is wound on the winding roller 305. A counterweight ring 307 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the traction rope 306. A folding baffle 308 is set on the top of the counterweight ring 307, and the top of the folding baffle 308 is fixedly connected to the top cover 302. The moving mechanism 1 is combined with the irrigation mechanism 2 to support automatic cruise and irrigation synchronous operation without manual intervention. The protective mechanism 3 drives the winding roller 305 through the motor 304 to control the unfolding or retraction of the folding baffle 308, so as to avoid the water gun head 203 being exposed to the external environment for a long time, reducing the risk of clogging and aging. The adjusting rod 301 realizes the precise adjustment of the height of the top cover 302 through the threaded structure, adapting to water gun heads 203 with different spray angles, ensuring that the coverage of the baffle matches the operation requirements.

[0026] See Figure 1 The counterweight ring 307 has the same structure as the top cover edge. After the winding roller 305 unwinds, it can cause the folded baffle 308 to block the water gun head 203. The symmetrical structure of the counterweight ring 307 and the top cover 302 edge ensures that the baffle fits completely against the outer edge of the water gun head 203 when it is unfolded, preventing water mist from overflowing or foreign objects from entering. The counterweight ring 307 provides uniform downward pressure when the baffle is unfolded, counteracting the displacement caused by wind or equipment vibration, and ensuring the stability of the protective structure.

[0027] See Figure 3 , Figure 4 Two mounting bases 303 are mirrored along the central axis of the top cover 302, and the entire mounting base 303 is made of engineering plastic. The mirrored mounting bases 303 distribute the load of the motor 304 and the winding roller 305, avoiding mechanical fatigue or deformation caused by unilateral force. The engineering plastic material is resistant to outdoor ultraviolet rays and humid environment corrosion, while reducing the overall weight and improving the equipment's movement efficiency.

[0028] See Figure 1 , Figure 4 The mobile mechanism 1 includes a vehicle body 101, with two tracked wheels 102 on both sides of the vehicle body 101 for movement. The tracked wheels 102 enhance the robot's ability to pass through uneven ground such as mud, slopes, and gravel, avoiding the problem of slipping or sinking in traditional wheeled structures. The track design distributes the pressure of the vehicle body 101 evenly to the ground, reducing pressure damage to lawns or soft soil.

[0029] See Figure 1 , Figure 2 The front end of the vehicle body 101 is equipped with a baffle 104 via an adjusting cylinder 103, and the baffle 104 is used to protect the vehicle body 101. The irrigation mechanism 2 is fixed on the top of the vehicle body 101. The water tank 201 is made of engineering plastic and has an external viewing port with a scale. The engineering plastic water tank 201 resists scale and chemical corrosion, while reducing the overall weight of the equipment and reducing energy consumption.

[0030] See Figure 1 , Figure 4 The adjustable gun body 202 is rotatably connected to the water tank 201, and the adjustable gun body 202 is equipped with a water gun head 203. The rotation design of the adjustable gun body 202 allows the water gun head 203 to adjust the elevation angle or depression angle to adapt to the irrigation needs of plants of different heights or complex terrain.

[0031] See Figure 3 , Figure 4 The bottom of the baffle 104 is provided with a rubber sheet, which is used to protect the ground. The rubber sheet buffers the impact on the ground when the vehicle moves, and prevents the track wheel 102 or the baffle 104 from scratching the lawn or hardened road surface.

[0032] The implementation principle of this embodiment is as follows: After the automatic cruise function is activated, the track wheel 102 of the moving mechanism 1 drives the vehicle body 101 to travel along the preset path. The lifting height of the baffle 104 is controlled by the cylinder 103 to adapt to different terrains and protect the front of the vehicle body. Subsequently, the motor 304 of the protective mechanism 3 drives the winding roller 305 to release the traction rope 306. The counterweight ring 307 presses down on the traction rope 306 due to gravity, which drives the folding cover 308 to unfold and completely cover the water gun head 203. At the same time, the height of the top cover 302 is precisely adjusted by the thread structure of the adjusting rod 301 to ensure that the folding cover 308 is dynamically matched with the water gun head 203 at different angles. During irrigation, the water pump delivers water from the water tank 201 to the water gun head 203 through the adjusting gun body 202. During spraying, the folding cover 308 maintains a stable cover under the synergistic effect of the counterweight ring 307 and the traction rope 306, preventing water spray or external debris from entering. After the operation is completed, the motor 304 reverses to rewind the traction rope 306, and the folding cover 308 retracts and returns to its original position below the top cover 302. At the same time, the bottom rubber sheet of the baffle 104 cushions the vibration of the vehicle body and protects the ground during movement. In addition, the synchronous control of motor 304 and winding roller 305 enables the unfolding / winding of folding cover 308 to be intelligently linked with the start and stop status of the robot, realizing an automated process of "protection during operation and sealing when the machine stops". The height of the top cover 302 is finely adjusted by adjusting the thread of the adjusting rod 301 to adapt to different spray angles of the water gun head 203, such as upward spray and horizontal spray, to ensure that the folding baffle 308 always fits tightly against the outer edge of the water gun head 203. The symmetrical structural design of the counterweight ring 307 and the top cover 302, combined with the engineering plastic mounting base 303, effectively counteracts the offset torque caused by wind or vibration, ensuring the tightness of protection. The combination of track wheels 102 and adjusting cylinders 103 enables the robot to traverse complex terrains such as ramps and gravel, while the rubber sheeting of the baffles 104 further reduces friction damage to lawns or hardened surfaces.

[0033] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, these specific embodiments are merely explanations of the present invention and are not intended to limit the invention. The specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. After reading this specification, those skilled in the art may make modifications, substitutions, and variations to the embodiments as needed without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, provided that such modifications, substitutions, and variations are within the scope of the claims of the present invention and are protected by patent law.

Claims

1. An automatically patrolling garden maintenance and irrigation robot, characterized in that: It includes a moving mechanism (1) and an irrigation mechanism (2). The irrigation mechanism (2) includes a water tank (201). The top of the water tank (201) is provided with an adjustable gun body (202) and a protective mechanism (3). The protective mechanism (3) includes an adjusting rod (301), which is adjusted by a thread. A top cover (302) is provided on the top of the adjusting rod (301). Two mounting seats (303) are provided on the top of the top cover (302). A motor (304) is provided on one side of each of the two mounting seats (303). The output end of the motor (304) extends into the mounting seat (303) and is fixedly connected to the winding roller (305). A traction rope (306) is wound on the winding roller (305). The bottom of the traction rope (306) is fixedly connected to a counterweight ring (307), and the top of the counterweight ring (307) is provided with a folding cover (308), and the top of the folding cover (308) is fixedly connected to the top cover (302).

2. The automatic irrigation robot for garden maintenance with automatic cruising as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The structure of the counterweight ring (307) is the same as that of the top cover edge. After the winding roller (305) is unwound, it can cause the folding baffle (308) to block the water gun head (203).

3. The automatic irrigation robot for garden maintenance with automatic cruising as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The two mounting bases (303) are mirror images of the central axis of the top cover (302), and the entire material of the mounting bases (303) is engineering plastic.

4. The automatic irrigation robot for garden maintenance with automatic cruising as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The moving mechanism (1) includes a vehicle body (101), and two tracked wheels (102) for moving are provided on both sides of the vehicle body (101).

5. The automatic irrigation robot for garden maintenance with automatic cruising as described in claim 4, characterized in that: The front end of the vehicle body (101) is equipped with a baffle (104) via an adjusting cylinder (103), and the baffle (104) is used to protect the vehicle body (101).

6. The automatic irrigation robot for garden maintenance with automatic cruising as described in claim 4, characterized in that: An irrigation mechanism (2) is fixedly connected to the top of the vehicle body (101). The water tank (201) is made of engineering plastic. A viewing port is provided on the outer surface of the water tank (201), and a scale is provided on the viewing port.

7. The automatic irrigation robot for garden maintenance with automatic cruising as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The adjustable gun body (202) is rotatably connected to the water tank (201), and the adjustable gun body (202) is provided with a water gun head (203).

8. The automatic irrigation robot for garden maintenance with automatic cruising as described in claim 5, characterized in that: The bottom of the baffle (104) is provided with a rubber sheet, which is used to protect the ground.

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