Cabinets and containment units

Abstract

To provide a cabinet and a housing unit that can adjust a component amount delivered to an object while the number of components is made smaller.SOLUTION: A cabinet comprises: a housing part 306 in which cultivated products 400 are housed; a door part 308 which opens the housing part 306; a first adjustment part 310 which adjusts an opening degree of the door part 308 with respect to the housing part 306; and a light source 302 which emits light toward the cultivated products 400, where the light source is arranged for the door part 308, and the light source 302 draws apart from the housing part 306 as the opening degree becomes larger.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present disclosure relates to a cabinet and a storage unit. [Background technology]

[0002] A plant growing device for accommodating a plant to be grown has been proposed. The plant growing device described in Patent Document 1 has a chamber for accommodating the plant, a light source for irradiating the plant with light, and a door for opening and closing the chamber. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0003] [Patent Document 1] Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2013-165706 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0004] A user may want to adjust the amount of light emitted from a light source, which is an example of a component source, to a plant, which is an example of a target object. In this case, the plant growing device, which is an example of a cabinet, needs to be provided with an adjustment mechanism for adjusting the distance between the light source and the plant, separate from the door. This can result in a problem of an increased number of parts.

[0005] The present disclosure has been made to solve the problems described above, and in one aspect, its object is to provide a cabinet and storage unit that can adjust the amount of components emitted to an object while reducing the number of parts. [Means for solving the problem]

[0006] According to one aspect of the present disclosure, a cabinet includes a storage section for storing an object, a door section for opening the storage section, a first adjustment section for adjusting the degree of opening of the door section relative to the storage section, and a component source for emitting a predetermined component toward the object. The component source is disposed in the door section. As the degree of opening increases, the component source moves away from the storage section. [Effects of the Invention]

[0007] According to the present disclosure, it is possible to provide a cabinet and a storage unit that can adjust the amount of components emitted to an object while reducing the number of parts. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0008] [Figure 1] FIG. 2 is a perspective view of the cultivation unit of the present embodiment. [Figure 2] FIG. 2 is a perspective view of the cultivation unit of the present embodiment. [Figure 3] FIG. 2 is a front view of the cultivation unit of this embodiment. [Figure 4] A view of the cultivation unit from another angle. [Figure 5] FIG. 10 is a diagram showing a second supporting mode of the cultivation unit. [Figure 6] FIG. 10 is a diagram showing a third supporting mode of the cultivation unit. [Figure 7] 10 is a top view of the cultivation device, the first support member, and the second support member supported in the third supporting mode. FIG. [Figure 8] 10 is a perspective view of the first support member and the second support member in the first support mode when the cultivation device is omitted. FIG. [Figure 9] FIG. 2 is a perspective view of a first support member and a second support member. [Figure 10] FIG. 10 is a diagram illustrating a second adjustment unit. [Figure 11] FIG. 10 is a diagram showing a state in which the door portion is open. [Figure 12] FIG. 10 is a diagram showing a state in which the door portion is open. [Figure 13]FIG. 10 is a diagram showing a state in which the door portion conceals the storage portion. [Figure 14] FIG. 2 is a diagram illustrating a path of a light source. [Figure 15] FIG. [Figure 16] FIG. [Figure 17] FIG. [Figure 18] FIG. 10 is a diagram showing a first storage state. [Figure 19] FIG. 10 is a diagram showing a second storage mode. [Figure 20] FIG. 10 is a diagram showing a second storage mode. [Figure 21] FIG. 10 is a diagram showing a second storage mode. [Figure 22] FIG. 10 is a diagram showing a second storage mode. [Figure 23] FIG. 4 is a diagram illustrating reflected light from a reflecting member. [Figure 24] FIG. 4 is a diagram illustrating reflected light from a reflecting member. [Figure 25] FIG. 10 is a diagram showing a cultivation device according to another embodiment. [Figure 26] FIG. 10 is a diagram showing a cultivation device according to another embodiment. [Figure 27] 10 is a configuration example of a cultivation unit according to another embodiment. [Figure 28] FIG. 10 is a diagram showing an example of a cabinet on which a pattern or the like is formed. [Figure 29] FIG. 10 is a diagram showing a cultivation device according to another embodiment. [Figure 30] 10A and 10B are views showing a support member according to another embodiment; [Figure 31] 10 is a diagram showing a cross-sectional shape of a first support member of another embodiment. FIG. [Figure 32] 10 is a diagram showing a cross-sectional shape of a first support member of another embodiment. FIG. [Figure 33] FIG. 10 is a diagram showing a modified example of the second storage mode. [Figure 34] FIG. 10 is a diagram showing a modified example of the second storage mode. [Figure 35] FIG. 10 is a diagram showing a modified example of the second storage mode. [Figure 36] 10A and 10B are diagrams illustrating modified examples of the support member. [Figure 37] FIG. 10 is a diagram showing a modified example of the third supporting mode. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0009] The present embodiment will be described in detail below with reference to the drawings. In the embodiments described below, unless otherwise specified, the present embodiment is not limited to the quantities mentioned. Furthermore, the same reference numerals are used for the same or equivalent parts, and redundant descriptions may not be repeated. Furthermore, it is intended from the beginning that at least some of the configurations in each embodiment may be used in appropriate combination.

[0010] [Example of cultivation unit configuration] 1 and 2 are perspective views of the cultivation unit 10 of this embodiment. FIGS. 3 and 4 are views of the cultivation unit 10 viewed from different angles. The cultivation unit 10 corresponds to the "object unit" of the present disclosure. The cultivation unit 10 is a unit for a user to hydroponically cultivate a cultivated object 400. The cultivated object 400 is an example of a storage object. The cultivated object 400 is, for example, a plant or a vegetable. The cultivation unit 10 can be installed in any facility (for example, a private home). The cultivation unit 10 is placed on a placement surface 430 of the facility. The placement surface 430 is, for example, the floor surface of the facility.

[0011] The cultivation unit 10 includes a first support member 100, a second support member 200, and a cultivation device 300. The cultivation device 300 corresponds to the "cabinet" or "object" of the present disclosure. The cultivation device 300 of this embodiment has a columnar shape (extended shape), more specifically, a cylindrical shape. Note that the cultivation device 300 is not limited to a cylindrical shape, and may have, for example, a polygonal prism shape (e.g., a rectangular prism shape).

[0012] The cultivation device 300 includes a main body 305 and a door 308. The main body 305 has a storage section 306 formed therein. The storage section 306 is formed, for example, by cutting the center of a cylindrical member in the longitudinal direction (extension direction) of the cylindrical member. The cylindrical member in which the storage section 306 is formed serves as the main body 305. The cultivated object 400 is stored in a storage body 600, which is stored in the storage section 306. The user can attach and detach the storage body 600 to and from the cultivation device 300.

[0013] The door 308 is opened and closed by a user or the like. When the door 308 is opened, the storage section 306 is opened. On the other hand, when the door 308 is closed, the storage section 306 is concealed (see also FIG. 3). As a modified example, the door 308 may not completely conceal the storage section 306. In this embodiment, the culture apparatus 300 with the door 308 closed has a cylindrical shape (see also FIG. 3). A circular first end surface 321 is formed at one end of the culture apparatus 300, and a circular second end surface 322 is formed at the other end of the culture apparatus 300 (see FIG. 3).

[0014] Hereinafter, the extension direction of the culture device 300 (main body 305) is referred to as the first direction D1. The depth direction of the storage section 306 is referred to as the second direction D2. The first direction D1 and the second direction D2 are perpendicular to each other. The direction perpendicular to both the first direction D1 and the second direction D2 is referred to as the third direction D3.

[0015] 3 is a plan view of the cultivation unit 10 with the door section 308 closed, viewed from the third direction D3. FIG. 4 is a plan view of the cultivation unit 10 with the door section 308 closed, viewed from the first direction D1. For convenience, FIG. 4 shows a state in which the first support member 100 and the cultivation device 300 are separated, but in reality, the cultivation device 300 is in contact with the first support member 100.

[0016] A first side wall 308A, a second side wall 308B, and a curved wall 308C are formed on the door portion 308 on the side of the storage portion 306 (the back side of the door portion 308). The first side wall 308A, the second side wall 308B, and the curved wall 308C form a light source storage portion (light source storage space). The light source storage portion stores the light source 302. The first side wall 308A and the second side wall 308B have a semicircular shape curved along the circumferential direction of the cultivation device 300. The curved wall 308C has a shape curved along the circumferential direction of the cultivation device 300. The curved wall 308C causes the space formed by the light source storage portion to have an approximately semicylindrical shape.

[0017] A light source 302 is installed on the back surface of the door 308. The light source 302 emits light toward the cultivated object 400. The light source 302 corresponds to the "ingredient source" in this disclosure. The light corresponds to the "predetermined ingredient" in this disclosure. The cultivated object 400 performs photosynthesis using the light from the light source 302. This allows the user to grow the cultivated object 400. Furthermore, since the cultivated object 400 is a plant or vegetable, it generally has phototropism. For example, the cultivated object 400 bends toward the light source 302 as it grows due to phototropism.

[0018] Arc-shaped through-holes 311 are formed in the first side wall 308A and the second side wall 308B. Casters 313 protrude from the through-holes 311. The roles of the through-holes 311 and the casters 313 will be described later.

[0019] Furthermore, the cultivation device 300 has an adapter 371 and a wiring 372. When the adapter 371 is inserted into a power outlet (not shown), power is supplied from an AC power source (not shown) to the light source 302 through the adapter 371 and the wiring 372. The light source 302 is turned on by this power.

[0020] In the example of FIG. 1, the light source 302 consumes power from an adapter 371 (described later) to emit light. The light source 302 corresponds to the "driving member" of the present disclosure. The light source 302 is an LED (Light Emitting Diode) extending in a first direction D1. In the example of FIG. 1, a user can adjust the position of the light source 302 using a second adjustment unit (described later).

[0021] A handle 356 is formed at the central end of the door 308. The handle 356 is, for example, concave. A user inserts their hand into the concave handle 356 to open or close the door 308. The cultivation apparatus 300 has a first adjustment unit 310 that adjusts the degree of opening of the door 308, which will be described later. The first adjustment unit 310 of this embodiment maintains the degree of opening achieved by the user. More specifically, the first adjustment unit 310 maintains the degree of opening within the openable range of the door 308. The first adjustment unit 310 is typically a torque hinge. In this embodiment, the first adjustment units 310 are arranged at both ends of the door 308 in the first direction D1. The door 308 rotates around the first adjustment unit 310 (torque hinge) (see FIGS. 11 to 13, which will be described later).

[0022] In this way, the first adjustment unit 310 adjusts the degree of opening by, for example, maintaining the degree of opening of the door unit 308 opened by the user. As will be described later, the distance between the light source 302 and the storage unit 306 is adjusted depending on the degree of opening set by the first adjustment unit 310. In other words, the first adjustment unit 310 can adjust the amount of light from the light source 302 to the cultivated plant 400.

[0023] It should be noted that other mechanisms may be adopted instead of the torque hinge for the first adjustment unit 310. For example, the cultivation device 300 may be provided with a stay as the first adjustment unit 310. The degree of opening of the door unit 308 may be adjusted by this stay.

[0024] Furthermore, a vent hole 359 is formed between the two first adjustment parts 310. The storage part 306 is in communication with the outside through the vent hole 359. Therefore, regardless of whether the door part 308 is open or closed, air is supplied to the plant 400 from the vent hole 359. Note that the vent hole 359 does not necessarily have to be formed. Furthermore, the first adjustment part 310 (torque hinge) may be provided at the position of the vent hole 359.

[0025] The first support member 100 and the second support member 200 have the same shape. As shown in Fig. 4, the first support member 100 has a C-shape when viewed in a plan view from the thickness direction M1 (see Fig. 9) of the first support member 100. The second support member 200 also has a C-shape when viewed in a plan view from the thickness direction of the second support member 200.

[0026] In the example of Fig. 1, the cylindrical cultivation device 300 is supported so as to be surrounded by two extensions (described later) of the first support member 100 and two extensions of the second support member 200. The support mode of Fig. 1 is also referred to as the "first support mode." The remaining parts of Figs. 3 and 4 will be described later.

[0027] In addition, in the first supporting mode and the second supporting mode described below, the user can change the orientation of the housing body 600. In FIG. 1, the second through-hole 602 described below faces approximately in a first direction D1. On the other hand, in FIG. 2, the second through-hole 602 described below faces approximately in a third direction D3 (toward the user). In this way, the user can change the orientation of the housing body 600 according to the user's preference. In addition, in FIG. 2, the user can inject a culture medium through the second through-hole 602. This can improve user convenience.

[0028] 5 is a diagram showing a second support state of the cultivation unit 10. In the second support state, the first support member 100 and the second support member 200 in the first support state are upside down and support the cultivation device 300.

[0029] The height position (position in the second direction D2) of the cultivation apparatus 300 is higher when supported in the second supporting mode than when supported in the first supporting mode. For example, when the door 308 is open and the light source 302 is emitting light, if the cultivation apparatus 300 is supported in the second supporting mode, the user may feel the light is dazzling. In this case, the user changes the supporting mode to the first supporting mode. As a result, the height position of the cultivation apparatus 300 is lower than in the second supporting mode. Therefore, the user can reduce the glare of the light from the light source 302.

[0030] Furthermore, when the cultivation apparatus 300 is supported in the first support mode, the distance from the user's eyes to the cultivated object 400 is longer than in the second support mode. In such a case, the user may want to observe the cultivated object 400 up close. In this case, the user changes to the second support mode. This makes the height position of the cultivation apparatus 300 higher than in the first support mode. Therefore, the distance from the user's eyes to the cultivated object 400 can be shortened. As a result, the user can observe the cultivated object 400 up close.

[0031] Fig. 6 is a diagram showing a third supporting state of the cultivation unit 10. Fig. 7 is a diagram showing the cultivation device 300, the first supporting member 100, and the second supporting member 200 supported in the third supporting state as viewed from directly above. In the example of Fig. 6 and Fig. 7, the cylindrical cultivation device 300 stands upright and is held by the first supporting member 100 and the second supporting member 200.

[0032] For example, there may be cases where the arrangement space for the cultivation unit 10 is narrow. In the first support mode and the second support mode, the arrangement space for the cultivation unit 10 becomes too wide and the cultivation unit 10 cannot be arranged. In this case, the user changes to the third support mode. This makes it possible to narrow the arrangement space for the cultivation unit 10 compared to the first support mode and the second support mode. Therefore, even if the arrangement space for the cultivation unit 10 is narrow, the user can arrange the cultivation unit 10.

[0033] [Supporting member] Next, the first support member 100 and the second support member 200 will be described. FIGS. 8 and 9 are perspective views of the support unit 250. The support unit 250 of this embodiment is composed of the first support member 100 and the second support member 200. FIGS. 8 and 9 are perspective views of the first support member 100 and the second support member 200. FIG. 8 is a perspective view of the first support member 100 and the second support member 200 when the cultivation device 300 is omitted in the case of the first support mode. FIG. 9 is a perspective view of the first support member 100 and the second support member 200 when the cultivation device 300 is omitted in the case of the second support mode. Also, FIG. 4 and the like will be referenced as necessary. As described above, the first support member 100 and the second support member 200 have the same shape, so the first support member 100 will be described first.

[0034] The first support member 100 is composed of a base 103, a first extension 101, and a second extension 102. For convenience of explanation, the base 103, the first extension 101, and the second extension 102 will be described separately, but the base 103, the first extension 101, and the second extension 102 may be integrally formed. Alternatively, the base 103, the first extension 101, and the second extension 102 may be formed separately. In examples such as FIGS. 8 and 9, dashed boundary lines are shown between the base 103 and the first extension 101, and between the base 103 and the second extension 102, for convenience, but in reality, no such boundary lines are formed.

[0035] The base 103 is a central member of the C-shape. A first surface 131 and a second surface 132 are formed on the base 103. The first surface 131 and the second surface 132 are formed at opposing positions on the base 103. Here, "opposing positions" includes "completely opposing positions." Furthermore, "opposing positions" also includes "substantially opposing positions" due to variations in the manufacturing process of the first support member 100.

[0036] In this embodiment, the first surface 131 has a concave shape. More specifically, the first surface 131 has an arc-shaped cross section. However, the first surface 131 may have another shape as long as it can support the cultivation device 300. For example, the first surface 131 may have a triangular or rectangular cross section. Furthermore, the second surface 132 also has a concave shape. More specifically, the second surface 132 has an arc-shaped cross section. However, the second surface 132 may have another shape as long as it can support the cultivation device 300. For example, the second surface 131 may have a triangular or rectangular cross section.

[0037] A first extension portion 101 extending from one end 103A of the base 103 toward the second surface 132 is provided at the end 103A. A first end face 111 is formed at an end of the first extension portion 101 (the end opposite to the one end 103A). A second extension portion 102 extending from the other end 103B of the base 103 toward the second surface 132 is provided at the other end 103B. A second end face 112 is formed at an end of the second extension portion 102 (the end opposite to the other end 103B). The first extension portion 101 and the second extension portion 102 have a curved shape.

[0038] Furthermore, the first end face 111 and the second end face 112 are on the same plane. In other words, the second end face 112 exists on the plane formed by the first end face 111. In other words, the plane formed by the first end face 111 and the plane formed by the second end face 112 are on the same plane. Note that, due to variations in the manufacturing of the first support member 100, the first end face 111 and the second end face 112 may not be on the same plane.

[0039] The first support member 100 has a first side surface 141 (see FIG. 3) that is perpendicular to the first end surface 111 and the second end surface 112. The first support member 100 also has a second side surface 142 (see FIG. 3) that is perpendicular to the first end surface 111 and the second end surface 112. The first side surface 141 and the second side surface 142 face each other.

[0040] A fixing member 121 is formed on the first end surface 111. A fixing member 122 is formed on the second end surface 112. This fixing member will be described later.

[0041] Next, the second support member 200 will be described. The second support member 200 is composed of a base portion 203, a first extension portion 201, and a second extension portion 202. For ease of explanation, the base portion 203, the first extension portion 201, and the second extension portion 202 will be described separately, but the base portion 203, the first extension portion 201, and the second extension portion 202 may be formed integrally. Alternatively, the base portion 203, the first extension portion 201, and the second extension portion 202 may be formed separately.

[0042] The base 203 is a central member of the C-shape. A first surface 231 and a second surface 232 are formed on the base 203. The first surface 231 and the second surface 232 are formed at positions on the base 203 that face each other. Here, "facing positions" includes "completely facing each other." Furthermore, "facing positions" also includes "substantially facing positions" due to variations in the manufacturing process of the second support member 200.

[0043] In this embodiment, the first surface 231 has a concave shape. However, the first surface 231 may have another shape. For example, the first surface 231 may be a flat surface. The second surface 232 also has a concave shape. However, the second surface 232 may have another shape. For example, the second surface 232 may be a flat surface.

[0044] A first extension portion 201 extending from one end 203A of the base portion 203 toward the second surface 232 is provided at the one end 203A. A first end face 211 is formed at an end of the first extension portion 201 (the end opposite to the one end 203A). A second extension portion 202 extending from the other end 203B of the base portion 203 toward the second surface 232 is provided at the other end 203B. A second end face 212 is formed at an end of the second extension portion 202 (the end opposite to the other end 203B). Both the first extension portion 201 and the second extension portion 202 have a curved shape.

[0045] Furthermore, the first end face 211 and the second end face 212 are on the same plane. In other words, the second end face 212 exists on the plane formed by the first end face 211. In other words, the plane formed by the first end face 211 and the plane formed by the second end face 212 are on the same plane. Note that, due to variations in the manufacturing of the first support member 100, the first end face 211 and the second end face 212 may not be on the same plane.

[0046] The second support member 200 has a first side surface 241 that is perpendicular to the first end surface 211 and the second end surface 212. The second support member 200 also has a second side surface 242 that is perpendicular to the first end surface 211 and the second end surface 212. The first side surface 241 and the second side surface 242 face each other.

[0047] A fixing member 221 is formed on the first end surface 211. A fixing member 222 is formed on the second end surface 212. As shown in Fig. 3 and other figures, the first support member 100 and the second support member 200 have a predetermined thickness D. Note that Fig. 9 shows the thickness direction M1 of the first support member 100.

[0048] The first support member 100 and the second support member 200 are formed, for example, by laminating a plurality of C-shaped thin plate members. The first support member 100 and the second support member 200 may be made of any material, such as wood or resin.

[0049] Next, the first to third support modes will be described in detail. The first support mode is a state in which the periphery 131A of the first surface 131 of the first support member 100 and the periphery 231A of the first surface 231 of the second support member 200 are arranged on the arrangement surface 430, as shown in Figures 1 and 4. In this state, the first support mode is a mode in which the cultivation device 300 is supported by the second surface 132 so as to be surrounded by the first extension portion 101 and the second extension portion 102 of the first support member 100, and is supported by the second surface 232 so as to be surrounded by the first extension portion 201 and the second extension portion 202 of the second support member 200.

[0050] The second support mode (see FIG. 5) is a state in which the first end surface 111 and the second end surface 112 of the first support member 100 are arranged on the arrangement surface 430, and the first end surface 211 and the second end surface 212 of the second support member 200 are arranged on the arrangement surface 430. In this state, the second support mode is a mode in which the cultivation device 300 is held by the first surface 131 of the first support member 100 and the first surface 231 of the second support member 200.

[0051] As described above, variations in the manufacturing accuracy of the first support member 100 may result in a structure in which the first end face 111 and the second end face 112 are not on the same plane. Furthermore, variations in the manufacturing accuracy of the second support member 200 may result in a structure in which the first end face 211 and the second end face 212 are not on the same plane. Even in such cases, portions of the first end face 111, the second end face 112, the first end face 211, and the second end face 212 are disposed on the arrangement surface 430. In other words, in the first support member 100 and the second support member 200 of this embodiment, at least portions of the first end face 111, the second end face 112, the first end face 211, and the second end face 212 are disposed on the arrangement surface 430.

[0052] The third support mode (see FIG. 6) is a state in which the first side surface 141 of the first support member 100 and the first side surface 241 of the second support member 200 are arranged on the arrangement surface 430. Furthermore, the first end surface 111 of the first support member 100 and the first end surface 211 of the second support member 200 face each other, and the second end surface 112 of the first support member 100 and the second end surface 212 of the second support member 200 face each other (see FIG. 7). In this state, a cylindrical space is formed surrounded by the first support member 100 and the second support member 200. The height of this space corresponds to the thickness D (see FIG. 3) of the first support member 100 and the second support member 200. Then, when a user or the like inserts the cultivation apparatus 300 upright into the space, the cultivation apparatus 300 is supported in the third support mode. In addition, in this third support mode, the circular first end surface 321 is arranged on the arrangement surface 430. In this way, the end of the cultivation apparatus 300 is supported by the first support member 100 and the second support member 200. The end of the cultivation apparatus 300 is a portion located within the cylindrical space surrounded by the first support member 100 and the second support member 200.

[0053] Note that the first end surface 111 of the first support member 100 and the first end surface 211 of the second support member 200 may be spaced apart or in contact. Furthermore, the second end surface 112 of the first support member 100 and the second end surface 212 of the second support member 200 may be spaced apart or in contact. The examples in Figures 6 and 7 show an example in which the first end surface 111 of the first support member 100 and the first end surface 211 of the second support member 200 are in contact, and the second end surface 112 of the first support member 100 and the second end surface 212 of the second support member 200 are in contact.

[0054] Next, the fixing members will be described. As explained in Figure 8 and other figures, fixing members 121 are formed on the first end surface 111 of the first support member 100, and fixing members 122 are formed on the second end surface 112. Furthermore, fixing members 221 are formed on the first end surface 211 of the second support member 200, and fixing members 222 are formed on the second end surface 212.

[0055] These fixing members are members for fixing the support by the first support member 100 and the second support member 200 in the third support mode. For example, a magnet (e.g., a magnet with an N-pole) is formed as a fixing member 121 on the first end surface 111 of the first support member 100, and a magnet with a polarity opposite to that of the magnet (e.g., a magnet with an S-pole) is formed on the first end surface 211 of the second support member 200. Furthermore, a magnet (e.g., a magnet with an N-pole) is formed as a fixing member 122 on the second end surface 112 of the first support member 100, and a magnet with a polarity opposite to that of the magnet (e.g., a magnet with an S-pole) is formed on the second end surface 212 of the second support member 200. The magnetic force of these magnets can stably maintain the arrangement of the first support member 100 and the second support member 200 in the third support mode. As a result, the cultivation device 300 is stably supported by the first support member 100 and the second support member 200 in the third support mode. The magnet on the second end surface 112 of the first support member 100 and the magnet on the second end surface 212 of the second support member 200 may be omitted.

[0056] The fixing member may be any other member that fixes the opposing first end surface 111 of the first support member 100 and the first end surface 211 of the second support member 200. For example, the fixing member may be double-sided tape or Velcro (registered trademark). Note that Fig. 1 shows an example in which the first support member 100 and the second support member do not have fixing members.

[0057] [Cultivation equipment] Next, the detailed configuration of the cultivation device 300 will be described. Fig. 10 is a diagram showing the second adjustment unit 355. Fig. 10 is a diagram showing the light source 302 as viewed from above, for example, in the third direction D3 of Fig. 1. As described above, the first adjustment unit 310 (depending on the degree of opening of the door unit 308) can adjust the amount of light from the light source 302 to the cultivated object 400. In this embodiment, the second adjustment unit 355 can further adjust the amount of light from the light source 302 to the cultivated object 400.

[0058] The second adjustment part 355 includes a holding part 352, an arc-shaped through-hole 311 (see FIG. 1), a rod part 314, and a caster 313.

[0059] The holding portion 352 has a holding surface 352A and contact surfaces 352B and 352C. The holding portion 352 holds the light source 302 with the holding surface 352A. The contact surface 352B contacts the inner surface of the first side wall 308A. The contact surface 352C contacts the inner surface of the second side wall 308B. The holding portion 352 is also formed with a rod portion 314, which passes through the through hole 311. Furthermore, a caster 313 is formed on the portion of the rod portion 314 that protrudes from the through hole 311.

[0060] For example, the user grips caster 313 and operates caster 313, causing rod portion 314 to slide along the shape (arc shape in this embodiment) of through-hole 311. Therefore, the user can move light source 302 to the shape (arc shape in this embodiment) of through-hole 311.

[0061] 11 to 13 are cross-sectional views taken along line AA in Fig. 3. Fig. 11 and Fig. 12 show a state in which door portion 308 is open. Fig. 13 shows a state in which door portion 308 is concealing storage portion 306.

[0062] In this embodiment, the storage section 306 is formed in a rectangular parallelepiped shape. In this embodiment, the storage section 306 is a space surrounded by a first side wall 306A, a second side wall 306B, and a bottom wall 306C. As described above, the user can grip the casters 313 to move the light source 302 along an arc (along the shape of the through-hole 311). In the examples of FIGS. 11 to 13, locations M1, M2, and M3 are shown as locations where the light source 302 can be placed.

[0063] As described above, the door unit 308 is opened and closed by the user. The cultivation device 300 has a first adjustment unit 310. Note that, since Figs. 11 to 13 are cross-sectional views taken along line AA, the first adjustment unit 310 is not actually located at the position of line AA, but for convenience, the first adjustment unit 310 is depicted in Figs. 11 to 13. In Figs. 11 to 13, the first adjustment unit 310 may be referred to as a rotation shaft 329. The door unit 308 is rotated by the user around this rotation shaft 329.

[0064] 11 is greater than that of the door 308 in FIG. 12. Here, the degree of opening refers to the degree to which the storage section 306 is open to the outside (open air). The greater the degree of opening, the greater the portion of the cultivated plant 400 that the user can see.

[0065] The degree of opening is represented by the rotation angle θ of the door part 308 relative to the main body part 305. In the example of Fig. 11, the rotation angle θ1 is the angle determined by the horizontal line 305A (horizontal plane) of the main body part 305 and the horizontal line 308P (horizontal plane) of the door part 308. The horizontal line 305A is a line connecting the rotation axis 329 and the end part 305B of the main body part 305. The horizontal line 308P is a line connecting the rotation axis 329 and the end part 308B of the main body part 305 (for example, the handle part 356).

[0066] 12 shows rotation angle θ2, and FIG. 13 shows rotation angle θ3 (=zero). θ1>θ2>θ3. As shown in FIGS. 11 to 13, the larger the rotation angle θ, the greater the degree of opening. In other words, the smaller the rotation angle θ, the smaller the degree of opening. Furthermore, when door portion 308 conceals storage portion 306, rotation angle θ becomes zero. In this embodiment, the relationship that "the larger the rotation angle θ, the greater the degree of opening" is established when rotation angle θ falls within a predetermined range. The predetermined range is, for example, greater than or equal to 0 degrees and less than or equal to 120 degrees, and more specifically, the predetermined range is, for example, greater than or equal to 0 degrees and less than or equal to 90 degrees. The predetermined range corresponds to the openable / closable range described above.

[0067] 11 shows a distance L1 from the light source 302 to an arbitrary point in the housing 306 when the light source 302 is located at a location M2. In this embodiment, the arbitrary point is the midpoint 306X of the bottom wall 306C in the third direction D3. That is, the distance L1 is the distance from M2 to the midpoint 306X. Note that the arbitrary point may be another point. In the example of FIG. 12, a distance L2 from the light source 302 to the midpoint 306X is shown when the light source 302 is located at a location M2. In the example of FIG. 13, a distance L3 from the light source 302 to the midpoint 306X is shown when the light source 302 is located at a location M2. Furthermore, L1>L2>L3.

[0068] In this way, as the degree of openness increases, the distance L from the light source 302 to an arbitrary point on the housing section 306 (midpoint 306X in the examples of FIGS. 11 to 13) increases. Conversely, as the degree of openness decreases, the distance L from the light source 302 to the housing section 306 decreases.

[0069] FIG. 14 is a diagram showing the path Q of the light source 302. The light source 302 can be moved in an arc shape by the second adjustment unit 355 described above. That is, the path Q of the light source 302 is arc-shaped. In this embodiment, the path Q is arc-shaped with a center point 308X. This center point 308X is a point that belongs to the space inside the storage unit 306 when, for example, the degree of opening of the door unit 308 is minimum (for example, in the state shown in FIG. 13). Note that the center point 308X may be another point.

[0070] Next, the container 600 will be described. The container 600 is a box that contains one unit of cultivated product 400 and a culture W for growing the cultivated product 400. One unit of cultivated product 400 refers to, for example, one or more cultivated products 400. One or more containers, each containing one unit of cultivated product, are arranged in the cultivation device 300. By cultivating the cultivated product 400 in the container 600, the user can cultivate desired units of the cultivated product 400. In this embodiment, the culture W is liquid fertilizer (culture solution). The culture W may be solid fertilizer or an absorbent material (such as a urethane culture medium) impregnated with the liquid fertilizer. The container 600 may be made of any material. The container 600 may be made of metal, resin, wood, or any other material.

[0071] FIG. 15 is a see-through perspective view of the container 600. FIG. 16 is a cross-sectional view of the container 600 taken along line BB in FIG. 15. In the example of FIG. 16, the container 600 has a pentagonal cross section. The container 600 has a reference plate 610 (reference surface), a first plate 611 (first surface), a second plate 612 (second surface), a third plate 613 (third surface), and a fourth plate 614 (fourth surface). The space formed by the reference plate 610, the first plate 611, the second plate 612, the third plate 613, and the fourth plate 614 functions as a container section 640. The container section 640 contains the cultivated object 400 and the culture W.

[0072] The first plate 611 is parallel to the reference plate 610. The second plate 612 is oblique to the reference plate 610 and is bonded to the first plate 611. The third plate 613 is perpendicular to the reference plate 610 and is bonded to the first plate 611 and the reference plate 610. The fourth plate 614 is perpendicular to the reference plate 610 and is bonded to the second plate 612 and the reference plate 610.

[0073] The first plate 611 is provided with a first through-hole 601. The second plate 612 is provided with a second through-hole 602. The cultivated object 400 is accommodated in the container 600 such that the tip of the cultivated object 400 is exposed from the first through-hole 601 and the root of the cultivated object 400 is immersed in the culture W. The cultivated object 400 is accommodated in the container 600 such that the tip of the cultivated object 400 is exposed from the second through-hole 602 and the root of the cultivated object 400 is immersed in the culture W. The user can select whether the tip of the cultivated object 400 is exposed from the first through-hole 601 or the second through-hole 602.

[0074] The diameters of the first through hole 601 and the second through hole 602 are preferably within a range of 10 mm to 25 mm. If the diameters of the first through hole 601 and the second through hole 602 are less than 10 mm, the cultivated object 400 may not be properly exposed. If the diameter of the second through hole 602 is greater than 25 mm, the cultivated object 400 may fall out of the container 600 due to its own weight. The diameters of the first through hole 601 and the second through hole 602 may also be within a range of 15 mm to 25 mm.

[0075] 16, the direction in which the cultivated object 400 is accommodated in the first through hole 601 is referred to as the "accommodating direction E1." The accommodation direction E1 is also the normal direction to the first plane 601A formed by the first through hole 601. The direction in which the cultivated object 400 is accommodated in the second through hole 602 is referred to as the "accommodating direction E2." The accommodation direction E2 is also the normal direction to the second plane 602A formed by the second through hole 602.

[0076] When viewed in a plan view from the extension direction of the first plane 601A (i.e., the direction perpendicular to the paper surface of FIG. 16), the angle formed by a straight line in the storage direction E1 and a straight line in the storage direction E2 is referred to as "angle ω." The angle ω is an angle in the range of 20 degrees or more and 70 degrees or less. More preferably, the angle ω is an angle in the range of 30 degrees or more and 60 degrees or less.

[0077] The housing 600 also has a lid. FIG. 17 is a diagram showing the lid 630 in an open state. FIG. 16 is a diagram showing the lid 630 in a closed state. The housing 600 has an adjustment unit 620 that adjusts the degree of opening of the lid 630 relative to the housing unit 640. The adjustment unit 620 maintains the degree of opening set by the user. The adjustment unit 620 is configured, for example, by a torque hinge. In this way, the lid 630 rotates around the adjustment unit 620 as the rotation axis. The lid 630 may have a configuration other than a rotating configuration. For example, the lid 630 may be detachable from the main body of the housing 600 (a portion other than the lid 630).

[0078] Furthermore, the lid portion 630 includes a second through hole 602. Specifically, a part of the second plate 612 in which the second through hole 602 is formed functions as the lid portion 630. As a modified example, the lid portion 630 may include the first through hole 601. That is, a part of the first plate 611 in which the first through hole 601 is formed may function as the lid portion 630. Furthermore, at least a part of a plate in which neither the first through hole 601 nor the second through hole 602 is formed (for example, the third plate 613) may function as the lid portion 630.

[0079] 17, the container 600 has a first plug portion 6011 for closing the first through-hole 601. The shape of the first plug portion 6011 corresponds to the shape of the first through-hole 601. In the example of FIG. 17, the shape of the first plug portion 6011 is, for example, a cylindrical shape. The shape of the first plug portion 6011 may also be other shapes, such as a cone shape.

[0080] If a gap were to form between the first stopper 6011 and the first through-hole 601, the culture solution in the container 640 could spill out. Furthermore, if such a gap were to form, light could enter the container 600 through the gap, potentially causing blue-green algae and contaminating the inside of the container 600. Therefore, the first stopper 6011 closes the first through-hole 601 without creating a gap between the first stopper 6011 and the first through-hole 601. Furthermore, the first stopper 6011 is made of, for example, an elastic material (e.g., synthetic rubber such as urethane rubber or silicone rubber). Furthermore, to ensure the light-blocking properties of the first stopper 6011, a predetermined material (e.g., dye or pigment) is added to the first stopper 6011. The first stopper 6011 may have any structure as long as it prevents the culture solution in the container 600 from spilling out. The first plug portion 6011 may be, for example, any of a screw cap, a hinge cap, and a twist cap.

[0081] 17, first stopper 6011 is configured to be detachable from housing 600. However, for example, first stopper 6011 may have a connecting portion, and first stopper 6011 may be connected to housing 600 by the connecting portion. Furthermore, the connecting portion may be, for example, string-shaped. Furthermore, although not shown in FIG. 17, housing 600 may have a second stopper for closing second through-hole 602.

[0082] Next, we will explain the storage mode of the culture device 300. Figure 18 is a diagram for explaining the first storage mode. The first storage mode is a storage mode realized by the above-mentioned first holding mode and second holding mode.

[0083] 18 shows the main body 305, the light source 302, and the like. In the example of FIG. 18, four containers 600 are arranged. In the example of FIG. 18, the first storage mode is a mode in which the containers 600 are arranged so as to be perpendicular to the storage direction E1 and the first direction D1 (extension direction of the cultivation device 300). In the first storage mode, the cultivated object 400 stored in the container 600 is exposed from the first through-hole.

[0084] In the example of Fig. 18, the container 600 is housed in the container section 306 so that the reference plate 610 is in contact with the bottom wall 306C. The container 600 is stably positioned due to the weight of the cultivated object 400 and the container 600. Furthermore, since the cultivated object 400 faces the light source 302, light from the light source 302 can be applied to the cultivated object 400. As a result, the cultivation device 300 can grow the cultivated object 400 appropriately.

[0085] Fig. 19 is a diagram for explaining the second storage mode. The second storage mode is a storage mode realized in the third holding mode described above. As shown in Fig. 19, the four storage bodies 600 are also referred to as storage body 600A, storage body 600B, storage body 600C, and storage body 600D.

[0086] The cultivation device 300 also has a holding mechanism that holds the storage body 600. The storage in the second storage mode is realized by the holding mechanism. In this embodiment, the holding mechanism is configured with a convex member. Here, the convex member is a dowel 653. The dowel 653 is arranged on both the first side wall 306A and the second side wall 306B. The dowel 653 can be inserted into the dowel hole. In the example of FIG. 19, the reference plate 610 is held by the dowel 653. In the example of FIG. 19, a part of the storage body 600 (in the example of FIG. 19, the top part 654 of the storage body 600) is further held by a part of the storage section 306 (in the example of FIG. 19, the bottom wall 306C). FIG. 20 is a diagram showing a modified example of the second storage mode. As shown in FIG. 20, a part of the storage body 600 may be held by the dowel 653.

[0087] FIG. 21 is a diagram mainly showing the dowel 653 and the dowel hole into which the dowel 653 is inserted. In the example of FIG. 21, the cultivation device 300 and the housing 600 are indicated by dashed lines. Also, FIG. 22 is a diagram showing an example of the dowel holes formed in the first side wall 306A and the second side wall 306B. FIG. 22 is a plan view seen from the normal direction of the surface on which the first holding mechanism is formed (i.e., the surface of the first side wall 306A). In the example of FIG. 21, the dowel hole into which the dowel 653 is inserted is indicated by a black circle, and the dowel hole into which the dowel 653 is not inserted is indicated by a white circle.

[0088] In the example of the second storage mode shown in FIG. 6, the second end surface 322 is disposed on the placement surface 430. In the example of FIG. 6, when a user faces the cultivation apparatus 300 with the door 308 closed, the handle 356 is located on the user's left side, and the door 308 is rotated to the user's right to open. However, depending on the placement environment of the cultivation apparatus 300, when a user faces the cultivation apparatus 300 with the door 308 closed, the user may want to rotate the door 308 to the left to open it. In consideration of this case, the first end surface 321 may be disposed on the placement surface 430, that is, the cultivation apparatus 300 may be disposed upside down. In this way, even when the first end surface 321 is disposed on the placement surface 430, the cultivation apparatus 300 can accommodate the storage body 600 in the second storage mode. Hereinafter, the second storage mode in which the first end surface 321 is arranged on the arrangement surface 430 will be referred to as "second storage mode A", and the second storage mode in which the second end surface 322 is arranged on the arrangement surface 430 will be referred to as "second storage mode B". The second storage mode shown in FIG. 6 is the second storage mode B. The user can arrange the cultivation device 300 in either the second storage mode A or the second storage mode B, taking into account the arrangement environment of the cultivation device 300, etc.

[0089] FIG. 22 is a diagram showing dowel holes 653A and 653B formed in first side wall 306A and second side wall 306B. In the example of FIG. 22, two adjacent dowel holes 653A (two dowel holes diagonally facing each other), a dowel 653 inserted into each of the two dowel holes 653A, and two adjacent dowel holes 653B and a dowel 653 inserted into each of the two dowel holes 653B form a holding mechanism. Note that in the example of FIG. 22, for convenience, the two adjacent dowel holes 653A and the two adjacent dowel holes 653B are shown as "holding mechanism 671." Note that although only one holding mechanism 671 is shown in FIG. 22, three holding mechanisms 671 are formed by the other dowel holes.

[0090] The dowels 653 inserted into two adjacent dowel holes 653A each constitute a first holding mechanism. The dowels 653 inserted into two adjacent dowel holes 653B each constitute a second holding mechanism. The first holding mechanism holds the housing body 600 when in the second storage mode A. The second holding mechanism holds the housing body 600 when in the second storage mode B.

[0091] As shown in FIG. 22, the line connecting two adjacent dowel holes 653A is referred to as line 654A. The line connecting two adjacent dowel holes 653B is referred to as 654B. The intersection of line 654A and line 654B is referred to as intersection G. The first holding mechanism is formed by rotating the second holding mechanism 90 degrees around intersection G (see arrow β in FIG. 22). The term "90 degrees" also includes "approximately 90 degrees" due to manufacturing variations in dowel holes 653A and 653B.

[0092] For example, when the storage bodies 600 are stored in the cultivation device 300 in the second storage mode A, the user changes to the second storage mode B as follows. First, the user removes all the storage bodies 600 and removes the dowels 653 inserted into the dowel holes 653A. Then, the user turns the cultivation device 300 upside down. Then, the user inserts the dowels 653 into the dowel holes 653B and makes the dowels 653 hold the storage bodies 600.

[0093] Next, the relationship between the storage direction E2 and the first direction D1 will be described. FIG. 23 is a diagram showing the relationship between the storage direction E2 and the first direction D1. In the example of FIG. 20, when the light source 302 and the storage body 600 are viewed in a plane from the extension direction of the second plane 602A, the second storage mode is a mode in which the storage body 600 is arranged so that the storage direction E2 is not perpendicular to the first direction D1 (the extension direction of the cultivation device 300). More specifically, the storage direction E2 and the first direction D1 are parallel or approximately parallel. FIG. 23 shows an example in which the storage direction E2 and the first direction D1 are approximately parallel. FIG. 23 shows a normal line F2 extending from the second plane 602A formed by the second through hole 602 in a direction opposite to the direction inside the storage body 600. The normal line F2 is also a straight line along the storage direction E2. A straight line 302L in the extension direction of the light source 302 is also shown. The straight line 302L is also a straight line along the first direction D1. When the light source 302 and the housing body 600 are viewed in a plan view, the normal line F2 and the straight line 302L intersect at point S. As described above, "the housing direction E2 and the first direction D1 are approximately parallel" means that "when the light source 302 and the housing body 600 are viewed in a plan view, the normal line F2 and the straight line 302L (the straight line formed by the first direction D1) intersect at point S." The angle formed between the normal line F2 and the straight line 302L is referred to as "angle φ." The angle φ is an angle other than 90 degrees.

[0094] In this way, by storing the cultivated object 400 so that the normal line F2 and the straight line 302L intersect at point S (i.e., by storing the cultivated object 400 in the second storage mode), the cultivated object 400 can be oriented toward the light source 302. Therefore, for example, the illuminance of the cultivated object 400 from the light source 302 can be increased.

[0095] Furthermore, the larger the angle φ, the more the illuminance from the light source 302 to the cultivated plant 400 can be increased. However, if the angle φ is too large, the liquid nutrient contained in the container 600 will spill out of the second through-hole 602. Therefore, the angle φ is appropriately determined depending on the illuminance from the light source 302 to the cultivated plant 400 and whether or not the liquid nutrient will spill out of the through-hole.

[0096] 19 and 20, the rear side 400A of the cultivated object 400 (the side of the cultivated object 400 opposite to the light source 302) may not be sufficiently illuminated by light from the light source 302. Therefore, in this embodiment, the container 600 includes a reflecting member 662 for illuminating the entire cultivated object 400 with light from the light source. The reflecting member 662 may be any member that reflects light, such as a mirror, a reflector, or aluminum foil. In the example of FIG. 20, the reflecting member 662 is a thin plate-like member.

[0097] Hereinafter, the housings other than the bottom housing 600D (i.e., housings 600A to 600C) will also be referred to as "first housings." Furthermore, the housings other than the top housing 600A (i.e., housings 600B to 600D) will also be referred to as "second housings." Furthermore, the first housing and the second housing are housed adjacent to each other. The reflecting member 662 is disposed on the reference plate of the first housing (i.e., each of housings 600A to 600C).

[0098] FIG. 24 is a diagram illustrating light reflected from the reflecting member 662. In the example of FIG. 24, a storage body 600A is shown as the first storage body, and a storage body 600B is shown as the second storage body. As shown in FIG. 24, light from the light source 302 is mainly reflected toward a space E on the side of the second through-hole 602 of the storage body 600B opposite the interior 670 of the storage body 600B. The space E is "the space in which the exposed portion of the cultivated plant 400 from the second through-hole 602 is located when the cultivated plant 400 is stored in the storage body 600B."

[0099] In this way, by providing the reflective member 662 to the cultivation device 300, light can be directed to the entire cultivated object 400. The installation location of the reflective member 662 is not limited to the first housing, and it may be other locations. Examples of other locations include the housing section 306 or the door section 308. More specifically, the other location may be the wall surface of the housing section 306.

[0100] [Summary] (1-1) For example, in a conventional cultivation device, a user may want to adjust the amount of light emitted from a light source, which is an example of a component source, to a plant, which is an example of a target object. In this case, the plant cultivation device, which is an example of a cabinet, needs to be provided with an adjustment mechanism for adjusting the distance between the light source and the plant, separate from the door. This can result in a problem of an increased number of parts.

[0101] In contrast, in this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 11 to 13, the light source 302 is disposed on the door 308, and the first adjustment unit 310 adjusts the degree of opening of the door 308 relative to the storage unit 306. Furthermore, as the degree of opening increases, the light source 302 moves away from the storage unit 306. Therefore, the adjustment mechanism for adjusting the distance L between the light source 302 and the storage unit 306 (the cultivated object 400 stored in the storage unit 306) can be used as both an adjustment mechanism for adjusting the degree of opening of the door 308 relative to the storage unit 306. Therefore, the number of parts can be reduced compared to conventional cultivation devices. At the same time, the cultivation device 300 can adjust the amount of light emitted to the cultivated object 400.

[0102] (1-2) Furthermore, the first adjustment unit 310 maintains the degree of opening of the door unit 308 relative to the storage unit 306. Therefore, the degree of opening can be set to the user's desired degree.

[0103] (1-3) As shown in FIG. 10 and other figures, the cultivation device 300 further includes a second adjustment unit 355 that adjusts the distance L from the light source 302 to the accommodation unit 306. Therefore, the user can adjust the second adjustment unit 355 in addition to adjusting the first adjustment unit 310, allowing for more precise adjustment.

[0104] (1-4) For example, if the cultivated object 400 has phototropism, the cultivated object 400 will grow toward the light source 302. To prepare for such a situation, the user may want to change the direction of light projection from the light source 302 onto the cultivated object 400. Therefore, as shown in FIG. 14 , the second adjustment unit 355 moves the light source 302 in an arc. This makes it possible to change not only the amount of light onto the cultivated object 400 but also the direction of light projection from the light source 302 onto the cultivated object 400. Therefore, even if the cultivated object 400 has phototropism, the cultivated object 400 can be grown appropriately.

[0105] (1-5) The user can change the arrangement of the cultivated object to either the first arrangement or the second arrangement. Therefore, the user can change the arrangement depending on the arrangement space of the cultivation unit 10. The first arrangement is an arrangement in which the arrangement direction E1 of the cultivated object 400 is perpendicular to the first direction D1 (the extension direction of the cultivation device 300). The second arrangement is an arrangement in which the arrangement direction E2 of the cultivated object 400 is not perpendicular to the first direction D1 (the extension direction of the cultivation device 300). Therefore, in both the first arrangement and the second arrangement, the light from the light source 302 can be appropriately projected onto the cultivated object 400.

[0106] (1-6) In addition, the first storage mode is a mode in which the cultivated object 400 stored in the storage body 600 is exposed from the first through-hole 601, and the second storage mode is a mode in which the cultivated object 400 stored in the storage body 600 is exposed from the second through-hole 602. With this configuration, it is possible to cultivate the cultivated object 400 in the storage body 600, and to store the cultivated object 400 in both the first and second storage modes.

[0107] (1-7) Furthermore, the user can detach the housing body 600 from the cultivation device 300. Therefore, the user can easily replace the cultivated object 400 in the housing body 600 and clean the housing body 600.

[0108] (1-8) The cultivation device 300 also includes a reflecting member 662. As shown in FIG. 24 , the reflecting member 662 reflects light from the light source 302 to a space E on the opposite side of the second through-hole 602 of the container 600 from the interior 670 of the container. This allows the light from the light source 302 to be projected onto the back side 400A of the cultivated object 400, for example. Therefore, the light source 302 can project light onto the entire cultivated object 400.

[0109] (1-9) The first housing (i.e., housings 600A to 600C) includes a reflecting member 662. The reflecting member 662 reflects light from the light source 302 to a space E on the opposite side of the second housing (i.e., housings 600B to 600D) from the interior 670 of the second housing through the second through-hole 602. With this configuration, the light from the light source 302 can be reflected near the cultivated object 400.

[0110] (1-10) The cultivation apparatus 300 also includes a first holding mechanism (adjacent dowel holes 653A and dowels 653 inserted into the dowel holes) and a second holding mechanism (adjacent dowel holes 653B and dowels 653 inserted into the dowel holes). Furthermore, on the surface on which the first holding mechanism and the second holding mechanism are formed (the surface of the first side wall 306A and the second side wall 306B), the first holding mechanism is formed by rotating the second holding mechanism by 90 degrees around the intersection G of a straight line 654A formed by the first holding mechanism and a straight line 654B formed by the second holding mechanism. With this configuration, the cultivation apparatus 300 can accommodate the accommodation body 600 in either the second accommodation mode A or the second accommodation mode B.

[0111] (2-1) There are also plant growing devices that are supported by support members called casters. In such plant growing devices, users may wish to change the support mode of the support members according to their preferences. However, with conventional support members, different support members are required depending on the mode, which can result in a problem of an increased number of parts.

[0112] Therefore, in the support unit 250 of this embodiment, the user can change the support mode of the culture apparatus 300 to either the first support mode (see FIG. 8) or the second support mode (see FIG. 9). Therefore, the user can change the support mode of the culture apparatus 300 while reducing the number of parts.

[0113] When the cultivation apparatus 300 is supported in the first support mode (see FIGS. 1 and 8), the cultivation apparatus 300 is located at a height of the base 103, 203 from the placement surface 430. On the other hand, when the cultivation apparatus 300 is supported in the second support mode (see FIGS. 5 and 9), the cultivation apparatus 300 is located at a height corresponding to the lengths of the first extensions 101, 201 and the second extensions 102, 202. Therefore, the height of the cultivation apparatus 300 from the placement surface 430 is higher in the second support mode than in the first support mode. Therefore, if the user feels dazzled by the light from the light source 302, the user sets the support mode of the cultivation apparatus 300 to the first support mode. Also, if the user wants to observe the cultivated object 400 up close, the user sets the support mode of the cultivation apparatus 300 to the second support mode.

[0114] 5, the first end face 111 and the second end face 112 of the first support member 100 are on the same plane. The first end face 211 and the second end face 212 of the second support member 200 are on the same plane. Therefore, in the second support mode, the first support member 100 and the second support member 200 can be stably placed on the placement surface 430.

[0115] (2-3) The first support member 100 and the second support member 200 are C-shaped. Therefore, for example, when supporting a cylindrical cultivation device 300 in the first supporting mode, the first extension parts 101, 201 and the second extension parts 102, 202 support the cultivation device 300 so as to surround it. Therefore, the support unit 250 can stably support the cultivation device 300.

[0116] In the above-described embodiment, as shown in Fig. 4 and Fig. 8, the inner periphery of the first support member 100 and the second support member 200 (the shape of the contact portion of the culture device 300 in the first support mode) is semicircular in accordance with the cylindrical shape (C-shape) of the culture device 300. However, the shape of the inner periphery may have one or more bends. For example, the shape of the inner periphery having two bends is the shape shown in Fig. 31 described later. In this embodiment, the C-shape includes a shape in which the inner periphery has one or more bends.

[0117] The shape of the inner periphery may be designed according to the shape of the cultivation apparatus 300. For example, if the cultivation apparatus 300 is a quadrangular prism, the inner periphery of the first support member 100 and the second support member 200 may have two bent portions. If the cultivation apparatus 300 is a hexagonal prism, the inner periphery of the first support member 100 and the second support member 200 may have three bent portions.

[0118] (2-4) In addition, the cross section of the cultivation device 300 is approximately rectangular in a plane that passes through the center of the circular first end surface 321 and is perpendicular to the first end surface 321. In the first support mode and the second support mode, the area occupied by the cultivation unit 10 on the placement surface 430 is roughly the area of ​​the approximately rectangular cross section, and the occupied area is relatively large.

[0119] On the other hand, in the third support mode, the area occupied by the cultivation unit 10 on the placement surface 430 is a substantially circular area formed by the outer periphery of the first support member 100 and the outer periphery of the second support member 200 (see FIG. 7). Therefore, in the third support mode, the area occupied by the cultivation unit 10 on the placement surface 430 can be made smaller than in the first support mode and the second support mode.

[0120] Therefore, for example, when the space available for arranging the cultivation unit 10 is small, the user causes the support unit 250 to support the cultivation device 300 in the third support mode. As a result, even when the space available for arranging the cultivation unit 10 is small, the cultivation device 300 can be supported in the third support mode by the support unit 250. Furthermore, since the cultivation device 300 can be supported upright in the third support mode, the user can observe the cultivated object 400 from a viewpoint different from that in the first and second support modes.

[0121] (2-5) In addition, fixing members 121, 221 (for example, magnets having different polarities) are arranged to fix the opposing relationship between the first end surface 111 of the first support member 100 and the first end surface 211 of the second support member 200. In addition, fixing members 122, 222 (for example, magnets having different polarities) are arranged to fix the opposing relationship between the second end surface 112 of the first support member 100 and the second end surface 212 of the second support member 200. Therefore, when the support mode of the cultivation device 300 is the third support mode, the opposing relationship between the first end surface 111 and the first end surface 211 and the opposing relationship between the second end surface 112 and the second end surface 212 can be stabilized.

[0122] (3-1) In addition, in conventional plant growing devices, it is conceivable to cultivate a cultivated object using a storage box that can accommodate a user's desired unit of cultivated object. However, such a storage box does not take into consideration a cultivation method that suits the user's preferences. In contrast, the storage body 600 in FIG. 16 includes a storage section 640 that accommodates the cultivated object 400 and a culture W for cultivating the cultivated object, and a first through hole 601 and a second through hole 602 through which the cultivated object 400 accommodated in the storage section 640 is exposed.

[0123] This configuration allows for a cultivation method in which the cultivated object 400 can be exposed from at least one of the first through-hole 601 and the second through-hole 602, or the cultivated object 400 can be exposed from the first through-hole 601 and the culture W can be supplied from the second through-hole 602. The diameter of the through-hole for exposing the cultivated object 400 is set to 10 mm or more and 25 mm or less, and more specifically, 15 mm or more and 25 mm or less.

[0124] (3-2) The second through-hole 602 may also be a hole for exposing the cultivated object 400. With this configuration, the user can select from a mode in which the cultivated object 400 is exposed through the first through-hole 601, a mode in which the cultivated object 400 is exposed through the second through-hole 602, and a mode in which the cultivated object 400 is exposed through both the first through-hole 601 and the second through-hole 602, depending on the user's preference and the placement environment of the container 600.

[0125] (3-3) Furthermore, as shown in FIG. 16, when viewed in a plane from the extension direction of the first plane formed by the first through hole 601, the angle ω formed by the first normal (a straight line in the storage direction E1) of the first plane 601A formed by the first through hole 601 and the second normal (a straight line in the storage direction E2) of the second plane 602A formed by the second through hole 602 is in the range of 20 degrees or more and less than 70 degrees.

[0126] With this configuration, the culture solution contained in the container 640 is prevented from spilling, and the user can change the container state of the cultivated object 400 according to the user's preference.

[0127] (3-4) Furthermore, as the cultivation of the cultivated object 400 progresses in the storage body 600, unwanted matter (such as dirt or blue-green algae) may occur inside the storage body 600 (in the storage section 640). Therefore, as shown in FIG. 17 , the storage body 600 may further include a lid 630 that can open the storage section 640. With this configuration, the user can expose the storage section 640 to the outside by opening the lid 630. Therefore, the user can easily clean the storage section 640, thereby removing the unwanted matter.

[0128] (3-5) Lid 630 may include either first through hole 601 or second through hole 602. With this configuration, a user can open lid 630 by inserting a finger or the like into either first through hole 601 or second through hole 602. Therefore, the user can easily open lid 630.

[0129] (3-6) As shown in Fig. 17, the culture device 300 further includes a first plug 6011 for closing the first through-hole 601. Therefore, by closing the first through-hole 601 with the first plug 6011, it is possible to prevent the culture solution from spilling out from the first through-hole 601.

[0130] The container 600 may be used independently without being housed in the cultivation device 300. For example, the cultivated object 400 may be housed in one container 600, and the container 600 may be placed in a position desired by the user.

[0131] [Other embodiments] (1) In the above embodiment, a torque hinge is used as the first adjustment unit 310. However, due to deterioration of the torque hinge over time, the degree of opening of the door unit 308 may not be maintained. In this case, for example, if the rotation angle θ (see FIGS. 11 to 13) is 90 degrees or more, the light from the light source 302 cannot be appropriately projected onto the cultivated object 400. Therefore, the cultivation device of this embodiment further includes a protrusion mechanism that protrudes the light source from the door unit.

[0132] FIG. 25 is a diagram showing a cultivation apparatus 300A of this embodiment. In the example of FIG. 25, a protrusion mechanism 369 is provided. In the example of FIG. 25, the protrusion mechanism 369 is configured by a slide rail. The protrusion mechanism 369 includes an outer rail 342 and an inner rail 341. Both the outer rail 342 and the inner rail 341 have an elongated shape. Furthermore, the inner rail 341 is slidably engaged with the outer rail 342. The light source 302 can be moved by a user in the elongated direction of the inner rail 341.

[0133] 25(A) shows a state where the rotation angle θ is 90 degrees or more. In this state, light from the light source 302 cannot be projected onto the cultivated object 400 housed in the housing section 306.

[0134] 25(B), the user slides the inner rail 341 to project the light source 302 from the door section 308. Therefore, light from the light source 302 can be projected onto the cultivated plants 400 housed in the housing section 306.

[0135] In this way, the cultivation apparatus 300A has the protruding mechanism 369, which improves the degree of freedom with which a user can adjust the position of the light source 302. For example, even if the rotation angle θ is 90 degrees or more, the protruding mechanism 369 can project the light from the light source 302 onto the cultivated object 400 accommodated in the accommodation section 306 by causing the light source 302 to protrude from the door section 308. Furthermore, the user can adjust the projection direction of the light source 302 onto the cultivated object 400 depending on the degree to which the light source 302 protrudes from the door section 308.

[0136] (2) Figure 26 is a diagram showing a configuration example of a culture apparatus 300B of another embodiment. The culture apparatus 300 is provided with a suspending member for suspending the culture apparatus 300B from a ceiling surface 913. In the example of Figure 26, the suspending member is a hook. In addition, in the example of Figure 26, the suspending member is attached to both sides of the storage section 306. Specifically, a first suspending member 911 is arranged on a first side portion 381 of the storage section 306. In addition, a second suspending member 912 is arranged on a second side portion 382 of the storage section 306.

[0137] 26 further includes a suspension rod. Specifically, one end of a first suspension rod 921 is attached to a first suspension member 911, and the other end of the first suspension rod 921 is attached to a ceiling surface 913. Furthermore, one end of a second suspension rod 922 is attached to a second suspension member 912, and the other end of the second suspension rod 922 is attached to the ceiling surface 913.

[0138] In this way, the cultivation device 300B can be suspended from the ceiling surface 913 by the first suspending member 911 and the second suspending member 912. Therefore, even if there is no space to install the cultivation device, the user can realize hydroponic cultivation using the cultivation device 300B. Furthermore, the user can observe the cultivated object 400 from a viewpoint different from that of the first to third support modes described above.

[0139] (3) In the example of Fig. 1 etc., the configuration in which the culture device 300 has the adapter 371 and the wiring 372 has been described. However, when moving the culture device 300, the user may find the adapter 371 and the wiring 372 cumbersome. Therefore, in this embodiment, the configuration in which the culture device 300 does not have the adapter 371 and the wiring 372 will be described.

[0140] FIG. 27 shows a configuration example of the cultivation unit 10C of this embodiment. The cultivation unit 10C includes a cultivation device 300C, a first support member 100C, and a second support member 200. The cultivation device 300C does not include an adapter 371 and a wiring 372. The cultivation device 300C also includes a second connection terminal 902 and a battery 903. The battery 903 is, for example, a secondary battery. The battery 903 supplies electricity stored in the battery 903 to the light source 302.

[0141] The first support member 100 also includes a supply device 941. The supply device 941 has an adapter 371, a wire 372, and a first connection terminal 901. The first connection terminal 901 corresponds to the second connection terminal 902, and the first connection terminal 901 and the second connection terminal 902 are connectable to each other. The first connection terminal 901 and the second connection terminal 902 are disposed at corresponding locations. The first connection terminal 901 is provided on at least one of the first surface 131 and the second surface 132. In the example of FIG. 27 , the first connection terminal 901 is provided on the first surface 131.

[0142] For example, when the cultivation apparatus 300C is supported in the first supporting mode, the user connects the second connection terminal 902 arranged on the cultivation apparatus 300C to the first connection terminal 901 arranged on the second surface 132 of the first supporting member 100. As a result, current from an AC power source (not shown) is supplied in the order of the adapter 371, the wiring 372, the first connection terminal 901, the second connection terminal 902, and the battery 903, and electricity is stored in the battery 903. Then, the electricity stored in the battery 903 is supplied to the light source 302 as power.

[0143] Furthermore, when the cultivation device 300C is supported in the second supporting mode, the user connects the second connection terminal 902 arranged on the cultivation device 300 to the first connection terminal 901 arranged on the first surface 131 of the first support member 100. As a result, current from an AC power source (not shown) is supplied in this order through the adapter 371, the wiring 372, the first connection terminal 901, the second connection terminal 902, and the battery 903, thereby storing electricity in the battery 903. Then, the electricity stored in the battery 903 is supplied to the light source 302 as power.

[0144] According to this configuration, in both the first supporting mode and the second supporting mode, the cultivation unit 10C can charge the battery 903. Therefore, even if the cultivation device 300C is configured without the adapter 371 and the wiring 372, the battery 903 can supply power to the light source 302.

[0145] Furthermore, the supply device 941 that supplies power to the driving component (light source 302) may have another configuration. For example, the supply device 941 may charge the battery 903 by wireless power supply. For example, the first connection terminal 901 of the first support member 100C serves as a power transmitting coil, and the second connection terminal 902 of the cultivation apparatus 300C serves as a power receiving coil. Then, wireless charging is realized by the power transmitting coil and the power receiving coil.

[0146] 27, the first support member 100C is configured to include the above-described supply device 941, but the second support member 200 may be configured to include the above-described supply device 941. Furthermore, both the first support member 100 and the second support member may be configured to include the above-described supply device 941.

[0147] (4) In the above embodiment, the object unit is described as being applied as a cultivation unit. However, the object unit may be applied to other examples. Hereinafter, the object corresponding to the above-described cultivation device 300 will be referred to as a "cabinet," and the object corresponding to the cultivated object 400 will be referred to as a "container."

[0148] For example, the object unit may be applied to a sterilization unit. Here, the sterilization unit is a unit that sterilizes objects. For example, the stored objects are objects to be sterilized. The objects to be sterilized are, for example, slippers used in a medical facility. Furthermore, when the object unit is used in a sterilization unit, the component source (light source 302 in the above embodiment) is a germicidal lamp, and the predetermined component is, for example, ultraviolet light. Even such a sterilization unit includes a first adjustment unit that adjusts the degree to which the door is opened relative to the storage unit, and the component source (germicidal lamp) moves away from the storage unit as the degree of opening increases. Therefore, even such a sterilization unit can adjust the amount of component (amount of ultraviolet light) emitted to the object (object to be sterilized) while reducing the number of parts.

[0149] The object unit may also be applied to a heating unit. Here, the heating unit is a unit that heats an object. For example, the contained object is an object to be heated. The object to be heated is, for example, food. When the object unit is used in a heating unit, the component source (light source 302 in the above-described embodiment) is a heat source, and the predetermined component is, for example, heat. Even such a heating unit includes a first adjustment unit that adjusts the degree to which the door is opened relative to the storage unit, and as the degree of opening increases, the component source (heat source) moves away from the storage unit. Therefore, even such a heating unit can adjust the amount of component (amount of heat) emitted to the object (object to be heated) while reducing the number of parts.

[0150] The object unit may also be applied to a cooling unit. Here, the cooling unit is a unit that cools an object. For example, the contained object is an object to be cooled. The object to be cooled is, for example, food. When the object unit is used in a cooling unit, the component source (light source 302 in the above-described embodiment) is a cooling source, and the predetermined component is, for example, low-temperature heat. Even such a cooling unit is provided with a first adjustment unit that adjusts the degree to which the door portion is opened relative to the storage portion, and as the degree of opening increases, the component source (cooling source) moves away from the storage portion. Therefore, even such a cooling unit can adjust the amount of component (amount of heat) emitted to the object (object to be cooled) while reducing the number of parts.

[0151] The object unit may also be applied to an exhibition unit. Here, the exhibition unit is a unit for displaying an object, and is applied to, for example, a showcase. For example, the contained item is an exhibition object. The exhibition object is, for example, an object that a company or the like is promoting. When the object unit is used in an exhibition unit, the component source is a light source, and the predetermined component is, for example, light. Furthermore, a user can diversify the way the object is displayed by adjusting the amount of light on the object. Even such an exhibition unit includes a first adjustment unit that adjusts the degree of opening of the door portion relative to the storage portion, and as the degree of opening increases, the component source (exhibition source) moves away from the storage portion. Therefore, even such an exhibition unit can adjust the amount of component (light) emitted to the object (exhibition object) while reducing the number of parts. As described above, the component source is a heat source or a light source. Furthermore, the predetermined component is heat or light.

[0152] (5) A pattern, a color, or a combination thereof may be formed on the outer surface of the cabinet. FIG. 28 is a diagram showing an example in which a pattern 910 is formed on the outer surface of cabinet 300D. The example in FIG. 28 shows the door 308 in a closed state. The example in FIG. 28 also shows the pattern 910 formed across the main body 305 and the door 308. In the example in FIG. 28, the pattern 910 is the characters "ABC juice." For example, when the object unit is applied to the display unit described above, if the object is ABC juice, the ABC juice is stored in cabinet 300D, which is modeled after a can of ABC juice. Therefore, such a display unit can promote the sale of ABC juice in a novel way.

[0153] (6) In addition, at least a portion of the cabinet of the cultivation device 300 or the like may be transparent so that the contents can be seen. For example, at least a portion of the main body and the door may be transparent. With this configuration, the user can see the contents without opening the door.

[0154] (7) In the above embodiment, the degree of opening of door 308 relative to housing 306 is adjusted, and as the degree of opening increases, light source 302 moves away from housing 306. To achieve this, first adjustment unit 310 is a torque hinge, and door 308 rotates around this torque hinge. However, any configuration may be employed as long as the degree of opening of door 308 relative to housing 306 is adjusted, and as the degree of opening increases, light source 302 moves away from housing 306.

[0155] Figure 29 shows a configuration example of a culture apparatus 300E of this embodiment. Figure 29(A) is a diagram showing a state in which the door part 308 hides the storage part 306. Figure 29(B) is a diagram showing a state in which the door part 308 opens the storage part 306.

[0156] As shown in Figure 29(A), the cultivation apparatus 300E includes a main body 305 and a door 308. A light source 302 is installed on the back side of the door 308. A slide rod accommodating section 337 is formed inside the main body 305. A slide rod 333 is accommodated in the slide rod accommodating section 337.

[0157] When a user opens the door 308, the user inserts their hand into the concave handle 356 to lift the door 308 (move it in the second direction D2). This exposes the slide bar 333 from the slide bar housing 337, and the door 308 remains in a lifted position. The degree to which the housing 306 of the door 308 is opened is determined by the distance Y between the door 308 and the housing. The distance Y corresponds to the distance between the light source 302 and the housing 306. Therefore, even with the configuration of FIG. 29 , the light source 302 moves away from the housing 306 as the degree to which the housing 306 of the door 308 is opened increases. Thus, even with the configuration of FIG. 29 , the same effects as those of the above-described embodiment can be achieved.

[0158] (8) In the above embodiment, the support unit 250 is described as being made up of two support members (the first support member 100 and the second support member 200). However, the support unit 250 may be made up of one support member, or may be made up of three or more support members.

[0159] Fig. 30 is a diagram showing a configuration in which the support unit is one support member. The thickness D1 of the first support member 100A in Fig. 30 is thicker than the thickness D of the first support member 100 described above. Even if the support unit 250 is made up of one first support member 100A, the same effects as those of the above-described embodiment can be achieved.

[0160] Furthermore, since the first support member 100A has a sufficient thickness D1, a fourth support mode may be adopted in which the cultivation device 300 is held upright by a single first support member 100A. In this fourth support mode, the occupied area can be further reduced compared to the third support mode. Furthermore, a fixing member (for example, a magnet) for fixing the first support member 100A and the cultivation device 300 may be provided on the inner periphery of the first support member 100A.

[0161] (9) In the above embodiment, the support member has been described as being C-shaped. That is, the first extension portion and the second extension portion both have a curved shape. However, the first extension portion and the second extension portion may have other configurations. Figure 31 is a diagram showing the cross-sectional shape of a first support member 100B of another embodiment.

[0162] In the example of Figure 31, the first extension portion 101 and the second extension portion 102 are not curved but are linear. Although not specifically shown, the first extension portion 101 and the second extension portion 102 may be bent rather than curved. Although not specifically shown, the second support member may have the same shape as the first support member, or may have a different shape. Even with a support member such as that shown in Figure 31, the same effects as those of the above-mentioned embodiment can be achieved.

[0163] (10) In the above embodiment, the support mode of the culture device 300 by the support unit 250 has been described as including the first support mode to the third support mode. However, the support mode of the support unit 250 may have a configuration including the first support mode and the third support mode.

[0164] Figure 32 is a diagram showing a first support member 100C of this embodiment. In the example of Figure 32, the concave first surface 131 of the first support member 100B is not formed, and the first surface 131 is replaced with a flat surface 131X. A support unit composed of such a first support member 100 and a second support member identical to the first support member 100C can support the cultivation device 300 in the third support mode and the first support mode. On the other hand, the support unit does not support the cultivation device 300 in the second support mode.

[0165] In this way, the support unit may be configured so that the culture device 300 can be supported in the first support mode and the third support mode, but not in the second support mode.

[0166] (11) In the above embodiment, the door 308 is configured to be completely hidden from the storage section 306. However, the door 308 may be configured not to be completely hidden from the storage section 306. Also, in the above embodiment, the object, which is the cultivation device 300, has an elongated shape. However, the object does not have to have an elongated shape.

[0167] (12) In the above embodiment, the holding mechanism 671 for realizing the second storage mode is described as including a dowel hole and a dowel (see FIG. 22, etc.). However, the holding mechanism 671 may have other configurations. The other configurations may include, for example, a separator and a groove into which the separator is engaged.

[0168] Fig. 33 is a diagram showing an example of a modified holding mechanism 671. In the example of Fig. 33, holding mechanism 671 is configured by separator 680. Separator 680 is, for example, a thin plate-like member. In the example of Fig. 33, separator 680 holds reference plate 610. Separator 680 may also have the above-mentioned reflective member.

[0169] Fig. 34 is a diagram mainly showing the separator 680 and the grooves. In the example of Fig. 34, the cultivation device 300 and the housing 600 are shown by dashed lines. Fig. 35 is a diagram showing an example of grooves formed in the first side wall 306A and the second side wall 306B. In the example of Fig. 34, grooves into which the separator 680 is inserted are hatched, and grooves into which the separator 680 is not inserted are not hatched.

[0170] Fig. 35 is a diagram showing grooves 680A and 680B formed in first side wall 306A and second side wall 306B. In the example of Fig. 35, grooves 680A and 680B are formed to intersect with each other in first side wall 306A and second side wall 306B, respectively.

[0171] 35, separator 680 inserted into groove 680A formed in each of first side wall 306A and second side wall 306B constitutes the first holding mechanism. Separator 680 inserted into groove 680B formed in each of first side wall 306A and second side wall 306B constitutes the second holding mechanism. When the storage mode is second storage mode A, first holding mechanism holds housing body 600. When the storage mode is second storage mode B, second holding mechanism holds housing body 600.

[0172] 35 is a plan view taken from the normal direction of the surface on which the first holding mechanism is formed (i.e., the surface of first side wall 306A). Intersection G is shown as the intersection of a straight line along groove 680A (a line formed by the first holding mechanism) and a straight line along groove 680B (a line formed by the first holding mechanism). The first holding mechanism is formed by rotating the second holding mechanism 90 degrees around intersection G (see arrow β in FIG. 35).

[0173] Even with such a first holding mechanism and second holding mechanism, the cultivation apparatus 300 can accommodate the accommodation body 600 in either the second accommodation mode A or the second accommodation mode B.

[0174] (13) In the above embodiment, a configuration has been described in which the peripheral edge 131A of the first support member 100 has a peak shape (see FIG. 4). However, the peripheral edge 131A may be flat. FIG. 36 is a diagram showing an example of a first support member 100D, which is a modified example of the first support member. The peripheral edge 131S of the first support member 100D in FIG. 36 has a flat shape. Although not specifically shown, the peripheral edge of the second support member 200 also has a flat shape. By making the peripheral edge 131S flat in this way, when the support mode is the first support mode, the first support member and the second support member can be stably placed on the placement surface 430.

[0175] (14) In the above-described embodiment, in the third support mode, the first end face 111 of the first support member 100 and the first end face 211 of the second support member 200 are opposed to each other, and the second end face 112 of the first support member 100 and the second end face 212 of the second support member 200 are opposed to each other (see FIG. 7).

[0176] Fig. 37 is a diagram showing an example of a modified example of the third support mode. In the example of Fig. 37, the third support mode is configured such that the end portion of the first support member 100E where the first end face 111 is formed is joined to the end portion of the second support member 200E where the first end face 211 is formed. Also, the end portion of the first support member 100E where the second end face 112 is formed is joined to the end portion of the second support member 200E where the second end face 212 is formed.

[0177] 37, a convex portion 1001A and a concave portion 1002A are formed at the end of the first support member 100E where the first end surface 111 is formed. A convex portion 1001B and a concave portion 1002B are formed at the end of the first support member 100E where the second end surface 112 is formed. A convex portion 2001A and a concave portion 2002A are formed at the end of the second support member 200E where the first end surface 211 is formed. A convex portion 2001B and a concave portion 2002B are formed at the end of the second support member 200E where the second end surface 212 is formed.

[0178] In the third support mode, the convex portion 1001A engages with the concave portion 2002A, the convex portion 2001A engages with the concave portion 1002A, the convex portion 1001B engages with the concave portion 2002B, and the convex portion 2001B engages with the concave portion 1002B. In this way, by joining the ends of the first support member 100E and the second support member 200E, a stronger third support mode can be realized.

[0179] (15) In the above embodiment, the door unit 308 is configured to rotate around a rotation axis 329 (see FIG. 11, etc.) in the longitudinal direction of the cultivation device 300. However, the door unit 308 may be configured to rotate around a rotation axis in the lateral direction of the cultivation device 300. Also, in the above embodiment, the door unit 308 is configured as a single door unit. However, the number of door units 308 may be two or more. Also, when the number of door units 308 is two, the two door units 308 may form a double door.

[0180] (16) In the above-described embodiment, the container 600 has a lid 630. However, the container 600 does not necessarily have to have a lid 630. In such a configuration, the culture W is supplied to the container 640 by the user through the first through-hole 601 or the second through-hole 602. Furthermore, if the culture W is a urethane medium, the urethane medium is inserted through the first through-hole 601 or the second through-hole 602. Furthermore, if the culture W is a urethane medium, the absorbency of the urethane medium decreases if the urethane medium is small. Therefore, to ensure the absorbency of the urethane medium, the size of the urethane medium is, for example, a cube with a side length of approximately 25 mm. However, if the diameters of the first through-hole 601 and the second through-hole 602 are too small, the urethane medium cannot be inserted. Therefore, the diameters of the first through-hole 601 and the second through-hole 602 are preferably 15 mm or greater.

[0181] Furthermore, the embodiments disclosed herein should be considered to be illustrative in all respects and not restrictive. The scope of the present invention is defined by the claims, not by the above description, and is intended to include all modifications within the meaning and scope of the claims. Furthermore, the inventions described in the embodiments and each modification are intended to be practiced, as far as possible, either alone or in combination. [Explanation of symbols]

[0182] 10 Cultivation unit, 100 First support member, 101, 201 First extension portion, 102, 202 Second extension portion, 103, 203 Base portion, 103A, 203A One end, 103B, 203B Other end, 111, 211, 321 First end surface, 112, 212, 322 Second end surface, 121, 122, 221, 222 Fixing member, 131, 231 First surface, 131A, 231A Periphery, 132, 232 Second surface, 141, 241 First side surface, 142, 242 Second side surface, 200 Second support member, 250 Support unit, 300, 300A, 300B, 300C, 300E Cultivation device, 300D Cabinet, 302 Light source, 305 Main body, 306 Storage section, 306A, 308A First side wall, 306B, 308B Second side wall, 308 Door section, 310 First adjustment section, 311 Through hole, 313 Caster, 314 Rod section, 329 Rotating shaft, 333 Slide rod, 337 Slide rod storage section, 341 Inner rail, 342 Outer rail, 352 Holding section, 352A Holding surface, 355 Second adjustment section, 359 Vent, 369 Protrusion mechanism, 371 Adapter, 372 Wiring, 381 First side section, 382 Second side section, 400 Cultivated product, 430 Placement surface, 600 Storage body, 601 First through hole, 602 Second through hole, 610 Reference plate, 611 First plate, 612 Second plate, 613 Third wall, 614 Fourth wall, 662 reflective member, 653 dowel, 670 interior, 901 first connection terminal, 902 second connection terminal, 903 battery.

Claims

1. A storage section in which contents are stored; A door portion that opens the storage portion; A first adjustment unit that adjusts an opening degree of the door unit relative to the storage unit; A component source that emits a predetermined component to the contained object; A second adjustment unit that adjusts the distance from the component source to the storage unit, the ingredient source is disposed in the door; As the degree of opening increases, the ingredient source moves away from the housing.

2. A cabinet, A storage section in which the cultivated product is stored; A door portion that opens the storage portion; A first adjustment unit that adjusts an opening degree of the door unit relative to the storage unit; A light source that emits light to the cultivated plant, The light source is disposed in the door portion, As the degree of opening increases, the light source moves away from the housing, The cabinet is elongated, The storage mode of the cultivated product is changed to either the first storage mode or the second storage mode, The first storage mode is a mode in which the storage direction of the cultivated object is perpendicular to the extension direction of the cabinet, The second storage configuration is a cabinet in which a storage direction of the cultivated object is not perpendicular to the extension direction.

3. The cabinet according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the first adjustment section maintains the degree of opening.

4. The cabinet of claim 1 , wherein the second adjustment portion moves the component source in an arc.

5. The cabinet according to any one of claims 1 to 4, further comprising a hanging member for suspending the cabinet from a ceiling surface.

6. The cabinet of claim 1 , wherein at least a portion of the cabinet is transparent to allow the contents to be viewed.

7. The cabinet includes at least one container in which the cultivated object and a culture for cultivating the cultivated object are contained, The container includes a first through hole and a second through hole, The first storage state is a state in which the cultivated product stored in the storage body is exposed from the first through hole, The cabinet according to claim 2 , wherein the second storage state is a state in which the plant contained in the storage body is exposed through the second through hole.

8. The container further includes a first holding mechanism and a second holding mechanism for holding the container so that the container state of the cultivated product is the second holding state, 8. The cabinet of claim 7, wherein when viewed in a plan view from a normal direction of a surface on which the first retention mechanism is formed, the first retention mechanism is formed by rotating the second retention mechanism 90 degrees around an intersection point between a line formed by the first retention mechanism and a line formed by the second retention mechanism.

9. The cabinet according to claim 7 or claim 8, wherein the container is removable from the cabinet.

10. The cabinet has a reflective member. The cabinet according to any one of claims 7 to 9, wherein the reflective member reflects light from the light source to a space on an opposite side of the second through hole of the container from the inside of the container.

11. the at least one housing includes a first housing and a second housing; The first container and the second container are accommodated adjacent to the container portion, The first housing includes the reflecting member, The cabinet according to claim 10 , wherein the reflecting member reflects the light from the light source to a space on an opposite side of the second through hole of the second housing to an interior of the second housing.

12. A cabinet according to any one of claims 1 to 11, A storage unit comprising: a holding member for holding the cabinet.

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