INTELLIGENT AND AUTONOMOUS MODULAR SYSTEM FOR THE CONSERVATION, DOSING AND INTEGRATED SUPPLY OF FOOD AND WATER FOR POULTRY IN SMALL-SCALE FARMING, POWERED BY PHOTOVOLTAIC SOLAR ENERGY

Abstract

The present invention relates to an intelligent and autonomous modular system for the storage, preservation, and controlled dispensing of poultry feed, designed to improve the efficiency of input management on small and medium-sized poultry farms. The system comprises a plurality of stackable and hermetically sealed storage modules, preferably made of food-grade polymers, each equipped with an inspection window for visual monitoring of the feed level, environmental sensors for internal humidity and fill level, and adjustable dispensing mechanisms that control the flow of feed to a lower collection tray. These sensors work in conjunction with the dispensing system to reduce feed spoilage due to moisture, prevent unwanted fermentation, and minimize waste.The system also incorporates an autonomous control system powered by photovoltaic solar energy, enabling its operation in rural environments with limited access to the electrical grid. In an optional embodiment, the system includes an independent automatic drinking water supply module, functionally integrated into the modular system. This module comprises a filtered tank, a hydraulic conduit to a drinking trough, and automatic level control. The invention optimizes feed preservation, improves water supply, and reduces manual intervention in feeding birds, serving approximately 10 to 100 birds, depending on their age, species, and the feeding program implemented.