Rotating Push Plate Smart Feeder for Dynamic Pet Stimulation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current pet feeders lack the ability to fully stimulate pets' enthusiasm due to fixed ejection mechanisms, inadequate laser stimulation, and awkward structures, which can lead to pets not exercising adequately, resulting in negative impacts on their physical and mental health.
Innovation Solution
A smart feeder that incorporates a rotating push plate mechanism, a slewing device, and a rotating laser module, allowing for adjustable food ejection angles and distances, combined with a sterilization device, to create a dynamic and engaging feeding experience for pets.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If fixed ejection mechanisms are used, then device structure is simple, but pet stimulation effect is insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies the dynamics principle by transforming the fixed ejection mechanism into a dynamic one. The push plate is made rotatable around a rotation axis, allowing the ejection angle to vary dynamically. The rotation drive mechanism enables the push plate to rotate between different angles, making the food ejection path changeable and thereby enhancing pet stimulation without excessive structural complexity
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements parameter changes by modifying the ejection parameters (angle and direction) through the rotation of the push plate. By changing the rotation angle of the push plate, the ejection direction of food is adjusted, creating varied ejection paths that better stimulate pets while maintaining a relatively simple overall structure
2Adaptability or versatility
If singular laser position and form are used, then device structure is simple, but pet stimulation effect is insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies dynamics to the laser module by making it rotatable. The laser rotation mechanism allows the laser beam to sweep across different areas, creating a dynamic light show that actively engages pets. This rotational capability transforms a static laser into an interactive element that moves and changes position, significantly enhancing stimulation effect
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements periodic action through the rotational movement of the laser module. The laser rotates in a periodic manner, creating rhythmic patterns of light that are visually stimulating for pets. This periodic rotation of the laser beam adds variety and engagement to the feeding experience without requiring complex multiple laser systems
3Ease of operation
If variable speed motors and gears are used for linkage, then feeding control is convenient, but structure becomes awkwardly disposed
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies the extraction principle by separating the rotation drive mechanism from the traditional linkage system. Instead of using complex variable speed motors and gears for the push plate, the invention extracts and uses a dedicated rotation drive mechanism that directly rotates the push plate. This simplifies the overall linkage structure while maintaining convenient feeding control through the food passage design
Solution Approach 2:
The patent partially applies mechanics substitution by replacing the traditional mechanical linkage system (variable speed motors and gears) with a more streamlined rotation drive mechanism. The food passage is designed to guide food naturally, reducing the need for complex mechanical control components while maintaining operational convenience
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AI summary
A smart feeder includes a food storage chamber and a rotating push plate mechanism. The food storage chamber conveys food to the rotating push plate mechanism through a conveying device, and the rotating push plate mechanism is configured to rotate and hit the food. The rotating push plate mechanism includes a rotating push plate, a first driving mechanism and a food passage. The food passage is in communication with an outlet of the food storage chamber, and the rotating push plate is rotatably installed inside the food passage. The first driving mechanism is configured to drive the rotating push plate to rotate. The food passage includes an outlet segment and a hitting cavity, and the outlet segment is tangent to the hitting cavity. The hitting cavity is in communication with the outlet of the food storage chamber. The rotating push plate is rotatably installed in the hitting cavity.