Seedling Cell Plug with Dual-Position Support
Find Innovative SolutionsGenerate Solutions
Solution Overview
Problem
Existing seedling raising devices complicate the process of classifying and sorting seedlings due to the difficulty in removing seedlings from cell plugs, which hinders efficient collection and delivery of cell plugs.
Innovation Solution
A seedling raising device with a supporting device that allows cell plugs to be detachably arranged and supported in either a first or second position, enabling easy handling and separation, along with a cell plug design that facilitates irrigation and drainage through a liquid supply system using capillary action and a through hole in the bottom wall.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of manufacture
If cell plugs are made inseparable for seedling raising, then seedling raising is simplified, but seedling classification and sorting becomes complicated
Solution Approach 1:
The supporting device is divided into multiple supporting positions (first supporting position for horizontal sliding support and second supporting position for top support), allowing cell plugs to be separated and handled individually when needed for classification while maintaining the overall integrated structure during raising
Solution Approach 2:
The supporting device allows cell plugs to dynamically transition between different supporting positions - from horizontal sliding support during transport to top support during classification operations, enabling flexible handling based on operational requirements
2Stability of the object's composition
If cell plugs are fixed in position for stable support, then handling is simplified, but flexibility in arrangement and selective removal is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The supporting device enables cell plugs to transition between different support states - stably fixed in the first supporting position during transport and easily removable in the second supporting position during classification, providing both stability and flexibility as needed
Solution Approach 2:
The supporting device serves multiple functions by providing different supporting positions for different operational needs - horizontal sliding support for stable transport and top support for easy removal and classification, making it adaptable to various handling requirements
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The solution simplifies the collection and delivery of seedlings, allows for flexible arrangement and ventilation of cell plugs, and provides effective irrigation and drainage, enhancing the handling and growth of seedlings.
Implementation Method 1
the liquid supply member is made of a lubricating medium and is configured to supply the liquid stored in the first concave portion or the second concave portion into the cell plug using a capillary phenomenon
Data Source
AI summary
A seedling raising device includes: a cell plug for seedling raising that is formed as a single pot body; and a supporting device configured to detachably arrange and support a plurality of cell plugs, wherein the supporting device is capable of supporting the cell plug in either one of a first supporting position where the cell plug is slidably supported in a horizontal direction and a second supporting position where the cell plug is detachably supported in a top position.