KR102622961B1 - Feed dispensing machine with vacuum maintained - Google Patents

Abstract

The present invention relates to a feed dispensing machine in which a vacuum is maintained. More specifically, it is possible to discharge feed at a set time so that pets can eat food at an appropriate time, and vacuum stores the feed stored inside and feeds the pet. This relates to a feed dispensing machine in which a vacuum is maintained to prevent external air, etc. from contacting the internal feed even when discharging.
A vacuum-maintained feed dispensing machine according to an embodiment of the present invention is provided with a main body forming a predetermined space inside the main body, an opening and closing part is formed on one side, and a lower hopper is formed on the lower side. , an upper tank for storing feed, a lower tank located below the upper tank and having a temperature control part formed therein, and having a predetermined internal space spaced apart from the lower side of the upper tank at a predetermined interval from the upper side to the upper tank, A double bulkhead portion having a bulkhead penetrating portion formed on one side, a first vacuum control means in close contact with the bulkhead penetrating portion of the double bulkhead portion and rotatably coupled to one side of the lower hopper of the upper tank, and a first vacuum control means rotatably coupled to one side of the lower hopper of the upper tank. A second vacuum control means is in close contact and rotatably coupled to one side of the lower tank, a vacuum means is connected to one side of the lower tank and maintains a vacuum state inside, and is coupled to one side of the first vacuum control means. and a humidity control unit that detects internal humidity, a discharge unit provided inside the lower tank, connected to the double partition and discharging the feed inside to the outside, and rotatably coupled to one side of the lower tank. is provided inside the main body, and is coupled to at least one of a control unit that inputs an output signal from a receiver connected to one side and outputs a control signal for controlling the connected control means, and the discharge unit or the discharge cover; , It includes a sensor unit that recognizes the body of the user and pet at a distance where they can be hit or caught when the discharge cover opens and closes.

Description

Feed dispensing machine with vacuum maintained}

The present invention relates to a feed dispensing machine in which a vacuum is maintained. More specifically, it is possible to discharge feed at a set time so that pets can eat food at an appropriate time, and vacuum stores the feed stored inside and feeds the pet. This relates to a feed dispensing machine in which a vacuum is maintained to prevent external air, etc. from contacting the internal feed even when discharging.

Unless otherwise indicated herein, the material described in this section is not prior art to the claims of this application, and is not admitted to be prior art by inclusion in this section.

Generally, when you raise a pet and feed it into a food bowl, the pet approaches and eats it. The amount a breeder eats varies depending on the type of pet he or she is raising, and it is important to set an appropriate amount of feed based on body size, weight, age, etc. The breeder who distributes the food to the pet is fully responsible for feeding it in the correct amount at the right time. If feed is delayed, the pet vomits or the amount of food is not controlled, the pet's weight fluctuates irregularly and it develops incorrect feeding habits, which can lead to diseases.

As an example of prior art related to a feed dispensing machine that maintains a vacuum, which was invented to solve these problems and feed feed to pets even if the breeder or breeder who wants to feed the right feed at the correct time is not present, Korean Patent Publication KR 10-1794667 B1 (2017.11.01) “Automatic Feed Quantity Supply Device” has been disclosed.

The present invention provides a fixed-quantity automatic feed supply device that prevents feed from jamming and allows the feed contained in the feed storage container to be mixed without coagulation. The present invention to implement this is a feed storage bin with the upper and lower ends open and a space for storing feed formed inside. It is inserted into the open lower end of the feed storage bin, and a passage is formed inside, and the passage is at the bottom. A lower cap formed with an outlet for discharging the passed feed into the feed tray, a drive motor installed on the outside of the lower cap and driven for a set time with an externally applied power source, and a passage part of the lower cap coupled to the drive motor. A rotating shaft that rotates with the power of the drive motor in a horizontally penetrating state, a sleeve coupled to the outer diameter of the rotating shaft, and at least one piece protruding integrally from the outer diameter of the sleeve and in close contact with the inner surface of the passage portion. It includes an opening and closing member composed of a blade that rotates according to rotation and opens the passage of the lower cap to allow feed to pass, and the sleeve and the blade constituting the opening and closing member are molded from an elastic material that is free of bending. It is disclosed that this is done.

However, the feed storage bin that stores the feed and the lower cap that discharges the feed are in communication with each other, and it is possible for external air to flow into the feed storage bin that stores the feed through the blade that moves and discharges the feed through rotation. To prevent this, a moisture barrier plate, etc. is placed at the outlet, but it must be separated for a while when discharging the feed, and if this happens, a significant amount of air can flow inside, shortening the shelf life of the stored feed, and causing insects to enter. There is a problem with mold and microorganisms growing inside.

1. Korean Patent Publication KR 10-1794667 B1 (2017.11.01)

In order to solve the problems described above, the present invention maintains the inside of the feed discharge machine in a vacuum state and forms a double discharge part in the hollow part to prevent air from entering while discharging the feed, thereby allowing air into the stored feed. It is constructed to prevent rancidity, and because it is located in a closed space, insects cannot enter, and the internal humidity can be adjusted to prevent feed quality from deteriorating due to mold, etc. It is a feed discharge machine that maintains a vacuum. We would like to provide

In addition, it is not limited to the technical challenges described above, and it is obvious that other technical challenges may be derived from the description below.

A vacuum-maintained feed dispensing machine according to an embodiment of the present invention includes a main body forming a predetermined space therein, an opening and closing part formed on one side, and a lower hopper formed on the lower side. , an upper tank for storing feed, a lower tank located below the upper tank and having a temperature control unit formed therein, and having a predetermined internal space spaced apart from the lower side of the upper tank at a predetermined interval from the upper side to the upper tank, A double bulkhead portion having a bulkhead penetrating portion formed on one side, a first vacuum control means in close contact with the bulkhead penetrating portion of the double bulkhead portion and rotatably coupled to one side of the lower hopper of the upper tank, and a first vacuum control means rotatably coupled to one side of the lower hopper of the upper tank. A second vacuum control means is in close contact and rotatably coupled to one side of the lower tank, a vacuum means is connected to one side of the lower tank and maintains a vacuum state inside, and is coupled to one side of the first vacuum control means. and a humidity control unit that detects internal humidity, a discharge unit provided inside the lower tank, connected to the double partition and discharging the feed inside to the outside, and rotatably coupled to one side of the lower tank. It is provided inside the main body, and is coupled to at least one of a control unit that inputs an output signal from a receiver connected to one side and outputs a control signal for controlling the connected control means, and the discharge unit or the discharge cover. , It includes a sensor unit that recognizes the body of the user and pet at a distance where it can be hit or caught when the discharge cover opens and closes.

According to a preferred feature of the present invention, one side of the double partition is inclined to one side and the feed inside moves along the inclined surface.

According to a preferred feature of the present invention, the opening and closing part has a double groove formed along the upper circumference and further includes a cover portion correspondingly coupled to the double groove of the opening and closing part.

According to a preferred feature of the present invention, the control unit includes a remote control unit that transmits a feed discharge command through a wireless device message, an application, and a remote method.

According to a preferred feature of the present invention, a nozzle portion for spraying compressed air and water is formed on one side of the upper tank or lower tank.

According to an embodiment of the present invention, not only dry food that is easy to store, but also wet food can be stored for a long time, and a vacuum is formed to prevent rancidity, bugs, and mold from forming, excellently maintaining feed quality, and being appropriate for the age of the pet. It is possible to set the amount of food supplied, so it is possible to prevent overeating and empty stomachs due to failure to feed on time. The advantage is that it is possible to maintain a vacuum state for a long period of time by using a small vacuum pump using double packing, and that it is possible to reduce manufacturing costs by reducing the volume and weight of the cooling device and related parts by using thermoelectric semiconductors and Peltier elements. there is.

The effects of the present invention are not limited to the effects described above, and should be understood to include all effects that can be inferred from the configuration of the invention described in the detailed description or claims of the present invention.

1 is a perspective view of a vacuum-maintained feed dispensing machine according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 2 is a cross-sectional perspective view of a feed dispensing machine in which a vacuum is maintained according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 3 is a cross-sectional view of a vacuum-maintained feed dispensing machine according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 4 is a detailed view of a vacuum-maintained feed dispensing machine according to an embodiment of the present invention.

Hereinafter, with reference to the attached drawings, we will look at the configuration, operation, and effects of the vacuum-maintained feed dispensing machine according to the preferred embodiment. For reference, in the drawings below, each component is omitted or schematically shown for convenience and clarity, and the size of each component does not reflect the actual size. In addition, the same reference numerals refer to the same components throughout the specification, and reference numerals for the same components in individual drawings will be omitted.

Figure 1 shows a perspective view of a vacuum-maintained feed dispensing machine according to an embodiment of the present invention, Figure 2 shows a cross-sectional perspective view, Figure 3 shows a cross-sectional view, and Figure 4 shows a detailed view.

The vacuum-maintained feed discharge machine (1) according to an embodiment of the present invention,

It is provided inside the main body 10, forming a predetermined space therein, and an opening and closing part 11 is formed on one side, and a lower hopper 21 is formed on the lower side to store feed. an upper tank 20, a lower tank 30 located at the lower part of the upper tank 20 and a temperature control unit 32 formed therein, and a lower tank 30 extending from the lower side of the upper tank 20 to the upper side A double partition wall portion (40) is spaced apart at a set interval and has a predetermined internal space, and has a partition penetrating portion (41) formed on one side, and is in close contact with the partition penetrating portion (41) of the double partition wall portion (40) and the upper portion. A first vacuum control means (44) rotatably coupled to one side of the lower hopper (21) of the tank (20), in close contact with the other side of the lower hopper (21) of the upper tank (20), and the lower tank (30) A second vacuum control means (46) rotatably coupled to one side of the lower tank (30), a vacuum means (31) connected to one side of the lower tank (30) and maintaining the interior in a vacuum state, and the first vacuum control means ( A humidity control unit 33 is coupled to one side of 44) and detects internal humidity, and is provided inside the lower tank 30 and connected to the double partition 40 and discharges the feed inside to the outside. A discharge part 15 that is rotatably coupled to one side of the lower tank 30 and a discharge cover part 16 that seals the discharge part 15, and a discharge cover part 16 provided on the inside of the main body 10. A control unit 19 that inputs an output signal from a receiver connected to one side and outputs a control signal for controlling the connected control means is coupled to at least one of the discharge unit 15 or the discharge cover 16. It includes a sensor unit that recognizes the body of the user and pet at a distance where it can be hit or caught when the discharge cover part 16 opens and closes.

Here, the main body 10 is in the form of a container, with one side open and capable of forming a predetermined space inside, and the inner wall is formed in a double layer to facilitate temperature control. Depending on the formation of the wall, a lid, etc. can be installed on the top. It is possible for the combination to be tightly sealed. Additionally, an anti-slip structure is added to the bottom to prevent slip accidents. The upper tank 20, which is provided inside the main body 10 and is hooked in a ring shape on one side of the upper opening of the main body 10 and coupled at a certain distance from the lower surface of the main body 10, is on one side. The opening and closing portion 11 is formed so that the upper opening portion of the main body 10 and the opening and closing portion 11 can be easily combined with the cover, and the upper tank 20 is tilted to one side in the form of a hopper on the lower side. is formed, making it possible to move the feed flowing down through the double partition portion 40 to the discharge portion 15. The lower tank 30 can be formed in the predetermined space left by the upper tank 20 occupying the upper part of the main body 10, and has the vacuum means 31 for discharging air to the outside and temperature control inside. It is possible for the temperature control unit 32 to control the temperature and the humidity control unit 33 to control the humidity to be located. The discharge part 15 is formed on one side of the lower tank 30, and it is possible to discharge the feed out.

The double partition 40 is spaced at a predetermined interval from the lower side of the upper tank 20 to the upper part to have a predetermined internal space, and a partition penetrating part 41 can be formed on one side. The first vacuum control means 44 is in close contact with the partition penetrating part 41 of the double partition 40 and is rotatably coupled to one side of the lower hopper 21 of the upper tank 20. The first vacuum control means 44 is open at the top so that the feed stored in the upper tank 20 flows down along the double partition 40 and enters the predetermined space of the first vacuum control means 44. The first vacuum control means (44) is rotated in a preset direction by the rotation operation unit (45) connected to one side, so that the contained feed passes through the lower hopper (21) located at the bottom. It is possible to fall into the discharge section (15). The rotation operation unit 45 is capable of transmitting a rotation motion by setting a desired angle in order to discharge an appropriate amount of feed.

The second vacuum control means 46 is in close contact with the other side of the lower hopper 21 of the upper tank 20 and can be rotatably coupled to one side of the lower tank 30. When discharging feed through the discharge part 15, air enters the inside of the lower tank 30, and air invades the upper tank 20 through the communicating double partition 40. In order to prevent this, it is completely adhered to the other side of the lower hopper (21) to prevent air from entering, and only when discharging the feed, it rotates based on the axis coupled to the lower tank (30) to allow the feed to move and discharge. Before the part 15 is opened, it is possible to rotate again and come into close contact with the other side of the lower hopper 21.

The sensor unit is capable of preventing accidents from occurring due to the body of the user or pet being caught or crushed in the discharge unit 15 during the process of discharging the feed, and the sensor unit is capable of preventing accidents from occurring due to the body of the user or pet being caught or crushed in the discharge unit 15. It is possible that it is formed on one side of the cover part 16 and includes one or more sensors such as a distance sensor, a visual sensor, a tactile sensor, and a heat sensor. In addition, the sensor unit can be connected to the control unit 19 and linked with the internal vacuum means and control means.

In Figure 4, when the feed is stored in the first space portion (A) of the upper tank 20 and is operated at a preset time or by user operation, the feed located at the lower part along the slope of the double partition 40 It moves to the first vacuum control means (44), and as the first vacuum control means (44) rotates, the outer peripheral surface blocks the partition penetration part (41) of the double partition part (40) and the feed falls to the bottom. , in the second space (B), the feed passes through the second vacuum control means (46) in close contact with the lower hopper (21) and passes through the discharge part (15) of the third space (C) located at the bottom. It is possible for it to be discharged outside through.

In the third space (C), the discharge part (15) is located, so that external air frequently enters, so even if the discharge cover (16) is closed after discharging the feed, the third space (C) is filled with air. There will be. Therefore, the vacuum means 31 is operated to discharge the air in the third space (C) to the outside and prevent air from entering the first space (A) and the second space (B). It is possible.

One side of the double partition 40 is inclined to one side and the feed inside moves along the slope.

Here, the double partition 40 is spaced at a predetermined interval from the lower side of the upper tank upward, has a predetermined internal space, and has a hopper shape with an inclination centered on the lower side of the double partition 40. Alternatively, a slope is formed on one side, making it possible to move feed to the discharge unit 15 through the partition penetration unit 41.

The opening and closing part 11 has a double groove 12 formed along the upper circumference,

It is characterized in that it further includes a cover part 13 correspondingly coupled to the double groove 12 of the opening and closing part 11.

Here, the opening and closing part 11 can be formed as wide as possible to easily transfer the feed contained in the bag to the upper tank 20, and the double groove 12 is the opening and closing part 11 of the main body 10. ) It is possible to form a plurality of grooves along the upper circumference of the main body 10 and the upper tank 20 in which gaps and additional grooves are formed in the coupled state, and the cover portion 13 corresponds to the number of grooves. It is possible to have a connecting structure such as a hook if possible. When the vacuum means 31 discharges the air inside the main body 10 to maintain a vacuum state inside the body 10, it is completely sealed according to the structure of the cover 13 and the double groove 12, and the opening and closing part 11 It is possible to prevent air intrusion. In addition, the double groove 12 or the cover portion 13 has a rubber packing in the coupling structure, enabling more efficient and continuous sealing.

The control unit 19 is characterized by including a remote control unit that transmits a feed discharge command through a wireless device message, an application, and a remote method.

Here, the control unit 19 further forms a remote control unit to control the amount of feed remaining, temperature and humidity through an MQTT server, and can be operated using messages, applications and remote communications from wireless devices that can be connected to it. Therefore, even when the user is out, it is possible to check the status and remaining amount of stored feed and the internal temperature and humidity in real time, and the user can adjust the temperature and humidity according to the situation or feed the pet.

It is characterized by further forming a nozzle part for spraying compressed air and water formed on one side of the upper tank 20 or the lower tank 30.

Here, the nozzle part is formed on one side of the upper tank 20 or the lower tank 30, and can be connected to the control unit 19. When a cleaning command is transmitted to the control unit 19, it is possible to spray air and water from the nozzle unit connected to one side according to the cleaning step to clean remaining feed, etc. inside.

Although preferred embodiments of the present invention have been described above with reference to the accompanying drawings, the embodiments described in this specification and the configuration shown in the drawings are only one of the most preferred embodiments of the present invention and do not represent the entire technical idea of the present invention. Since this is not the case, it should be understood that there may be various equivalents and modifications that can replace them at the time of filing this application. Therefore, the embodiments described above should be understood in all respects as illustrative and not restrictive, and the scope of the present invention is indicated by the claims described later rather than the detailed description, and the meaning and scope of the claims and their All changes or modified forms derived from the equivalent concept should be construed as falling within the scope of the present invention.

1: Feed discharge machine with vacuum maintained
10: main body
11: opening and closing part
12: double groove
13: cover part
15: discharge part
16: Discharge cover part
17: Display unit
18: control panel
19: control unit
20: upper tank
21: Lower hopper
30: Lower tank
31: Vacuum means
32: Temperature control unit
33: Humidity control unit
40: double bulkhead part
41: Bulkhead penetration part
44: First vacuum control means
45: Rotation operating unit
46: Second vacuum control means
A: First space part
B: Second space part
C: Third space

Claims (5)

a main body forming a predetermined space therein;
An upper tank provided inside the main body, having an opening and closing part on one side, a lower hopper on the lower side, and storing feed;
A lower tank located below the upper tank and having a temperature control unit formed therein;
a double bulkhead portion spaced at a predetermined distance from the lower side of the upper tank to the top, having a predetermined internal space, and having a partition penetrating portion formed on one side;
A first vacuum control means that has a cylindrical shape with an opening formed on one side and an internal receiving space, and is disposed adjacent to and rotatably coupled between the double partition and the lower hopper so that the central axis is horizontal;
a second vacuum control means in close contact with the other side of the lower hopper of the upper tank and rotatably coupled to one side of the lower tank;
Vacuum means connected to one side of the lower tank and maintaining the interior in a vacuum state;
A humidity control unit coupled to one side of the first vacuum control means and detecting internal humidity;
A discharge part provided inside the lower tank, connected to the double partition, and discharging the feed inside to the outside;
A discharge cover rotatably coupled to one side of the lower tank and sealing the discharge portion;
A control unit provided inside the main body unit, inputs an output signal from a receiver connected to one side, and outputs a control signal for controlling the connected control means; and
A sensor unit coupled to at least one of the discharge unit or the discharge cover unit and recognizing the body of the user and the pet at a distance that can be hit or caught when the discharge cover opens and closes;
Including,
The first vacuum control means is,
As it rotates, the opening on one side is connected to either the lower part of the double partition or the upper part of the lower hopper, and the outer peripheral surface of the other side seals either the upper part of the lower hopper or the lower part of the double partition wall to maintain a vacuum. discharge machine.
According to clause 1,
A feed dispensing machine in which a vacuum is maintained, wherein one side of the double partition is inclined to one side and the feed inside moves along the inclined plane.
According to clause 1,
The opening and closing part has a double groove formed along the upper circumference,
A vacuum-maintained feed dispensing machine further comprising a cover portion correspondingly coupled to the double groove of the opening and closing portion.
According to clause 1,
A feed dispensing machine in which a vacuum is maintained, wherein the control unit includes a remote control unit that transmits a feed dispensing command through a wireless device message, an application, and a remote method.
According to clause 1,
A vacuum-maintained feed dispensing machine further comprising a nozzle portion that sprays compressed air and water formed on one side of the upper tank or lower tank.

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