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    • 专利摘要:
    The invention relates to a pet food and water dispenser comprising an upper, lower and median part, characterized in that it comprises a reserve (18) of food, a bowl (20) for food, means ( 28), a water storage (24), a water bowl (22) and to be accessible to a domestic animal, a water fountain comprising a water filter (38) and a pump ( 30) configured to pump water from the water supply (24) to the water dish (22), and a control unit comprising a control device of the food dispensing means and the water pump. water, and a network interface, configured for a connection from the control unit to the Internet.
    公开号:FR3046332A1
    申请号:FR1650090
    申请日:2016-01-06
    公开日:2017-07-07
    发明作者:Brice Cavelier
    申请人:Jnb Innovation；
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    专利说明:

    INTELLIGENT DISTRIBUTOR OF FOOD AND WATER FOR ANIMALS
    TECHNICAL FIELD OF THE INVENTION The invention relates to a smart food and water dispenser for pets. In particular, the invention relates to a distributor connected and controlled via a smart phone (such as a smartphone or smartphone in English) or via a terminal connected to the Internet. 2. Technological background
    The distribution of food and pet water has many constraints, including health and distribution management in the event of prolonged absence.
    At the level of the health of the domestic animal, the distribution of traditional food does not make it possible to follow the consumption of food and water of the domestic animal and can thus generate problems of undernutrition, which can lead to nutritional deficiencies, or overnutrition of the animal, which can lead to obesity of the animal.
    For prolonged absences of the owner of the domestic animal, it must either involve a third person or provide the pet beforehand enough for the time of absence. In the latter case, the owner has no control over the quantity consumed or the frequency of consumption, which can lead to health problems of the animal.
    Solutions have been proposed to meet one or other of these constraints, but no solution is satisfactory to meet all of them. In particular, the current distributors are designed for owner's absences that are very limited in time, because they are subject to significant congestion constraints if we want a large reserve of water or food, and to conservation constraints of the food and water in good conditions over time, not to distribute food or water contaminated by external bacteria. In addition, current solutions do not ensure the effective operation of the dispenser during a prolonged absence, thus causing major health risks for domestic animals.
    The inventors have therefore sought a solution to these constraints, in order to provide a food and water dispenser for improving the health of domestic animals.
    A domestic animal is an animal living in or near a human home, which is raised and fed by humans. The invention is intended more particularly for a pet, for example a cat, a dog, a rabbit, a ferret, etc. OBJECTIVES OF THE INVENTION The invention aims at overcoming at least some of the disadvantages of known pet food and water dispensers.
    In particular, the invention aims to provide, in at least one embodiment of the invention, a dispenser that monitors the consumption of food and water consumed by a domestic animal. The invention also aims to provide, in at least one embodiment, a dispenser for the programmed or remote control of the amount of water and food supplied to the domestic animal. The invention also aims to provide, in at least one embodiment, a dispenser whose size is limited. 4. Presentation of the invention
    To do this, the invention relates to a pet food and water dispenser, comprising an upper part, a lower part and a middle part, characterized in that it comprises: a reserve of food, arranged in the part upper dispenser, a food bowl, arranged in the middle portion of the dispenser and so as to be accessible to a domestic animal, food distribution means adapted to dispense food from the food supply to the dish with food, a water reserve, arranged in the lower part of the dispenser, a water dish arranged in the middle part of the dispenser and so as to be accessible to a pet, including an overflow of water adapted to evacuate an excess water from the water dish to the water supply, a water fountain comprising a water pump and a water filter, said water pump being configured to pump water from the water supply to the water dish, and said water filter being configured to filter the excess water discharged to the water supply, a control unit, arranged in the middle part of the dispenser, and comprising: a control device of the food dispensing means and the water pump, a network interface, configured for a connection of the control unit to the Internet.
    The upper, middle and lower parts refer to a configuration of the dispenser for normal use: the lower part is the part closest to the plane on which the dispenser is placed to allow access to the bowls of the animal (s) (by the floor or a piece of furniture), the upper part is the part furthest from the said plane, and the middle part is situated between the upper part and the lower part.
    A dispenser according to the invention therefore makes it possible to distribute both water and food to one or more domestic animals, by controlling this distribution via a control unit allowing both the control of the water and water rations. distributed food, and a follow-up of these distributions.
    The control of the distributed rations can for example allow the distribution of food at regular intervals (for example every two hours), at a precise hour (for example every day at eight o'clock, thirteen o'clock and twenty thirty), if the bowls are empty, or on demand. The control unit also knows when the rations have been distributed, thus allowing monitoring. The control unit can thus generate daily reports including various data relating to the consumption of water and food. The control unit is for example a computer, computer, printed circuit, etc. including a processing unit such as a microprocessor, a microcontroller, etc. performing the data processing operations. The network interface allows the connection of the distributor to the Internet and thus to control the remote control unit and / or to receive data (such as reports) transmitted by the distributor to an external control terminal, such as a computer, smartphone, tablet, smartwatch, etc. The distributor is so smart and connected.
    The configuration of the distributor in the upper, middle and lower parts allows a significant compactness of the dispenser and allows an increase in the volumes of the tanks compared to existing dispensers, which allows a longer absence of the owner.
    In particular, the water reserve is located in the lower part and the water is distributed in the bowl in the middle part through a pump. This configuration makes it possible at the same time to improve the stability of the dispenser, thus avoiding a tilting of the dispenser by the domestic animal or a human, and allows the storage of a greater volume of water while limiting the total bulk of the dispenser .
    The water fountain constantly renews the water in the water bowl so as not to leave stagnant water conducive to the development of harmful bacteria. The water is pumped from the reserve and the excess water in the bowl is filtered and returned to the reserve. The water filter comprises for example a grid for blocking large impurities and an activated carbon filter. As water is constantly moving, it encourages animals to drink more often and reduces the risk of a health problem. The pump can be temporarily deactivated by the control unit.
    The bowls are arranged in the middle part (thus above the water reserve), slightly raised above the ground allowing the animal to eat and drink easily. The middle part also includes the control unit.
    The food reserve is located at the top, which simplifies the distribution of food to the food bowl in the middle part by gravity. The food distribution means advantageously comprise a worm driven by a motor, food falling from the reserve in the screw, and the rotation of the screw causing the movement of food to the bowl. The worm allows precise control of the amount of food dispensed, a particular rotation of the screw can be easily associated with a particular amount of food, by calibration.
    The food distribution means, the water pump and the control unit are supplied with electrical power via a power supply, generally connected to the current mains by an electrical outlet. The invention is particularly suitable for small pets such as cats, rabbits, ferrets, small dogs, etc., but can also be adapted to larger pets, including any type of dog, by adapting the size of the distributor to the animal concerned.
    Advantageously, a distributor according to the invention comprises a local network coordinator, configured for direct communication of the control unit with at least one external sensor.
    According to this aspect of the invention, the dispenser can connect to other sensors for data transmission therewith to improve food and water distribution and animal tracking.
    Direct communication means communication without going through the Internet, the distributor thus creating a local network to which the sensors are connected. If information from the sensors can be transmitted over the Internet via the distributor through its network interface.
    For example, the external sensors may be: a sensor linked to a litter, allowing monitoring of the health of the animal, a sensor linked to a pet door, to know the time of presence of the animal inside or outside the home where the dispenser is located, and thus estimate the physical activity of the animal, a sensor linked to a basket, a sensor linked to a toy, a sensor connected to a collar carried by the animal allowing to measure his activity, etc.
    Advantageously and according to the invention, the local network coordinator is adapted for wireless communication with at least one external sensor.
    The distributor may use one or more known wireless communication protocols, for example IEEE 802.11 (Wi-Fi type), IEEE 802.15.1 (Bluetooth type), IEEE 802.15.4 (ZigBee type), or any other protocol adapted to communications between machines (M2M for machine to machine in English).
    Advantageously, a dispenser according to the invention comprises a battery adapted to power the control unit, the food distribution means and the water pump.
    According to this aspect of the invention, the battery makes it possible to maintain the functions of the distributor in the event of interruption of an external power supply.
    Advantageously, in case of power failure, the distributor can operate on battery in degraded mode, in which, for example, one of these steps is implemented: any wireless and / or Internet communication is cut off, Consumption monitoring is stopped, monitoring of the state of the reserves is stopped, the water pump of the fountain is activated only punctually at a particular frequency (for example every hour) in order to renew the water of the water. water bowl or fill it if it is empty.
    The vital functions of the distributor, that is to say to distribute food and water, remain assured.
    Advantageously and according to the invention, the food bowl comprises a weighing sensor configured to weigh the quantity of food present in said bowl, said weighing sensor being connected to the control unit to be able to transmit data on the weighed quantity. to the control unit.
    "Connected" means that a physical or wireless link allows the transmission of data in the form of a digital or analogue signal.
    According to this aspect of the invention, the weighing sensor makes it possible both to verify that the quantity of food dispensed is correct, but also to track the quantity of food actually consumed by the animal, and transmit this data to the unit. control for monitoring consumption.
    Advantageously and according to the invention, at least one reserve comprises a filling sensor configured to measure the fill level of the reserve, said filling sensor being connected to the control unit so as to be able to transmit the measured filling level to the control unit.
    According to this aspect of the invention, the measurement of the filling level of the reserves makes it possible to verify that these are sufficient in the case of a prolonged absence.
    In addition, because of the permanent circulation of water, the measurement of the level of filling makes it possible to determine the water consumption of the animal, the decrease of the reserve of water corresponding mainly to the water consumed by the water. 'animal.
    For the food reserve, the filling sensor is for example a weighing sensor of the reserve.
    For the water supply, the filling sensor is for example a pressure sensor, a float or a plunger.
    Advantageously, a dispenser according to the invention comprises means for identifying a domestic animal using the dispenser.
    According to this aspect of the invention, the distributor allows a personalized monitoring of the consumption of food or water for each domestic animal.
    In addition, the means of identification of the animal can also act as a presence detector of the animal, thus allowing for example to distribute food only when the animal identified is nearby, or to estimate the water consumption by calculating the time of presence of the animal and multiplying by the average consumption of water of this animal.
    The identification means of the animal are for example a subcutaneous chip of the animal (usually set up by a veterinarian), or a collar or pendant carried by the animal comprising an RFID chip type. The invention also relates to a food and water distribution system for pets, characterized in that it comprises: a dispenser according to the invention, a control terminal, a server connected to the distributor and to the control terminal via Internet, adapted to receive data transmitted by the distributor, store said data, transmit said data to the control terminal, receive instructions from the control terminal and transmit said instructions to the distributor.
    The server allows the exchange and storage of data, allowing for example access to reports even if the distributor is not connected and access the tracking archives of the power supply.
    The control terminal advantageously comprises a software or an application for exchanging data with the server. In particular, the control terminal allows programming food rations to be dispensed by the distributor (distribution times, quantity, etc.). The invention also relates to a dispenser and a food and water distribution system characterized in combination by all or some of the characteristics mentioned above or below. 5. List of Figures Other objects, features and advantages of the invention will appear on reading the following description given solely by way of non-limiting example and which refers to the appended figures in which: FIG. 1 is a schematic front view of a dispenser according to one embodiment of the invention. FIG. 2 is a diagrammatic perspective view in partial section of a dispenser according to one embodiment of the invention, FIG. 3 is a diagrammatic perspective view of distribution according to one embodiment of the invention, FIG. 4 is a schematic view of a dispensing system according to one embodiment of the invention. 6. Detailed description of an embodiment of the invention
    The following achievements are examples. Although the description refers to one or more embodiments, this does not necessarily mean that each reference relates to the same embodiment, or that the features apply only to a single embodiment. Simple features of different embodiments may also be combined to provide other embodiments. Figures, scales and proportions are not strictly adhered to for the purpose of illustration and clarity.
    Figure 1 is a diagrammatic front view of a pet food and water dispenser 10 according to one embodiment of the invention. According to this embodiment, the dispenser is particularly adapted to a domestic cat. However, it can of course be used for other types of pets, including pets such as dogs, rabbits, ferrets, etc.
    The dispenser 10 comprises an upper portion 12, a medial portion 14 and a lower portion 16.
    A reserve 18 of food is arranged in the upper part 12 of the dispenser 10. The reserve 18 food for example has a capacity of four liters or about 1715g of croquettes (or about a month of consumption for a cat size and average weight) .
    A food dish 20, a water dish 22, food delivery means, a water fountain and a control unit are arranged in the medial portion 14 of the dispenser 10.
    A reserve 24 of water is arranged in the lower part 16 of the distributor 10.
    The reserve 24 water has for example a capacity of eight liters (about a month of consumption for a cat size and average weight).
    Figure 2 shows schematically in perspective and in partial section the dispenser 10 according to one embodiment of the invention. Inside the dispenser, in the middle part, are the control unit 26, the food distribution means 28 and a water pump 30 of the water fountain.
    The food distribution means comprise an endless screw 32 actuated by a motor controlled by the control unit. The food supply has a hopper-like shape so as to guide the food towards the auger. The food is moved to the food dish 20 through the rotation of the auger. To determine the quantity poured and the consumption of the animal, the bowl comprises a weighing sensor (not shown).
    The water pump 30 makes it possible to raise water from the lower part (where the water tank is located) to the middle part (where the water bowl is located).
    Figure 3 schematically shows in perspective the distributor 10 according to one embodiment of the invention.
    The water fountain provides continuous supply of water to the water bowl. To prevent any water overflow, the water bowl includes an overflow 36 of water for the evacuation of excess water to the water supply, via a water filter 38. The filling of the water reserve can be done via the orifice formed by the overflow, or by removing the water dish.
    FIG. 4 schematically represents a distribution system 100 according to one embodiment of the invention.
    The distribution system comprises a distributor 10 as described above, connected to a server 102 connected to the distributor via the Internet through a network interface of the control unit, and a control terminal 103 connected to the server 102 via the Internet. The server is for example a server of a "cloud" service (cloud in English), permanently accessible via the smartphone control terminal 103, computer, connected watch, etc.
    In addition, the control unit includes a LAN coordinator for creating a local network 104 with external sensors 106a, 106b, 106c, 106d.
    权利要求:
    Claims (8)
    [1" id="c-fr-0001]
    A pet food and water dispenser comprising an upper portion (12), a lower portion (16) and a medial portion (14), characterized by comprising: a food supply (18) , arranged in the upper portion (12) of the dispenser, a bowl (20) for food, arranged in the middle portion (14) of the dispenser and so as to be accessible to a domestic animal, means (28) for dispensing food adapted to dispense food from the food store (18) to the food bowl (20), a water supply (24) arranged in the lower portion (16) of the dispenser, a bowl (22) ) water arranged in the middle portion (14) of the dispenser and so as to be accessible to a pet, including an overflow (36) of water adapted to remove excess water from the bowl (22) water supply to the reserve (24) of water, a water fountain comprising a pump Water pump (30) and a water filter (38), said water pump (30) being configured to pump water from the water supply (24) to the water dish (22), and said filter (38) being configured to filter excess water discharged to the water supply (24), a control unit (26) arranged in the middle portion (14) of the dispenser, and comprising: a device controlling a food distribution means (28) and a water pump (30), a network interface configured for connection of the Internet control unit (26).
    [2" id="c-fr-0002]
    2. Distributor according to claim 1, characterized in that it comprises a local network coordinator, configured for direct communication of the control unit (26) with at least one external sensor (106a, 106b, 106c, 106d). .
    [3" id="c-fr-0003]
    3. Distributor according to claim 2, characterized in that the LAN coordinator is adapted for wireless communication with at least one external sensor (106a, 106b, 106c, 106d).
    [4" id="c-fr-0004]
    4. Dispenser according to one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that it comprises a battery adapted to power the control unit (26), the means (28) of food distribution and the pump (30) to water.
    [5" id="c-fr-0005]
    5. Dispenser according to one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that the bowl (20) food comprises a weigh sensor configured to weigh the amount of food present in said bowl, said weigh sensor being connected to the control unit (26) for transmitting data on the weighed quantity to the control unit (26).
    [6" id="c-fr-0006]
    6. Dispenser according to one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that at least one reserve (18, 24) comprises a filling sensor configured to measure the fill level of the reserve (18, 24), said sensor filling unit being connected to the control unit (26) so that the measured filling level can be transmitted to the control unit (26).
    [7" id="c-fr-0007]
    7. Dispenser according to one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that it comprises means for identifying a domestic animal using the dispenser.
    [8" id="c-fr-0008]
    8. Food distribution system and water for pets, characterized in that it comprises: a distributor (10) according to one of claims 1 to 7, a terminal (103) control, a server (102 ) connected to the distributor via the Internet, adapted to receive data transmitted by the distributor (10), store said data, transmit said data to the control terminal (103), receive instructions from the control terminal (103) and transmit said instructions at the dispenser (10).
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