Description:BACKGROUND
Field of Invention
[001] Embodiments of the present invention generally relate to a system for planting seeds and particularly to a system for planting seeds in an agricultural field.
Description of Related Art
[002] Traditional methods of seed planting have primarily relied on manual labor or conventional mechanical planters. While effective, these methods often entail substantial time and resource investment, leading to inefficiencies in large-scale agricultural operations. Additionally, manual planting may be susceptible to inconsistencies in seed depth, spacing, and alignment, which can have adverse effects on crop yield and quality.
[003] Modern agricultural practices have introduced semi-autonomous machinery to enhance planting operations. However, existing systems may lack the versatility and adaptability required to address various soil types, terrains, and crop varieties. Moreover, they may not fully capitalize on advancements in sensing technologies and data analytics to optimize planting parameters.
[004] The need for a comprehensive and adaptable system for semi-autonomous seed planting in agricultural fields, capable of accommodating diverse planting conditions and crop types, remains a crucial objective in contemporary agriculture
[005] There is thus a need for an improved and advanced system for planting seeds in an agricultural field that can administer the aforementioned limitations in a more efficient manner.
SUMMARY
[006] Embodiments in accordance with the present invention provide a system for planting seeds in an agricultural field. The system comprising: a seed hopper adapted to receive seeds from a storage tanker (102). The system further comprising: a wheel connected to the seed hopper using a chain drive, wherein a liner movement of the wheel creates rotational motion in the seed hopper. The system further comprising: a seed discharging tube adapted to receive seeds from the seed hopper; wherein the seeds received in the seed discharging tube is transmitted to a funnel. The system further comprising: a seed dribbler adapted to sow the seeds deep into a soil of the agricultural field received in the funnel.
[007] Embodiments of the present invention may provide a number of advantages depending on their particular configuration. First, embodiments of the present application may provide a system for planting seeds in an agricultural field.
[008] Next, embodiments of the present application may provide a system for planting seeds in an agricultural field that is easy to use and easy to maintain.
[009] Next, embodiments of the present application may provide a system for planting seeds in an agricultural field that requires less maintenance.
[0010] These and other advantages will be apparent from the present application of the embodiments described herein.
[0011] The preceding is a simplified summary to provide an understanding of some embodiments of the present invention. This summary is neither an extensive nor exhaustive overview of the present invention and its various embodiments. The summary presents selected concepts of the embodiments of the present invention in a simplified form as an introduction to the more detailed description presented below. As will be appreciated, other embodiments of the present invention are possible utilizing, alone or in combination, one or more of the features set forth above or described in detail below.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0012] The above and still further features and advantages of embodiments of the present invention will become apparent upon consideration of the following detailed description of embodiments thereof, especially when taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, and wherein:
[0013] FIG. 1A illustrates a block diagram of a system for planting seeds in an agricultural field, according to an embodiment of the present invention;
[0014] FIG. 1B illustrates a front view of a seed hopper, according to an embodiment of the present invention;
[0015] FIG. 1C illustrates a side view of the seed hopper, according to an embodiment of the present invention;
[0016] FIG. 1D illustrates a top view of the seed hopper, according to an embodiment of the present invention; and
[0017] FIG. 2 depicts a flowchart of a method for planting seeds in an agricultural field, according to an embodiment of the present invention.
[0018] The headings used herein are for organizational purposes only and are not meant to be used to limit the scope of the description or the claims. As used throughout this application, the word "may" is used in a permissive sense (i.e., meaning having the potential to), rather than the mandatory sense (i.e., meaning must). Similarly, the words “include”, “including”, and “includes” mean including but not limited to. To facilitate understanding, like reference numerals have been used, where possible, to designate like elements common to the figures. Optional portions of the figures may be illustrated using dashed or dotted lines, unless the context of usage indicates otherwise.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0019] The following description includes the preferred best mode of one embodiment of the present invention. It will be clear from this description of the invention that the invention is not limited to these illustrated embodiments but that the invention also includes a variety of modifications and embodiments thereto. Therefore, the present description should be seen as illustrative and not limiting. While the invention is susceptible to various modifications and alternative constructions, it should be understood, that there is no intention to limit the invention to the specific form disclosed, but, on the contrary, the invention is to cover all modifications, alternative constructions, and equivalents falling within the scope of the invention as defined in the claims.
[0020] In any embodiment described herein, the open-ended terms "comprising", "comprises”, and the like (which are synonymous with "including", "having” and "characterized by") may be replaced by the respective partially closed phrases "consisting essentially of", “consists essentially of", and the like or the respective closed phrases "consisting of", "consists of”, the like.
[0021] As used herein, the singular forms “a”, “an”, and “the” designate both the singular and the plural, unless expressly stated to designate the singular only.
[0022] FIG. 1A illustrates a block diagram of a system 100 for planting seeds in an agricultural field, according to an embodiment of the present invention. In an embodiment of the present invention, the system 100 may sow two rows of seeds in a single batch. According to embodiments of the present invention, the seeds sown by the system 100 may be, but not limited to, cotton seeds, groundnut seeds, and so forth. Embodiments of the present invention are intended to include or otherwise cover any type of the seeds that may be sown by the system 100, including known, related art, and/or later developed technologies.
[0023] According to embodiments of the present invention, the system 100 may comprise a storage tanker 102, a seed hopper 104, a wheel 106, a U-shaped shaft 108, a chain drive 110, a seed discharging tube 112, a funnel 114, and a seed dribbler 116.
[0024] In an embodiment of the present invention, the storage tanker 102 may be adapted to store seeds and may be adapted to supply seeds to a seed hopper 104. The wheel 106 may be connected to the seed hopper 104 using the chain drive 110, in an embodiment of the present invention. In an embodiment of the present invention, the wheel 106 and the seed hopper 104 may be mounted on a U-shaped shaft 108. A liner movement of the wheel 106 may create rotational motion in the seed hopper 104, in an embodiment of the present invention.
[0025] In an embodiment of the present invention, a diameter of the seed hopper 104 may be 18 centimeters (cm). The seed hopper 104 is circular in shape, in an embodiment of the present invention. In an embodiment of the present invention, the seed hopper 104 may be constructed of a metallic material. The seed hopper 104 may be an impeller-based hopper, in an embodiment of the present invention.
[0026] In an embodiment of the present invention, the seed discharging tube 112 adapted to receive seeds from the seed hopper 104. The seeds received in the seed discharging tube 112 is transmitted to the funnel 114, in an embodiment of the present invention. In an embodiment of the present invention, the seed dribbler 116 adapted to sow the seeds deep into a soil of the agricultural field received in the funnel 114. The seed dribbler 116 may be adapted to sow the seed in a liner motion, in an embodiment of the present invention. In an embodiment of the present invention, the rotational motion of the seed hopper 104 may be converted into the linear motion of the seed dribbler 116 by using a crank rocker mechanism.
[0027] FIG. 1B illustrates a front view of the seed hopper 104, according to an embodiment of the present invention.
[0028] FIG. 1C illustrates a side view of the seed hopper 104, according to an embodiment of the present invention.
[0029] FIG. 1D illustrates a top view of the seed hopper 104, according to an embodiment of the present invention.
[0030] FIG. 2 depicts a flowchart of a method 200 for planting the seeds in the agricultural field using the system 100, according to an embodiment of the present invention.
[0031] At step 202, the system 100 may receive the seeds through the seed hopper 104 from the storage tanker 102.
[0032] At step 204, the system 100 may enable the user to rotate the wheel 106 leading to a creation of rotational motion in the seed hopper 104.
[0033] At step 206, the system 100 may receive the seeds from the seed hopper 104 to the seed discharging tube 112.
[0034] At step 208, the system 100 may transmit the seeds in the seed discharging tube 112 to the funnel 114.
[0035] At step 210, the system 100 may enable the seed dribbler 116 to sow the seeds deep into the soil of the agricultural field received in the funnel 114.
[0036] While the invention has been described in connection with what is presently considered to be the most practical and various embodiments, it is to be understood that the invention is not to be limited to the disclosed embodiments, but on the contrary, is intended to cover various modifications and equivalent arrangements included within the scope of the appended claims.
[0037] This written description uses examples to disclose the invention, including the best mode, and also to enable any person skilled in the art to practice the invention, including making and using any devices or systems and performing any incorporated methods. The patentable scope of the invention is defined in the claims, and may include other examples that occur to those skilled in the art. Such other examples are intended to be within the scope of the claims if they have structural elements that do not differ from the literal language of the claims, or if they include equivalent structural elements within substantial differences from the literal languages of the claims. , Claims:CLAIMS
I/We Claim:
1. A system (100) for planting seeds in an agricultural field, the system (100) comprising:
a seed hopper (104) adapted to receive seeds from a storage tanker (102);
a wheel (106) connected to the seed hopper (104) using a chain drive (110), wherein a liner movement of the wheel (106) creates rotational motion in the seed hopper (104);
a seed discharging tube (112) adapted to receive seeds from the seed hopper (104); wherein the seeds received in the seed discharging tube (112) are transmitted to a funnel (114); and
a seed dribbler (116) adapted to sow the seeds deep into a soil of the agricultural field received in the funnel (114).
2. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the seed dribbler (116) sows the seed in a linear motion.
3. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the rotational motion of the seed hopper (104) is converted into the linear motion of the seed dribbler (116) by using a crank rocker mechanism.
4. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the wheel (106) and the seed hopper (104) are mounted on a U-shaped shaft (108).
5. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the seeds are selected from cotton seeds, groundnut seeds, or a combination thereof.
6. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein a diameter of the seed hopper (104) is 18 centimeters (cm).
7. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the seed hopper (104) is circular in shape.
8. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the seed hopper (104) is constructed of a metallic material.
9. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the system (100) is adapted to sow two rows of seeds in a single batch.
10. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the seed hopper (104) is an impeller-based hopper.
Date: November 23, 2023
Place: Noida

Dr. Keerti Gupta
Agent for the Applicant
(IN/PA-1529)