An unmanned aerial vehicle launch vehicle

Abstract

The application discloses a kind of unmanned vehicle launching vehicle, including transport vehicle, the transport vehicle includes auxiliary frame, also includes unmanned aerial vehicle storage rack and unmanned aerial vehicle launcher, the unmanned aerial vehicle storage rack is set in the middle of auxiliary frame;The unmanned aerial vehicle launcher is provided with two, and two unmanned aerial vehicle launchers are symmetrically arranged on the two sides of unmanned aerial vehicle storage rack, the integration efficiency of the present application is optimized unmanned aerial vehicle storage and launch, by integrating unmanned aerial vehicle storage rack and two symmetrically distributed unmanned aerial vehicle launchers on transport vehicle, both retain the quick launch function of launcher, also greatly improve the number of unmanned aerial vehicle carrying with the aid of independent storage rack;When launcher completes launch, unmanned aerial vehicle can be directly taken from storage rack by external hoisting equipment for reloading, effectively solve the low carrying capacity, slow turnover problem caused by traditional launcher dense arrangement, significantly improve the continuous launch capability, especially suitable for the scene needing multiple unmanned aerial vehicle cooperative operation.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the technical field of launch vehicles, and more specifically to a drone launch vehicle. Background Technology

[0002] With the rapid development of UAV technology, its applications in reconnaissance, surveying, communication, and emergency rescue are becoming increasingly widespread, placing higher demands on the rapid deployment and continuous launch capabilities of UAVs. Currently, ground launches of UAVs mostly rely on single-function launchers or transport vehicles, which have many limitations.

[0003] Traditional UAV launch equipment often separates launch and storage functions, with some launchers having only a single launch capability, resulting in low efficiency during continuous operations or missions.

[0004] Meanwhile, existing launch devices lack sufficient flexibility in angle adjustment. Most fixed-angle launchers cannot adapt to complex terrain or the launch attitude requirements of different missions, limiting the combat radius and mission adaptability of UAVs. In addition, UAVs lack effective protective measures during transportation and standby, making them susceptible to harsh environments such as sandstorms, rain, and snow. This not only reduces the service life of the equipment but may also affect launch reliability due to issues such as moisture and wear on components.

[0005] In emergency response, military operations and other scenarios, the requirements for the continuous launch capability, deployment speed and equipment protection performance of drones are more stringent. Existing equipment is difficult to meet the comprehensive needs of storage capacity, launch efficiency, angle adjustment and environmental protection. There is an urgent need for an integrated solution that can efficiently integrate storage and launch functions, improve operational continuity and have good protection capabilities. Summary of the Invention

[0006] To overcome the aforementioned problems, the present invention aims to provide a drone launch vehicle that integrates a drone storage rack with two symmetrically distributed drone launch racks on a transport vehicle. This not only retains the rapid launch function of the launch racks but also significantly increases the number of drones that can be carried by utilizing the independent storage rack.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution adopted by the present invention is: a drone launch vehicle, including a transport vehicle, the transport vehicle including a subframe, and further comprising:

[0008] A drone storage rack, wherein the drone storage rack is disposed in the middle of the subframe;

[0009] The drone launcher has two units, which are symmetrically arranged on both sides of the drone storage rack.

[0010] The UAV launcher includes an attitude adjustment mechanism mounted on the subframe for adjusting the angle.

[0011] The upper part of the posture adjustment mechanism is provided with a frame.

[0012] The housing contains a zero-length launcher for launching drones.

[0013] The top of the frame is equipped with an electric roller shutter for drone protection.

[0014] Preferably, the drone storage rack includes a storage frame mounted on the subframe.

[0015] The storage frame contains two pull-out panels, and guide rails are provided on the inner side of the storage frame.

[0016] The inner surface of the guide rail is rotatably equipped with a first support wheel, and the first support wheel is in contact with the lower surface of the pull-out plate.

[0017] The end of the pull-out plate is provided with a second support wheel, and the second support wheel is located inside the guide rail.

[0018] The storage frame is equipped with a locking device for locking the pull-out panel.

[0019] Preferably, the locking element is a rotary locking element.

[0020] Preferably, the top of the drone storage rack is provided with a top plate.

[0021] Preferably, the posture adjustment mechanism includes a base mounted on the subframe.

[0022] A turntable is located at the top of the motor output shaft inside the base, and three support legs are rotatably mounted on the base.

[0023] The free end of the supporting leg is rotatably equipped with a supporting foot, and a first hydraulic cylinder is rotatably connected between the base and the supporting leg.

[0024] A second hydraulic cylinder is rotatably mounted at one end of the base, and the frame is mounted on the upper surface of the turntable.

[0025] Preferably, the zero-length launcher includes a fixing frame disposed at the bottom of the housing frame.

[0026] A connecting frame is rotatably mounted at the top of the fixed frame.

[0027] An adjusting frame is rotatably mounted on the free end of the connecting frame, and an angle-adjusting hydraulic cylinder is rotatably mounted between the adjusting frame and the connecting frame.

[0028] The free end of the adjusting frame is rotatably equipped with a skid, which is placed on the inner bottom surface of the frame.

[0029] The connecting frame is equipped with a front bracket for supporting the drone's head, a tail bracket for supporting the drone's tail, and a rocket booster bracket for supporting the drone's rocket booster.

[0030] The beneficial effects of this invention are:

[0031] 1. The integration efficiency of UAV storage and launch has been optimized. By integrating the UAV storage rack with two symmetrically distributed UAV launch racks on the transport vehicle, the rapid launch function of the launch racks is retained, while the number of UAVs that can be carried is greatly increased with the help of independent storage racks. After the launch racks have completed their launch, UAVs can be retrieved directly from the storage racks for reloading via external hoisting equipment. This effectively solves the problems of low carrying capacity and slow turnover caused by the dense arrangement of traditional launch racks, and significantly improves the continuous launch capability. It is especially suitable for scenarios that require multiple UAVs to work together.

[0032] 2. Improved adaptability and flexibility of launch attitude: The attitude adjustment mechanism of the UAV launcher can flexibly adjust the launch angle according to mission requirements, breaking through the limitations of fixed-angle launchers on terrain and mission scenarios. This enables UAVs to achieve optimal attitude launch in complex environments, expands their combat radius and mission coverage, and enhances the equipment's adaptability to diverse operational needs.

[0033] 3. Enhanced protection and equipment reliability of the drone. The electric roller shutter on the top of the frame can be quickly closed during transportation and standby to form a closed protective space, which can effectively resist the erosion of the drone by harsh environments such as sandstorms, rain and snow, reduce the risk of component wear and moisture, and extend the service life of the equipment. At the same time, the combination design of the zero-length launcher and the frame not only ensures the structural stability during launch, but also provides a solid support foundation for the drone, reducing the probability of failure during launch.

[0034] 4. Enhanced the equipment's practicality and usability in actual combat. The symmetrically distributed launcher layout provides convenient operating space for hoisting and reloading, reducing interference and time consumption during the reloading process. The mobile carrier characteristics of the transport vehicle ensure the rapid deployment capability of the UAV, enabling the equipment to quickly reach the designated area and carry out operations in scenarios such as emergency rescue and field operations, comprehensively improving the UAV system's combat response speed and operational efficiency. Attached Figure Description

[0035] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional representation of the present embodiment. Figure 1 Structural diagram;

[0036] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional representation of the present embodiment. Figure 2 Structural diagram;

[0037] Figure 3The three-dimensional structure of the drone storage rack in this embodiment Figure 1 Structural diagram;

[0038] Figure 4 The three-dimensional structure of the drone storage rack in this embodiment Figure 2 Structural diagram;

[0039] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the posture adjustment mechanism in this embodiment;

[0040] Figure 6 This is a structural schematic diagram of the zero-length launcher in this embodiment.

[0041] In the diagram: 1. Transport vehicle; 2. UAV storage rack; 21. Storage frame; 22. Pull-out plate; 23. Guide rail; 24. First support wheel; 25. Second support wheel; 26. Locking component; 3. UAV launcher; 31. Attitude adjustment mechanism; 311. Base; 312. Turntable; 313. Support leg; 314. Support foot; 315. First hydraulic cylinder; 316. Second hydraulic cylinder; 32. Box frame; 33. Zero-length launcher; 331. Fixed frame; 332. Adjusting frame; 333. Connecting frame; 334. Angle adjustment cylinder; 335. Skid; 336. Front bracket; 337. Tail bracket; 338. Rocket booster bracket; 34. Electric roller shutter. Detailed Implementation

[0042] The preferred embodiments of the present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings, so that the advantages and features of the present invention can be more easily understood by those skilled in the art, thereby providing a clearer and more explicit definition of the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0043] See Figures 1-6 This embodiment discloses a drone launch vehicle, including a transport vehicle 1, which includes a subframe and further includes:

[0044] The drone storage rack 2 is located in the middle of the subframe;

[0045] There are two drone launchers 3, and the two drone launchers 3 are symmetrically arranged on both sides of the drone storage rack 2.

[0046] The drone launcher 3 includes an attitude adjustment mechanism 31 mounted on a subframe for adjusting the angle. A frame 32 is mounted on top of the attitude adjustment mechanism 31. A zero-length launcher 33 for launching drones is mounted inside the frame 32. An electric roller shutter 34 for drone protection is mounted on top of the frame 32.

[0047] In this embodiment, a drone launch vehicle is constructed by a transport vehicle 1, a drone storage rack 2, and a drone launcher 3. The drone storage rack 2 stores drones, while the drone launcher 3 supports drone launch, thus achieving both drone storage and launch. The two drone launchers 3 are symmetrical about the drone storage rack 2, facilitating the transfer of drones from the storage rack 2 to the launcher 3 via external hoisting equipment after launch, thus solving the problem of low capacity when using launchers. The drone launcher 3 consists of an attitude adjustment mechanism 31, a frame 32, a zero-length launcher 33, and an electric roller shutter 34. The attitude adjustment mechanism 31 adjusts the drone launch angle, the zero-length launcher 33 supports drone launch, and the electric roller shutter 34 provides protection for the drone when extended.

[0048] In one embodiment, the drone storage rack 2 includes a storage frame 21 mounted on a subframe. The storage frame 21 contains two pull-out panels 22. A guide rail 23 is provided on the inner side of the storage frame 21. A first support wheel 24 is rotatably mounted on the inner surface of the guide rail 23, and the first support wheel 24 contacts the lower surface of the pull-out panel 22. A second support wheel 25 is provided at the end of the pull-out panel 22 and is located within the guide rail 23. A locking member 26 for locking the pull-out panel 22 is provided on the inner side of the storage frame 21. The locking member 26 is a rotary locking member. A top plate is provided at the top of the drone storage rack 2.

[0049] The drone storage rack 2 is composed of a storage frame 21, a pull-out plate 22, a guide rail 23, a first support wheel 24, a second support wheel 25, and a locking member 26. The storage frame 21 has two pull-out plates 22, which can store one drone per pull-out plate 22. A single drone storage rack 2 can hold two drones. The first support wheel 24 is set in the guide rail 23 to support the bottom of the pull-out plate 22. The second support wheel 25 is set in the guide rail 23, so that the guide rail 23, the first support wheel 24, and the second support wheel 25 work together to support the pull-out plate 22 when it is pulled out. The locking member 26 is used to lock the pull-out plate 22, so that the pull-out plate 22 is fixed in the storage frame 21. The top plate is used to protect and shield the drone.

[0050] In one embodiment, the posture adjustment mechanism 31 includes a base 311 mounted on a subframe, a turntable 312 mounted on the top of a motor output shaft mounted inside the base 311, three support legs 313 rotatably mounted on the base 311, support feet 314 rotatably mounted on the free ends of the support legs 313, a first hydraulic cylinder 315 rotatably mounted between the base 311 and the support legs 313, a second hydraulic cylinder 316 rotatably mounted at one end of the base 311, and a frame 32 mounted on the upper surface of the turntable 312.

[0051] The attitude adjustment mechanism 31, consisting of a base 311, a turntable 312, support legs 313, support feet 314, a first hydraulic cylinder 315, and a second hydraulic cylinder 316, is used to adjust the launch direction of the UAV. The turntable 312 is located at the top of the motor output shaft, which facilitates the rotation of the turntable 312 when the motor starts, thereby achieving the purpose of adjusting the launch direction of the UAV. The support legs 313, which are rotatably mounted on the base 311, are driven to rotate by the first hydraulic cylinder 315, thereby achieving the purpose of adjusting the pitch angle of the UAV by the attitude adjustment mechanism 31. The second hydraulic cylinder 316 provides auxiliary support after the base 311 has adjusted its angle, thereby achieving the purpose of adjusting the launch direction and pitch angle of the UAV by the attitude adjustment mechanism 31.

[0052] In one embodiment, the zero-length launcher 33 includes a fixed frame 331 disposed at the bottom of the housing 32. A connecting frame 333 is rotatably disposed at the top of the fixed frame 331. An adjusting frame 332 is rotatably disposed at the free end of the connecting frame 333. An angle-adjusting cylinder 334 is rotatably disposed between the adjusting frame 332 and the connecting frame 333. A skid 335 is rotatably disposed at the free end of the adjusting frame 332 and is placed on the bottom inner surface of the housing 32. The connecting frame 333 is provided with a front bracket 336 for supporting the head of the UAV, a tail bracket 337 for supporting the tail of the UAV, and a rocket booster bracket 338 for supporting the UAV rocket booster.

[0053] The zero-length launcher 33 is composed of a fixed frame 331, an adjusting frame 332, a connecting frame 333, an angle-adjusting cylinder 334, a skid 335, a front bracket 336, a tail bracket 337, and a rocket booster bracket 338. One end of the connecting frame 333 is rotatably mounted on the fixed frame 331, and the other end of the connecting frame 333 is rotatably mounted on the adjusting frame 332 via the angle-adjusting cylinder 334. This allows the angle between the adjusting frame 332 and the connecting frame 333 to be adjusted when the angle-adjusting cylinder 334 extends or retracts. Simultaneously, due to the change in angle, the skid 335, which is rotatably mounted at the bottom of the adjusting frame 332, slides on the inner surface of the frame 32, thereby achieving the purpose of adjusting the angle of the connecting frame 333. The connecting frame 333 is equipped with a front bracket 336 for supporting the head of the UAV, a tail bracket 337 for supporting the tail of the UAV, and a rocket booster bracket 338 for supporting the rocket booster of the UAV, which facilitates the support of the zero-length launcher 33 for the UAV during launch.

[0054] The above embodiments are only for illustrating the technical concept and features of the present invention. Their purpose is to enable those skilled in the art to understand the content of the present invention and implement it. They should not be used to limit the scope of protection of the present invention. All equivalent changes or modifications made in accordance with the spirit and essence of the present invention should be covered within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A drone launch vehicle, comprising a transport vehicle (1), said transport vehicle (1) including a subframe, characterized in that, Also includes: A drone storage rack (2) is provided in the middle of the subframe; There are two drone launchers (3), and the two drone launchers (3) are symmetrically arranged on both sides of the drone storage rack (2); The UAV launcher (3) includes an attitude adjustment mechanism (31) mounted on the subframe for adjusting the angle. The top of the posture adjustment mechanism (31) is provided with a frame (32). The frame (32) is equipped with a zero-length launcher (33) for launching drones. The top of the frame (32) is equipped with an electric roller shutter (34) for drone protection.

2. The UAV launch vehicle according to claim 1, characterized in that, The drone storage rack (2) includes a storage frame (21) mounted on the subframe. The storage frame (21) is provided with two pull-out panels (22), and the inner side of the storage frame (21) is provided with guide rails (23). The inner surface of the guide rail (23) is rotatably provided with a first support wheel (24), and the first support wheel (24) is in contact with the lower surface of the pull-out plate (22). The end of the pull-out plate (22) is provided with a second support wheel (25), and the second support wheel (25) is located inside the guide rail (23). The storage frame (21) is provided with a locking element (26) for locking the pull-out plate (22) on the inside.

3. The UAV launch vehicle according to claim 2, characterized in that, The locking element (26) is a rotary locking element.

4. The UAV launcher vehicle according to claim 2, characterized in that, The top of the drone storage rack (2) is provided with a top plate.

5. The UAV launch vehicle according to claim 1, characterized in that, The posture adjustment mechanism (31) includes a base (311) mounted on the subframe. A turntable (312) is provided at the top of the motor output shaft inside the base (311), and three support legs (313) are rotatably provided on the base (311). The free end of the support leg (313) is rotatably provided with a support foot (314), and a first hydraulic cylinder (315) is rotatably provided between the base (311) and the support leg (313). A second hydraulic cylinder (316) is rotatably mounted on one end of the base (311), and the frame (32) is mounted on the upper surface of the turntable (312).

6. The UAV launch vehicle according to claim 1, characterized in that, The zero-length launcher (33) includes a fixing frame (331) located at the bottom of the box frame (32). The top of the fixed frame (331) is rotatably provided with a connecting frame (333). An adjusting frame (332) is rotatably provided at the free end of the connecting frame (333), and an adjusting cylinder (334) is rotatably provided between the adjusting frame (332) and the connecting frame (333). The free end of the adjusting frame (332) is rotatably equipped with a skid (335), and the skid (335) is placed on the bottom inner surface of the frame (32). The connecting frame (333) is provided with a front bracket (336) for supporting the head of the UAV, a tail bracket (337) for supporting the tail of the UAV, and a rocket booster bracket (338) for supporting the rocket booster of the UAV.

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