Mode adjustment method and adjustment device of drone base station and drone base station

Abstract

The embodiments of the present application relate to the field of drone technology and disclose a mode adjustment method, adjustment device, and drone base station for a drone base station. The mode adjustment method includes obtaining the current temperature of the upper chamber; determining whether the current temperature is greater than or equal to a preset high temperature; if it is greater than or equal to the preset high temperature, controlling the temperature adjustment mechanism to execute a cooling and heat dissipation mode; if it is less than the preset high temperature, determining whether the current temperature is less than or equal to a preset low temperature; if it is less than or equal to the preset low temperature, controlling the temperature adjustment mechanism to execute a heating and heat preservation mode; and if it is greater than the preset low temperature, controlling the temperature adjustment mechanism to execute a standard working mode. Through the above-mentioned mode adjustment method, the drone base station can switch the corresponding preset working mode in different working environments, thereby ensuring that the drone base station can always provide a better charging environment for the drone and improve the charging efficiency of the drone.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The embodiments of the present application relate to the field of drone technology, and in particular to a mode adjustment method and adjustment device of a drone base station, and a drone base station. Background Art

[0002] In the field of drone technology, base stations are often installed to provide docking and charging services for drones. These base stations are typically located outdoors, so ambient temperature has a significant impact on them. Drone batteries charge most efficiently when their temperature is between 10 and 30°C. However, at temperatures below 0°C or above 45°C, charging efficiency drops dramatically, and may even become impossible.

[0003] In the process of implementing the embodiments of the present application, the inventors discovered that: currently, for cost considerations, drone base stations installed in high-temperature areas only have heat dissipation functions, and base stations installed in cold areas only have heat preservation functions. However, when the ambient temperature in the same area varies greatly, the existing base stations cannot continue to guarantee the provision of efficient charging services to drones. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The main technical problem solved by the embodiments of the present application is to provide a mode adjustment method, an adjustment device and a drone base station for a drone base station, which can adjust the different working modes of the base station in real time according to different ambient temperatures to ensure that the base station can continue to provide high-efficiency charging services for the drone.

[0005] In order to solve the above technical problems, a technical solution adopted in an embodiment of the present application is: providing a mode adjustment method for a drone base station, the drone base station includes a bracket, a helipad and a temperature adjustment mechanism, the bracket is provided with a receiving cavity, the helipad divides the receiving cavity into an upper chamber and a lower chamber, the upper chamber is used to dock the drone, and the temperature adjustment mechanism is arranged in the lower chamber, the temperature adjustment mechanism has a cooling and heat dissipation mode, a heating and heat preservation mode and a standard working mode, the mode adjustment method includes obtaining the current temperature of the upper chamber; judging whether the current temperature is greater than or equal to a preset high temperature; if it is greater than or equal to the preset high temperature, controlling the temperature adjustment mechanism to execute the cooling and heat dissipation mode; if it is less than the preset high temperature, judging whether the current temperature is less than or equal to the preset low temperature; if it is less than or equal to the preset low temperature, controlling the temperature adjustment mechanism to execute the heating and heat preservation mode; if it is greater than the preset low temperature, controlling the temperature adjustment mechanism to execute the standard working mode.

[0006] Optionally, the temperature regulating mechanism includes a semiconductor module, an adapter, a first ventilation component, a second ventilation component and a third ventilation component, the first ventilation component includes a first fan and a first air duct, the second ventilation component includes a second fan and a second air duct, and the third ventilation component includes a third fan and a third air duct. The upper end of the semiconductor module is located in the first air duct, and the lower end of the semiconductor module is located in the second air duct. The first air duct is connected to the upper chamber, the second air duct is connected to the outside world, and the third air duct is connected to the lower chamber. The first fan, the second fan and the third fan are all used to provide airflow power. The step of controlling the temperature regulating mechanism to perform a cooling and heat dissipation mode specifically includes: controlling the adapter to provide power to the semiconductor module so that the upper end of the semiconductor module is in a cooling state and the lower end of the semiconductor module is in a heat dissipation state; controlling the first fan, the second fan and the third fan to be in a working state.

[0007] Optionally, the step of controlling the temperature regulating mechanism to execute the cooling and heat dissipation mode further includes: determining whether the current temperature of the upper chamber is within a first high temperature gradient; if the current temperature is within the first high temperature gradient, controlling the adapter to provide power to the semiconductor module at a first voltage; controlling the first fan to operate at a first speed, the second fan to operate at a second speed, and the third fan to operate at a third speed; if the current temperature is not within the first high temperature gradient, controlling the adapter to provide power to the semiconductor module at a second voltage; controlling the first fan to operate at a fourth speed, the second fan to operate at a fifth speed, and the third fan to operate at a sixth speed.

[0008] Optionally, the temperature regulating mechanism also includes a backup battery, which is electrically connected to the adapter and the semiconductor module respectively. The step of controlling the temperature regulating mechanism to perform the heating and insulation mode specifically includes: controlling the adapter to provide power to the backup battery; controlling the backup battery to provide power to the semiconductor module so that the upper end of the semiconductor module is in a heating state and the lower end of the semiconductor module is in a cooling state; and controlling the first fan to be in a working state.

[0009] Optionally, the step of controlling the temperature regulating mechanism to execute the standard working mode specifically includes: controlling the first fan and the third fan to be in working state.

[0010] Optionally, the drone base station also includes a drone monitor. When a drone is docked on the helipad, the drone transmits signals to the drone monitor. Before the step of obtaining the current temperature of the upper chamber, the mode adjustment method also includes: obtaining a monitoring signal from the drone monitor to determine whether there is a drone docked on the helipad; if there is a drone docked, executing the step of obtaining the current temperature of the upper chamber; if there is no drone docked, controlling the drone base station to be in standby mode.

[0011] In order to solve the above technical problems, another technical solution adopted in the embodiment of the present application is: to provide an adjustment device, which includes: a first acquisition module for acquiring the current temperature of the upper chamber; a first judgment module for judging whether the current temperature is greater than or equal to a preset high temperature; a first control module for controlling the temperature adjustment mechanism to execute a cooling and heat dissipation mode if it is greater than or equal to the preset high temperature; a second judgment module for judging whether the current temperature is less than or equal to a preset low temperature if it is less than the preset high temperature; a second control module for controlling the temperature adjustment mechanism to execute a heating and heat preservation mode if it is less than or equal to the preset low temperature; and a third control module for controlling the temperature adjustment mechanism to execute a standard working mode if it is greater than the preset low temperature.

[0012] Optionally, the first control module includes: a first control unit, used to control the adapter to provide power to the semiconductor module so that the upper end of the semiconductor module is in a cooling state and the lower end of the semiconductor is in a heat dissipation state; a second control unit, used to control the first fan, the second fan, and the third fan to be in working state at the same time.

[0013] In order to solve the above technical problems, another technical solution adopted in the embodiment of the present application is: to provide a drone base station, including: a bracket, a helipad, a temperature control mechanism, a controller and a drone monitor, the bracket is provided with a receiving cavity, the helipad divides the receiving cavity into an upper chamber and a lower chamber, the upper chamber is used to dock the drone, the temperature control mechanism is arranged in the lower chamber, the temperature control mechanism has a cooling and heat dissipation mode, a heating and insulation mode and a standard working mode, the backup battery is electrically connected to the temperature control mechanism, and the controller is electrically connected and signal connected to the temperature control mechanism, the backup battery and the drone monitor respectively.

[0014] The temperature regulation mechanism includes a semiconductor module, an adapter, a backup battery, a first ventilation component, a second ventilation component and a third ventilation component. The first ventilation component includes a first fan and a first air duct, the second ventilation component includes a second fan and a second air duct, and the third ventilation component includes a third fan and a third air duct.

[0015] The upper end of the semiconductor module is located in the first air duct, the lower end of the semiconductor module is located in the second air duct, the first air duct is connected to the upper chamber, the second air duct is connected to the outside world, and the third air duct is connected to the lower chamber. The first fan, the second fan and the third fan are all used to provide airflow power.

[0016] The controller includes at least one processor and a memory communicatively connected to the at least one processor; wherein the memory stores instructions that can be executed by the at least one processor, and the instructions are executed by the at least one processor to enable the at least one processor to perform the mode adjustment method as described above.

[0017] To solve the above technical problems, another technical solution adopted in the embodiment of the present application is: providing a non-transitory computer-readable storage medium, wherein the non-transitory computer-readable storage medium stores computer-executable instructions, and the computer-executable instructions are used to enable the server to execute the method described above.

[0018] The mode adjustment method of a drone base station in an embodiment of the present application includes first obtaining the current temperature of the upper chamber; then determining whether the current temperature is greater than or equal to a preset high temperature; if it is greater than or equal to the preset high temperature, controlling the temperature adjustment mechanism to execute a cooling and heat dissipation mode; if it is less than the preset high temperature, determining whether the current temperature is less than or equal to a preset low temperature; if it is less than or equal to the preset low temperature, controlling the temperature adjustment mechanism to execute a heating and heat preservation mode; if it is greater than the preset low temperature, controlling the temperature adjustment mechanism to execute a standard working mode. Through the above-mentioned mode adjustment method, the drone base station can switch the corresponding preset working mode in different working environments, thereby ensuring that the drone base station can always provide a better charging environment for the drone and improve the charging efficiency of the drone. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0019] To more clearly illustrate the specific embodiments of this application or the technical solutions in the prior art, the following briefly describes the drawings required for the specific embodiments or the description of the prior art. Similar elements or parts are generally identified by similar reference numerals throughout the drawings. Elements or parts in the drawings are not necessarily drawn to scale.

[0020] Figure 1 This is the first schematic diagram of the application environment of the mode adjustment method of the drone base station in the embodiment of the present application.

[0021] Figure 2 This is the second schematic diagram of the application environment of the mode adjustment method of the drone base station in the embodiment of the present application.

[0022] Figure 3 This is a flow chart of the mode adjustment method of the drone base station in an embodiment of the present application.

[0023] Figure 4 This is a flowchart of step S103 in the mode adjustment method of the drone base station in an embodiment of the present application.

[0024] Figure 5 This is a flowchart of step S103 in the mode adjustment method of the drone base station in another embodiment of the present application.

[0025] Figure 6 This is a flowchart of step S105 in the mode adjustment method of the drone base station in an embodiment of the present application.

[0026] Figure 7 This is a flowchart of a mode adjustment method for a drone base station according to another embodiment of the present application.

[0027] Figure 8 It is a functional block diagram of the regulating device according to an embodiment of the present application.

[0028] Figure 9 Schematic diagram of the controller of the drone base station according to an embodiment of the present application. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0029] In order to facilitate the understanding of the present application, the present application will be described in more detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. It should be noted that when an element is described as being "fixed on" another element, it can be directly on the other element, or there can be one or more centered elements therebetween. When an element is described as being "connected to" another element, it can be directly connected to the other element, or there can be one or more centered elements therebetween. The terms "upper", "lower", "inside", "outside", "vertical", "horizontal", etc. used in this specification indicate an orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the present application and simplifying the description, rather than indicating or implying that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore cannot be understood as a limitation on the present application. In addition, the terms "first", "second", etc. are used for descriptive purposes only and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0030] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used in this specification have the same meanings as those commonly understood by those skilled in the art to which this application belongs. The terms used in this specification are for the purpose of describing specific embodiments only and are not intended to limit this application. The term "and / or" as used in this specification includes any and all combinations of one or more of the relevant listed items.

[0031] In addition, the technical features involved in different embodiments of the present application described below can be combined with each other as long as they do not conflict with each other.

[0032] See also Figure 1 and Figure 2 , Figure 1 and Figure 2 These are two schematic diagrams of an application environment of a mode adjustment method for a drone base station according to an embodiment of the present application. The application environment includes a drone base station 1, which includes a bracket 10, a helipad 20, a charging mechanism, a temperature adjustment mechanism 30, and a controller 50. The bracket 10 is provided with a receiving cavity, and the helipad 20 divides the receiving cavity into an upper chamber 11 and a lower chamber 12. The upper chamber 11 is used to dock the drone. The charging mechanism is used to provide charging services to the drone. The temperature adjustment mechanism 30 is arranged in the lower chamber 12. The temperature adjustment mechanism 30 has a cooling and heat dissipation mode, a heating and heat preservation mode, and a standard working mode. The controller 50 forms an electrical connection and a signal connection with the temperature adjustment mechanism 30 and the drone monitor, respectively.

[0033] The temperature regulating mechanism 30 includes a temperature detector, a semiconductor module 34, an adapter, a backup battery 35, a first ventilation component 31, a second ventilation component 32 and a third ventilation component. The temperature detector is arranged in the upper chamber 11, and the temperature detector is electrically connected to the controller 50. The temperature detector is used to continuously detect the temperature of the upper chamber 11. The adapter is electrically connected to the semiconductor module 34 and the controller 50 respectively. The controller 50 controls the adapter to supply power to the semiconductor module 34 by sending a signal to the adapter. The backup battery 35 is electrically connected to the adapter and the semiconductor module 34 respectively. The first ventilation component 31 includes a first fan 311 and a first air duct 312, the second ventilation component 32 includes a second fan 321 and a second air duct 322, and the third ventilation component includes a third fan 331 and a third air duct. Among them, Figure 2 The trajectory L1 formed by the arrows in the figure represents the flow of air in the first air duct 312, and the trajectory L2 formed by the arrows represents the flow of air in the second air duct 322. Figure 1 The trajectory L3 formed by the arrows in FIG. 1 represents the flow of air in the third air duct.

[0034] The upper end 341 of the semiconductor module 34 is located in the first air duct 312, and the lower end 342 of the semiconductor module 34 is located in the second air duct 322. The first air duct 312 is connected to the upper chamber 11, the second air duct 322 is connected to the outside, and the third air duct is connected to the lower chamber 12. The first fan 311, the second fan 321 and the third fan 331 are all used to provide airflow power.

[0035] The controller includes at least one processor and a memory communicatively connected to the at least one processor; wherein the memory stores instructions that can be executed by the at least one processor, and the instructions are executed by the at least one processor so that the at least one processor can execute a mode adjustment method of a drone base station in an embodiment of the present application.

[0036] Figure 3 A flow chart of a mode adjustment method of a drone base station according to the present application is shown. Figure 3 As shown, the mode adjustment method includes the following steps:

[0037] Step S101, obtaining the current temperature of the upper chamber.

[0038] When the drone base station is in working state, the temperature detector installed in the upper chamber continuously detects the current temperature of the upper chamber and sends electrical signal information of the current temperature to the controller, so that the controller can execute the preset control program.

[0039] It is worth noting that when the drone base station is in working condition, the receiving cavity of the bracket is in a closed state, and the temperature detector detects the temperature during the closing process of the upper chamber.

[0040] Step S102: determine whether the current temperature is greater than or equal to a preset high temperature.

[0041] After the controller receives the current temperature information of the upper chamber from the temperature detector, it compares the current temperature with the preset high temperature. It is worth noting that the preset high temperature is a temperature value that is manually set in advance. The temperature in the upper chamber can be determined to be a high temperature based on actual conditions. For example, the upper chamber can be determined to be in a high temperature state when the temperature is greater than or equal to 30 degrees Celsius.

[0042] Step S103: If the temperature is greater than or equal to the preset high temperature, the temperature adjustment mechanism is controlled to execute a cooling and heat dissipation mode.

[0043] When the current temperature of the upper chamber is greater than or equal to the preset high temperature, it means that the upper chamber is not the best charging environment for the drone. Therefore, the controller needs to control the temperature adjustment mechanism to switch to the cooling and heat dissipation mode to cool the temperature of the upper chamber.

[0044] In some embodiments, see Figure 4 , step S103 includes:

[0045] Step S1031 : controlling the adapter to provide power to the semiconductor module so that the upper end of the semiconductor module is in a cooling state and the lower end of the semiconductor module is in a heat dissipation state.

[0046] The semiconductor module includes an upper end and a lower end. By inputting currents in different directions into the semiconductor module, the operating states of the upper and lower ends of the semiconductor module can be switched between cooling and heat dissipation. For example, when a first direct current is input into the semiconductor module, the upper end of the semiconductor module is in a cooling state, and the lower end of the semiconductor module is in a heat dissipation state. When a second direct current is input into the semiconductor module, with a current direction opposite to that of the first direct current, the upper end of the semiconductor module is in a heat dissipation state, and the lower end of the semiconductor module is in a cooling state.

[0047] Step S1032: Control the first fan, the second fan, and the third fan to be in working state.

[0048] When the controller controls the adapter to supply power to the semiconductor module, the upper end of the semiconductor module is in a cooling state, while the lower end of the semiconductor module is in a heat dissipation state. Because the upper end of the semiconductor module is located in the first air duct and the lower end of the semiconductor module is located in the second air duct, the controller needs to control the operation of the first fan to blow the cold air in the first air duct into the upper chamber, thereby reducing the current temperature of the upper chamber.

[0049] The controller controls the second fan to operate so that the hot air in the second air duct can be discharged to the outside in time, thereby preventing the accumulation of hot air in the second air duct from causing the temperature of the entire drone base station to rise.

[0050] The controller controls the third fan to operate so that the components such as the adapter, controller, and drone monitor located in the third air duct can be ventilated and dissipated heat, so that the components can work in a well-ventilated environment, thereby reducing the power consumption of the components.

[0051] In some other embodiments, see Figure 5 , step S103 includes:

[0052] Step S1031 ′: determining whether the current temperature of the upper chamber is within a first high temperature gradient.

[0053] When the upper chamber's current temperature is determined to be high, the preset high temperature can be divided into at least two high temperature gradients to further accurately determine the current temperature. For example, a first high temperature gradient can be defined for a temperature between 30 and 40 degrees Celsius, while a second high temperature gradient can be defined for a temperature greater than 40 degrees Celsius. Within these different high temperature gradients, various components can operate with different operating parameters, further improving the energy efficiency of the drone base station.

[0054] It is understandable that in other embodiments, three, four or more high-temperature gradients can be set. The more gradients the high-temperature temperature is divided into, the more obvious the energy-saving effect of the drone base station will be, as each component operates according to a set of preset working parameters within each high-temperature gradient.

[0055] Step S1032 ′: if the current temperature is within the first high temperature gradient, control the adapter to provide power to the semiconductor module at a first voltage.

[0056] When the upper chamber's current temperature is at different high-temperature gradients, the controller can control the adapter to supply power to the semiconductor module at different voltages. For example, the higher the upper chamber's temperature, the higher the adapter's voltage. This increases the cooling effect on the upper end of the semiconductor module, allowing the upper chamber to cool down in a shorter time.

[0057] It is understandable that the controller can also control the adapter to supply power to the semiconductor module with different currents.

[0058] Step S1033': controlling the first fan to operate at a first speed, the second fan to operate at a second speed, and the third fan to operate at a third speed.

[0059] When the upper chamber temperature reaches different high-temperature gradients, the controller can control the first fan to operate at different speeds. For example, the higher the upper chamber temperature, the higher the speed of the first fan. Similarly, the second and third fans operate at different speeds to correspond to different high-temperature gradients. This effectively reduces the workload of each fan and improves energy efficiency in the drone base station.

[0060] It is understandable that the first rotational speed, the second rotational speed and the third rotational speed may be the same or different.

[0061] Step S1034 ′: if the current temperature is not within the first high temperature gradient, control the adapter to provide power to the semiconductor module at a second voltage.

[0062] It is worth noting that the second voltage is greater than the first voltage.

[0063] Step S1035': controlling the first fan to operate at a fourth speed, the second fan to operate at a fifth speed, and the third fan to operate at a sixth speed.

[0064] It is worth noting that the fourth speed is greater than the first speed, the fifth speed is greater than the second speed, and the sixth speed is greater than the third speed.

[0065] It is understandable that the fourth speed, the fifth speed and the sixth speed mentioned above may be the same or different.

[0066] Step S104: If the current temperature is lower than the preset high temperature, determine whether the current temperature is lower than or equal to the preset low temperature.

[0067] When the current temperature of the upper chamber is lower than the preset high temperature, it indicates that the current temperature in the upper chamber may be in a normal temperature state or a low temperature state. Therefore, it is necessary to compare it with the preset low temperature to determine whether the upper chamber is in a low temperature state.

[0068] It is worth noting that the preset low temperature is a temperature value set artificially, and the temperature in the upper chamber can be determined to be a low temperature temperature based on actual conditions. For example, when it is set to be less than or equal to 0 degrees Celsius, it can be determined that the upper chamber is in a low temperature state.

[0069] Step S105: If the temperature is less than or equal to the preset low temperature, the temperature regulating mechanism is controlled to execute a heating and heat preservation mode.

[0070] When the current temperature of the upper chamber is less than or equal to the preset low temperature, it means that the upper chamber is in a low temperature state. Regardless of whether the upper chamber is in a high temperature state or a low temperature state, it is not conducive to the drone base station providing charging services to the drones parked on the apron. Therefore, when the upper chamber is in a low temperature state, the temperature of the upper chamber needs to be increased.

[0071] In some embodiments, see Figure 6 , step S105 includes:

[0072] Step S1051: Control the adapter to provide power to the backup battery.

[0073] Step S1052 : Control the backup battery to provide power to the semiconductor module, so that the upper end of the semiconductor module is in a heating state and the lower end of the semiconductor module is in a cooling state.

[0074] By adding a backup battery, the controller can control the adapter to first supply power to the backup battery, which then supplies power to the semiconductor module. It should be understood that the current direction of the adapter directly supplying power to the semiconductor module is opposite to the current direction of the adapter indirectly supplying power to the semiconductor module via the backup battery. Therefore, the operating states of the upper and lower ends of the semiconductor module are also opposite. That is, when the adapter indirectly supplies power to the semiconductor module via the backup battery, the upper end of the semiconductor module is in a heating state, while the lower end of the semiconductor module is in a cooling state.

[0075] Step S1053: Control the first fan to be in working state.

[0076] When the semiconductor module is powered by the backup battery, the air in the first air duct is heated, so the controller needs to control the first fan to be in working state to blow the hot air in the first air duct into the upper chamber to increase the temperature of the upper chamber.

[0077] It is understandable that when the current temperature of the upper chamber is low, the external ambient temperature is also low. That is to say, the entire drone base station is in a low-temperature environment, and the lower end of the semiconductor module and components such as the controller, adapter, and backup battery can directly exchange heat with the outside world. Therefore, the controller can be set according to actual conditions to control the second fan and the third fan to be in working state or not.

[0078] It can be understood that, just as the preset high temperature is set to different high temperature gradients, the preset low temperature can also be set to at least two groups of different low temperature gradients, each group of low temperature gradients corresponding to a set of working parameters, so that the semiconductor module, the first fan, the second fan and the third fan can operate in a better state.

[0079] Step S106 : If the temperature is greater than the preset low temperature, the temperature regulating mechanism is controlled to execute a standard working mode.

[0080] When the current temperature of the upper chamber is neither a high temperature nor a low temperature, it means that the current temperature of the upper chamber is at a normal temperature, that is, the temperature environment of the upper chamber is in a temperature range that is more suitable for charging the drone. Therefore, the controller controls the temperature adjustment mechanism to be in the standard working mode.

[0081] In some embodiments, step S106 includes:

[0082] The first fan and the third fan are controlled to be in an operating state.

[0083] In the temperature control mechanism's standard operating mode, the semiconductor module is inactive, so the second fan can be inactive. The controller controls the first fan to circulate air within the upper chamber, maintaining the drone's charging environment within an optimal temperature range. Because components such as the controller and charging mechanism located within the third air duct generate some heat during operation, the controller controls the third fan to dissipate this heat to the outside world.

[0084] This application also provides another embodiment, see Figure 7Unlike the above embodiment, the drone base station includes a drone monitor, which is electrically connected to the controller. The drone monitor is used to monitor whether there are drones parked on the landing pad and send monitoring signals to the controller. The controller controls the working state of the drone base station based on the monitoring signals. A mode adjustment method for a drone base station also includes the following steps:

[0085] Step 107: Acquire a monitoring signal from the drone monitor to determine whether there is a drone parked on the parking apron.

[0086] If there is a drone docked, execute step 101 to obtain the current temperature of the upper chamber;

[0087] Step 108: If there is no drone docked, the drone base station is controlled to be in a standby state.

[0088] By setting up a drone monitor, when there is no drone parked on the apron, the temperature detector in the upper compartment does not need to continuously detect the temperature, reducing the energy consumption of the temperature detector.

[0089] The mode adjustment method of a drone base station in an embodiment of the present application includes first obtaining the current temperature of the upper chamber; then determining whether the current temperature is greater than or equal to a preset high temperature; if it is greater than or equal to the preset high temperature, controlling the temperature adjustment mechanism to execute a cooling and heat dissipation mode; if it is less than the preset high temperature, determining whether the current temperature is less than or equal to a preset low temperature; if it is less than or equal to the preset low temperature, controlling the temperature adjustment mechanism to execute a heating and heat preservation mode; if it is greater than the preset low temperature, controlling the temperature adjustment mechanism to execute a standard working mode. Through the above-mentioned mode adjustment method, the drone base station can switch the corresponding preset working mode in different working environments, thereby ensuring that the drone base station can always provide a better charging environment for the drone and improve the charging efficiency of the drone.

[0090] This application also provides an embodiment of the regulating device 40, see Figure 8 , Figure 8 1 shows a functional block diagram of the regulating device 40 of the present application, wherein the regulating device 40 includes a first acquisition module 401 , a first judgment module 402 , a first control module 403 , a second judgment module 404 , a second control module 405 , and a third control module 406 .

[0091] The first acquisition module 401 is used to obtain the current temperature of the upper chamber; the first judgment module 402 is used to judge whether the current temperature is greater than or equal to the preset high temperature; the first control module 403 is used to control the temperature regulating mechanism to execute the cooling and heat dissipation mode if it is greater than or equal to the preset high temperature; the second judgment module 404 is used to judge whether the current temperature is less than or equal to the preset low temperature if it is less than the preset high temperature; the second control module 405 is used to control the temperature regulating mechanism to execute the heating and insulation mode if it is less than or equal to the preset low temperature; the third control module 406 is used to control the temperature regulating mechanism to execute the standard working mode if it is greater than the preset low temperature.

[0092] In some embodiments, the first control module 403 includes a first control unit 4031 and a second control unit 4032 .

[0093] The first control unit 4031 is used to control the adapter to provide power to the semiconductor module so that the upper end of the semiconductor module is in a cooling state and the lower end of the semiconductor module is in a heat dissipation state; the second control unit 4032 is used to control the first fan, the second fan, and the third fan to be in a working state.

[0094] In some embodiments, the first control module 403 further includes a first judgment unit 4033 , a third control unit 4034 , a fourth control unit 4035 , a fifth control unit 4036 , and a sixth control unit 4037 .

[0095] The first judgment unit 4033 is used to determine whether the current temperature of the upper chamber is within the first high temperature gradient; the third control unit 4034 is used to control the adapter to provide power to the semiconductor module at a first voltage if the current temperature is within the first high temperature gradient; the fourth control unit 4035 is used to control the first fan to operate at a first speed, the second fan to operate at a second speed, and the third fan to operate at a third speed; the fifth control unit 4036 is used to control the adapter to provide power to the semiconductor module at a second voltage if the current temperature is not within the first high temperature gradient; the sixth control unit 4037 is used to control the first fan to operate at a fourth speed, the second fan to operate at a fifth speed, and the third fan to operate at a sixth speed.

[0096] In some embodiments, the second control module 405 includes a seventh control unit 4051, an eighth control unit 4052, and a ninth control unit 4053. The seventh control unit 4051 is configured to control the adapter to provide power to the backup battery; the eighth control unit 4052 is configured to control the backup battery to provide power to the semiconductor module, so that the upper end of the semiconductor module is in a heating state and the lower end of the semiconductor module is in a cooling state; and the ninth control unit 4053 is configured to control the first fan to be in an operating state.

[0097] In some embodiments, the third control module 406 includes a tenth control unit 4061. The tenth control unit 4061 is configured to control the first fan and the third fan to be in an operating state.

[0098] In some embodiments, the regulating device 40 further includes a second acquisition module 407 and a fourth control module 408. The second acquisition module 407 is configured to acquire a monitoring signal from the drone monitor to determine whether a drone is parked on the landing pad; if so, the step of acquiring the current temperature of the upper chamber is executed; and the fourth control module 408 is configured to control the drone base station to a standby state if no drone is parked.

[0099] This application also provides an embodiment of the drone base station, see Figure 9 , Figure 9 is a schematic diagram of a controller 50 of a drone base station according to an embodiment of the present application, wherein the controller of the drone base station includes: at least one processor 501; and a memory 502 in communication with the at least one processor 501. Figure 9 The memory 502 stores instructions that can be executed by the at least one processor 501, and the instructions are executed by the at least one processor 501 so that the at least one processor 501 can perform the above Figures 3 to 7 The mode adjustment method of the drone base station, and executing the above Figure 8 The processor 501 and the memory 502 may be connected via a bus or other means. Figure 9 The bus connection is taken as an example.

[0100] The memory 502 is a non-volatile computer-readable storage medium that can be used to store non-volatile software programs, non-volatile computer executable programs and modules, such as the program instructions / modules corresponding to the mode adjustment method of the drone base station in the embodiment of the present application, for example, Figure 8The processor 501 executes various functional applications and data processing of the server by running the non-volatile software programs, instructions and modules stored in the memory 502, that is, implements the mode adjustment method of the drone base station in the above method embodiment.

[0101] The memory 502 may include a program storage area and a data storage area. The program storage area may store an operating system and application programs required for at least one function; the data storage area may store data generated based on the use of the regulating device. Furthermore, the memory 502 may include high-speed random access memory and non-volatile memory, such as at least one disk storage device, flash memory device, or other non-volatile solid-state memory device. In some embodiments, the memory 502 may optionally include a memory remotely located relative to the processor 501, and such remote memory may be connected to the regulating device via a network. Examples of such networks include, but are not limited to, the Internet, an intranet, a local area network, a mobile communication network, and combinations thereof.

[0102] The one or more modules are stored in the memory 502, and when executed by the one or more processors 501, a mode adjustment method of a drone base station in any of the above method embodiments is executed, for example, the mode adjustment method described above is executed. Figures 3 to 7 The method steps, and performing the above Figure 8 The regulating device.

[0103] The above-mentioned product can execute the method provided in the embodiment of this application, and has the functional modules and beneficial effects corresponding to the execution method. For technical details not fully described in this embodiment, please refer to the method provided in the embodiment of this application.

[0104] The present application also provides a non-volatile computer-readable storage medium, wherein the computer-readable storage medium stores computer-executable instructions, which are executed by one or more processors, for example, to execute the above-described Figures 3 to 7 A method for adjusting the mode of a drone base station, and performing the above Figure 8 The regulating device.

[0105] The present application also provides a computer program product, including a computer program stored on a non-volatile computer-readable storage medium, wherein the computer program includes program instructions. When the program instructions are executed by a computer, the computer executes a mode adjustment method of a drone base station in any of the above method embodiments, for example, executing the above-described Figures 3 to 7 The method steps, and performing the above Figure 8 The regulating device.

[0106] The above description is merely an embodiment of the present application and does not limit the patent scope of the present application. Any equivalent structure or equivalent process transformation made using the contents of the present application specification and drawings, or directly or indirectly applied in other related technical fields, are also included in the patent protection scope of the present application.

Claims

1. A mode adjustment method for a drone base station, characterized in that: The UAV base station includes a bracket, a landing pad and a temperature control mechanism, the bracket is provided with a receiving cavity, the landing pad divides the receiving cavity into an upper chamber and a lower chamber, the upper chamber is used to dock the UAV, the temperature control mechanism is arranged in the lower chamber, the temperature control mechanism has a cooling and heat dissipation mode, a heating and heat preservation mode and a standard working mode, the temperature control mechanism includes a semiconductor module, an adapter, a first ventilation assembly, a second ventilation assembly and a third ventilation assembly, the first ventilation assembly includes a first fan and a first air duct, the second ventilation assembly includes a second fan and a second air duct, the third ventilation assembly includes a third fan and a third air duct, the upper end of the semiconductor module is located in the first air duct, and the lower end of the semiconductor module is located in the second air duct, the first air duct is connected to the upper chamber, the second air duct is connected to the outside, and the third air duct is connected to the lower chamber, and the first fan, the second fan and the third fan are all used to provide airflow power; The mode adjustment method includes: Obtaining the current temperature of the upper chamber; Determining whether the current temperature is greater than or equal to a preset high temperature; If the temperature is greater than or equal to the preset high temperature, controlling the temperature adjustment mechanism to execute a cooling and heat dissipation mode; If the current temperature is lower than the preset high temperature, determining whether the current temperature is lower than or equal to the preset low temperature; If the temperature is less than or equal to the preset low temperature, controlling the temperature regulating mechanism to execute the heating and heat preservation mode; If the temperature is greater than the preset low temperature, the temperature regulating mechanism is controlled to execute the standard working mode.

2. The mode adjustment method according to claim 1, wherein: The step of controlling the temperature adjustment mechanism to execute the cooling and heat dissipation mode specifically includes: Controlling the adapter to provide power to the semiconductor module so that the upper end of the semiconductor module is in a cooling state and the lower end of the semiconductor module is in a heat dissipation state; The first fan, the second fan, and the third fan are all controlled to be in an operating state.

3. The mode adjustment method according to claim 2, wherein: The step of controlling the temperature adjustment mechanism to execute the cooling and heat dissipation mode further includes: determining whether the current temperature of the upper chamber is within a first high temperature gradient; If the current temperature is within a first high temperature gradient, controlling the adapter to provide power to the semiconductor module at a first voltage; controlling the first fan to operate at a first speed, the second fan to operate at a second speed, and the third fan to operate at a third speed; If the current temperature is not within the first high temperature gradient, controlling the adapter to provide power to the semiconductor module at a second voltage; The first fan is controlled to operate at a fourth speed, the second fan is controlled to operate at a fifth speed, and the third fan is controlled to operate at a sixth speed.

4. The mode adjustment method according to claim 2, wherein: The temperature regulating mechanism further includes a backup battery, which is electrically connected to the adapter and the semiconductor module respectively. The step of controlling the temperature regulating mechanism to execute the heating and keeping warm mode specifically includes: controlling the adapter to provide power to the backup battery; controlling the backup battery to provide power to the semiconductor module so that the upper end of the semiconductor module is in a heating state and the lower end of the semiconductor module is in a cooling state; The first fan is controlled to be in an operating state.

5. The mode adjustment method according to claim 2, wherein: The step of controlling the temperature regulating mechanism to execute the standard working mode specifically includes: The first fan and the third fan are controlled to be in an operating state.

6. The mode adjustment method according to claim 1, wherein: The drone base station further includes a drone monitor. When a drone is docked at the parking apron, the drone transmits signals to the drone monitor. Before the step of obtaining the current temperature of the upper chamber, the mode adjustment method further includes: Obtaining a monitoring signal from the drone monitor to determine whether a drone is parked on the helipad; If a drone is docked, the step of obtaining the current temperature of the upper chamber is performed; If there is no drone docked, the drone base station is controlled to be in a standby state.

7. A regulating device, using the mode regulating method according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that: The regulating device comprises: a first acquisition module, configured to acquire the current temperature of the upper chamber; A first judgment module is used to judge whether the current temperature is greater than or equal to a preset high temperature; A first control module is configured to control the temperature regulating mechanism to execute a cooling and heat dissipation mode if the temperature is greater than or equal to the preset high temperature; A second judgment module is configured to judge whether the current temperature is less than or equal to a preset low temperature if the current temperature is less than the preset high temperature; a second control module, configured to control the temperature regulating mechanism to execute a heating and heat preservation mode if the temperature is less than or equal to the preset low temperature; The third control module is used to control the temperature regulating mechanism to execute a standard working mode if the temperature is greater than the preset low temperature.

8. The adjustment device according to claim 7, characterized in that The first control module includes: a first control unit, configured to control the adapter to provide power to the semiconductor module so that the upper end of the semiconductor module is in a cooling state and the lower end of the semiconductor is in a heat dissipation state; The second control unit is used to control the first fan, the second fan, and the third fan to be in working state at the same time.

9. A drone base station, comprising: A bracket, a landing pad, a temperature adjustment mechanism, a controller, and a drone monitor. The bracket is provided with a receiving chamber. The landing pad divides the receiving chamber into an upper chamber and a lower chamber. The upper chamber is used to dock the drone. The temperature adjustment mechanism is arranged in the lower chamber. The temperature adjustment mechanism has a cooling and heat dissipation mode, a heating and heat preservation mode, and a standard working mode. The backup battery is electrically connected to the temperature adjustment mechanism. The controller is electrically and signal-connected to the temperature adjustment mechanism, the backup battery, and the drone monitor, respectively. The temperature regulating mechanism includes a semiconductor module, an adapter, a backup battery, a first ventilation assembly, a second ventilation assembly, and a third ventilation assembly, wherein the first ventilation assembly includes a first fan and a first air duct, the second ventilation assembly includes a second fan and a second air duct, and the third ventilation assembly includes a third fan and a third air duct; The upper end of the semiconductor module is located in the first air duct, the lower end of the semiconductor module is located in the second air duct, the first air duct is connected to the upper chamber, the second air duct is connected to the outside, and the third air duct is connected to the lower chamber. The first fan, the second fan, and the third fan are all used to provide airflow power; The controller includes at least one processor and a memory communicatively connected to the at least one processor; wherein the memory stores instructions executable by the at least one processor, and the instructions are executed by the at least one processor to enable the at least one processor to execute the mode adjustment method as described in any one of claims 1 to 6.

10. A non-transitory computer-readable storage medium, characterized in that The non-transitory computer-readable storage medium stores computer-executable instructions, and the computer-executable instructions are used to enable a server to execute the mode adjustment method according to any one of claims 1 to 6.

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