Lock-on release mechanism, method and aircraft

Abstract

This invention provides a locking and releasing mechanism, method, and aircraft, comprising: a housing, an elastic element fixing rod, a rotating shaft, an assisting elastic element, a locking hook, and a locking force-bearing element. The elastic element fixing rod and the rotating shaft are fixedly disposed at intervals within a receiving cavity. The assisting elastic element is disposed within the receiving cavity, with one end connected to the elastic element fixing rod. The locking hook is disposed within the receiving cavity and is rotatable around the rotating shaft. The locking hook is connected to the other end of the assisting elastic element. The locking hook includes a first locking hook segment, a second locking hook segment, and a third locking hook segment connected in sequence. The locking force-bearing element is movable along the height direction of the housing and can selectively engage with a locking hole. The locking force-bearing element can abut against the first locking hook segment to restrict its rotation. This invention addresses the technical problems of existing locking and releasing mechanisms being overly complex in structure, having numerous operating procedures, and being difficult to quickly disassemble in emergency situations.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of drone sling technology, and more particularly to a locking and releasing mechanism, method, and aircraft. Background Technology

[0002] A certain drone sling attachment is a crucial component of the drone, essential for its mission completion, and is suspended from the lower part of the drone. Because this device is located externally, it can negatively impact the drone's flight performance: the impact is minimal during stable flight, allowing for normal mission execution; however, in unexpected situations, such as sudden turbulence, the device could potentially have a fatal impact on the drone's flight. In such cases, the device should be jettisoned as quickly as possible to ensure flight safety. During normal landing, it serves as a mechanism for quickly removing the sling attachment. However, existing locking and releasing mechanisms are overly complex, involving numerous operational procedures, making rapid disassembly of the sling attachment difficult in emergency situations. Summary of the Invention

[0003] This invention provides a locking and releasing mechanism, method, and aircraft, which can solve the technical problems of existing locking and releasing mechanisms having overly complex structures, numerous operating procedures, and difficulty in quickly disassembling the sling device in emergency situations.

[0004] According to one aspect of the present invention, a locking release mechanism is provided, comprising: a housing having a receiving cavity, a slot, and a locking hole, the slot for receiving a hanging device connector; an elastic element fixing rod and a rotating shaft, the elastic element fixing rod and the rotating shaft being fixedly disposed at intervals within the receiving cavity; an assisting elastic element disposed within the receiving cavity, one end of the assisting elastic element being connected to the elastic element fixing rod; a locking hook disposed within the receiving cavity, the locking hook being rotatable about the rotating shaft, the locking hook being connected to the other end of the assisting elastic element, the locking hook comprising a first locking hook segment, a second locking hook segment, and a third locking hook segment connected in sequence, the first locking hook segment and the third locking hook segment being arranged parallel to each other, the length of the first locking hook segment being greater than the length of the third locking hook segment; and a locking bearing element movable along the height direction of the housing, the locking bearing element selectively engaging with the locking hole, the locking bearing element being able to... The first locking hook section abuts against each other to restrict the rotation of the first locking hook section; wherein, when the locking release mechanism is used to lock the hanging device, the locking bearing element cooperates with the locking hole, the hanging device connector is inserted into the slot, and the locking hook rotates around the first direction under the drive of the hanging device connector; when the hanging device connector reaches the set position, the locking hook separates from the hanging device connector, and under the action of the assisting elastic element, the locking hook rotates around the second direction; when the third locking hook section is located at the lower part of the hanging device connector, the hanging device is lowered, the locking hook abuts against the locking bearing element, and the locking of the hanging device is completed; when the locking release mechanism is used to release the hanging device, the locking bearing element moves along the height direction of the shell, the locking bearing element separates from the locking hole, and the locking hook rotates around the second direction under the action of the weight of the hanging device, and the hanging device is released. The first direction and the second direction are opposite.

[0005] Furthermore, the locking release mechanism also includes a manual positioning rod, which is set on the first locking hook section, and the other end of the assist elastic element is connected to the manual positioning rod; the housing also has an arc-shaped guide groove, along which the manual positioning rod can move, and the manual guide rod is used to manually drive the locking hook to rotate.

[0006] Furthermore, the elastic component includes a spring.

[0007] Furthermore, the locking load-bearing element includes a locking steel pin.

[0008] Furthermore, the locking release mechanism also includes a drive switch, which is used to drive the locking force-bearing element to move along the height direction of the housing.

[0009] Furthermore, the housing includes a base and a top cover, which are connected by screws.

[0010] According to another aspect of the present invention, a locking release method is provided, which uses the locking release mechanism described above.

[0011] Furthermore, the locking and releasing method includes: when locking the hanging device using the locking and releasing mechanism, the locking bearing element cooperates with the locking hole, the hanging device connector is inserted into the slot, and the locking hook rotates around the first direction under the drive of the hanging device connector; when the hanging device connector reaches the set position, the locking hook separates from the hanging device connector, and under the action of the assisting elastic element, the locking hook rotates around the second direction; when the third locking hook section is located at the lower part of the hanging device connector, the hanging device is lowered, and the locking hook abuts against the locking bearing element, completing the locking of the hanging device; when releasing the hanging device using the locking and releasing mechanism, the locking bearing element moves along the height direction of the shell, the locking bearing element separates from the locking hole, and the locking hook rotates around the second direction under the action of the weight of the hanging device, completing the release of the hanging device.

[0012] According to another aspect of the present invention, an aircraft is provided, characterized in that the aircraft includes a locking release mechanism and a sling device, the locking release mechanism being the locking release mechanism described above, and the sling device being connected to the aircraft through the locking release mechanism.

[0013] Furthermore, the aircraft includes multiple locking and releasing mechanisms, and the sling device is connected to the aircraft through these mechanisms.

[0014] The present invention provides a locking and releasing mechanism. This mechanism comprises an assisting elastic element, a locking hook, and a locking force-bearing element. When the lifting device is locked using the locking and releasing mechanism, the locking force-bearing element 60 engages with the locking hole, inserting the lifting device connector into the slot 10b, and the locking hook 50 rotates around a first direction. When the lifting device connector reaches a set position, under the action of the assisting elastic element 40, the locking hook 50 rotates around a second direction. When the third locking hook section 53 is located at the lower part of the lifting device connector, the lifting device is lowered, and the locking hook 50 abuts against the locking force-bearing element 60, completing the locking of the lifting device. When the lifting device is released using the locking and releasing mechanism, the locking force-bearing element 60 moves along the height direction of the housing 10, separating from the locking hole. The locking hook 50 rotates around the second direction under the action of the weight of the lifting device, completing the release of the lifting device. Compared with the prior art, the locking and releasing mechanism provided by this invention achieves rapid locking and unlocking through the insertion and removal action of a rotating locking hook installed in the housing and a locking force-bearing element in its vertical direction. The bent rotating locking hook helps to reduce the overall size and weight of the locking and releasing mechanism. The locking force-bearing element installed in the vertical direction of its rotation plane ensures the rapid and reliable locking and unlocking of the locking hook. In addition, there is an auxiliary elastic element as an aid to the locking hook in completing the locking and unlocking action. This structure is simple in structure, small in size, light in weight, and easy to operate. It can meet the rapid locking and unlocking requirements of a certain hoisting device, and complete the rapid mounting, unloading or jettisoning of the hoisting device on the aircraft. It can effectively eliminate the fatal impact of the hoisting device on the flight of the UAV in case of emergencies. Attached Figure Description

[0015] The accompanying drawings, which form part of this specification, are provided to further illustrate embodiments of the invention and, together with the textual description, explain the principles of the invention. It is obvious that the drawings described below are merely some embodiments of the invention, and those skilled in the art can obtain other drawings based on these drawings without any creative effort.

[0016] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of the suspension device connector push-in locking release mechanism (with top cover) provided according to a specific embodiment of the present invention is shown;

[0017] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the structure of the suspension device connector push-in locking release mechanism (with top cover removed) provided according to a specific embodiment of the present invention is shown;

[0018] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the hanging device (with top cover) provided according to a specific embodiment of the present invention in a locked state is shown;

[0019] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the hanging device provided according to a specific embodiment of the present invention in a locked state (top cover removed) is shown;

[0020] Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the suspension device (with top cover) provided according to a specific embodiment of the present invention in the released state is shown;

[0021] Figure 6 A schematic diagram of the hanging device provided according to a specific embodiment of the present invention in the released state (top cover removed) is shown;

[0022] Figure 7 A schematic diagram of the locking release mechanism (with top cover) provided according to a specific embodiment of the present invention in a balanced state is shown;

[0023] Figure 8 A schematic diagram of the locking release mechanism provided according to a specific embodiment of the present invention in a balanced state (top cover removed) is shown.

[0024] The above figures include the following reference numerals:

[0025] 10. Housing; 10a. Receiving cavity; 10b. Slot; 10c. Arc-shaped guide groove; 11. Base; 12. Top cover; 20. Elastic element fixing rod; 30. Rotating shaft; 40. Assisting elastic element; 50. Locking hook; 51. First locking hook section; 52. Second locking hook section; 53. Third locking hook section; 60. Locking load-bearing element; 70. Manual positioning rod; 100. Hanging device connector. Detailed Implementation

[0026] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in this application can be combined with each other. The technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of the present invention, and not all of them. The following description of at least one exemplary embodiment is merely illustrative and is in no way intended to limit the present invention or its application or use. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0027] It should be noted that the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the exemplary embodiments according to this application. As used herein, the singular form is intended to include the plural form as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. Furthermore, it should be understood that when the terms "comprising" and / or "including" are used in this specification, they indicate the presence of features, steps, operations, devices, components, and / or combinations thereof.

[0028] Unless otherwise specifically stated, the relative arrangement, numerical expressions, and values ​​of the components and steps set forth in these embodiments do not limit the scope of the invention. It should also be understood that, for ease of description, the dimensions of the various parts shown in the drawings are not drawn to actual scale. Techniques, methods, and devices known to those skilled in the art may not be discussed in detail, but where appropriate, such techniques, methods, and devices should be considered part of the specification. In all examples shown and discussed herein, any specific values ​​should be interpreted as merely exemplary and not as limitations. Therefore, other examples of exemplary embodiments may have different values. It should be noted that similar reference numerals and letters in the following figures denote similar items; therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it need not be further discussed in subsequent figures.

[0029] like Figures 1 to 8As shown, a locking release mechanism is provided according to a specific embodiment of the present invention. The locking release mechanism includes a housing 10, an elastic element fixing rod 20, a rotating shaft 30, an assisting elastic element 40, a locking hook 50, and a locking force-bearing element 60. The housing 10 has a receiving cavity 10a, a slot 10b, and a locking hole. The slot 10b is used to receive a hanging device connector. The elastic element fixing rod 20 and the rotating shaft 30 are fixedly arranged at intervals within the receiving cavity 10a. The assisting elastic element 40 is disposed within the receiving cavity 10a. One of the assisting elastic elements 40... The end is connected to the elastic element fixing rod 20, and the locking hook 50 is disposed in the receiving cavity 10a. The locking hook 50 can rotate around the rotating shaft 30. The locking hook 50 is connected to the other end of the assisting elastic element 40. The locking hook 50 includes a first locking hook section 51, a second locking hook section 52, and a third locking hook section 53 connected in sequence. The first locking hook section 51 and the third locking hook section 53 are arranged in parallel. The length of the first locking hook section 51 is greater than the length of the third locking hook section 53. The locking force-bearing element 60 is movable along the height direction of the housing 10 (the height direction is perpendicular to the locking hook rotation plane). The locking force-bearing element 60 can selectively engage with the locking hole, and the locking force-bearing element 60 can abut against the first locking hook section 51 to restrict the rotation of the first locking hook section 51; wherein, when the locking release mechanism is used to lock the hanging device, the locking force-bearing element 60 engages with the locking hole, inserting the hanging device connector into the slot 10b, and the locking hook 50 rotates around the first direction under the drive of the hanging device connector; when the hanging device connector reaches the set position, the locking hook 50 separates from the hanging device connector, and the assist elastic element 40... Under the action of the first direction, the locking hook 50 rotates around the second direction. When the third locking hook section 53 is located at the lower part of the hanging device joint, the hanging device is lowered, and the locking hook 50 abuts against the locking bearing element 60 to complete the locking of the hanging device. When the hanging device is released using the locking release mechanism, the locking bearing element 60 moves along the height direction of the housing 10, and the locking bearing element 60 separates from the locking hole. Under the action of the weight of the hanging device, the locking hook 50 rotates around the second direction to complete the release of the hanging device. The first direction and the second direction are opposite.

[0030] This configuration provides a locking and releasing mechanism. This mechanism includes an assisting elastic element, a locking hook, and a locking force-bearing element. When the suspension device is locked using the locking and releasing mechanism, the locking force-bearing element 60 engages with the locking hole, inserting the suspension device connector into the slot 10b, and the locking hook 50 rotates in a first direction. When the suspension device connector reaches a set position, under the action of the assisting elastic element 40, the locking hook 50 rotates in a second direction. When the third locking hook section 53 is located at the lower part of the suspension device connector, the suspension device is lowered, and the locking hook 50 abuts against the locking force-bearing element 60, completing the locking of the suspension device. When the suspension device is released using the locking and releasing mechanism, the locking force-bearing element 60 moves along the height direction of the housing 10, separating from the locking hole. The locking hook 50 rotates in a second direction under the weight of the suspension device, completing the release of the suspension device. Compared with the prior art, the locking and releasing mechanism provided by this invention achieves rapid locking and unlocking through the insertion and removal action of a rotating locking hook installed in the housing and a locking force-bearing element in its vertical direction. The bent rotating locking hook helps to reduce the overall size and weight of the locking and releasing mechanism. The locking force-bearing element installed in the vertical direction of its rotation plane ensures the rapid and reliable locking and unlocking of the locking hook. In addition, there is an auxiliary elastic element as an aid to the locking hook in completing the locking and unlocking action. This structure is simple in structure, small in size, light in weight, and easy to operate. It can meet the rapid locking and unlocking requirements of a certain hoisting device, and complete the rapid mounting, unloading or jettisoning of the hoisting device on the aircraft. It can effectively eliminate the fatal impact of the hoisting device on the flight of the UAV in case of emergencies.

[0031] Specifically, the sling device contacts the locking release mechanism through the sling device connector 100. The sling device connector 100 is generally a cylindrical rod with hooks at both ends, through which the suspended weight is connected. When locking the sling device using the locking release mechanism, first, the locking release mechanism is fixed to the corresponding aircraft position where the sling device needs to be installed, and then the locking load-bearing element 60 is inserted into the locking hole on the housing 10. Figure 1 and Figure 2As shown (the hanging device connector 100 shown in the figure is a cross-sectional view of the hanging device connector 100), the hanging device connector 100 is slowly inserted vertically into the slot 10b. During the insertion process, the hanging device connector 100 exerts a squeezing force on the locking hook, causing the locking hook 50 to rotate around the first direction (in this embodiment, the first direction is clockwise). When the hanging device connector reaches the set position, that is, when the hanging device connector 100 enters the top position of the slot 10b and disengages from the locking hook 50, the locking hook 50 rotates around the second direction (in this embodiment, the second direction is counterclockwise) under the action of the assisting elastic element 40. When the third locking hook section 53 is located at the lower part of the hanging device connector 100, the hanging device is lowered. At this time, under the gravity of the hanging device, the locking hook 50 continues to rotate around the second direction until the locking hook 50 abuts against the locking bearing element 60. At this time, the locking hook 50 no longer rotates, and the hanging device is suspended on the locking hook, completing the locking of the hanging device. Specifically, as shown in the figure... Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown.

[0032] When releasing the suspension device using the locking release mechanism, the locking bearing element 60 is first driven to move along the height direction of the housing 10 until the locking bearing element 60 separates from the locking hole. Under the weight of the suspension device, the locking hook 50 rotates in the second direction. After rotating a certain angle, since the lower end of the locking hook is open, the suspension device connector disengages from the locking hook, completing the release of the suspension device. Specifically, as follows... Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown. After the suspension device is released, the assisting elastic element 40 will return to its original state. Under the action of the assisting elastic element 40, the locking hook 50 rotates around the first direction until it stops at the position shown. Figure 7 and Figure 8 It is currently in a position to await the next lifting of heavy objects.

[0033] Furthermore, in this invention, since the locking release mechanism is a semi-enclosed housing, to prevent the assisting elastic element from becoming entangled or in other positions after the movement ends, thus failing to return to its original position, the locking release mechanism can be configured to also include a manual positioning rod 70. The manual positioning rod 70 is disposed on the first locking hook section 51, and the other end of the assisting elastic element 40 is connected to the manual positioning rod 70. The housing 10 also has an arc-shaped guide groove 10c, along which the manual positioning rod 70 can move. The manual guide rod is used to manually drive the locking hook 50 to rotate. In this configuration, by setting the manual positioning rod 70, if the assisting elastic element becomes entangled or in other positions after the movement ends, thus failing to return to its original position, the assisting elastic element can be restored to its initial position by manipulating the manual positioning rod from the outside of the housing.

[0034] In one specific embodiment of the present invention, the assisting elastic element 40 includes a spring. Considering structural load-bearing requirements, the locking load-bearing element 60 includes a locking steel pin. Furthermore, to facilitate the movement of the locking load-bearing element, the locking release mechanism can be configured to also include a drive switch, which is used to drive the locking load-bearing element 60 to move along the height direction of the housing 10.

[0035] Furthermore, in this invention, the housing 10 includes a base 11 and a top cover 12, which are connected by screws.

[0036] According to another aspect of the present invention, a locking and releasing method is provided, which uses the locking and releasing mechanism as described above. The locking and releasing method includes: when locking the hanging device using the locking and releasing mechanism, the locking bearing element 60 engages with the locking hole, inserting the hanging device connector into the slot 10b, and the locking hook 50 rotates about a first direction under the drive of the hanging device connector; when the hanging device connector reaches a set position, the locking hook 50 separates from the hanging device connector, and under the action of the assisting elastic element 40, the locking hook 50 rotates about a second direction; when the third locking hook section 53 is located at the lower part of the hanging device connector, the hanging device is lowered, and the locking hook 50 abuts against the locking bearing element 60, completing the locking of the hanging device; when releasing the hanging device using the locking and releasing mechanism, the locking bearing element 60 moves along the height direction of the housing 10, the locking bearing element 60 separates from the locking hole, and the locking hook 50 rotates about a second direction under the action of the weight of the hanging device, completing the release of the hanging device.

[0037] This configuration provides a locking and releasing mechanism. This mechanism includes an assisting elastic element, a locking hook, and a locking force-bearing element. When the suspension device is locked using the locking and releasing mechanism, the locking force-bearing element 60 engages with the locking hole, inserting the suspension device connector into the slot 10b, and the locking hook 50 rotates in a first direction. When the suspension device connector reaches a set position, under the action of the assisting elastic element 40, the locking hook 50 rotates in a second direction. When the third locking hook section 53 is located at the lower part of the suspension device connector, the suspension device is lowered, and the locking hook 50 abuts against the locking force-bearing element 60, completing the locking of the suspension device. When the suspension device is released using the locking and releasing mechanism, the locking force-bearing element 60 moves along the height direction of the housing 10, separating from the locking hole. The locking hook 50 rotates in a second direction under the weight of the suspension device, completing the release of the suspension device. Compared with the prior art, the locking and releasing mechanism provided by this invention achieves rapid locking and unlocking functions through the insertion and removal action of a rotating locking hook installed in the housing and a locking force-bearing element in its vertical direction. The bent rotating locking hook helps to reduce the overall size and weight of the locking and releasing mechanism. The locking force-bearing element installed in the vertical direction of its rotation plane can ensure the fast and reliable locking and unlocking of the locking hook. In addition, there is an auxiliary elastic element as an aid to the locking hook in completing the locking and unlocking action. This structure is simple in structure, small in size, light in weight, and easy to operate, and can meet the rapid locking and unlocking requirements of a certain hanging device.

[0038] According to another aspect of the present invention, an aircraft is provided, the aircraft including a locking release mechanism and a sling device, the locking release mechanism being the locking release mechanism as described above, and the sling device being connected to the aircraft via the locking release mechanism.

[0039] This configuration provides an aircraft in which the sling device is connected to the aircraft via a locking and releasing mechanism. The locking and releasing mechanism provided by this invention achieves rapid locking and unlocking through the insertion and removal of a rotating hook installed within the housing and a locking force-bearing element in its vertical direction. The bent rotating hook helps reduce the overall size and weight of the locking and releasing mechanism. The locking force-bearing element installed in the vertical direction of its rotation plane ensures rapid and reliable locking and unlocking of the hook. An auxiliary elastic element assists the hook in completing the locking and unlocking actions. This structure is simple, small in size, lightweight, and easy to operate, meeting the rapid locking and unlocking requirements of a sling device. Therefore, using this locking and releasing mechanism in an aircraft can achieve the aircraft's need for rapid locking and unlocking of the sling device, improving the aircraft's performance.

[0040] Furthermore, in this invention, considering that some sling devices are too heavy and bulky, in order to achieve locking and releasing of the sling devices more reliably and stably, the aircraft can be configured to include multiple locking and releasing mechanisms, and the sling devices are connected to the aircraft through multiple locking and releasing mechanisms.

[0041] To gain a further understanding of the present invention, the following description is provided. Figures 1 to 8 The locking and releasing mechanism provided by the present invention will be described in detail.

[0042] like Figures 1 to 8 As shown, a locking and releasing mechanism is provided according to a specific embodiment of the present invention. The locking and releasing mechanism includes a housing 10, an elastic element fixing rod 20, a rotating shaft 30, an assisting elastic element 40, a locking hook 50, a locking force-bearing element 60, and a manual positioning rod 70. The housing 10 has a receiving cavity 10a, a slot 10b, and a locking hole. The slot 10b is used to receive the hanging device connector. The elastic element fixing rod 20 and the rotating shaft 30 are fixedly arranged at intervals within the receiving cavity 10a. The assisting elastic element 40 is disposed within the receiving cavity 10a. The function of the assisting elastic element 40 is to promptly assist the locking hook to spring to the locking position after the hanging device is pushed into the opening of the quick locking and unlocking mechanism and disengaged from the locking hook. One end of the assisting elastic element 40 is connected to the elastic element fixing rod 20. The locking hook 50 is disposed within the receiving cavity 10a. The locking hook 50 is the direct part of the locking and unlocking suspension device. The locking hook 50 can rotate flexibly around the pivot 30. The locking hook 50 is connected to the other end of the assisting elastic element 40. The locking hook 50 includes a first locking hook section 51, a second locking hook section 52 and a third locking hook section 53 connected in sequence. The first locking hook section 51 and the third locking hook section 53 are arranged in parallel. The length of the first locking hook section 51 is greater than the length of the third locking hook section 53. The locking force-bearing element 60 serves as the safety part of the unlocking mechanism. It needs to be driven in the direction perpendicular to the plane of the locking hook rotation and is not affected by the force on the plane of rotation. The locking force-bearing element 60 is movable along the height direction of the housing 10. The locking force-bearing element 60 can be selectively matched with the locking hole. The locking force-bearing element 60 can abut against the first locking hook section 51 to restrict the rotation of the first locking hook section 51. A manual positioning rod 70 is mounted on the first locking hook section 51, and the other end of the assisting elastic element 40 is connected to the manual positioning rod 70. The housing 10 also has an arc-shaped guide groove 10c, along which the manual positioning rod 70 can move. The manual guide rod is used to manually rotate the locking hook 50, and the manual positioning rod 70 can manually push the locking hook into the correct position if the assisting elastic element has not pulled the locking hook into place. In this embodiment, the assisting elastic element is an assisting spring, and the locking force-bearing element 60 is a locking pin.

[0043] In this embodiment, the sling device contacts the locking release mechanism via the sling device connector 100. The sling device connector 100 is generally a cylindrical rod with hooks at both ends, through which the suspended weight is connected. When locking the sling device using the locking release mechanism, firstly, four screws are used to fix the locking release mechanism to the corresponding aircraft position where the sling device needs to be installed, and then the locking pin controlled by the switch is inserted into the locking hole on the housing 10. At this time, the quick-locking release mechanism is in the [position missing]. Figure 7 and Figure 8 The equilibrium position is shown. Next, as... Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown (the hanging device connector 100 shown in the figure is a cross-sectional view of the hanging device connector 100), the hanging device connector 100 is slowly inserted vertically into the slot 10b and pushed upwards along the slot direction. During the insertion process, the hanging device connector 100 exerts a squeezing force on the locking hook, causing the locking hook 50 to rotate around the first direction (in this embodiment, the first direction is clockwise). When the hanging device connector reaches the top of the slot, the hanging device connector disengages from the locking hook 50. At this time, under the action of the assisting elastic element 40, the locking hook 50 rotates around the second direction (in this embodiment, the second direction is counterclockwise). When the third locking hook section 53 is located at the lower part of the hanging device connector 100, the hanging device is lowered. At this time, under the action of the gravity of the hanging device, the locking hook 50 continues to rotate around the second direction until the locking hook 50 abuts against the locking pin. At this time, the locking hook 50 no longer rotates, and the hanging device is suspended on the locking hook, completing the locking of the hanging device. Specifically, as shown in the figure... Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown.

[0044] When releasing the suspension device using the locking release mechanism, the switch first controls the locking pin to move along the height direction of the housing 10 until the locking pin separates from the locking hole. The locking pin is then pulled out, and the locking hook 50 rotates in the second direction under the weight of the suspension device. After rotating a certain angle, because the lower end of the locking hook is open, the suspension device connector disengages from the locking hook, completing the release of the suspension device. Specifically, as follows... Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown. After the suspension device is released, the assisting elastic element 40 returns to its original state. Under the action of the assisting elastic element 40, the locking hook 50 rotates around the first direction to return to the equilibrium position and stays there. Figure 7 and Figure 8 It is currently in a position to await the next lifting of heavy objects.

[0045] In summary, the present invention provides a locking and releasing mechanism. This mechanism comprises an assisting elastic element, a locking hook, and a locking force-bearing element. When the lifting device is locked using the locking and releasing mechanism, the locking force-bearing element 60 engages with the locking hole, inserting the lifting device connector into the slot 10b, and the locking hook 50 rotates around a first direction. When the lifting device connector reaches a set position, under the action of the assisting elastic element 40, the locking hook 50 rotates around a second direction. When the third locking hook section 53 is located at the lower part of the lifting device connector, the lifting device is lowered, and the locking hook 50 abuts against the locking force-bearing element 60, completing the locking of the lifting device. When the lifting device is released using the locking and releasing mechanism, the locking force-bearing element 60 moves along the height direction of the housing 10, separating from the locking hole. The locking hook 50 rotates around the second direction under the action of the weight of the lifting device, completing the release of the lifting device. Compared with existing technologies, the locking and releasing mechanism provided by this invention achieves rapid locking and unlocking through the insertion and removal of a rotating hook installed within the housing and a locking force-bearing element in its vertical direction. The bent rotating hook helps reduce the overall size and weight of the locking and releasing mechanism, while the locking force-bearing element installed in the vertical direction of its rotation plane ensures rapid and reliable locking and unlocking of the hook, guaranteeing the reliable and stable fixation of a UAV sling device under normal conditions and its instantaneous disengagement in emergencies. An auxiliary elastic element assists the hook in completing the locking and releasing actions. This structure is simple in structure, small in size, light in weight, and easy to operate, meeting the rapid locking and unlocking requirements of a sling device. It enables the rapid mounting, unmounting, or jettisoning of the sling device on the aircraft, effectively eliminating the fatal impact of the sling device on UAV flight in emergencies.

[0046] For ease of description, spatial relative terms such as "above," "on top of," "on the upper surface of," "above," etc., are used herein to describe the spatial positional relationship of a device or feature as shown in the figures to other devices or features. It should be understood that spatial relative terms are intended to encompass different orientations in use or operation beyond the orientation of the device as described in the figures. For example, if the device in the figures were inverted, a device described as "above" or "on top of" other devices or structures would subsequently be positioned as "below" or "under" other devices or structures. Thus, the exemplary term "above" can include both "above" and "below." The device may also be positioned in other different ways (rotated 90 degrees or in other orientations), and the spatial relative descriptions used herein will be interpreted accordingly.

[0047] Furthermore, it should be noted that the use of terms such as "first" and "second" to define components is merely for the purpose of distinguishing the corresponding components. Unless otherwise stated, the above terms have no special meaning and therefore should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of this invention.

[0048] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the invention. Various modifications and variations can be made to the present invention by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A locking and releasing mechanism, characterized in that, The locking release mechanism includes: The housing (10) has a receiving cavity (10a), a slot (10b) and a locking hole, the slot (10b) being used to receive a hanging device connector; The elastic element fixing rod (20) and the rotating shaft (30) are fixedly arranged at intervals in the receiving cavity (10a); A power-assisted elastic element (40) is disposed in the receiving cavity (10a), and one end of the power-assisted elastic element (40) is connected to the elastic element fixing rod (20). A locking hook (50) is disposed in the receiving cavity (10a). The locking hook (50) is rotatable around the rotating shaft (30). The locking hook (50) is connected to the other end of the assisting elastic element (40). The locking hook (50) includes a first locking hook section (51), a second locking hook section (52), and a third locking hook section (53) connected in sequence. The first locking hook section (51) and the third locking hook section (53) are arranged in parallel. The length of the first locking hook section (51) is greater than the length of the third locking hook section (53). Locking support element (60) is movable along the height direction of the housing (10). The locking support element (60) can be selectively engaged with the locking hole. The locking support element (60) can abut against the first locking hook section (51) to restrict the rotation of the first locking hook section (51). When the locking release mechanism is used to lock the hanging device, the locking bearing element (60) cooperates with the locking hole to insert the hanging device connector into the slot (10b). The locking hook (50) rotates around the first direction under the drive of the hanging device connector. When the hanging device connector reaches the set position, the locking hook (50) separates from the hanging device connector. Under the action of the assisting elastic element (40), the locking hook (50) rotates around the second direction. When the third locking hook section (53) is located at the hanging device connector... When the head is lowered, the hanging device is lowered, and the locking hook (50) abuts against the locking force-bearing element (60) to lock the hanging device; when the locking release mechanism is used to release the hanging device, the locking force-bearing element (60) moves along the height direction of the housing (10), the height direction is perpendicular to the locking hook rotation plane, the locking force-bearing element (60) separates from the locking hole, and the locking hook (50) rotates around the second direction under the action of the weight of the hanging device to release the hanging device. The first direction and the second direction are opposite.

2. The locking and releasing mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The locking release mechanism also includes a manual positioning rod (70), which is disposed on the first locking hook section (51). The other end of the assisting elastic element (40) is connected to the manual positioning rod (70). The housing (10) also has an arc-shaped guide groove (10c), and the manual positioning rod (70) can move along the arc-shaped guide groove (10c). The manual positioning rod (70) is used to manually drive the locking hook (50) to rotate.

3. The locking and releasing mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The assisting elastic element (40) includes a spring.

4. The locking and releasing mechanism according to claim 3, characterized in that, The locking load-bearing element (60) includes a locking steel pin.

5. The locking and releasing mechanism according to claim 4, characterized in that, The locking release mechanism further includes a drive switch, which is used to drive the locking force-bearing element (60) to move along the height direction of the housing (10).

6. The locking release mechanism according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that, The housing (10) includes a base (11) and a top cover (12), which are connected by screws.

7. A locking and releasing method, characterized in that, The lock-release method uses the lock-release mechanism as described in any one of claims 1 to 6.

8. The locking and releasing method according to claim 7, characterized in that, The lock release method includes: When the locking release mechanism is used to lock the hanging device, the locking force-bearing element (60) cooperates with the locking hole, and the hanging device connector is inserted into the slot (10b). The locking hook (50) rotates around the first direction under the drive of the hanging device connector. When the hanging device connector reaches the set position, the locking hook (50) separates from the hanging device connector. Under the action of the assisting elastic element (40), the locking hook (50) rotates around the second direction. When the third locking hook section (53) is located at the lower part of the hanging device connector, the hanging device is lowered, and the locking hook (50) abuts against the locking force-bearing element (60) to complete the locking of the hanging device. When the locking release mechanism is used to release the hanging device, the locking force-bearing element (60) moves along the height direction of the housing (10), the locking force-bearing element (60) separates from the locking hole, and the locking hook (50) rotates around the second direction under the action of the gravity of the hanging device, thus completing the release of the hanging device.

9. An aircraft, characterized in that, The aircraft includes a locking release mechanism and a sling device, wherein the locking release mechanism is the locking release mechanism according to any one of claims 1 to 6, and the sling device is connected to the aircraft through the locking release mechanism.

10. The aircraft according to claim 9, characterized in that, The aircraft includes multiple locking and releasing mechanisms, and the sling device is connected to the aircraft through the multiple locking and releasing mechanisms.

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