Compound eye reconnaissance system

Abstract

This application provides a compound eye reconnaissance system, including a housing and an optical detection assembly. The optical detection assembly includes multiple camera devices arranged sequentially along the circumference of the housing. Each camera device includes multiple carrier sections, and each carrier section is equipped with a plurality of cameras. The camera devices are rotatably mounted on the housing. Each carrier section is arranged sequentially along the circumference of the rotation axis of the camera device. The camera devices can be rotated so that any one of the carrier sections is exposed outside the housing. The camera types and / or parameters on different carrier sections are different.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of reconnaissance technology, and in particular to a compound eye reconnaissance system. Background Technology

[0002] Unmanned operations, search and strike capabilities, will become an important aspect of future warfare. Portable weapon stations, equipped with intelligent sights, can achieve rapid response within their field of vision and possess strong precision strike capabilities, making them a crucial component of future battlefield combat forces. Soldiers, acting as remote operators, are far from the front lines and confined to a limited field of vision. They cannot quickly, accurately, and efficiently acquire other threats over a wide area of ​​the battlefield. Furthermore, the urban battlefield environment, with its obstructed views by buildings, presents significant challenges to target acquisition and locking by portable weapon stations. Even with high-performance ballistic computers or intelligent observation and aiming systems, they cannot fully adapt to the multi-dimensional, large-scale airspace combat scenarios. Simultaneously, enemy targets often utilize terrain or camouflage to launch surprise attacks, and current tactics lack effective countermeasures against such situations, posing a significant threat to our personnel. If rapid location and locking of enemy targets at greater distances and over larger areas can be achieved in high-intensity battlefield environments, it will greatly enhance our overall combat capabilities. In light of future warfare trends, the ability to help our soldiers and operators acquire enemy targets and their locations more quickly in complex battlefield environments under high-intensity combat conditions, thus enabling them to anticipate the enemy's moves in combat, is crucial for improving our combat personnel's precision strike capabilities and battlefield survivability. This technology has extremely wide applications and is in high demand. Summary of the Invention

[0003] This application provides a compound eye detection system.

[0004] This application provides the following technical solution:

[0005] This application provides a compound eye detection system, comprising:

[0006] case;

[0007] An optical detection assembly includes multiple camera devices arranged sequentially along the circumference of the housing. Each camera device includes multiple carrier sections, and each carrier section is equipped with a plurality of cameras. The camera devices are rotatably mounted on the housing. Each carrier section is arranged sequentially along the circumference of the rotation axis of the camera device. The camera device can be rotated so that any one of the carrier sections is exposed outside the housing. The camera types and / or parameters on different carrier sections are different.

[0008] Optionally, the focal lengths of cameras on different carrier sections of the same imaging device may be different.

[0009] Optionally, a visible light camera is provided on a portion of the carrier portion of the same camera device, an infrared camera is provided on a portion of the carrier portion, and a visible light camera and an infrared camera are provided on a portion of the carrier portion respectively.

[0010] Optionally, the fields of view of adjacent camera devices overlap;

[0011] The horizontal field of view captured by each of the aforementioned camera devices shall not be less than 180°.

[0012] Optionally, the carrier portion includes an upper side plate and a lower side plate;

[0013] The upper side plate and the lower side plate are connected, and there is an included angle between the upper side plate and the lower side plate;

[0014] Cameras are provided on both the upper and lower side panels;

[0015] The fields of view of the camera on the upper side panel and the camera on the lower side panel overlap.

[0016] The total vertical field of view of the camera on the upper side panel and the camera on the lower side panel is 45° to 110°.

[0017] Optionally, the compound eye detection system includes a support frame;

[0018] The bracket is connected to the housing, and a rotating shaft is provided on the bracket;

[0019] Each of the carrier portions of the camera device encloses a cavity, and the rotating shaft extends into the cavity and is connected to each of the carrier portions;

[0020] The rotation of the rotating shaft causes each of the carrier parts to rotate.

[0021] Optionally, the upper and lower side plates of each of the carrier parts are connected to the rotating shaft by a strut.

[0022] Optionally, the bracket is provided with a locking mechanism;

[0023] The locking mechanism is used to lock the rotating shaft to fix the camera device.

[0024] Optionally, an adjusting gear is provided on the rotating shaft;

[0025] The locking mechanism includes a spring and a pin slidably connected to the bracket. The pin is slidably connected to the bracket, and the spring is sleeved on the pin. The two ends of the spring abut against the pin and the bracket respectively, so that the end of the pin is inserted into the tooth groove of the adjusting gear. Attached Figure Description

[0026] The accompanying drawings, which are included to provide a further understanding of this application and form part of this application, illustrate exemplary embodiments and are used to explain this application, but do not constitute an undue limitation of this application. In the drawings:

[0027] Figure 1 This diagram shows the state of the compound eye reconnaissance system provided in the embodiment of this application installed on the carrier device;

[0028] Figure 2 A partial structural schematic diagram of the compound eye reconnaissance system provided in an embodiment of this application is shown;

[0029] Figure 3 Show Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the structure of the camera device;

[0030] Figure 4 This diagram illustrates the structure of the compound eye reconnaissance system provided in this embodiment after deleting each camera device;

[0031] Figure 5 Show Figure 4 Schematic diagram of a local structure in the middle;

[0032] Figure 6 Show Figure 4 Another perspective view of the local structure;

[0033] Figure 7 Show Figure 6 A view taken from below;

[0034] Figure 8 The diagram illustrates the communication connection between the compound eye reconnaissance system provided in this application embodiment and the portable weapon station and integrated control terminal. Detailed Implementation

[0035] To make the technical solutions and advantages of the embodiments of this application clearer, the exemplary embodiments of this application will be described in further detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this application, and not an exhaustive list of all embodiments. It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features in the embodiments of this application can be combined with each other.

[0036] In the description of this application and its embodiments, it should be understood that the terms "top", "bottom", "height", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this application.

[0037] In this application and its embodiments, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "set," "install," "connect," "link," "fix," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection, an electrical connection, or a communication connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0038] In this application and its embodiments, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature being directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature being directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0039] Example 1

[0040] See Figures 1 to 8 As shown, this application embodiment provides a compound eye reconnaissance system, including: a housing and an optical detection assembly. The optical detection assembly includes multiple camera devices 2, each of which is arranged sequentially along the circumference of the housing. Each camera device 2 includes multiple carrier parts 21, and each carrier part 21 is provided with a plurality of cameras 22. The camera devices 2 are rotatably disposed on the housing. Each carrier part 21 is arranged sequentially along the circumference of the rotation axis 92 of the camera device 2. The camera device 2 can be rotated so that any one of the carrier parts 21 is exposed outside the housing. The types and / or parameters of the cameras 22 on different carrier parts 21 are different.

[0041] The optical detection component is an optical compound eye used for visual information acquisition and transmission. It consists of a control component or other control system for visual image stitching, visual information processing, visible target recognition, and positioning, aiming to fully obtain and effectively process the image information of the target being measured. The visual image stitching mainly studies the stitching of images output from multiple camera devices 2 to form a wide-angle image with a 180° field of view. This allows for the display, recognition, and positioning of the target being measured within a single image, while also facilitating user observation.

[0042] The optical detection components and the control components of the compound eye reconnaissance system primarily identify and classify the target based on the established dataset. The main research focuses on locating the target within the field of view using image information and based on the principle of binocular vision.

[0043] In this embodiment of the application, each camera device 2 of the optical detection component of the compound eye reconnaissance system can be provided with multiple carrier parts 21. Each carrier part 21 is arranged sequentially along the circumference of the camera device 2. The camera types on each carrier part 21 are different. The operator can rotate the camera device 2 to adjust the required camera 22 to be exposed on the housing according to the needs. The camera 22 exposed on the housing can collect images. According to the different types and parameters of each camera 22, different scene requirements can be met.

[0044] In some possible implementations, the focal lengths of the cameras 22 on different carrier sections 21 of the same imaging device 2 are different. The operator can adjust the exposed portion of the housing of the desired camera 22 according to the required shooting distance to capture images at close or long distances.

[0045] In some possible implementations, a visible light camera 22 is provided on a portion of the carrier portion 21 of the same camera device 2, an infrared camera 22 is provided on a portion of the carrier portion 21, and a visible light camera 22 and an infrared camera 22 are provided on a portion of the carrier portion 21 respectively.

[0046] During the day, the visible light camera 22 can be used to capture images, resulting in high detection accuracy. At night or when there are obstructions, the accuracy of the visible light camera 22 is limited. In such cases, the infrared camera 22 can be adjusted to capture images, thereby improving detection accuracy. Alternatively, both the infrared camera 22 and the visible light camera 22 can be simultaneously exposed within the housing to capture environmental images at the same time, achieving multi-directional target detection and further improving accuracy.

[0047] In some possible implementations, the fields of view captured by adjacent camera devices 2 overlap, and the horizontal field of view captured by each camera device 2 is not less than 180°.

[0048] The carrier unit 21 includes an upper side plate 211 and a lower side plate 212, which are connected and form an angle between them. A camera 22 is mounted on both the upper side plate 211 and the lower side plate 212. The cameras 22 on the upper side plate 211 and the lower side plate 212 can be of different types or parameters.

[0049] The shooting fields of view of the camera 22 on the upper side plate 211 and the camera 22 on the lower side plate 212 overlap, and the total vertical field of view angle of the camera 22 on the upper side plate 211 and the camera 22 on the lower side plate 212 is 45° to 110°.

[0050] Optionally, the compound eye reconnaissance system includes a bracket 91 connected to the housing. A rotating shaft 92 is provided on the bracket 91. Each of the carrier parts 21 of the camera device 2 surrounds and forms a cavity. The rotating shaft 92 extends into the cavity and is connected to each of the carrier parts 21. The rotation of the rotating shaft 92 drives each of the carrier parts 21 to rotate.

[0051] The upper side plate 211 and lower side plate 212 of each of the carrier parts 21 are connected to the rotating shaft 92 by a support rod 93. A locking mechanism 94 is provided on the bracket 91. The locking mechanism 94 is used to lock the rotating shaft 92 to fix the camera device 2.

[0052] Specifically, an adjusting gear 921 is provided on the rotating shaft 92. The locking mechanism 94 includes a spring 942 and a pin 941 slidably connected to the bracket 91. The pin 941 is slidably connected to the bracket 91, and the spring 942 is sleeved on the pin 941. The two ends of the spring 942 abut against the pin 941 and the bracket 91 respectively, so that the end of the pin 941 is inserted into the tooth groove of the adjusting gear 921, thereby locking the position of the camera device 2. Rotating the camera device 2 can drive the adjusting gear 921 to rotate, allowing the pin 941 to be inserted into different slots to lock the camera device 2 at different rotation angles.

[0053] Example 2

[0054] See Figures 1 to 8As shown in the illustration, this application provides a more detailed description of the compound eye reconnaissance system, which includes: a housing, an optical detection component, an acoustic detection component 3, and a control component. The optical detection component is disposed within the housing and includes multiple camera devices 2 arranged sequentially along the circumference of the housing. The optical detection component is used to detect the optical position coordinates of a target. The acoustic detection component 3 is disposed within the housing and is used to detect the acoustic position coordinates of the target. The control component is disposed within the housing and is electrically connected to both the optical detection component and the acoustic detection component 3. The control component is used to determine the final coordinates of the target based on the optical and acoustic position coordinates.

[0055] In this embodiment, the reconnaissance system comprises multiple camera devices 2 and acoustic detection components 3 forming an acoustic-optical compound eye detection array. This array creates an effective field of view that radiates outward in a hemispherical shape, enabling the detection of targets across the entire range from the ground to the air. Furthermore, by combining multi-camera array image stitching technology with deep learning target detection, recognition, and localization technology, it can efficiently detect, identify, and locate typical target information in complex battlefield environments in real time. This allows for broader and longer-range acquisition of effective information in complex battlefield environments, as well as more accurate and faster detection, identification, and localization of typical targets. This includes efficient reconnaissance, identification, and localization of typical targets such as enemy aerial drones, snipers concealed on high ground and in building clusters, enemy ground defense targets, and camouflaged targets, providing information support for battlefield situational awareness and assessment.

[0056] To address the need for efficient and accurate identification of concealed, lurking, and camouflaged targets in intelligent battlefields, and building upon existing acoustic-optical composite detection capabilities, research is being conducted on the transformation and application of a large-area multi-target reconnaissance system based on acoustic-optical compound eyes. Key technologies to be overcome include lightweight design of the acoustic-optical reconnaissance payload structure, dynamic visual image stitching and autonomous target recognition, acquisition and processing of characteristic acoustic information from combat weapons, acoustic-optical information fusion, and adaptation of the acoustic-optical reconnaissance payload to unmanned combat platforms. This will solve the problems of difficulty in detecting and identifying concealed, lurking, and camouflaged targets during combat, and enhance our ability to accurately perceive and predict battlefield situations. The technology maturity level has reached 4.

[0057] See some possible implementations. Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the fields of view of the cameras 22 on adjacent camera devices 2 overlap. The horizontal field of view acquired by each camera device 2 is not less than 180°.

[0058] The optical detection component is an optical compound eye used for visual information acquisition and transmission. It consists of a control component or other control system for visual image stitching, visual information processing, visible target recognition, and positioning, aiming to fully obtain and effectively process the image information of the target being measured. The visual image stitching mainly studies the stitching of images output from multiple camera devices 2 to form a wide-angle image with a 180° field of view. This allows for the display, recognition, and positioning of the target being measured within a single image, while also facilitating user observation.

[0059] The optical detection and control components primarily identify and classify the target based on the established dataset. The main research focuses on locating the target within the field of view using image information and based on the principle of binocular vision.

[0060] See some possible implementations. Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the carrier part 21 includes an upper side plate 211 and a lower side plate 212. The upper side plate 211 and the lower side plate 212 are connected and have an included angle. A camera 22 is provided on both the upper side plate 211 and the lower side plate 212. The shooting fields of view of the camera 22 on the upper side plate 211 and the camera 22 on the lower side plate 212 overlap. The total vertical field of view angle of the camera 22 on the upper side plate 211 and the camera 22 on the lower side plate 212 is 45° to 110°.

[0061] Optionally, the housing includes a top plate 11 and a bottom plate 12, which are spaced apart. Each of the camera devices 2 is disposed between the top plate 11 and the bottom plate 12. A bracket 91 can be connected to the bottom plate 12. A cavity is formed between the top plate 11, the bottom plate 12, and each of the camera devices 2. The control assembly is disposed within the cavity. A heat dissipation slit is formed between adjacent camera devices 2, communicating with the cavity, to facilitate heat dissipation of the internal structure of the housing.

[0062] See some possible implementations. Figure 2 and Figure 4 As shown, the acoustic detection component 3 includes multiple acoustic sensors 31, each of which is disposed on the top plate 11. In this embodiment, the acoustic sensors 31 constitute an acoustic detection array, which can be used to collect sounds from different spatial directions. After the acoustic sensors 31 are arranged according to specified requirements, the location of the sound source can be obtained by adding a corresponding algorithm (arrangement + algorithm).

[0063] This application also provides a method for controlling a reconnaissance system, including:

[0064] The control component controls the optical detection component and the acoustic detection component 3 to start working respectively. The optical detection component detects the optical position coordinates of the target object, and the acoustic detection component 3 detects the acoustic position coordinates of the target object. It should be noted that the optical position coordinates are the coordinates of the target object detected by the optical detection component, and the acoustic position coordinates are the coordinates of the target object detected by the acoustic detection component 3.

[0065] The control components determine the calculation coefficients for the optical and acoustic position coordinates, respectively.

[0066] The control component determines the final coordinates of the target object based on the optical position coordinates, acoustic position coordinates, and the calculated coefficients of the optical and acoustic position coordinates.

[0067] For example, by multiplying the optical position coordinates by the corresponding coefficient, multiplying the acoustic position coordinates by the corresponding coefficient, and then fusing the two multiplied coordinates, the final coordinates of the target object can be obtained.

[0068] Specifically, the final X-axis coordinates of the target object can be obtained by multiplying the X-axis coordinate of the optical position by the corresponding coefficient and then adding the X-axis coordinate of the acoustic position by the corresponding coefficient. The final Y-axis and Z-axis coordinates of the target object can be obtained in the same way.

[0069] In some possible implementations, the control component receives control commands to determine the calculation coefficients for the optical and acoustic position coordinates. For example, the operator can manually set the coefficients based on weather conditions. When the weather is clear and visibility is high, the calculation coefficient for the optical position coordinates can be increased, and the calculation coefficient for the acoustic position coordinates can be decreased. When visibility is low (such as at night, in foggy weather, etc.), the calculation coefficient for the optical position coordinates can be decreased, and the calculation coefficient for the acoustic position coordinates can be increased. When the optical detection component does not detect the target, the calculation coefficient for the optical position coordinates can be set to zero.

[0070] The control components can also determine the calculation coefficients for optical and acoustic position coordinates based on the clarity of the detected target. For example, the reconnaissance system can detect the clarity of the captured target and set the calculation coefficients for the optical position coordinates accordingly. When visibility is low (such as at night, in foggy weather, etc.), the clarity of the captured target is low, and the calculation coefficients for the optical position coordinates can be adaptively reduced while the calculation coefficients for the acoustic position coordinates are increased. When the optical detection component does not detect the target, the calculation coefficients for the optical position coordinates can be set to 0, and the target's position is mainly determined by the acoustic detection component 3. In this case, the sum of the calculation coefficients for the optical and acoustic position coordinates is 1.

[0071] The working mode of the reconnaissance system e in this application is mainly for two types of situations. First, the optical detection component can quickly detect the target within a 180° field of view in front. In this case, the optical detection component is mainly used for detection. Second, it is for targets that are concealed (behind the inner wall of a building), dimly lit (at night or in environments with poor lighting), obscured (behind fortifications and bunkers), and camouflaged (camouflaged equipment). These types of targets are not easily detected by light, but can be detected and located by the acoustic signals generated during the firing of their weapons. In this case, the acoustic detection component 3 is mainly used for detection and location.

[0072] Example 3

[0073] See Figures 2 to 7 As shown in the embodiment of this application, the compound eye reconnaissance system e is further described in detail, comprising: a housing, an optical detection component, an acoustic detection component 3, and a driving mechanism. The optical detection component is disposed in the housing and includes multiple camera devices 2 arranged sequentially along the circumference of the housing. Each camera device 2 includes an upper side plate 211 and a lower side plate 212, with a plurality of cameras 22 respectively disposed on the upper side plate 211 and the lower side plate 212. The optical detection component is used to detect the optical position coordinates of a target object. The acoustic detection component 3 is disposed in the housing and includes multiple acoustic sensors 31. The acoustic detection component 3 is used to detect the acoustic position coordinates of a target object. The driving mechanism is disposed in the housing and is in transmission cooperation with the acoustic detection component 3, adjusting the movement and position of each acoustic sensor 31 of the acoustic detection component 3.

[0074] In this embodiment, the drive mechanism can adjust the position of each acoustic sensor 31, increase or decrease the spacing between each acoustic sensor 31, thereby adjusting the detection and positioning accuracy of the acoustic detection component 3 and improving the positioning reliability.

[0075] In some possible implementations, the housing has a top plate 11 with multiple sliding guides 111 on it. At least some of the acoustic sensors 31 are slidably connected to the corresponding sliding guides 111. The drive mechanism has multiple movable push rods 54, each connected to a corresponding acoustic sensor 31. The drive mechanism adjusts the tilt angle of each movable push rod 54 to drive each acoustic sensor 31 to slide along the corresponding sliding guide 111, thereby adjusting the position of the corresponding acoustic sensor 31. The greater the spacing between the acoustic sensors 31, the higher the detection and positioning accuracy.

[0076] Each movable push rod 54 is positioned to avoid interference with the camera device 2. The movable push rod 54 can extend to the gap between two adjacent camera devices 2, or the length of the movable push rod 54 can be appropriately shortened to avoid interference between the movable push rod 54 and the camera device 2.

[0077] The driving mechanism includes a fixed base 55 disposed within the cavity of the housing. The fixed base 55 is in a constant position and is fixed relative to the base plate 12. Movable push rods 54 are sequentially spaced along the circumference of the fixed base 55. One end of each movable push rod 54 is hinged to the fixed base 55, and the other end is movably connected to a corresponding acoustic sensor 31. The driving mechanism is connected to the top plate 11 to drive the top plate 11 closer to or further away from the fixed base 55, thereby adjusting the tilt angle of the movable push rod 54 and causing it to push against and slide the acoustic sensor 31.

[0078] Each of the sliding guide portions 111 extends radially outwards from the position where the fixed seat 55 is projected onto the top plate 11 as the center. When each acoustic sensor 31 moves away from the center, the spacing between each acoustic sensor 31 increases, and the positioning accuracy of the acoustic detection assembly 3 (which can be a microphone array) is improved.

[0079] The sliding guide 111 may include a slit groove disposed on the top plate 11, and the acoustic sensor 31 is disposed through the slit groove. A hinge seat is disposed on one side of the acoustic sensor 31 inside the housing. The movable push rod 54 is hinged to the hinge seat. It should be noted that each acoustic sensor 31 can slide along the slit groove, but will not disengage from the slit groove.

[0080] In some possible implementations, the driving mechanism includes a drive rod 51. A threaded groove is provided on the top plate 11. The drive rod 51 is rotatably connected to the housing (e.g., connected to the bottom plate 12), and the drive rod 51 has a threaded section that passes through and is threaded into the threaded groove. Rotation of the drive rod 51 drives the top plate 11 to move up and down, adjusting the top plate 11 towards or away from the fixed seat 55. In this implementation, the principle of a lead screw and nut is used to drive the up and down movement of the top plate 11. The bottom plate 12 is fixed in position, and the up and down movement of the top plate 11 relative to the bottom plate 12 can be adjusted using the lead screw and nut principle. See also... Figure 4 As shown, in order to precisely adjust the relative movement of the top plate 11 and the bottom plate 12, multiple guide cylinders can be vertically arranged on one of the top plate 11 and the bottom plate 12, and multiple guide shafts can be vertically arranged on the other. The guide shafts are inserted into the guide cylinders. The guide cylinders and guide shafts can be located in the gap between two adjacent camera devices 2, without interfering with the setting of the camera devices 2.

[0081] See some possible implementations. Figure 5As shown, the fixed seat 55 is annular and rotatably fitted onto the drive rod 51. Limiting portions (not shown) are provided at both ends of the drive rod 51 near the fixed seat 55 to restrict the fixed seat 55 from sliding along the drive rod 51. Under the limiting action of the two limiting portions, the height of the fixed seat 55 remains unchanged. An annular groove can be provided on the fixed rod, and the fixed seat 55 can be connected to the annular groove; the sidewalls on both sides of the annular groove serve as the limiting portions. The fixed seat 55 can be constructed from two detachably connected semi-annular bodies for easy connection to the drive rod 51. Under the limiting action of each movable push rod 54, the fixed seat 55 will not rotate around the drive rod 51. A bearing can be provided between the fixed seat 55 and the drive rod 51.

[0082] The bottom plate 12 is connected to a bottom shell 14 on the side opposite to the top plate 11, and a receiving cavity is formed between the bottom shell 14 and the bottom plate 12. The driving mechanism includes a driving assembly, which is at least partially disposed in the receiving cavity. The driving assembly is tractively connected to the driving rod 51 to drive the driving rod 51 to rotate forward / reverse.

[0083] In some possible implementations, the drive assembly includes a first motor 52 and a gear train 53. The gear train 53 is disposed within the receiving cavity, with each gear of the gear train 53 arranged sequentially and adjacent gears meshing. A gear at one end of the gear train 53 is connected to the drive rod 51, and the first motor 52 is connected to a gear at the other end of the gear train 53.

[0084] Example 4

[0085] See Figures 1 to 8 As shown, this application provides a further detailed description of the compound eye reconnaissance system. The weapon system includes: a carrier device 6, a compound eye reconnaissance system, a portable weapon tactical device 7, and an integrated control terminal 8. The compound eye reconnaissance system includes a housing, an optical detection component, an acoustic detection component 3, and a control component. The housing is disposed on the carrier device 6. The optical detection component is disposed on the housing and includes multiple camera devices 2 arranged sequentially along the circumference of the housing. The optical detection component is used to detect the optical position coordinates of a target. The acoustic detection component 3 is disposed on the housing and is used to detect the acoustic position coordinates of the target. The control component is disposed on the housing and is electrically connected to both the optical detection component and the acoustic detection component 3, used to determine the final coordinates of the target based on the optical and acoustic position coordinates. The portable weapon tactical device 7 is communicatively connected to the reconnaissance system 6. The integrated control terminal 8 is communicatively connected to both the reconnaissance system 6 and the portable weapon tactical device 7.

[0086] When the portable weapon system 7 is remotely controlled, an intelligent integrated control terminal 8 can be selected. During information transmission, the portable weapon system 7 uses a network radio to send relevant information to the integrated control terminal 8 in real time. Based on this, the information transmission between the reconnaissance system e and the portable weapon system 7 can adopt a network cable transmission mode. An external router can be added to connect the reconnaissance system e, the portable weapon system 7, and the data transmission radio. The reconnaissance system e sends information to the portable weapon system 7, which is then identified by the processing system and sent to the integrated control terminal 8 in real time, informing the operator of the battlefield situation.

[0087] After the portable weapon system 7 is deployed, the reconnaissance system e is deployed nearby and adjusted for operation before commencing work. The reconnaissance system e of this application operates primarily in two modes: first, when the optical detection component can quickly detect targets within a 180° frontal field of view, detection is mainly performed using the optical detection component; second, when targeting concealed (behind building walls), dimly lit (at night or in environments with poor lighting), obscured (behind fortifications), or camouflaged (camouflaged equipment) targets, which are optically difficult to detect but can be detected and located using the acoustic signals generated during weapon firing, detection and location are primarily performed using the acoustic detection component 3.

[0088] The portable weapon system 7 can include a 5.8mm machine gun. During use, the portable weapon system 7 is first deployed and fixed at a location on the battlefield for situational observation. The operator observes from the rear via an integrated control terminal 8 display device. Once a target is detected, the operator can confirm the target information on the integrated control terminal 8. After confirmation, a remote firing command is sent to complete the firing operation.

[0089] The support device 6 can be a tripod or a trolley for easy movement. For example, the support device 6 has a walking mechanism. The reconnaissance system is detachably connected to the vehicle body.

[0090] See Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, the compound eye reconnaissance system e may include a mounting plate 15, the housing is connected to the mounting plate 15, a locking mechanism is provided on the mounting plate 15, and a locking engagement part 61 is provided on the supporting device 6. When the reconnaissance system and the supporting device 6 are connected, the mounting plate 15 is fitted against the supporting device 6, and the locking mechanism and the locking engagement part 61 are locked together.

[0091] The locking engagement part 61 has multiple locking engagement sleeves, each of which is disposed on the supporting device 6. The locking mechanism includes a first gear 161, a second gear 162, a first directional rack 163, and a second directional rack 164. Both the first and second directional racks are slidably connected to the mounting plate 15, and are perpendicular to each other. Both the first gear 161 and the second gear 162 are rotatably disposed on the mounting plate 15. The first gear 161 meshes with the first directional rack, and the second gear 162 meshes with the second directional rack. Rotation of the first gear 161 causes the first directional rack 163 to engage with the corresponding locking engagement sleeve. Rotation of the second gear 162 causes the second directional rack 164 to engage with the corresponding locking engagement sleeve.

[0092] Optionally, the mounting plate 15 has a first protrusion and a second protrusion. A first connecting seat is provided at the end of the first protrusion, and a second connecting seat is provided at the end of the second protrusion. The first and second connecting seats are at different distances from the mounting plate 15. The first directional rack 163 is slidably connected to the first connecting seat, and the second directional rack 164 is slidably connected to the second connecting seat. The first and second directional racks are vertically offset and do not interfere with each other.

[0093] The first gear 161 and the second gear 162 are arranged sequentially along the thickness direction of the mounting plate 15, and the rotation axes of the first gear 161 and the second gear 162 are collinear and perpendicular to the mounting plate 15.

[0094] The compound eye reconnaissance system e includes two first-direction racks 163 and two second-direction racks 164. The two first-direction racks 163 are parallel and spaced apart. The two second-direction racks 164 are parallel and spaced apart. A first gear 161 is located between the two first-direction racks 163 and meshes with each of the two first-direction racks 163. A second gear 162 is located between the two second-direction racks 164 and meshes with each of the two second-direction racks 164.

[0095] Optionally, see Figure 4 , Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, the housing is provided with a guide sleeve b and a lead screw nut 1610. A guide post c is provided on the mounting plate 15, and a lead screw 167 is rotatably mounted on the mounting plate 15. The guide sleeve b is fitted onto the guide post c, and the lead screw 167 is threadedly connected to the lead screw nut 1610. Rotation of the lead screw 167 drives the housing to move up and down.

[0096] See Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, the reconnaissance system e includes a second motor 165, which is mounted on the mounting plate 15. The output shaft of the second motor 165 is connected to a third gear 166. A fourth gear 168 is mounted on the lead screw 167, and the rotation axes of the third gear 166 and the fourth gear 168 are perpendicular to each other. A drive rack 169 is slidably connected to the mounting plate 15. The drive rack 169 meshes with both the third gear 166 and the fourth gear 168.

[0097] The first gear 161, the second gear 162, and the fourth gear 168 are connected and rotate synchronously. It should be noted that when the reconnaissance system needs to be quickly assembled onto the carrier device 6, the second motor 165 can be controlled to rotate, driving the first gear 161, the second gear 162, and the fourth gear 168 to rotate, adjusting the retraction of the first directional rack 163 and the second directional rack 164. Then, the second motor 165 can be controlled to rotate in the opposite direction, causing the first directional rack 163 and the second directional rack 164 to extend and insert into their respective locking sleeves. Afterward, the second motor 165 can be controlled to rotate in either the forward or reverse direction. Provided that the first directional rack 163 and the second directional rack 164 do not disengage from the locking sleeves, the fourth gear 168 can be driven to rotate the lead screw 167, thereby fine-tuning the height of the housing. Operators can make adaptive adjustments according to actual needs.

[0098] The foregoing disclosure provides many different embodiments or examples for implementing different structures of this application. To simplify the disclosure, specific examples of components and arrangements are described above. Of course, these are merely examples and are not intended to limit the scope of this application. Furthermore, reference numerals and / or letters may be repeated in different examples; such repetition is for simplification and clarity and does not in itself indicate a relationship between the various embodiments and / or arrangements discussed. In addition, examples of various specific processes and materials are provided in this application, but those skilled in the art will recognize the application of other processes and / or the use of other materials.

[0099] Although preferred embodiments of this application have been described, those skilled in the art, upon learning the basic inventive concept, can make other changes and modifications to these embodiments. Therefore, the appended claims are intended to be interpreted as including the preferred embodiments as well as all changes and modifications falling within the scope of this application.

[0100] Obviously, those skilled in the art can make various modifications and variations to this application without departing from the spirit and scope of this application. Therefore, if such modifications and variations fall within the scope of the claims of this application and their equivalents, this application also intends to include such modifications and variations.

Claims

1. An eye spy system comprising: include: case; An optical detection assembly includes multiple camera devices arranged sequentially along the circumference of a housing. Each camera device includes multiple carrier sections, each carrier section having a plurality of cameras. The camera devices are rotatably mounted on the housing. Each carrier section is arranged sequentially along the circumference of the camera device's rotation axis. The camera device can be rotated so that any one of the carrier sections is exposed outside the housing. Different carrier sections have different camera types and / or parameters. Each carrier section includes an upper side plate and a lower side plate connected to each other. An angle exists between the upper and lower side plates. Cameras are mounted on both the upper and lower side plates. The fields of view of the cameras on the upper and lower side plates overlap. The total vertical field of view angle of the cameras on the upper and lower side plates is 45° to 110°. A bracket is connected to a housing. A rotating shaft is provided on the bracket. Each of the carrier parts of the camera device surrounds and forms a cavity. The rotating shaft extends into the cavity and is connected to each of the carrier parts. The rotation of the rotating shaft drives each of the carrier parts to rotate.

2. The compound eye reconnaissance system according to claim 1, characterized in that The focal lengths of the cameras on different carrier parts of the same imaging device are different.

3. The compound eye detection system according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, The same camera device has a visible light camera on one part of the carrier part, an infrared camera on another part of the carrier part, and a visible light camera and an infrared camera on yet another part of the carrier part.

4. The compound eye detection system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The fields of view of adjacent camera devices overlap; The horizontal field of view captured by each of the aforementioned camera devices shall not be less than 180°.

5. The compound eye detection system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The upper and lower side plates of each carrier section are connected to the rotating shaft by support rods.

6. The compound eye detection system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bracket is equipped with a locking mechanism; The locking mechanism is used to lock the rotating shaft to fix the camera device.

7. The compound eye detection system according to claim 6, characterized in that, An adjusting gear is provided on the rotating shaft; The locking mechanism includes a spring and a pin slidably connected to the bracket. The pin is slidably connected to the bracket, and the spring is sleeved on the pin. The two ends of the spring abut against the pin and the bracket respectively, so that the end of the pin is inserted into the tooth groove of the adjusting gear.

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