Air-ground cooperative rescue robot

Abstract

The invention discloses an air-ground cooperation type rescue robot, and relates to the field of specialized robots, the air-ground cooperation type rescue robot comprises a flight module, a walking module and a control module, the walking module comprises two groups of walking feet, the walking feet are composed of a plurality of electric joints capable of rotating with multiple degrees of freedom, and a plurality of driving wheels are arranged at the bottoms of the walking feet; a material supporting disc used for transporting objects is arranged on a joint in the middle of the walking foot, and mounting supports used for being detachably connected with the material supporting disc are arranged on the two sides of the bottom of the flight module. The ground robot and the air robot can coordinate with each other in a task, the ground robot can collect environment information, perform ground search and material transportation and transmit the environment information to the air unmanned aerial vehicle, and the unmanned aerial vehicle can provide a real-time high-altitude view angle and can adjust the shape according to environment conditions and task requirements on the ground through a deformable design. This flexibility enables it to perform various tasks in complex and dynamic rescue environments.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of special robots, specifically to a land-air collaborative rescue robot. Background Technology

[0002] Artificial intelligence technology comprises different fields, such as machine learning and computer vision. It not only enables machines to perform complex tasks that usually require human intelligence, but more importantly, it enables them to perform risky tasks that humans cannot perform or that are dangerous. Disaster relief is one such task where artificial intelligence technology needs to be widely applied, as it is difficult for humans to perform these tasks personally. The application of artificial intelligence technology in the field of emergency relief and disaster relief is of great significance.

[0003] Rescue robots are widely used in emergency rescue and disaster relief. Currently, common rescue robots generally fall into two categories: ground robots and aerial drones. Ground robots typically have wheeled or tracked mobility and are suitable for complex terrains (such as rubble and debris). They are equipped with cameras and sensors for environmental detection and data collection. Aerial drones can conduct aerial reconnaissance, quickly acquiring panoramic images of the disaster area. These drones typically carry high-definition cameras, thermal imagers, sensors, and GPS systems, enabling them to rapidly assess the disaster situation.

[0004] In order to better scout the disaster area during rescue operations, amphibious robots are generally used. However, when used on the ground, the robot's flight mechanism can cause some trouble for the robot's movement and also waste the aerial reconnaissance function of the flying robot. Summary of the Invention

[0005] In view of this, the purpose of the present invention is to provide a land-air collaborative rescue robot.

[0006] This invention provides a land-air collaborative rescue robot using the following technical solution:

[0007] A land-air collaborative rescue robot includes a flight module, a walking module, and a control module. The walking module includes two sets of walking legs, each consisting of multiple electrically operated joints capable of rotating with multiple degrees of freedom. Multiple drive wheels are provided at the bottom of each walking leg. A material tray for transporting goods is provided on the joint in the middle of each walking leg. Mounting brackets for detachable connection to the material tray are provided on both sides of the bottom of the flight module.

[0008] Furthermore, a detachable connecting bracket is provided between the material trays on the two walking feet.

[0009] Furthermore, one end of the connecting bracket is detachably connected to one of the material trays, and the other end of the connecting bracket is connected to another material tray via a hinge. The connecting bracket can be folded onto the material tray via the hinge.

[0010] Furthermore, the connecting bracket is retractable.

[0011] Furthermore, each of the two sets of walking feet is provided with a connecting part at its end, which is used to connect the ends of the two sets of walking feet together to form a serpentine state.

[0012] Furthermore, the bottom of the connecting bracket is provided with a connecting block, and the side of the material tray is provided with a slot for the connecting block to be engaged. The connecting bracket can be driven to allow the connecting block to be inserted into or disengaged from the slot.

[0013] Furthermore, the connecting block is trapezoidal in shape, and the slot is a trapezoidal slot that matches the connecting block.

[0014] In summary, the present invention has at least one of the following beneficial effects: ground and air robots can coordinate with each other in missions; ground robots can collect environmental information, conduct ground searches and transport supplies, and transmit this information to airborne drones; while drones can provide a real-time high-altitude perspective. The deformable design allows the robots to adjust their shape according to environmental conditions and mission requirements, and this flexibility enables them to perform various tasks in complex and dynamic rescue environments. Attached Figure Description

[0015] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an embodiment of the present invention;

[0016] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Enlarged view of section A;

[0017] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of structural deformation according to an embodiment of the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0018] The following specific examples illustrate the implementation of the present invention. Those skilled in the art can easily understand other advantages and effects of the present invention from the content disclosed in this specification. The present invention can also be implemented or applied through other different specific embodiments, and various details in this specification can also be modified or changed based on different viewpoints and applications without departing from the spirit of the present invention.

[0019] The following is in conjunction with the appendix Figure 1-3 The present invention will be described in further detail below.

[0020] This invention discloses a land-air collaborative rescue robot. (Refer to...) Figures 1-3 The land-air collaborative rescue robot includes a flight module 1, a walking module, and a control module. The walking module includes two sets of walking legs 2, each consisting of multiple electrically operated joints capable of multi-degree-of-freedom rotation. Multiple drive wheels 21 are located at the bottom of each walking leg 2. A pallet 3 for transporting goods is mounted on the joint in the middle of each walking leg 2. Mounting brackets 4 are located on both sides of the bottom of the flight module 1 for detachable connection to the pallet 3. The flight module 1 is a drone. The flight module 1, via the mounting brackets 4, can transport the walking module to the target location and detach it for placement on the ground. A wireless communication system is established between the flight module 1 and the walking module to ensure communication between them. To exchange location information, sensor data, and command instructions, and to pre-determine collaboration strategies based on the nature of the task, both parties should share information in real time. All these activities require a unified back-end command center or cloud service platform for coordination and supervision to ensure that the task proceeds as planned, while being ready to intervene and handle emergencies at any time. The control module includes a main controller and multiple sub-controllers. The main controller distributes instructions to each sub-controller. The sub-controllers can control the walking module to move through the drive wheels 21 and control the electric joints. The walking feet 2 are equipped with various sensors, such as cameras, lidar, infrared sensors, etc. These sensors can help the robot perceive the surrounding environment and adjust the movement path as needed.

[0021] In this embodiment, a detachable connecting bracket 5 is provided between the material trays 3 on the two walking feet 2. The connecting bracket 5 and the material trays 3 cooperate to place items and transport the items.

[0022] In this embodiment, one end of the connecting bracket 5 is detachably connected to one of the material trays 3, and the other end of the connecting bracket 5 is connected to another material tray 3 via a hinge. The connecting bracket 5 can be folded onto the material tray 3 via the hinge. The sub-controller can control the connecting bracket 5 to detach from one of the material trays 3 and fold it upward onto the material tray 3 via the hinge, so that the two walking feet 2 can separate and move independently.

[0023] In this embodiment, the connecting bracket 5 is telescopic. By controlling the telescopic extension of the connecting bracket 5, the distance between the two walking feet 2 can be controlled. At the same time, the connecting bracket 5 can be controlled according to the size of the items to be transported, so that the connecting bracket 5 and the pallet 3 can transport items better.

[0024] In this embodiment, each of the two sets of walking feet 2 is provided with a connecting part 22. The connecting part 22 is used to connect the ends of the two sets of walking feet 2 together to form a snake-like state. The connecting part 22 adopts a James hook design. After the connecting bracket 5 is detached, the connecting parts 22 at the ends of the two walking feet 2 can be connected together to form a snake-like structure. By controlling the rotation of each joint, the serpentine movement of a snake can be simulated.

[0025] In this embodiment, the bottom of the connecting bracket 5 is provided with a connecting block 51, and the side of the material tray 3 is provided with a slot 31 for the connecting block 51 to be inserted. The connecting bracket 5 can be driven to insert the connecting block 51 into the slot 51 or to disengage it from the slot 51. The connecting bracket 5 is composed of multiple joints, and the connecting block 51 can be disengaged from the slot 51 by controlling the connecting bracket 5.

[0026] In this embodiment, the connecting block 51 is trapezoidal, and the slot 51 is a trapezoidal slot that matches the connecting block 51. By controlling the connecting bracket 5 to swing to both sides, the connecting block 51 can be disengaged from the slot 51.

[0027] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present invention and are not intended to limit it. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications or equivalent substitutions can be made to the technical solutions of the present invention without departing from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the present invention, and all such modifications or substitutions should be covered within the scope of the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. A land-air collaborative rescue robot, characterized in that: The invention comprises a flight module (1), a walking module and a control module, wherein the walking module comprises two groups of walking feet (2), the walking feet (2) are composed of a plurality of electric joints capable of rotating with multiple degrees of freedom, a plurality of driving wheels (21) are arranged at the bottom of the walking feet (2), a material tray (3) for transporting articles is arranged on the joints at the middle position of the walking feet (2), and mounting brackets (4) for detachably connecting to the material tray (3) are arranged on both sides of the bottom of the flight module (1).

2. The land-air collaborative rescue robot according to claim 1, characterized in that: A detachable connecting bracket (5) is provided between the supporting trays (3) on the two walking feet (2).

3. The land-air collaborative rescue robot according to claim 2, characterized in that: One end of the connecting bracket (5) is detachably connected to one of the supporting trays (3), and the other end of the connecting bracket (5) is connected to the other supporting tray (3) via a hinge. The connecting bracket (5) can be folded onto the supporting tray (3) via the hinge.

4. The land-air collaborative rescue robot according to claim 3, characterized in that: The connecting bracket (5) can be telescopically arranged.

5. The land-air collaborative rescue robot according to claim 2, characterized in that: The ends of the two groups of walking feet (2) are both provided with connecting parts (22), and the connecting parts (22) are used to connect the ends of the two groups of walking feet (2) together to form a serpentine state.

6. The land-air collaborative rescue robot according to claim 1, characterized in that: A connecting block (51) is provided at the bottom of the connecting bracket (5), and a slot (31) for the connecting block (51) to be inserted is provided on the side of the supporting tray (3), and the connecting bracket (5) can be driven to insert the connecting block (51) into the slot (51) or to disengage from the slot (51).

7. The land-air cooperative rescue robot according to claim 6, characterized in that: The connecting card block (51) is arranged in a trapezoidal shape, and the card slot (51) is a trapezoidal slot matching the connecting card block (51).

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