Protection assembly, guide piece, protection mechanism, unmanned aerial vehicle hangar and vehicle

By designing the protection components for the drone hangar, the mobility of guides and protection mechanisms is used to achieve the connection or separation of the gimbal, the risk of gimbal damage caused by the drone hangar under vibration and impact on the vehicle is solved, and efficient and low-cost protection effect is achieved.

CN119749933APending Publication Date: 2025-04-04BYD CO LTD

Patent Information

Application Number
CN202510038469.2
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-01-08
Publication Date
2025-04-04

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Technical Problem

When installed on a vehicle, the drone hangar faces vibration and impact conditions, which increases the risk of gimbal damage. In the prior art, the gimbal protection components that rely on motor control are costly and the control process is complex.

Method used

A protective component is designed, including a guide member and a protection mechanism, which is connected to the lifting device and moves along the guide member, which can be switched between the first and second states, so as to achieve the connection or separation of the protection end and the gimbal without motor control.

Benefits of technology

It realizes effective protection of the gimbal, reduces damage risk, reduces costs, simplifies control processes, and improves operating efficiency and convenience.

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Abstract

The invention relates to a protection assembly, a guide piece, a protection mechanism, an unmanned aerial vehicle hangar and a vehicle, the protection assembly comprises the guide piece and the protection mechanism, the protection mechanism is suitable for being connected with a lifting device and driven by the lifting device to move along the guide piece, the protection mechanism is provided with a first state and a second state, and the protection mechanism comprises a guide end and a protection end; when the guide end moves along the guide piece, the protection end can be driven to move synchronously, so that the protection mechanism can be switched between a first state and a second state. According to the protection assembly, the guide piece is arranged to be matched with the guide end, so that the protection end moves in the set direction of the guide piece, the protection end can be switched between the first state and the second state, state switching of connection or separation of the protection end and a protected target is achieved, and the protection assembly does not need to be controlled and operated by a motor; therefore, the efficiency and the convenience are greatly improved.
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Technical Field

[0001] The present disclosure relates to the technical field of gimbal protection, and in particular, to a protection component, a guide member, a protection mechanism, a drone hangar, and a vehicle. Background Art

[0002] When a drone hangar is installed on a vehicle, it will be exposed to various vibration and impact conditions, which increases the risk of damage to the drone gimbal. In the prior art, drone hangars are usually equipped with gimbal protection components controlled by independent motors. This design uses motors to control the installation and removal process of the gimbal protection component. Although it can provide certain protection, its cost is high and the control process is complicated. Summary of the invention

[0003] The purpose of the present disclosure is to provide a protection component, a guide member, a protection mechanism, a drone hangar and a vehicle to solve the problems in the above-mentioned related technologies.

[0004] In order to achieve the above-mentioned object, one aspect of the present disclosure provides a protection assembly for a drone hangar, the drone hangar comprising a lifting device, and the protection assembly comprising: Guides; A protection mechanism, the protection mechanism is adapted to be connected to the lifting device and driven by the lifting device to move along the guide member, the protection mechanism being provided with a first state and a second state; Wherein, the protection mechanism comprises a guide end and a protection end, and when the guide end moves along the guide member, the protection end can be driven to move synchronously, so that the protection mechanism can be switched between the first state and the second state; In the first state, the protection end is suitable for connecting to a protected target, and in the second state, the protection end is suitable for separating from the protected target.

[0005] Optionally, the guide member is provided with a guide surface, and the guide end is movably matched with the guide surface.

[0006] Optionally, the guide surface includes a first surface and a second surface, the first surface is connected to the second surface, the first surface is set as a straight surface parallel or perpendicular to the horizontal plane, and the second surface is set as an inclined surface at an angle to the horizontal plane; In the first state, the guide end abuts against the first surface, and in the second state, the guide end abuts against the second surface.

[0007] Optionally, the guide member includes a guide block and a mounting seat, the mounting seat is connected to the guide block, and the mounting seat is suitable for being installed in a drone hangar.

[0008] Optionally, a mounting hole is provided on the mounting seat, the mounting hole is suitable for a connecting member to pass through, and the mounting hole is configured as a bar hole or an elliptical hole.

[0009] Optionally, the movement of the protection mechanism along the guide member includes a first stroke and a second stroke, the first stroke is configured as a linear movement, and the second stroke is configured as a flipping movement; The first state corresponds to the first stroke, and the second state corresponds to the second stroke.

[0010] Optionally, the protection assembly further includes a reset member, which is connected to the protection mechanism, and when the protection mechanism moves along the lifting direction relative to the guide member, the reset member is suitable for driving the protection mechanism to move according to the second stroke and be in the second state.

[0011] Optionally, the guide member is provided with a guide surface, and the guide surface includes a first surface and a second surface; the first surface is provided as a straight surface parallel to or perpendicular to a horizontal plane, and the second surface is provided as an inclined surface at an angle to the horizontal plane; In the first stroke, the guide end of the protection mechanism moves along the first surface and drives the protection end of the protection mechanism to move vertically or horizontally, and the first surface restricts the reset member from driving the protection mechanism to perform a flipping movement.

[0012] Optionally, the protection mechanism includes a frame and a base, the frame is rotatably connected to the base, the guide end and the protection end are located on the frame, and the reset member is respectively connected to the frame and the base.

[0013] Optionally, in the first state, the angle between the side of the frame facing the protected target and the horizontal plane is set to a first angle, and in the second state, the angle between the side of the frame facing the protected target and the horizontal plane is set to a second angle, and the angle of the first angle is different from the angle of the second angle.

[0014] Optionally, the reset member is configured as a torsion spring, and the torsion spring has a compression state and a rebound state. In the first stroke, the deformation state of the torsion spring remains unchanged, and in the second stroke, the deformation state of the torsion spring changes.

[0015] Optionally, the protection mechanism also includes a connecting piece, the frame or the base is rotatably connected to the connecting piece, the torsion spring is connected to the connecting piece, the torsion spring is provided with a first connecting head and a second connecting head, the first connecting head is connected to the frame, and the second connecting head is connected to the base.

[0016] Optionally, the connecting member includes a first shaft, the first shaft is connected to the base, the frame is rotatably connected to the first shaft, and the torsion spring is sleeved on the first shaft.

[0017] Optionally, the frame is provided with a first support arm, the first support arm is rotatably connected to the first shaft, and the first connecting head of the torsion spring is connected to the first support arm.

[0018] Optionally, the base is provided with a first connecting hole, and the first shaft is passed through the first connecting hole and is interference fit with the first connecting hole.

[0019] Optionally, a first position-limiting member is provided on the base, and the first position-limiting member is sleeved on the first shaft, and the first position-limiting member is used to limit the movement of the first shaft along the axial direction of the first shaft.

[0020] Optionally, the connecting member further includes a sleeve, the sleeve is sleeved on the first shaft, and the torsion spring is sleeved on the sleeve.

[0021] Optionally, the sleeve is provided with an opening, and in the axial direction of the sleeve, the opening extends from one end of the sleeve to the other end of the sleeve.

[0022] Optionally, a limiting piece is provided on the frame, and a matching piece is provided on the base, and the limiting piece cooperates with the matching piece to limit the stroke length of the frame moving according to the second stroke.

[0023] Optionally, one of the limiting member and the matching member is configured as a protrusion, and the other is configured as a stopper.

[0024] Optionally, the guide end is configured as a rolling portion, and the rolling portion is rollably connected to the guide member.

[0025] Optionally, the rolling portion includes a second shaft and a rotating member, the protective mechanism includes a frame, the second shaft is connected to the frame, the rotating member is rotatably connected to the second shaft, and the rotating member is rotatably connected to the guide member; the guide member is provided with a guide surface, and the outer peripheral surface of the rotating member cooperates with the guide surface.

[0026] Optionally, at least two second arms arranged opposite to each other are provided on the frame, and the second shaft is connected to the second arms.

[0027] Optionally, the second arm is provided with a second connecting hole, and the second shaft is passed through the second connecting hole and is interference fit with the second connecting hole.

[0028] Optionally, a second position-limiting member is provided on the second support arm, and the second position-limiting member is sleeved on the second shaft, and the second position-limiting member is used to limit the movement of the second shaft along the axial direction of the second shaft.

[0029] Optionally, the protection mechanism includes a frame, the protection end is arranged on the frame, and the protection end includes an elastic body.

[0030] Optionally, the frame is provided with a receiving groove, the receiving groove is suitable for receiving the protected object, and the elastic body covers the groove bottom and groove wall of the receiving groove.

[0031] Optionally, the groove walls on both sides of the accommodating groove are provided with limiting openings near one end of the groove opening of the accommodating groove, the limiting openings are suitable for connecting with the shells on both sides of the protected target, and the elastic body covers the limiting openings.

[0032] Optionally, the elastomer includes a first sub-elastic body and a second sub-elastic body, the first sub-elastic body covers the bottom and wall of the accommodating groove, the second sub-elastic body covers the limiting opening, and the second sub-elastic body has a side facing the protected target formed with a plurality of spaced-apart protrusions.

[0033] Optionally, the frame is provided with a first connecting portion, and the elastic body is provided with a second connecting portion, and the first connecting portion and the second connecting portion are detachably connected.

[0034] Optionally, one of the first connection portion and the second connection portion is configured as a protrusion, and the other is configured as a groove or a through hole.

[0035] Optionally, the protrusion comprises a funnel-shaped cylindrical structure, and the groove or the through hole comprises an inverted triangular cone funnel-shaped structure.

[0036] Optionally, the frame is provided with a first limiting portion, the elastic body is provided with a second limiting portion, the first limiting portion and the second limiting portion are connected to each other, the first limiting portion and the second limiting portion limit the relative movement of the elastic body and the frame in a first direction, and the first connecting portion and the second connecting portion limit the relative movement of the elastic body and the frame in a second direction; The first direction intersects with the second direction.

[0037] Optionally, the first connecting portion is located at the bottom of the accommodating groove, and the first limiting portion is located at the wall of the accommodating groove.

[0038] Optionally, one of the first limiting portion and the second limiting portion is configured as a limiting protrusion, and the other is configured as a limiting groove, and the limiting protrusion is inserted into the limiting groove.

[0039] Optionally, the cross-sectional shape of the limiting protrusion and the cross-sectional shape of the limiting groove are both set to be triangular or dovetail.

[0040] A second aspect of the present disclosure also provides a guide member, which includes the above-mentioned guide member.

[0041] A third aspect of the present disclosure further provides a protection mechanism, which includes the above-mentioned protection mechanism.

[0042] The fourth aspect of the present disclosure also provides a drone hangar, comprising a lifting device and the above-mentioned protection assembly, wherein the protection mechanism is connected to the lifting device.

[0043] Optionally, the drone hangar also includes a base, the lifting device is connected to the base, and the guide member is connected to the base.

[0044] Optionally, the protected target is a gimbal of a drone, and in the first state, the protective end cover is disposed on the gimbal.

[0045] The fifth aspect of the present disclosure also provides a vehicle, including the above-mentioned protection component, or including the above-mentioned drone hangar.

[0046] The above technical solution, through the set guide and protection mechanism, the protection mechanism is suitable for connecting with the lifting device, and is driven by the lifting device to move along the guide. The guide end of the protection mechanism cooperates with the guide to achieve guidance, and the guide end can drive the protection end to move, so that the protection end and the guide end can move synchronously, so that the protection end moves along the set direction of the guide, so that the protection mechanism can switch between the first state and the second state, that is, the protection end can switch between the state of connection or separation with the protected target as driven by the lifting device, and the protected target can be a pan-tilt head, so that according to whether the device with the pan-tilt head needs to be used, a linkage effect can be generated during the pick-up and placement process of the device, and the pick-up and placement operation of the device makes the position of the protection end follow the adjustment, so as to achieve the state switching of the connection or separation between the protection end and the pan-tilt head, and the motor control operation protection component is not required, thereby greatly saving costs and improving efficiency and convenience.

[0047] Other features and advantages of the present disclosure will be described in detail in the following detailed description. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0048] The accompanying drawings are used to provide a further understanding of the present disclosure and constitute a part of the specification. Together with the following specific embodiments, they are used to explain the present disclosure but do not constitute a limitation of the present disclosure. In the accompanying drawings: Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the structure of a protection component according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0049] Figure 2 It is a structural schematic diagram of a protection mechanism according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0050] Figure 3 This is an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 2 A magnified schematic diagram of position A in the middle.

[0051] Figure 4 This is an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 2 A magnified schematic diagram of position B in the middle.

[0052] Figure 5 It is a schematic structural diagram of a frame according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0053] Figure 6 It is a schematic diagram of the structure of an elastomer according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0054] Figure 7 It is a schematic structural diagram of a base according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0055] Figure 8 It is a structural schematic diagram of a guide member of an embodiment of the present invention from one perspective.

[0056] Fig. 9 It is a structural schematic diagram of a guide member of an embodiment of the present invention from another perspective.

[0057] Fig.10 It is a schematic structural diagram of a sleeve according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0058] Fig.11 It is a schematic structural diagram of a torsion spring according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0059] Fig.12 It is a schematic diagram of the partial structure of a drone hangar according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0060] Fig.13 This is an embodiment of the present disclosure. Fig.12 Enlarged schematic diagram of the C position in the middle.

[0061] Fig.14 It is a structural schematic diagram of a drone hangar when the protection component of an embodiment of the present invention is in a second state.

[0062] Fig.15 This is an embodiment of the present disclosure. Fig.14 Enlarged schematic diagram of position D in the middle.

[0063] Fig.16 It is a structural schematic diagram of a drone hangar when the protection component of an embodiment of the present invention is in a first state.

[0064] Fig.17 This is an embodiment of the present disclosure. Fig.16 Enlarged schematic diagram of position E in the middle.

[0065] Description of Reference Numerals 1. guide member, 11. guide surface, 111. first surface, 112. second surface, 12. guide block, 13. mounting seat, 14. mounting hole; 2. Protection agencies; 21, frame, 211, first arm, 212, limiting member, 213, second arm, 214, second connecting hole, 215, second protrusion, 216, second limiting member, 217, first connecting portion, 218, first limiting portion; 22. base, 221. first connecting hole, 222. first protrusion, 223. first stopper, 224. matching member; 23, first angle, 24, second angle; 25. rolling part, 251. second shaft, 252. rotating part; 26, elastic body, 261, first sub-elastic body, 262, second sub-elastic body, 263, raised portion, 264, second connecting portion, 265, second limiting portion; 27, receiving groove, 271, limiting opening; 3. Protected institutions; 4. reset member, 41. torsion spring, 42. first connector, 43. second connector; 5. Connecting member, 51. First shaft, 52. Sleeve, 53. Opening; 6. Lifting device, 61. Base. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0066] The specific implementation of the present disclosure is described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. It should be understood that the specific implementation described herein is only used to illustrate and explain the present disclosure, and is not used to limit the present disclosure.

[0067] In the present disclosure, unless otherwise stated, directional words such as "up, down, left, right" are generally defined by the directions of the drawing planes of the accompanying drawings, with the first direction being the vertical direction and the second direction being the horizontal direction, see Figure 2 , "inside" and "outside" refer to the inside and outside of the relevant parts. In addition, the terms "first", "second", etc. are only used to distinguish and describe, and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0068] In the description of the present disclosure, it is also necessary to explain that, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the terms "disposed" and "connected" should be understood in a broad sense, for example, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection, it can be a direct connection, it can be indirectly connected through an intermediate medium, and it can be the internal communication of two elements. For ordinary technicians in this field, the specific meanings of the above terms in the present disclosure can be understood according to specific circumstances.

[0069] The gimbal is a supporting device that can ensure the stability of the camera's shooting and adjust the shooting angle, so that the gimbal can achieve movement at different angles. When not shooting, or when the drone hangar is installed on a vehicle, it will face various vibrations and impact conditions, which increases the risk of damage to the drone gimbal. Therefore, protective components are often used to protect the gimbal.

[0070] In the prior art, drone hangars are usually equipped with gimbal protection components controlled by independent motors. This design uses motors to control the installation and removal process of the gimbal protection components. Although it can provide certain protection, its cost is high and the control process is complicated. Especially when the drone is landing or taking off, it is necessary to install or remove the protection components. Drones often need to take off or land, resulting in the need to repeatedly install or remove the protection components, which is very inconvenient and inefficient.

[0071] For this reason, Figure 1-Figure 17 As shown, one aspect of the present disclosure provides a protection assembly for a drone hangar, the drone hangar includes a lifting device 6, and the protection assembly includes a guide member 1 and a protection mechanism 2. The protection mechanism 2 is suitable for connecting with the lifting device 6 and being driven by the lifting device 6 to move along the guide member 1, and the protection mechanism 2 is provided with a first state and a second state.

[0072] Among them, the protection mechanism 2 includes a guide end and a protection end, the guide end is movably arranged on the guide member 1, and when the guide end moves along the guide member 1, it can drive the protection end to move synchronously, so that the protection mechanism 2 can switch between the first state and the second state.

[0073] Among them, the protection end of the protection mechanism 2 can be connected to or separated from the protected target 3. When the protection end is connected to the protected target 3, the protection of the protected target 3 is achieved. When the protection end is separated from the protected target 3, the protected target 3 can be used.

[0074] In the first state, the protection end is suitable for connecting with the protected object 3, and in the second state, the protection end is suitable for separating from the protected object 3. The protected object 3 may be a pan / tilt platform.

[0075] In the above technical solution, the protection mechanism 2 is suitable for connecting with the lifting device 6 and being driven by the lifting device 6 to move along the guide member 1 by means of the guide member 1 and the guide end of the protection mechanism 2. The guide end of the protection mechanism cooperates with the guide member 1 to realize guidance, and the guide end can drive the protection end to move, so that the protection end and the guide end can move synchronously, so that the protection end moves along the set direction of the guide member 1, so that the protection mechanism 2 can switch between the first state and the second state, that is, the protection end can switch between the state of connection or separation with the protected target 3 driven by the lifting device 6, and the protected target can be a pan-tilt head, so that according to whether the device with the pan-tilt head needs to be used, a linkage effect can be generated during the pick-up and placement process of the device, and the pick-up and placement operation of the device makes the position of the protection end follow the adjustment, so as to realize the state switching of the connection or separation between the protection end and the pan-tilt head, and the motor control operation protection component is not required, thereby greatly saving costs and improving efficiency and convenience.

[0076] In some examples, when applied to the gimbal of a drone, as the drone takes off or lands, the drone needs to enter or leave the drone hangar. At this time, the drone moves up and down within a certain range. At this time, an interaction force is generated between the gimbal and the protection end, so that the guide end and the protection end can move along the guide member 1. No additional power is required to drive the guide end and the protection end to move, and the connection or separation of the gimbal and the protection end can be achieved. The operation is convenient, and no complex driving source is required to drive the guide end and the protection end to move. It can be understood that when the drone takes off or lands, the drone moves up and down to enter or leave the drone hangar. When the drone moves downward, the gimbal contacts the protection end, and then an interaction force is generated. The gimbal moves with the movement of the drone, and the protection end moves with the gimbal. The guide member 1 and the guide end cooperate to achieve guidance, so that the protection end is connected to the gimbal, and the protection mechanism 2 is in the first state to achieve protection of the gimbal. When the drone moves upward, the gimbal and the protection end are connected, generating mutual force, the gimbal moves with the movement of the drone, the protection end moves with the gimbal, the guide member 1 and the guide end cooperate to achieve guidance, and the protection mechanism 2 reaches the second state. With the movement of the drone, the gimbal and the protection end can be separated, and the gimbal gradually moves away from the protection end. It should be noted that when the drone lands, the gimbal gradually approaches the protection end.

[0077] Optionally, in one embodiment of the present disclosure, the guide member 1 is provided with a guide surface 11, and the guide end is movably matched with the guide surface 11. The guide surface 11 is provided to facilitate connection with the guide end, and the guide end moves on the surface of the guide surface 11 to achieve a guiding effect.

[0078] In some examples, the guide surface 11 is the outer surface of the guide member 1, and the guide surface 11 may be at least partially oriented toward the guide end, so that after the guide member 1 and the protection mechanism 2 are brought close to each other, the guide end may be connected and cooperated with the guide surface 11, which facilitates assembly.

[0079] Optionally, in another embodiment of the present disclosure, the guide member 1 is provided with a guide groove, and the guide end is movably connected to the guide groove. The guide groove can be located on a side of the guide member 1 facing the protection mechanism 2, or on a side of the guide member 1.

[0080] Optionally, in one embodiment of the present disclosure, the guide surface 11 includes a first surface 111 and a second surface 112, the first surface 111 is connected to the second surface 112, the first surface 111 is set as a straight surface parallel to or perpendicular to the horizontal plane, and the second surface 112 is set as an inclined surface at an angle to the horizontal plane. In the first state, the guide end abuts against the first surface 111, and in the second state, the guide end abuts against the second surface 112. By setting the first surface 111 as a straight surface parallel to or perpendicular to the horizontal plane, the guide end and the protection end can achieve linear motion, that is, move according to the first stroke, which can adapt to the up and down movement of the drone during take-off or landing, and of course, can also adapt to the up and down pick-up and drop operations of other mechanisms. By setting the second surface 112 as an inclined surface, the guide end and the protection end can be tilted or flipped, that is, moved according to the second stroke, which can facilitate the separation of the protection end from the gimbal, so that when the drone further moves up and down, the protection end does not interfere with the gimbal, which is conducive to the smooth take-off or landing of the drone. Of course, it can also be adapted to other mechanisms to continue to take and place operations, and the protection end does not interfere with the pan / tilt head.

[0081] The first surface 111 and the second surface 112 are connected together to form the entire guide surface 11. The guide surface 11 is a continuous structure without any breakpoints, so the movement process of the guide end between the first surface 111 and the second surface 112 is a continuous process without any interruption.

[0082] Optionally, in another embodiment of the present disclosure, the guide surface 11 as a whole may be an inclined surface with a certain angle to the horizontal plane, and the guide end and the protection end move obliquely.

[0083] Optionally, in an embodiment of the present disclosure, in the first state, the protection mechanism 2 is located between the first surface 111 and the gimbal. By such a configuration, the first surface 111 can generate a certain reaction thrust on the protection mechanism 2, so that the protection end of the protection mechanism 2 is close to the gimbal, and the tightness of the connection between the protection end and the gimbal is improved, thereby improving the limiting effect on the gimbal, preventing the gimbal from shaking due to the influence of the external environment, and improving the protection effect on the gimbal.

[0084] In the first state, the first surface 111 faces the pan-tilt head, the guide end of the protection mechanism 2 is connected to the first surface 111 , and the protection end of the protection mechanism 2 is connected to the pan-tilt head.

[0085] Optionally, in one embodiment of the present disclosure, the guide member 1 includes a guide block 12 and a mounting seat 13, the mounting seat 13 is connected to the guide block 12, and the mounting seat 13 is suitable for being installed in a drone hangar.

[0086] The guide block 12 has a guiding effect, the guide surface 11 is located on the guide block 12, and the mounting seat 13 is used to achieve installation and fixation, and the guide block 12 is fixed. In some examples, the mounting seat 13 can be installed on the base 61 of the drone hangar, so that the guide block 12 is fixed.

[0087] Optionally, the number of the mounting seats 13 may be two, and the two mounting seats 13 are respectively located on the left and right sides of the guide block 12. The guide block 12 may include a first bar block and a second bar block, the first bar block is vertically arranged, the second bar block is inclined, and there is a certain angle between the first bar block and the second bar block, the mounting seat 13 is connected to the first bar block, the first surface 111 is located on the first bar block, and the second surface 112 is located on the second bar block.

[0088] Optionally, in one embodiment of the present disclosure, a mounting hole 14 is provided on the mounting seat 13, and the mounting hole 14 is suitable for the connector to pass through, and the mounting hole 14 is set as a bar hole or an elliptical hole. Such a setting can facilitate the installation operation, and the connector can move in a small range in the mounting hole 14, so that the installation position of the guide member 1 can be adjusted, ensuring the degree of fit between the protection end of the protection mechanism 2 and the gimbal, and reducing the manufacturing difficulty. In some examples, the connector can be a bolt, a buckle, a latch, etc.

[0089] Optionally, in one embodiment of the present disclosure, the movement of the protection mechanism 2 along the guide member 1 includes a first stroke and a second stroke, the first stroke is set to linear movement, and the second stroke is set to flip movement. The first state corresponds to the first stroke, and the second state corresponds to the second stroke. By setting two strokes, it is possible to adapt to the displacement of the device with the gimbal and the connection and separation of the protection end of the protection mechanism 2 with the gimbal, avoid interference, and better realize the protection of the gimbal and the separation from the gimbal.

[0090] In some examples, the first stroke can adapt to the up and down movement of the drone, the process of entering or leaving the hangar, and the second stroke can adapt to the connection or separation of the protection end of the protection mechanism 2 and the gimbal of the drone. The second stroke is a flipping movement, when the protection end of the protection mechanism 2 flips, it can be separated from the gimbal of the drone, which is convenient for the drone to take off or land.

[0091] Optionally, in one embodiment of the present disclosure, the gimbal protection device further includes a reset member 4, which is connected to the protection mechanism 2. When the protection mechanism 2 moves along the lifting direction relative to the guide member 1, the reset member 4 is suitable for driving the protection mechanism 2 to move according to the second stroke and be in the second state. The reset member 4 is set to produce a certain reset effect, so that the protection end of the protection mechanism 2 is flipped, so that the protection end can actively move in a direction away from the gimbal, which is beneficial to the separation of the gimbal and the protection end, thereby better avoiding interference with the take-off or landing of the drone. It should be noted that the lifting direction refers to the direction of lifting by the lifting device, that is, the rising direction, which can be from bottom to top.

[0092] The first stroke corresponds to the first surface 111 of the guide surface 11 , and the second stroke corresponds to the second surface 112 of the guide surface 11 , so that under the cooperation of the reset member 4 and the guide surface 11 , the protection mechanism 2 can move according to the set stroke.

[0093] It is understandable that when the UAV moves upward and leaves the hangar, after the protection mechanism 2 completes the first stroke movement, the reset member 4 pushes the protection mechanism 2 to move according to the second stroke. At this time, the protection end of the protection mechanism 2 is flipped, which is conducive to the separation of the gimbal and the protection end. At this time, the UAV can take off normally. When the UAV needs to land, due to the reset effect of the reset member 4, the protection end of the protection mechanism 2 remains in the flipped state. At this time, after the UAV lands on the surface of the hangar, the gimbal can contact the protection end. As the UAV descends, the gimbal generates a force on the protection end, driving the protection end of the protection mechanism 2 to move in the opposite direction, from the second stroke to the first stroke. It should be noted that the reset force of the reset member 4 is small, and it mainly generates a small force, so that the protection end of the protection mechanism 2 can be flipped in the direction away from the gimbal. When the UAV descends back to the hangar, when the gimbal drives the protection end to move, it will not generate too much force to be transmitted to the gimbal, and will not cause damage to the gimbal.

[0094] Optionally, in one embodiment of the present disclosure, the guide member 1 is provided with a guide surface 11, and the guide surface 11 includes a first surface 111 and a second surface 112; the first surface 111 is set as a straight surface parallel or perpendicular to the horizontal plane, and the second surface 112 is set as an inclined surface at an angle to the horizontal plane.

[0095] In the first stroke, the guide end of the protection mechanism 2 moves along the first surface 111 and drives the protection end of the protection mechanism 2 to move vertically or horizontally. The first surface 111 restricts the reset member 4 from driving the protection mechanism 2 to flip, so that the protection end of the protection mechanism 2 is connected to the pan-tilt head.

[0096] Optionally, in one embodiment of the present disclosure, the protection mechanism 2 includes a frame 21 and a base 22, the frame 21 is rotatably connected to the base 22, the guide end and the protection end are located on the frame 21, and the reset member 4 is respectively connected to the frame 21 and the base 22. The reset member 4 is suitable for driving the frame 21 to move according to the second stroke and be in the second state after the first stroke ends.

[0097] Among them, the base 22 is used to provide support, and the frame 21 can rotate relative to the base 22, so that in the second stroke, the frame 21 can be flipped relative to the base 22, so that the protective end of the frame 21 can leave the gimbal. The reset member 4 is connected to the base 22 and the frame 21. The reset member 4 can drive the frame 21 to rotate after the first stroke is completed to achieve flipping. The base 22 can serve as a reaction force support for the reset member 4 to ensure the reset effect on the frame 21. In some examples, in the first stroke, the base 22 can move with the frame 21, and in the second stroke, the base 22 remains stationary and the frame 21 flips. In other examples, in both the first and second strokes, the base 22 remains stationary, and the frame 21 moves and flips.

[0098] Optionally, in an embodiment of the present disclosure, in the first state, the angle between the side of the frame 21 facing the gimbal and the horizontal plane is set to a first angle 23, and in the second state, the angle between the side of the frame 21 facing the gimbal and the horizontal plane is set to a second angle 24, and the angle of the first angle 23 is different from the angle of the second angle 24. By setting in this way, the tilt degree of the frame 21 in the first state and the second state is different, so that the gimbal can be fixed and separated from the gimbal, so that in the second state, the frame 21 is flipped, which can facilitate separation from the gimbal.

[0099] Optionally, in one embodiment of the present disclosure, the reset member 4 is configured as a torsion spring 41, which has a compression state and a rebound state. In the first stroke, the deformation state of the torsion spring 41 remains unchanged, and in the second stroke, the deformation state of the torsion spring 41 changes. The torsion spring 41 can be configured to facilitate pushing the frame 21 to flip.

[0100] Among them, in the first state, the gimbal is connected to the protection end, and the torsion spring 41 is compressed. When the torsion spring 41 rebounds, it pushes the frame 21 to flip, so that the gimbal can be separated from the protection end of the frame 21, so that the protection frame 21 can be in the second state. It can be understood that when the drone moves upward in the hangar, it is in the first stroke at this time, and the torsion spring 41 is still in a compressed state. When the second stroke starts with the movement of the drone, the torsion spring 41 starts to rebound and the frame 21 flips. At this time, the torsion spring 41 is in a rebound state. On the contrary, when the drone moves downward in the hangar, the second stroke starts, the frame 21 flips, and the torsion spring 41 is compressed by the force. When the first stroke starts with the movement of the drone, the torsion spring 41 remains in a compressed state.

[0101] Optionally, in another embodiment of the present disclosure, the reset member 4 may also be other elastic structures such as a tension spring or a coil spring.

[0102] Optionally, in one embodiment of the present disclosure, the protection mechanism 2 further includes a connecting member 5, the frame 21 or the base 22 is rotatably connected to the connecting member 5, the torsion spring 41 is connected to the connecting member 5, and the torsion spring 41 is provided with a first connecting head 42 and a second connecting head 43, the first connecting head 42 is connected to the frame 21, and the second connecting head 43 is connected to the base 22. The connecting member 5 provided can facilitate the installation and positioning of the torsion spring 41, and facilitate the torsion spring 41 to be twisted, and the connecting member 5 can also facilitate the relative rotation of the frame 21 and the base 22, so that the frame 21 can be flipped.

[0103] Optionally, in an embodiment of the present disclosure, the connecting member 5 includes a first shaft 51 , the first shaft 51 is connected to the base 22 , the frame 21 is rotatably connected to the first shaft 51 , and the torsion spring 41 is sleeved on the first shaft 51 .

[0104] Among them, the first shaft 51 is fixedly connected to the base 22, the first shaft 51 does not rotate, and the frame 21 is rotatably connected to the first shaft 51, so that the frame 21 can rotate around the axis of the first shaft 51 to achieve the flipping of the frame 21, and the torsion spring 41 can be coaxially arranged with the first shaft 51, which is beneficial to the torsion of the torsion spring 41.

[0105] Optionally, in another embodiment of the present disclosure, the connecting member 5 includes a first shaft 51, the first shaft 51 is rotatably connected to the base 22, the frame 21 is connected to the first shaft 51, and the torsion spring 41 is sleeved on the first shaft 51. The first shaft 51 is rotatable relative to the base 22, and the frame 21 and the first shaft 51 remain relatively fixed.

[0106] Optionally, in one embodiment of the present disclosure, the frame 21 is provided with a first arm 211, the first arm 211 is rotatably connected to the first shaft 51, and the first connector 42 of the torsion spring 41 is connected to the first arm 211. The first arm 211 can facilitate the rotation of the frame 21 relative to the base 22, and prevent the base 22 from interfering with the rotation and flipping of the frame 21.

[0107] The first arm 211 is provided with a light hole, and the first shaft 51 is passed through the light hole, so that the first arm 211 can rotate around the axis of the first shaft 51. In some examples, the number of the first arm 211 can be one or two, and the number of the first arm 211 can be set as needed, without too much restriction. Optionally, the number of the first connectors 42 can correspond to the number of the first arms 211. In some examples, the number of the first connectors 42 can be two to ensure balance.

[0108] Optionally, in one embodiment of the present disclosure, the base 22 is provided with a first connection hole 221, and the hole wall of the first connection hole 221 is provided with a plurality of first protrusions 222, and the plurality of first protrusions 222 are distributed in an annular manner around the axis of the first connection hole 221, and the first shaft 51 is passed through the first connection hole 221 and is interference-fitted with the plurality of first protrusions 222. Such a configuration can facilitate the fixed connection between the first shaft 51 and the base 22, avoid relative movement between the first shaft 51 and the base 22, and ensure stability.

[0109] In some examples, the base 22 is provided with two mounting arms, the two mounting walls are provided with first connection holes 221, and the two ends of the first shaft 51 are respectively passed through the first connection holes 221 of the two mounting walls. The two first arms 211 are located between the two mounting walls.

[0110] Optionally, in one embodiment of the present disclosure, a first stopper 223 is provided on the base 22, and the first stopper 223 is sleeved on the first shaft 51, and the first stopper 223 is used to limit the first shaft 51 from moving along the axis direction of the first shaft 51. By providing the first stopper 223, the connection stability between the first shaft 51 and the base 22 can be ensured, and the first shaft 51 can be prevented from being separated from the first connection hole 221. In some examples, the first stopper 223 can be a retaining ring, which is sleeved on the first shaft 51, and a convex ring can be provided on the corresponding first shaft 51, and the convex ring can cooperate with the retaining ring.

[0111] Optionally, in one embodiment of the present disclosure, the connector 5 further includes a sleeve 52, the sleeve 52 is sleeved on the first shaft 51, and the torsion spring 41 is sleeved on the sleeve 52. The sleeve 52 can generate a spacing effect on the torsion spring 41 and the first shaft 51, which can facilitate the torsion of the torsion spring 41, and can also prevent the torsion of the torsion spring 41 from affecting the first shaft 51, thereby ensuring the connection stability between the first shaft 51 and the base 22. The inner diameter of the sleeve 52 is greater than the outer diameter of the first shaft 51, and the sleeve 52 is sleeved on the first shaft 51 as a whole, and the sleeve 52 can rotate on the first shaft 51, so that the force generated by the torsion of the torsion spring 41 acts on the sleeve 52, and will not affect the first shaft 51.

[0112] Optionally, in one embodiment of the present disclosure, the sleeve 52 is provided with an opening 53, and in the axial direction of the sleeve 52, the opening 53 extends from one end of the sleeve 52 to the other end of the sleeve 52. The opening 53 is provided so that the sleeve 52 is disconnected in its radial direction, and the sleeve 52 can undergo a certain degree of contraction elastic deformation, thereby being able to cope with the contraction and rebound of the torsion of the torsion spring 41, and preventing the sleeve 52 from being damaged by the extrusion force.

[0113] Optionally, in one embodiment of the present disclosure, a limiting member 212 is provided on the frame 21, and a matching member 224 is provided on the base 22, and the limiting member 212 cooperates with the matching member 224 to limit the length of the travel of the frame 21 according to the second travel. By setting it in this way, the flipping angle of the frame 21 can be limited to prevent the frame 21 from flipping excessively. It is understandable that when the frame 21 flips according to the second travel, after the limiting member 212 and the matching member 224 come into contact, the frame 21 cannot continue to flip.

[0114] Optionally, in one embodiment of the present disclosure, one of the limiting member 212 and the matching member 224 is configured as a convex portion, and the other is configured as a stopper. The stopper can stop the convex portion. In some examples, a convex portion is formed on the first arm 211 of the frame 21, and a stopper is formed on the mounting arm of the base 22. As the frame 21 is flipped, the convex portion can be stopped by the stopper, and the stopper is configured as a plate-like structure.

[0115] Optionally, in another embodiment of the present disclosure, both the limiting member 212 and the matching member 224 may be convex portions.

[0116] Optionally, in one embodiment of the present disclosure, the guide end is configured as a rolling portion 25, and the rolling portion 25 is rollably connected to the guide member 1. This configuration facilitates the guide end to move relative to the guide member 1, thereby facilitating the movement of the protection end relative to the guide member 1, ensuring smoothness, and at the same time facilitating the smoothness of the up and down movement of the drone in the hangar.

[0117] Optionally, in another embodiment of the present disclosure, the guide end is configured as a sliding portion, and the sliding portion is slidably connected to the guide member 1.

[0118] Optionally, in one embodiment of the present disclosure, the rolling portion 25 includes a second shaft 251 and a rotating member 252, the protection mechanism 2 includes a frame 21, the second shaft 251 is connected to the frame 21, the rotating member 252 is rotatably connected to the second shaft 251, the rotating member 252 is rotatably connected to the guide member 1, the guide member 1 is provided with a guide surface 11, and the outer peripheral surface of the rotating member 252 cooperates with the guide surface 11.

[0119] The second shaft 251 supports the rotating member 252, and the rotating member 252 rotates relative to the second shaft 251. The rotating member 252 can rotate relative to the guide member 1, thereby achieving the movement of the guide end and the protection end and achieving the guiding effect. It can be understood that the second shaft 251 is fixedly connected to the frame 21, and the second shaft 251 does not rotate, and mainly rotates by the rotating member 252.

[0120] Optionally, in one embodiment of the present disclosure, the rotating member 252 is configured as a bushing, the bushing is sleeved on the second shaft 251, the guide member 1 is provided with a guide surface 11, and the outer peripheral surface of the bushing is connected to the guide surface 11. By such a configuration, the contact area between the rotating member 252 and the guide surface 11 of the guide member 1 can be increased to ensure the guiding stability.

[0121] Among them, the bushing is arranged on the second shaft 251, and the bushing can rotate around the axis of the second shaft 251, and the outer peripheral surface of the bushing is in contact with the guide surface 11, so that when the guide end and the protection end move, due to the friction force, the bushing rolls on the surface of the guide surface 11, and the outer peripheral surface of the bushing maintains contact with the guide surface 11 to achieve guidance.

[0122] Optionally, in another embodiment of the present disclosure, the rotating member 252 may be a wheel body, which is rotatable relative to the second shaft 251 , and the wheel body is rotatably connected to the guide surface 11 or the guide groove of the guide member 1 .

[0123] Optionally, in another embodiment of the present disclosure, the rolling portion 25 includes a roller, the roller is rotatably connected to the frame 21, and the outer peripheral wall of the roller is rollingly connected to the guide member 1.

[0124] Optionally, in one embodiment of the present disclosure, at least two second arms 213 are arranged opposite to each other on the frame 21, and the second shaft 251 is connected to the second arm 213. The second arm 213 can facilitate the installation of the second shaft 251, and can prevent the frame 21 from contacting the guide member 1, thereby preventing the movement of the frame 21 from being affected. In some examples, the number of second arms 213 can be two, or more. The number of second arms 213 can be set as needed, and there is no excessive restriction here. It should be noted that in the first state, the angle between the second arm 213 and the horizontal plane is the same as the angle between the first surface 111 and the horizontal plane, and is located on the same side of the horizontal plane.

[0125] Optionally, in one embodiment of the present disclosure, the second arm 213 is provided with a second connection hole 214, and the hole wall of the second connection hole 214 is provided with a plurality of second protrusions 215, and the plurality of second protrusions 215 are distributed in annular intervals around the axis of the second connection hole 214, and the second shaft 251 is passed through the second connection hole 214 and is interference-fitted with the plurality of second protrusions 215. Such a configuration can facilitate the fixed connection between the second shaft 251 and the second arm 213, avoid relative movement between the second shaft 251 and the second arm 213, and ensure stability.

[0126] In some examples, there are two second arms 213 , both of which are provided with a second connection hole 214 , and both ends of the second shaft 251 are respectively passed through the second connection holes 214 of the two second arms 213 . The bushing is located between the two second arms 213 .

[0127] Optionally, in one embodiment of the present disclosure, a second stopper 216 is provided on the second arm 213, and the second stopper 216 is sleeved on the second shaft 251, and the second stopper 216 is used to limit the second shaft 251 from moving along the axis direction of the second shaft 251. The second stopper 216 can ensure the connection stability between the second shaft 251 and the second arm 213, and prevent the second shaft 251 from being separated from the second connection hole 214. In some examples, the second stopper 216 can be a retaining ring, which is sleeved on the second shaft 251, and a convex ring can be provided on the corresponding second shaft 251, and the convex ring can cooperate with the retaining ring.

[0128] Optionally, in an embodiment of the present disclosure, the protection mechanism 2 includes a frame 21, the protection end is arranged on the frame 21, and the protection end includes an elastic body 26. The elastic body 26 can be in soft contact with the gimbal to avoid damage to the gimbal.

[0129] The frame 21 provides support, and the elastic body 26 is used to contact the gimbal. The elastic body 26 can cover the gimbal to protect the gimbal and limit shaking. In some examples, the elastic body 26 can be made of rubber or silicone. The elastic body 26 can be located on the side of the frame 21 facing the gimbal. The Shore hardness of the frame 21 is 80D-85D, and the Shore hardness of the elastic body 26 is 55A.

[0130] In order to adapt to the convex design of the gimbal, optionally, in one embodiment of the present disclosure, the frame 21 is provided with a receiving groove 27, which is suitable for receiving the gimbal, and the elastic body 26 covers the groove bottom and groove wall of the receiving groove 27. The receiving groove 27 can receive the gimbal, thereby better wrapping the gimbal, protecting the gimbal and limiting shaking.

[0131] It can be understood that when the gimbal needs protection, that is, when the drone enters the hangar, the gimbal can be placed in the receiving groove 27 and in contact with the elastomer 26, and the elastomer 26 achieves soft contact. The receiving groove 27 can limit the gimbal in multiple directions, thereby limiting shaking and producing a protective effect.

[0132] Optionally, in one embodiment of the present disclosure, the two side walls of the receiving groove 27 are provided with a limiting opening 271 near one end of the groove opening of the receiving groove 27, and the limiting opening 271 is suitable for connecting with the two side shells of the protected object 3, and the elastic body 26 covers the limiting opening 271. Among them, the two side shells of the protected object 3 can be the two side ears of the pan-tilt head, and by such a setting, the movement of the pan-tilt head can be better limited to avoid shaking, thereby protecting the pan-tilt head.

[0133] It is understandable that when the gimbal needs protection, that is, when the drone enters the hangar, most of the gimbal structure can be accommodated in the accommodating groove 27 and in contact with the elastomer 26, and the limiting openings 271 on both sides can be engaged with the two side ears of the gimbal and contacted through the elastomer 26 to achieve fixation.

[0134] In some examples, the limiting opening 271 may be an arc-shaped structure, which can adapt to the arc-shaped design of the two side ears of the gimbal, ensure tight contact, and improve the wrapping effect of the gimbal.

[0135] Optionally, in one embodiment of the present disclosure, the elastomer 26 includes a first sub-elastic body 261 and a second sub-elastic body 262, wherein the first sub-elastic body 261 covers the bottom and wall of the accommodating groove 27, and the second sub-elastic body 262 covers the limiting opening 271. By such an arrangement, the frame 21 does not contact the gimbal, and the gimbal is contacted by the elastomer 26, thereby avoiding damage to the gimbal. At the same time, it can also produce a buffering and shock-absorbing effect when it is shaken or vibrated by the external environment. In some examples, the first sub-elastic body 261 and the second sub-elastic body 262 can be integrally formed. In other examples, the first sub-elastic body 261 and the second sub-elastic body 262 can be divided into two parts.

[0136] Optionally, a plurality of spaced protrusions 263 are formed on one side of the second elastic sub-body 262 facing the pan / tilt head. The protrusions 263 may be protruding teeth, and the protrusions 263 of the second elastic sub-body 262 may be advantageous for wrapping and biting the two side ears of the pan / tilt head to ensure tight connection.

[0137] Optionally, in one embodiment of the present disclosure, the frame 21 is provided with a first connection portion 217, and the elastic body 26 is provided with a second connection portion 264, and the first connection portion 217 is detachably connected to the second connection portion 264. By such a configuration, the connection between the elastic body 26 and the frame 21 can be facilitated, and the elastic body 26 can be disassembled and replaced to ensure the protection of the gimbal.

[0138] Optionally, in one embodiment of the present disclosure, one of the first connection portion 217 and the second connection portion 264 is configured as a protrusion, and the other is configured as a groove or a through hole. The protrusion can be inserted into the groove or the through hole, and the protrusion is limited by the groove or the through hole, so that the protrusion is connected to the groove or the through hole. When disassembly is required, the protrusion can be pulled out of the groove or the through hole with force, thereby facilitating assembly and disassembly, which is very convenient.

[0139] The elastic body 26 is provided with a protrusion, which can be integrally formed with the elastic body 26, and the frame body 21 is provided with a groove or a through hole. There can be multiple protrusions and grooves or through holes, which correspond to each other.

[0140] Optionally, in one embodiment of the present disclosure, the protrusion includes a funnel-shaped cylindrical structure, and the groove or through hole includes an inverted triangular cone funnel-shaped structure. By setting it in this way, the limiting effect of the groove or through hole on the protrusion can be improved, and the protrusion can be prevented from falling out of the groove or through hole at will, thereby ensuring the connection strength. Of course, the shape of the protrusion, groove or through hole can also be other shapes, and there is no excessive restriction here.

[0141] Optionally, in another embodiment of the present disclosure, the first connection portion 217 and the second connection portion 264 are both configured as light holes, and the connection is achieved by passing rivets through the light holes.

[0142] Optionally, in one embodiment of the present disclosure, the frame 21 is provided with a first limiting portion 218, and the elastic body 26 is provided with a second limiting portion 265, the first limiting portion 218 and the second limiting portion 265 are connected to each other, the first limiting portion 218 and the second limiting portion 265 limit the relative movement of the elastic body 26 and the frame 21 in the first direction, and the first connecting portion 217 and the second connecting portion 264 limit the relative movement of the elastic body 26 and the frame 21 in the second direction. Wherein, the first direction intersects with the second direction. Through the cooperation of the first limiting portion 218 and the second limiting portion 265, the movement of the elastic body 26 and the frame 21 in the first direction can be limited, and the connection of the first connecting portion 217 and the second connecting portion 264 can limit the movement of the elastic body 26 and the frame 21 in the second direction, thereby improving the connection tightness and connection strength between the elastic body 26 and the frame 21, avoiding the problem of the elastic body 26 falling off or wrinkling, thereby ensuring the contact effect between the elastic body 26 and the gimbal. The third direction of the elastic body 26 can be restricted by the groove walls on both sides of the accommodating groove 27 to prevent the elastic body 26 and the frame body 21 from moving relative to each other in the third direction.

[0143] Optionally, in one embodiment of the present disclosure, the first connection portion 217 is located at the bottom of the receiving groove 27, and the first limiting portion 218 is located at the groove wall of the receiving groove 27. In some examples, the first direction and the second direction are perpendicular. The second connection portion 264 is located on the side of the elastic body 26 facing the groove bottom of the receiving groove 27, and the second limiting portion 265 is located on the side of the elastic body 26 facing the groove wall of the receiving groove 27.

[0144] Optionally, in an embodiment of the present disclosure, one of the first limiting portion 218 and the second limiting portion 265 is configured as a limiting protrusion, and the other is configured as a limiting groove, and the limiting protrusion is inserted into the limiting groove. By inserting the limiting protrusion into the limiting groove, the limiting effect can be achieved. In some examples, the limiting protrusion and the limiting groove both extend along the second direction.

[0145] The groove wall of the receiving groove 27 of the frame body 21 is provided with a limiting groove, and the elastic body 26 is provided with a limiting protrusion, which can be integrally formed with the elastic body 26. It can be understood that when the first connecting portion 217 is connected to the second connecting portion 264, the limiting protrusion can be inserted into the limiting groove.

[0146] Optionally, in one embodiment of the present disclosure, the cross-sectional shape of the limiting protrusion and the cross-sectional shape of the limiting groove are both set to be triangular or dovetail-shaped. By setting in this way, the connection reliability and stability of the limiting protrusion and the limiting groove can be improved, and the limiting effect on the relative movement of the elastic body 26 and the frame 21 can be ensured. Of course, in other examples, the cross-sectional shape of the limiting protrusion and the cross-sectional shape of the limiting groove can also be other shapes, such as irregular polygons.

[0147] A second aspect of the present disclosure further provides a guide member, which includes the guide member 1 mentioned above.

[0148] The third aspect of the present disclosure further provides a protection mechanism, which includes the protection mechanism 2 mentioned above.

[0149] The fourth aspect of the present disclosure further provides a drone hangar, comprising a lifting device 6 and a protection assembly as described above, wherein the protection mechanism 2 is connected to the lifting device 6 .

[0150] Optionally, in one embodiment of the present disclosure, the drone hangar further includes a base 61 , the lifting device 6 is connected to the base 61 , and the guide member 1 is connected to the base 61 .

[0151] Optionally, the protected target 3 is a gimbal of a drone, and in the first state, the protection end cover is arranged on the gimbal. The drone can be driven to move up and down by the lifting device 6, so that the drone enters or leaves the drone hangar. When the drone moves up and down, the gimbal can contact the protection end of the protection mechanism 2 of the protection component to realize the movement of the protection mechanism 2, so that no driving source is required to drive the protection mechanism 2 to move, the manufacturing cost is low, the space utilization rate is high, the structure is simple, and the power source is stable, which effectively reduces the complexity of the drone hangar control.

[0152] The fifth aspect of the present disclosure also provides a vehicle, including the above-mentioned protection component, or including the above-mentioned drone hangar.

[0153] The preferred embodiments of the present disclosure are described in detail above in conjunction with the accompanying drawings; however, the present disclosure is not limited to the specific details in the above embodiments. Within the technical concept of the present disclosure, a variety of simple modifications can be made to the technical solution of the present disclosure, and these simple modifications all fall within the protection scope of the present disclosure.

[0154] It should also be noted that the various specific technical features described in the above specific embodiments can be combined in any suitable manner without contradiction. In order to avoid unnecessary repetition, the present disclosure will not further describe various possible combinations.

[0155] In addition, various embodiments of the present disclosure may be arbitrarily combined, and as long as they do not violate the concept of the present disclosure, they should also be regarded as the contents disclosed by the present disclosure.

Claims

1. A protection assembly for a drone hangar, the drone hangar comprising a lifting device, characterized in that: The protection component comprises: Guides; A protection mechanism, the protection mechanism is suitable for being connected to the lifting device and being driven by the lifting device to move along the guide member, and the protection mechanism is provided with a first state and a second state; Wherein, the protection mechanism comprises a guide end and a protection end, and when the guide end moves along the guide member, the protection end can be driven to move synchronously, so that the protection mechanism can be switched between the first state and the second state; In the first state, the protection end is suitable for connecting to a protected target, and in the second state, the protection end is suitable for separating from the protected target.

2. The protection assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The guide member is provided with a guide surface, and the guide end is movably matched with the guide surface.

3. The protection assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that: The guide surface includes a first surface and a second surface, the first surface is connected to the second surface, the first surface is set as a straight surface parallel or perpendicular to the horizontal plane, and the second surface is set as an inclined surface at an angle to the horizontal plane; In the first state, the guide end abuts against the first surface, and in the second state, the guide end abuts against the second surface.

4. The protection assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The guide member includes a guide block and a mounting seat, wherein the mounting seat is connected to the guide block, and the mounting seat is suitable for being installed in a drone hangar.

5. The protection assembly according to claim 4, characterized in that: The mounting seat is provided with a mounting hole, the mounting hole is suitable for a connecting piece to pass through, and the mounting hole is configured as a bar hole or an elliptical hole.

6. The protection assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The movement of the protection mechanism along the guide member includes a first stroke and a second stroke, the first stroke is set as a linear movement, and the second stroke is set as a flipping movement; The first state corresponds to the first stroke, and the second state corresponds to the second stroke.

7. The protection assembly according to claim 6, characterized in that: The protection assembly also includes a reset member, which is connected to the protection mechanism. When the protection mechanism moves along the lifting direction relative to the guide member, the reset member is suitable for driving the protection mechanism to move according to the second stroke and be in the second state.

8. The protection assembly according to claim 7, characterized in that: The guide member is provided with a guide surface, and the guide surface includes a first surface and a second surface; the first surface is provided as a straight surface parallel to or perpendicular to the horizontal plane, and the second surface is provided as an inclined surface at an angle to the horizontal plane; In the first stroke, the guide end of the protection mechanism moves along the first surface and drives the protection end of the protection mechanism to move vertically or horizontally, and the first surface restricts the reset member from driving the protection mechanism to perform a flipping movement.

9. The protection assembly according to claim 7, characterized in that: The protection mechanism comprises a frame and a base, the frame is rotatably connected to the base, the guide end and the protection end are located on the frame, and the reset member is respectively connected to the frame and the base.

10. The protection assembly according to claim 9, characterized in that: In the first state, the angle between the side of the frame facing the protected target and the horizontal plane is set to a first angle, and in the second state, the angle between the side of the frame facing the protected target and the horizontal plane is set to a second angle, and the angle of the first angle is different from the angle of the second angle.

11. The protection assembly according to claim 9, characterized in that: The reset member is configured as a torsion spring, and the torsion spring has a compression state and a rebound state. In the first stroke, the deformation state of the torsion spring remains unchanged, and in the second stroke, the deformation state of the torsion spring changes.

12. The protection assembly according to claim 11, characterized in that: The protection mechanism also includes a connecting piece, the frame or the base is rotatably connected to the connecting piece, the torsion spring is connected to the connecting piece, and the torsion spring is provided with a first connecting head and a second connecting head, the first connecting head is connected to the frame, and the second connecting head is connected to the base.

13. The protection assembly according to claim 12, characterized in that: The connecting member comprises a first shaft, the first shaft is connected to the base, the frame is rotatably connected to the first shaft, and the torsion spring is sleeved on the first shaft.

14. The protection assembly according to claim 13, characterized in that: The frame body is provided with a first support arm, the first support arm is rotatably connected to the first shaft, and the first connecting head of the torsion spring is connected to the first support arm.

15. The protection assembly according to claim 14, characterized in that: The base is provided with a first connecting hole, and the first shaft is passed through the first connecting hole and is interference-fitted with the first connecting hole.

16. The protection assembly according to claim 13, characterized in that: The base is provided with a first position-limiting member, which is sleeved on the first shaft and is used to limit the movement of the first shaft along the axial direction of the first shaft.

17. The protection assembly according to claim 13, characterized in that: The connecting member further comprises a sleeve, the sleeve is sleeved on the first shaft, and the torsion spring is sleeved on the sleeve.

18. The protection assembly according to claim 17, characterized in that: The sleeve is provided with an opening, and in the axial direction of the sleeve, the opening extends from one end of the sleeve to the other end of the sleeve.

19. The protection assembly according to claim 9, characterized in that: The frame is provided with a limiting piece, and the base is provided with a matching piece, and the limiting piece cooperates with the matching piece to limit the stroke length of the frame moving according to the second stroke.

20. The protection assembly according to claim 19, characterized in that One of the limiting member and the matching member is configured as a convex portion, and the other is configured as a stopper.

21. The protection assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The guide end is configured as a rolling portion, and the rolling portion is rollably connected to the guide member.

22. The protection assembly according to claim 21, characterized in that The rolling part includes a second shaft and a rotating member, the protection mechanism includes a frame, the second shaft is connected to the frame, the rotating member is rotatably connected to the second shaft, and the rotating member is rotatably connected to the guide member; the guide member is provided with a guide surface, and the outer peripheral surface of the rotating member cooperates with the guide surface.

23. The protection assembly according to claim 22, characterized in that At least two second supporting arms arranged opposite to each other are arranged on the frame body, and the second shaft is connected to the second supporting arms.

24. The protection assembly according to claim 23, characterized in that The second arm is provided with a second connecting hole, and the second shaft is passed through the second connecting hole and is interference-fitted with the second connecting hole.

25. The protection assembly according to claim 23, characterized in that The second arm is provided with a second limiting member, the second limiting member is sleeved on the second shaft, and the second limiting member is used to limit the second shaft from moving along the axial direction of the second shaft.

26. The protection assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that The protection mechanism comprises a frame, the protection end is arranged on the frame, and the protection end comprises an elastic body.

27. The protection assembly according to claim 26, characterized in that The frame is provided with a receiving groove, and the receiving groove is suitable for receiving the protected object, and the elastic body covers the groove bottom and groove wall of the receiving groove.

28. The protection assembly according to claim 27, characterized in that The groove walls on both sides of the accommodating groove are provided with limiting openings near one end of the groove opening of the accommodating groove, and the limiting openings are suitable for connecting with the shells on both sides of the protected target, and the elastic body covers the limiting openings.

29. The protection assembly according to claim 28, characterized in that The elastomer includes a first sub-elastic body and a second sub-elastic body. The first sub-elastic body covers the bottom and wall of the accommodating groove, and the second sub-elastic body covers the limiting opening. The second sub-elastic body has a side facing the protected target and is formed with a plurality of spaced protrusions.

30. The protection assembly according to claim 27, characterized in that The frame is provided with a first connecting portion, and the elastic body is provided with a second connecting portion, and the first connecting portion and the second connecting portion are detachably connected.

31. The protection assembly according to claim 30, characterized in that One of the first connection portion and the second connection portion is configured as a protrusion, and the other is configured as a groove or a through hole.

32. The protection assembly according to claim 31, characterized in that The protrusion comprises a funnel-shaped cylindrical structure, and the groove or the through hole comprises an inverted triangular cone funnel-shaped structure.

33. The protection assembly according to claim 30, characterized in that The frame is provided with a first limiting portion, and the elastic body is provided with a second limiting portion, the first limiting portion and the second limiting portion are connected to each other, the first limiting portion and the second limiting portion limit the relative movement of the elastic body and the frame in a first direction, and the first connecting portion and the second connecting portion limit the relative movement of the elastic body and the frame in a second direction; The first direction intersects with the second direction.

34. The protection assembly according to claim 33, characterized in that The first connecting portion is located at the bottom of the receiving groove, and the first limiting portion is located at the wall of the receiving groove.

35. The protection assembly according to claim 33, characterized in that One of the first limiting portion and the second limiting portion is configured as a limiting protrusion, and the other is configured as a limiting groove, and the limiting protrusion is inserted into the limiting groove.

36. The protection assembly according to claim 35, characterized in that The cross-sectional shape of the limiting protrusion and the cross-sectional shape of the limiting groove are both set to be triangular or dovetail.

37. A guide member, characterized in that: The guide member comprises the guide member described in any one of claims 1-36.

38. A protection mechanism, characterized in that: The protection mechanism comprises the protection mechanism described in any one of claims 1-36.

39. A drone hangar, characterized in that: It comprises a lifting device and a protection assembly as described in any one of claims 1 to 36, wherein the protection mechanism is connected to the lifting device.

40. The drone hangar according to claim 39, characterized in that: The drone hangar also includes a base, the lifting device is connected to the base, and the guide member is connected to the base.

41. The drone hangar according to claim 39, characterized in that: The protected target is a gimbal of a drone, and in the first state, the protective end cover is disposed on the gimbal.

42. A vehicle, characterized in that: Includes a protection component as described in any one of claims 1-36, or includes a drone hangar as described in any one of claims 39-41.

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