An electric wire inspection unmanned aerial vehicle

Abstract

This invention discloses a power line inspection drone, comprising: a flight component, a movement component, and an inspection component. The flight component includes a main support and a rotor structure. The main support includes a top plate and two connecting frames, which are located on both sides of the top plate. Each connecting frame has a rotor mechanism at its lower end. The movement component includes at least two movement mechanisms, each comprising a movement motor, a fixed frame, movement wheels, and two guide members. The fixed frame is connected to the top plate and extends downwards. The movement wheels are located on the fixed frames and have slots on their outer periphery for engaging with power lines. The movement motor is located on one side of the fixed frame and connected to the movement wheels. A guide groove with a downward opening and communicating with the slots is defined between the two guide members. The inspection component includes a camera, which is located at one end of the top plate and extends towards the power line. This power line inspection drone of the present invention can reduce the risk of collision with power lines and greatly improve the efficiency and safety of power line inspection.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of power line inspection equipment technology, and in particular to a power line inspection drone. Background Technology

[0002] In the past, power line inspection was a time-consuming, labor-intensive, and safety-risk task, as workers needed to climb power line scaffolds to conduct the checks. However, with the introduction of drone power line inspection technology, this process has become more efficient and convenient. But in this technology, if a drone collides with power lines during inspection, it may be damaged or even lose control and crash. Summary of the Invention

[0003] This invention aims to at least solve one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, this invention proposes a power line inspection drone, which, through the cooperation of a flight component, a movement component, and an inspection component, greatly improves the efficiency and safety of power line inspection.

[0004] According to a first aspect embodiment of the present invention, a power line inspection drone includes:

[0005] The flight assembly includes a main support and a rotor mechanism. The main support includes a top plate and two connecting frames. The two connecting frames are located on both sides of the top plate in the width direction and extend downward. The rotor mechanism is provided at the lower end of each of the two connecting frames.

[0006] A movable component is disposed on the lower side of the top plate and located between the two connecting frames. The movable component includes at least two movable mechanisms, which are arranged at intervals along the length of the top plate. Each movable mechanism includes a movable motor, a fixed frame, a movable wheel, and two guide members. The fixed frame is connected to the top plate and extends downward. The movable wheel is disposed on the fixed frame and has a slot on its outer periphery for engaging with electrical wires. The movable motor is disposed on one side of the fixed frame and connected to the movable wheel. The two guide members are disposed on both sides of the fixed frame, and a guide groove with a downward opening and communicating with the slot is defined between the two guide members. The width of the guide groove gradually increases from top to bottom.

[0007] The inspection component includes a camera, which is located at one end of the top plate and extends toward the power line.

[0008] The power line inspection drone provided according to the first aspect of the present invention has at least the following beneficial effects: the main support and rotor mechanism of the flight component ensure the stable flight of the power line inspection drone; through the movement mechanism provided in the moving component, the guide groove limited by the guide member and the slot on the moving wheel cooperate to achieve stable engagement between the power line and the moving wheel, making the power line inspection drone move more smoothly and reliably on the power line. When the power line inspection drone moves on the power line, the camera of the inspection component can capture the condition of the power line in real time, providing accurate and timely information for the maintenance of power facilities.

[0009] According to a first aspect embodiment of the present invention, the power line inspection drone further includes a locking assembly, the locking assembly including at least two locking mechanisms, each of the moving mechanisms having a locking mechanism on its lower side, the locking mechanism including a locking motor and a locking rod, the locking motor being disposed on one of the connecting frames, the locking rod being connected to the locking motor and arranged along the length direction of the top plate, the locking motor being capable of driving the locking rod to rotate so that the locking rod is arranged along the width direction of the top plate, thereby closing the guide groove.

[0010] According to a first aspect of the present invention, a power line inspection drone is provided, wherein one of the connecting frames is provided with a locking frame, the locking frame includes a locking plate and a locking seat connected to each other, the locking plate is connected to the connecting frame, and the locking motor is fixed to the locking seat.

[0011] According to the first aspect of the present invention, the locking frame is connected to one of the connecting frames, and the other connecting frame is provided with a snap-fit ​​seat. One side of the snap-fit ​​seat is provided with a snap-fit ​​groove. When the locking motor can drive the locking rod to rotate, so that the locking rod is arranged along the width direction of the top plate, the end of the locking rod is snapped into the snap-fit ​​groove.

[0012] According to a first aspect embodiment of the present invention, the power line inspection drone further includes a clearing component, the clearing component including a clearing mechanism, the clearing mechanism including a connecting seat, a robotic arm and a clearing device, the connecting seat being disposed on the upper side of the top plate, one end of the robotic arm being connected to the connecting seat and the other end being connected to the clearing device, the robotic arm being capable of driving the clearing device to move so that the clearing device moves toward the power line.

[0013] According to a first aspect embodiment of the present invention, the power line inspection drone includes two obstacle removal mechanisms, with the two obstacle removers disposed at both ends of the top plate along its length.

[0014] According to a first aspect embodiment of the present invention, the power line inspection drone includes at least two cameras, which are respectively located at both ends of the top plate along its length.

[0015] The power line inspection drone provided according to the first aspect of the present invention further includes two power supply components, which are respectively disposed on the underside of the two connecting frames.

[0016] According to a first aspect embodiment of the present invention, the power supply component includes a power supply frame, a battery for power supply, and a balancing mechanism. The power supply frame is connected to the lower side of the connecting frame. The battery and the balancing mechanism are both disposed within the power supply frame. The balancing mechanism can drive the battery to move along the width direction of the top plate. The balancing mechanisms of the two power supply components cooperate to maintain the balance of the main support.

[0017] According to a first aspect embodiment of the present invention, a power supply frame has a plurality of upwardly extending connecting columns spaced apart on its upper side. The connecting columns are connected to the lower side of the connecting frame. The balancing mechanism includes a balancing motor, a lead screw, and a balancing seat. The balancing seat is located on the upper side of the power supply frame and can slide along the width direction of the top plate. The battery is located on the upper side of the balancing seat. The balancing motor is connected to the power supply frame and connected to the balancing seat through the lead screw. The balancing motor can drive the balancing seat to move through the lead screw.

[0018] Additional aspects and advantages of the invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0019] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments, wherein:

[0020] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of the power line inspection drone when it is located on a power line, provided as an embodiment of the present invention;

[0021] Figure 2 A structural schematic diagram of a power line inspection drone is provided for embodiments of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the moving mechanism provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the locking mechanism provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0024] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the obstacle clearing mechanism provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the power supply component provided in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0026] The attached icons are numbered as follows:

[0027] Flight component 1000; main support 1100; top plate 1110; connecting frame 1120; rotor mechanism 1200;

[0028] Moving component 2000; moving mechanism 2100; moving motor 2110; fixed frame 2120; moving wheel 2130; slot 2331; guide component 2140;

[0029] Inspection components 3000; Cameras 3100;

[0030] Locking assembly 4000; locking mechanism 4100; locking motor 4110; locking rod 4120; locking frame 4130; locking plate 4131; locking seat 4132; snap-fit ​​seat 4140;

[0031] Obstacle removal component 5000; Obstacle removal mechanism 5100; Connector 5110; Robotic arm 5120; Obstacle remover 5130;

[0032] Power supply component 6000; power supply frame 6100; connecting column 6110; battery 6200; balancing mechanism 6300; balancing motor 6310; lead screw 6320; balancing seat 6330;

[0033] 7000 wires. Detailed Implementation

[0034] Embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain the present invention, and should not be construed as limiting the present invention.

[0035] In the description of this invention, it should be understood that the orientation descriptions, such as up, down, left, right, etc., are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this invention.

[0036] In the description of this invention, the use of "first" and "second" is for the purpose of distinguishing technical features only, and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of technical features indicated or the order of the technical features indicated.

[0037] In the description of this invention, unless otherwise explicitly defined, terms such as "set up," "install," and "connect" should be interpreted broadly, and those skilled in the art can reasonably determine the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention in conjunction with the specific content of the technical solution.

[0038] The present invention provides a power line inspection drone. The specific structure and function of the power line inspection drone provided by the present invention will be further described below with reference to the text and the accompanying drawings.

[0039] Reference Figures 1 to 3 According to a first aspect embodiment of the present invention, a power line inspection drone includes: a flight component 1000, a movement component 2000, and an inspection component 3000. The flight component 1000 includes a main support 1100 and a rotor mechanism 1200. The main support 1100 consists of a top plate 1110 and two connecting frames 1120. The two connecting frames 1120 are located on both sides of the top plate 1110 in the width direction and extend downward, forming a stable support structure. A rotor mechanism 1200 is provided at the lower end of each of the two connecting frames 1120. The rotor mechanism 1200 is responsible for providing the lift and power required for the flight of the power line inspection drone.

[0040] The moving assembly 2000 is located on the underside of the top plate 1110 and between two connecting frames 1120. The moving assembly 2000 includes at least two moving mechanisms 2100, which are spaced apart along the length of the top plate 1110 to ensure the stability of the power line inspection drone when it moves on the power line 7000. Each moving mechanism 2100 includes a moving motor 2110, a fixed frame 2120, a moving wheel 2130, and two guide members 2140. The fixed frame 2120 is connected to the top plate 1110 and extends downwards, providing a stable mounting base for the moving wheel 2130 and the moving motor 2110. The moving wheel 2130 is located at the lower end of the fixed frame 2120, and its outer periphery has a slot 2331 for engaging with the power line 7000, allowing the outer wall of the moving wheel 2130 to fit tightly against the outer wall of the power line 7000, ensuring that the power line inspection drone will not detach when moving on the power line 7000. A mobile motor 2110 is located on one side of the fixed frame 2120 and connected to the mobile wheel 2130, driving the mobile wheel 2130 to rotate, thereby moving the power line inspection drone on the power line 7000. Two guide members 2140 are placed on both sides of the fixed frame 2120. One end of each guide member 2140 is connected to the fixed frame 2120, and the other end is connected to the two connecting frames 1120 respectively. A guide groove with an opening facing downward and communicating with the slot 2331 is defined between the two guide members 2140. The width of the guide groove gradually increases from top to bottom, which allows the opening of the guide groove to easily align with the power line 7000 when the power line inspection drone descends above the power line 7000. Under the guidance of the guide groove, the power line 7000 can be stably locked into the slot 2331 on the mobile wheel 2130.

[0041] The inspection component 3000 includes a camera 3100, which is located at one end of the top plate 1110 and extends toward the power line 7000. The camera 3100 is responsible for capturing the condition of the power line 7000 in real time, such as wear, breakage, corrosion, etc., providing accurate information for the maintenance of power facilities.

[0042] In actual use, the operator first controls the power line inspection drone to fly above power line 7000 via remote control. Then, the drone slowly descends, aligning the opening of the guide groove with power line 7000. Guided by the guide groove, power line 7000 is stably engaged in the slot 2331 on the moving wheel 2130. At this point, the moving motor 2110 starts, driving the moving wheel 2130 to rotate, propelling the drone along power line 7000. Simultaneously, the camera 3100 begins operation, capturing the condition of power line 7000 in real time and transmitting the image data to the ground station for processing and analysis.

[0043] According to the first aspect of the present invention, the main support 1100 and rotor mechanism 1200 of the flight component 1000 ensure stable flight of the power line inspection drone. Through the movement mechanism 2100 provided in the movement component 2000, the guide groove limited by the guide member 2140 and the slot 2331 on the moving wheel 2130 cooperate to achieve stable engagement between the power line 7000 and the moving wheel 2130, making the power line inspection drone move more smoothly and reliably on the power line 7000. Furthermore, since the entire power line inspection drone is attached to the power line 7000 via the movement mechanism 2100, collisions between the drone and the power line 7000 are avoided, improving inspection safety. When the power line inspection drone moves on the power line 7000, the camera 3100 of the inspection component 3000 can capture the condition of the power line 7000 in real time, providing accurate and timely information for the maintenance of power facilities.

[0044] Understandably, when the camera 3100 is working, it can capture the condition of the power line 7000 in real time and transmit the image data to the controller of the power line inspection drone. The controller can then control the flight component 1000 and the movement component 2000 to adjust the flight attitude of the power line inspection drone based on the image data, thereby assisting the drone in landing safely.

[0045] Reference Figures 1 to 4 According to the first aspect of the present invention, the power line inspection drone further includes a locking assembly 4000, which includes at least two locking mechanisms 4100. The number of locking mechanisms 4100 corresponds to the number of moving mechanisms 2100, and each moving mechanism 2100 has a locking mechanism 4100 on its lower side. The locking mechanism 4100 mainly consists of a locking motor 4110 and a locking rod 4120. The locking motor 4110 is mounted on one of the connecting frames 1120, and the locking rod 4120 is connected to the locking motor 4110 and arranged along the length of the top plate 1110. Under normal conditions, the locking rod 4120 does not interfere with the process of the power line 7000 being engaged from the guide groove into the slot 2331. Once the wire 7000 is inserted into the slot 2331 from the guide groove, the locking motor 4110 starts and drives the locking rod 4120 to rotate, so that the locking rod 4120 is arranged along the width direction of the top plate 1110, thereby closing the guide groove and restricting the wire 7000 between the two guide members 2140 and the locking rod 4120, ensuring the reliability of the wire inspection drone moving on the wire 7000.

[0046] Understandably, when the power line inspection drone is displaced due to external impact or malfunction, and the power line 7000 is dislodged from the slot 2331 of the moving wheel 2130, the power line 7000 is restrained between the two guides 2140 and the locking rod 4120, allowing the entire power line inspection drone to hang on the power line 7000, thus preventing the power line inspection drone from falling.

[0047] Understandably, in actual use, the operator first controls the wire inspection drone to fly above the wire 7000 using a remote control. Then, the drone is slowly lowered until the opening of the guide groove aligns with the wire 7000. Guided by the guide groove, the wire 7000 is stably engaged in the slot 2331 on the moving wheel 2130. Next, the operator controls the locking assembly 4000 to rotate the locking rod 4120, causing it to rotate along the width of the top plate 1110, thus closing the guide groove and confining the wire 7000 between the two guide members 2140 and the locking rod 4120. After inspection, the operator can control the locking assembly 4000 to rotate the locking rod 4120 back to its position along the length of the top plate 1110, allowing the operator to control the wire inspection drone to fly away from the wire 7000.

[0048] Reference Figure 3 and Figure 4 According to the first aspect of the present invention, a power line inspection drone is provided, wherein a connecting frame 1120 is provided with a locking frame 4130. The locking frame 4130 includes a locking plate 4131 and a locking seat 4132 connected to each other. The locking plate 4131 is connected to the connecting frame 1120, and the connection method can be welding, bolting or other reliable connection methods to ensure the firmness between the locking plate 4131 and the connecting frame 1120. The locking seat 4132 is provided with a mounting groove, and the locking motor 4110 is fixed in the mounting groove on the locking seat 4132. The locking seat 4132 provides a stable support for the locking motor 4110 to prevent it from shaking or displacing during operation.

[0049] Understandably, the locking motor 4110 is fixed to the lower side of the moving mechanism 2100 using the locking bracket 4130, forming an effective transmission connection with the locking rod 4120. When it is necessary to lock the moving wheel 2130, the locking motor 4110 starts, transmitting the locking force to the moving wheel 2130 through the locking rod 4120 to achieve stable locking. When it is necessary to unlock, the locking motor 4110 rotates in the opposite direction, and the locking rod 4120 moves accordingly, releasing the lock on the moving wheel 2130.

[0050] Reference Figures 1 to 4According to the first aspect of the present invention, a wire inspection drone is provided with a locking frame 4130 connected to one of the connecting frames 1120. The other connecting frame 1120 is provided with a locking seat 4140. The locking seat 4140 is designed to provide a stable locking point for the locking rod 4120, ensuring the stability of the locking rod 4120 in the locked state. A locking groove is provided on one side of the locking seat 4140. The shape and size of the locking groove match the end of the locking rod 4120 to ensure that the locking rod 4120 can be accurately engaged within it. When the locking motor 4110 drives the locking rod 4120 to rotate, causing the locking rod 4120 to be arranged along the width direction of the top plate 1110, the end of the locking rod 4120 will accurately engage in the locking groove, thereby achieving stable fixation of the locking rod 4120. This not only improves the reliability of the locking assembly 4000 but also ensures the stability of the wire inspection drone in the locked state.

[0051] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 5 According to the first aspect of the present invention, the power line inspection drone also includes a clearing component 5000. The clearing component 5000 mainly includes a clearing mechanism 5100, which includes a connecting seat 5110, a robotic arm 5120, and a clearer 5130. The connecting seat 5110 is located on the upper side of the top plate 1110, providing a stable mounting base for the robotic arm 5120. One end of the robotic arm 5120 is connected to the connecting seat 5110, and the other end is connected to the clearer 5130. The design of the robotic arm 5120 allows the clearer 5130 to move flexibly under its drive.

[0052] In practical use, when the power line inspection drone travels along power line 7000 and encounters an obstacle, the operator can activate the robotic arm 5120 via remote control. Upon receiving the command, the robotic arm 5120 will move the obstacle clearer 5130 towards the obstacle on power line 7000. The obstacle clearer 5130 can be designed with functions such as cutting, prying, or pushing to handle the obstacle according to its specific type.

[0053] For example, the obstacle clearer 5130 can be a cutting saw, a clamp, a flamethrower, etc. Specifically, when the obstacle is a tree branch, the obstacle clearer 5130 can be a cutting saw, which, driven by the robotic arm 5120, can cut the branch. When the obstacle is a bird's nest, the obstacle clearer 5130 can be a clamp, which, driven by the robotic arm 5120, can dismantle the bird's nest and push it away from the power line 7000. When the obstacle is a plastic bag, the obstacle clearer can be a flamethrower, which, driven by the robotic arm 5120, can burn the plastic bag.

[0054] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 According to the first aspect of the present invention, the power line inspection drone includes a clearing component 5000 comprising two clearing mechanisms 5100 and two clearing devices 5130 disposed at both ends of the top plate 1110 along its length. Each clearing mechanism 5100 includes a connecting seat 5110, a robotic arm 5120, and a clearing device 5130. The clearing devices 5130 of the two clearing mechanisms 5100 may be the same or different, and may be set according to actual needs.

[0055] When an obstacle appears in front of the power line inspection drone, the front obstacle removal mechanism 5100 will activate, and the robotic arm 5120 will drive the obstacle remover 5130 forward to remove the obstacle. Similarly, when an obstacle appears behind or to the side of the power line inspection drone (the rear may also be the side relative to the direction of travel due to the drone's movement), the rear obstacle removal mechanism 5100 will also activate, and the robotic arm 5120 will drive the obstacle remover 5130 backward or in the corresponding direction to ensure that the power line inspection drone can pass smoothly.

[0056] The dual obstacle clearing mechanisms (5100) not only improve the flexibility and efficiency of the power line inspection drone in dealing with obstacles, but also enhance its adaptability and practicality. Whether in complex forest environments or in densely populated urban areas with 7,000 power poles, the power line inspection drone can easily handle various obstacles and maintain efficient inspection capabilities thanks to the dual obstacle clearing mechanisms (5100).

[0057] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 According to the first aspect of the present invention, the power line inspection drone includes an inspection component 3000 comprising at least two cameras 3100, which are respectively positioned at both ends of the top plate 1110 along its length. This enables the power line inspection drone to simultaneously capture image information from the front and rear when it travels on the power line 7000, thus achieving front and rear directional inspection.

[0058] Understandably, during application, the front-end camera 3100 is primarily responsible for capturing the condition of the power lines 7000 along the drone's path, such as wear, breakage, and corrosion, as well as environmental information around the power lines 7000, such as trees and buildings. The rear-end camera 3100 serves as an auxiliary camera, capturing the condition of the power lines 7000 already passed by the drone to ensure no important information is missed. The dual-camera setup not only improves the efficiency and accuracy of the inspection but also enhances the reliability of the power line inspection drone. Even if one camera 3100 malfunctions or is damaged, the other camera 3100 can still function normally, ensuring the smooth progress of the inspection mission.

[0059] Furthermore, the two cameras 3100 can work with other components of the power line inspection drone, such as positioning systems and sensors, to achieve more intelligent inspections. For example, through image recognition technology, the drone can automatically identify abnormalities on the power line 7000 and promptly issue alerts to the operator, reminding them to take appropriate action.

[0060] It should be noted that the inspection component 3000 also includes a pan-tilt unit. Pan-tilt units can be installed at both ends of the top plate 1110 along its length. The camera 3100 is mounted on the pan-tilt unit. The orientation of the camera 3100 can be controlled by the pan-tilt unit, thereby enabling more flexible image capture and a larger field of view.

[0061] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 The power line inspection drone provided according to the first aspect of the present invention also includes two power supply components 6000, which are respectively disposed on the underside of two connecting frames 1120. This takes into account both the center of gravity balance of the inspection drone and facilitates the installation and maintenance of the power supply components 6000.

[0062] During the inspection, because the power line inspection drone is equipped with two power supply components 6000, even if one power supply component 6000 fails or runs out of power, the other power supply component 6000 can still support the power line inspection drone to complete the task of emergency landing or returning to base, ensuring the safety and reliability of the power line inspection drone.

[0063] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 6According to the first aspect of the present invention, the power supply assembly 6000 of the power supply drone includes a power supply frame 6100, a battery 6200 for power supply, and a balancing mechanism 6300. The power supply frame 6100, serving as the support structure for the entire power supply assembly 6000, is connected to the lower side of the connecting frame 1120, ensuring the stability of the connection of the power supply assembly 6000. The battery 6200, as an energy storage unit, is housed within the power supply frame 6100, providing continuous and stable power to the various components of the power supply drone. The balancing mechanism 6300 is located within the power supply frame 6100 and can drive the battery 6200 to move along the width direction of the top plate 1110. This allows the power supply drone to maintain the balance of the main support 1100 by adjusting the position of the battery 6200 as needed when moving on the power line 7000. For example, the power line inspection drone has an acceleration sensor (sensor) to detect the tilt angle. When the power line inspection drone encounters strong winds, or when the obstacle clearing mechanism 5100 deviates or the power line 7000 is tilted, the balancing mechanism 6300 can drive the battery 6200 to move in the opposite direction of the tilt angle to counteract the influence of external forces on the drone's balance, thereby achieving balance without opening the rotor mechanism 1200.

[0064] It should be noted that the balancing mechanisms 6300 of the two power supply components 6000 can cooperate to maintain the balance of the power line inspection drone. When one side of the power line inspection drone is subjected to an external force, the balancing mechanism 6300 of the power supply component 6000 on that side will drive the battery 6200 to move inward, while the balancing mechanism 6300 of the power supply component 6000 on the other side will also make a corresponding adjustment, causing the battery 6200 to move outward. This cooperative working method enables the power line inspection drone to maintain a stable balance in the complex and ever-changing power line environment.

[0065] Understandably, each power supply component 6000 includes a power management module and related wiring. The battery 6200 is responsible for storing electrical energy to power the various components of the power line inspection drone; the power management module is responsible for monitoring the status of the battery 6200 to ensure the reasonable distribution and use of electrical energy, while preventing safety hazards such as overcharging and over-discharging.

[0066] Furthermore, when the performance of the 6200 battery pack deteriorates or needs to be replaced, operators can easily disassemble and replace the power supply component 6000 without modifying other parts of the power line inspection drone.

[0067] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 6According to the first aspect of the present invention, a power supply frame 6100 has a plurality of upwardly extending connecting posts 6110 spaced apart on its upper side. These connecting posts 6110 are tightly connected to the lower side of the connecting frame 1120, ensuring a stable connection between the power supply frame 6100 and the main body of the power supply frame 6100 and the drone body. The balancing mechanism 6300 includes a balancing motor 6310, a lead screw 6320, and a balancing seat 6330. The balancing seat 6330 is located on the upper side of the power supply frame 6100 and can slide along the width direction of the top plate 1110. The battery 6200 is located on the upper side of the balancing seat 6330 and is tightly connected to it. When the balancing seat 6330 moves, the battery 6200 also moves accordingly, thereby achieving dynamic adjustment of the battery 6200's position. The balancing motor 6310 is connected to the power supply frame 6100 and is connected to the balancing seat 6330 via the lead screw 6320. The balancing motor 6310 converts rotational motion into linear motion via the lead screw 6320, thereby driving the balancing seat 6330 to slide on the power supply frame 6100. This not only enables precise control of the battery 6200's position but also improves the response speed and stability of the balancing mechanism 6300.

[0068] In practical use, when the power line inspection drone needs to adjust its balance, the operator can control the balancing motor 6310 to start via remote control or a preset program. The balancing motor 6310 drives the lead screw 6320 to rotate, and the lead screw 6320 drives the balance seat 6330 to slide on the power supply frame 6100, thereby adjusting the position of the battery 6200. By adjusting the position of the battery 6200, the center of gravity distribution of the power line inspection drone can be changed, thus achieving dynamic balance adjustment of the power line inspection drone.

[0069] Of course, the present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiments. Those skilled in the art can make equivalent modifications or substitutions without departing from the spirit of the present invention. All such equivalent modifications or substitutions are included within the scope defined by the claims of this application.

Claims

1. A power line inspection drone, characterized in that, include: The flight assembly includes a main support and a rotor mechanism. The main support includes a top plate and two connecting frames. The two connecting frames are located on both sides of the top plate in the width direction and extend downward. The rotor mechanism is provided at the lower end of each of the two connecting frames. A movable component is disposed on the lower side of the top plate and located between the two connecting frames. The movable component includes at least two movable mechanisms, which are arranged at intervals along the length of the top plate. Each movable mechanism includes a movable motor, a fixed frame, a movable wheel, and two guide members. The fixed frame is connected to the top plate and extends downward. The movable wheel is disposed on the fixed frame and has a slot on its outer periphery for engaging with electrical wires. The movable motor is disposed on one side of the fixed frame and connected to the movable wheel. The two guide members are disposed on both sides of the fixed frame, and a guide groove with a downward opening and communicating with the slot is defined between the two guide members. The width of the guide groove gradually increases from top to bottom. The inspection component includes a camera, which is located at one end of the top plate and extends toward the wire; It also includes a locking assembly, which includes at least two locking mechanisms. Each of the moving mechanisms has a locking mechanism on its lower side. The locking mechanism includes a locking motor and a locking rod. The locking motor is located on one of the connecting frames. The locking rod is connected to the locking motor and arranged along the length direction of the top plate. The locking motor can drive the locking rod to rotate so that the locking rod is arranged along the width direction of the top plate, thereby closing the guide groove. One of the connecting frames is equipped with a locking frame, the locking frame including a locking plate and a locking seat connected to each other, the locking plate being connected to the connecting frame, and the locking motor being fixed to the locking seat; The locking frame is connected to one of the connecting frames, and the other connecting frame is provided with a snap-fit ​​seat. One side of the snap-fit ​​seat is provided with a snap-fit ​​groove. When the locking motor can drive the locking rod to rotate, so that the locking rod is arranged along the width direction of the top plate, the end of the locking rod is snapped into the snap-fit ​​groove. It also includes a clearing assembly, which includes a clearing mechanism, a connecting seat, a robotic arm, and a clearing device. The connecting seat is located on the upper side of the top plate. One end of the robotic arm is connected to the connecting seat, and the other end is connected to the clearing device. The robotic arm can drive the clearing device to move so that the clearing device moves toward the power line.

2. The power line inspection drone according to claim 1, characterized in that, The obstacle removal assembly includes two obstacle removal mechanisms, with the two obstacle removers positioned at opposite ends of the top plate along its length.

3. The power line inspection drone according to claim 1, characterized in that, The inspection component includes at least two cameras, which are positioned at opposite ends of the length of the top plate.

4. The power line inspection drone according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes two power supply components, which are respectively located on the underside of the two connecting frames.

5. The power line inspection drone according to claim 4, characterized in that, The power supply assembly includes a power supply frame, a battery for power supply, and a balancing mechanism. The power supply frame is connected to the lower side of the connecting frame. The balancing mechanism can drive the battery to move along the width direction of the top plate. The balancing mechanisms of the two power supply assemblies cooperate to maintain the balance of the main support.

6. The power line inspection drone according to claim 5, characterized in that, The upper side of the power supply frame is provided with a plurality of upwardly extending connecting columns, which are connected to the lower side of the connecting frame. The balancing mechanism includes a balancing motor, a lead screw, and a balancing seat. The balancing seat is located on the upper side of the power supply frame and can slide along the width direction of the top plate. The balancing motor is connected to the power supply frame and is connected to the balancing seat through the lead screw. The balancing motor can drive the balancing seat to move through the lead screw.

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