Unmanned aerial vehicle warehouse system, material distribution method, device, equipment, medium and product

Abstract

The invention relates to the technical field of unmanned aerial vehicle warehouses, and discloses an unmanned aerial vehicle warehouse system, a material distribution method, device and equipment, a medium and a product, and the system comprises a digital diagram communication unit, a network communication unit, a control unit, a positioning unit and a receiving warehouse unit. The digital diagram communication unit is used for communicating with the target unmanned aerial vehicle; the digital diagram communication unit is in communication connection with the control unit; the network communication unit is in communication connection with a logistics background; the network communication unit is in communication connection with the control unit; the control unit receives a first instruction of the logistics background and sends an unmanned aerial vehicle control instruction; the unmanned aerial vehicle control instruction is used for indicating take-off, landing and material putting of the unmanned aerial vehicle; the control unit receives a second instruction of the logistics background and sends a receiving bin control instruction; the receiving bin control instruction is used for indicating opening and closing of the receiving bin unit; the positioning unit is in communication connection with the control unit; the positioning unit provides unmanned aerial vehicle positioning information. According to the invention, the material distribution efficiency under the condition of unmanned home can be improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of unmanned aerial vehicle hangars, and in particular to unmanned aerial vehicle hangar systems, material distribution methods, devices, equipment, media and products. Background Art

[0002] With the development of science and technology, drones have become an important aviation tool. The emergence of drones not only greatly shortens our time and space, but also provides help for our life and work. In addition, with the growing demand of consumers, unmanned logistics terminal delivery is gradually becoming a new trend in the logistics industry.

[0003] At present, the terminal logistics scenarios for households still mainly rely on manual door-to-door delivery or owners picking up items at stations, which cannot meet the needs of automatic delivery in unmanned home environments. Summary of the invention

[0004] In view of this, the present invention provides an unmanned aerial vehicle hangar system, a material distribution method, a device, equipment, a medium and a product to improve the efficiency of material distribution in unmanned household environments.

[0005] In the first aspect, the present invention provides a drone hangar system, which includes a digital-graphic communication unit, a network communication unit, a control unit, a positioning unit and a receiving bin unit; the digital-graphic communication unit is used to communicate with a target drone; the digital-graphic communication unit is communicatively connected to the control unit; the network communication unit is communicatively connected to a logistics background; the network communication unit is communicatively connected to the control unit; the control unit receives a first instruction from the logistics background and issues a drone control instruction; the drone control instruction is used to instruct the drone to take off, land and drop supplies; the control unit receives a second instruction from the logistics background and issues a receiving bin control instruction; the receiving bin control instruction is used to instruct the opening and closing of the receiving bin unit; the positioning unit is communicatively connected to the control unit; the positioning unit provides drone positioning information.

[0006] The drone hangar system provided by the present invention can automatically deliver materials in unmanned households by integrating a digital image communication unit, a network communication unit, a control unit, a positioning unit and a receiving bin unit, thereby meeting the application scenario requirements of terminal logistics for delivering various materials to households and improving the efficiency of material delivery in unmanned households.

[0007] In an optional embodiment, the system also includes a motor unit; the motor unit is connected to the control unit; the motor unit is used to control the opening and closing of the apron in the receiving bin; the apron is used to park the drone.

[0008] This implementation method ensures the stability of the drone during docking and take-off by adding a motor unit, thereby improving the automation level of the system and the efficiency of material distribution in unmanned households.

[0009] In an optional implementation, the digit-graph communication unit is connected to the control unit via LAN and UART.

[0010] This implementation improves the stability and efficiency of data transmission by connecting the digital-graphic communication unit with the control unit.

[0011] In an optional implementation, the positioning unit is connected to the control unit via UART.

[0012] This embodiment simplifies the system structure and improves the stability and efficiency of data transmission by connecting the positioning unit and the control unit using the UART communication protocol.

[0013] In the second aspect, the present invention provides a method for automatic material delivery by drone, which is applied to a drone warehouse system, and the method includes: obtaining the destination location of the materials to be delivered; based on the destination location, issuing a drone control command to instruct the target drone to take off; when the target drone is less than a preset distance from a receiving bin unit, issuing a receiving bin control command to instruct the receiving bin to open; based on the positioning information, controlling the target drone to land on the apron and deliver the materials.

[0014] The automatic material distribution method using a drone provided by the present invention improves the efficiency and accuracy of material distribution through automated distribution process, positioning control and command response.

[0015] In an optional embodiment, the method further includes: after the delivery of materials is completed, controlling the receiving bin unit to close; controlling the target drone to take off and return; and sending a delivery completion notification instruction to the user.

[0016] This implementation further improves the method of automatic material distribution by drones by adding subsequent processing steps after the delivery of materials, thereby improving the comprehensiveness and reliability of material distribution.

[0017] In the third aspect, the present invention provides a device for automatic material delivery by unmanned aerial vehicles, the device comprising: a position acquisition module, used to obtain the destination position of the materials to be delivered; a unmanned aerial vehicle command module, used to issue unmanned aerial vehicle control commands based on the destination position, instructing the target unmanned aerial vehicle to take off; a receiving bin command module, used to issue a receiving bin control command to instruct the receiving bin to open when the target unmanned aerial vehicle is less than a preset distance from the receiving bin unit; and a material delivery module, used to control the target unmanned aerial vehicle to land on the apron and deliver materials based on the positioning information.

[0018] In an optional embodiment, the device also includes a delivery completion module, which includes: a first delivery completion unit, which is used to control the closing of the receiving bin unit after the delivery of materials is completed; a second delivery completion unit, which is used to control the target drone to take off and return; and a third delivery completion unit, which is used to send a delivery completion notification instruction to the user.

[0019] In a fourth aspect, the present invention provides a computer device, comprising: a memory and a processor, the memory and the processor being communicatively connected to each other, the memory storing computer instructions, and the processor executing the method for automatic material delivery by a drone of the above-mentioned first aspect or any corresponding embodiment thereof by executing the computer instructions.

[0020] In a fifth aspect, the present invention provides a computer-readable storage medium having computer instructions stored thereon, the computer instructions being used to enable a computer to execute the method for automatic material distribution by a drone of the above-mentioned first aspect or any corresponding embodiment thereof.

[0021] In a sixth aspect, the present invention provides a computer program product, comprising computer instructions, wherein the computer instructions are used to enable a computer to execute the method for automatic material delivery by a drone of the above-mentioned first aspect or any corresponding embodiment thereof. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0022] In order to more clearly illustrate the specific implementation methods of the present invention or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings required for use in the specific implementation methods or the description of the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some implementation methods of the present invention. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying creative work.

[0023] Figure 1 is a diagram of the architecture of a drone library system according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0024] Figure 2 is a diagram of the architecture of a drone hangar system according to an optional embodiment of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 3 is a schematic diagram of a flow chart of a method for automatically distributing materials by a drone according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0026] Figure 4 is a flow chart of a method for subsequent processing after automatic delivery by a drone according to an optional embodiment of the present invention;

[0027] Figure 5 is a structural block diagram of a drone automatic material distribution device according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0028] Figure 6It is a schematic diagram of the hardware structure of a computer device according to an embodiment of the present invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0029] In order to make the purpose, technical solution and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention clearer, the technical solution in the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the drawings in the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative work are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0030] In the description of the embodiments of the present application, the term "corresponding" may indicate a direct or indirect correspondence between two items, or an association relationship between the two items, or a relationship between indication and being indicated, configuration and being configured, and the like.

[0031] In this embodiment, a drone hangar system is provided. Figure 1 is a diagram of the drone library system architecture according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 1 The system includes a digital image communication unit, a network communication unit, a control unit, a positioning unit and a receiving bin unit; the digital image communication unit is used to communicate with the target drone; the digital image communication unit is connected to the control unit for communication; the network communication unit is connected to the logistics background for communication; the network communication unit is connected to the control unit for communication; the control unit receives a first instruction from the logistics background and issues a drone control instruction; the drone control instruction is used to instruct the drone to take off, land and drop supplies; the control unit receives a second instruction from the logistics background and issues a receiving bin control instruction; the receiving bin control instruction is used to instruct the opening and closing of the receiving bin unit; the positioning unit is connected to the control unit for communication; the positioning unit provides drone positioning information.

[0032] The drone hangar system provided in this embodiment can be set up on a balcony to realize automatic delivery of materials by drones.

[0033] The digital image communication unit communicates with the target drone, receives the drone's status information (such as battery level, location, flight speed, etc.), and transmits control instructions to the drone, including take-off, landing, and material delivery. The digital image communication unit and the control unit are connected through communication and can transmit instructions and information to each other.

[0034] Optionally, the digital graph communication unit is connected to the control unit via LAN and UART.

[0035] Specifically, LAN (Local Area Network) is a communication network that connects various computers, peripherals and communication devices in a local area. In the drone hangar system, LAN connection can be used for high-speed data transmission between the digital image communication unit and the control unit. Through the LAN connection, the digital image communication unit can feed back the status information of the drone to the control unit, and receive control instructions issued by the control unit, thereby ensuring that the drone can fly and deliver supplies according to the predetermined trajectory and action.

[0036] UART (Universal Asynchronous Receiver / Transmitter) is a serial communication protocol used for short-distance, low-rate communication between devices. In the drone library system, the UART connection can be used as a backup or auxiliary communication method for the LAN connection. When the LAN connection fails or a small amount of data needs to be transmitted, the UART connection can ensure that the basic communication needs between the digital communication unit and the control unit are met.

[0037] The network communication unit is connected to the logistics backend. The logistics backend is the control center of the system, responsible for receiving orders, planning delivery routes, sending delivery instructions, etc. The delivery instructions include the destination location and delivery time of the materials. The network communication unit is connected to the control unit to transmit the instructions of the logistics backend to the control unit, and feedback the status information of the drone warehouse (such as the receiving warehouse status, drone status, etc.) to the logistics backend.

[0038] The control unit receives instructions from the logistics background and sends corresponding control signals according to the instructions. The control signals include drone control instructions and receiving warehouse control instructions. Drone control instructions are used to instruct the drone to take off, land, and drop supplies. Receiving warehouse control instructions are used to instruct the opening and closing of the receiving warehouse unit. When the drone approaches the receiving warehouse, the control unit sends an instruction to open the receiving warehouse so that the drone can land safely and drop supplies. After the drop is completed, the control unit sends an instruction to close the receiving warehouse to ensure the safe storage of supplies.

[0039] The positioning unit provides real-time positioning information of the drone. The positioning information includes the position, speed, and direction of the drone. The positioning unit is connected to the control unit in communication and transmits the positioning information to the control unit. The control unit controls the flight trajectory and landing position of the drone based on the positioning information.

[0040] Optionally, the positioning unit is connected to the control unit via UART.

[0041] The receiving bin unit is a temporary storage point for receiving supplies. When the drone lands and drops supplies, the receiving bin unit opens to receive the supplies. After the drop is completed, the receiving bin unit closes to ensure the safe storage of the supplies. The opening and closing of the receiving bin unit is controlled by the control unit through the receiving bin control command.

[0042] Optionally, the drone hangar system further includes a motor unit;

[0043] The motor unit is connected to the control unit; the motor unit is used to control the opening and closing of the apron in the receiving bin; the apron is used to park the drone.

[0044] The motor unit is used to control the opening and closing of the helipad in the receiving warehouse. The helipad is a platform where the drone is temporarily parked during the delivery process to ensure that the drone can land and take off safely and stably. The motor unit and the control unit are connected through electrical signals or communication protocols to ensure that the control unit can accurately send control instructions to the motor unit. The control unit sends corresponding control instructions to the motor unit based on the instructions from the logistics background and the real-time status of the drone. For example, when the drone approaches the receiving warehouse, the control unit will send an instruction to the motor unit to open the helipad; when the drone completes the delivery of materials and is ready to take off, the control unit will send an instruction to the motor unit to close the helipad.

[0045] Optionally, the drone hangar system provided in the embodiment of the present invention has two receiving methods. One is that the drone hangar directly opens the receiving bin unit, and then the drone directly delivers the materials to the receiving bin. The other is that if the drone is delivering fragile items and cannot deliver them directly, the drone hangar motor unit controls the helipad in the receiving bin to open, and the drone lands on the helipad and sends a notification to remind the user to manually remove the goods.

[0046] Figure 2 This is a diagram of the drone library system architecture according to an optional embodiment of the present invention. The drone library of this embodiment may specifically be:

[0047] The hangar is integrated with communication modules such as digital maps to communicate with the drone. This module is connected to the host through LAN and UART. The hangar is integrated with a control host, which can report the current status to the background through the network. The hangar is connected to the wired network or WIFI, 5G and other communication modules through the host to connect with the logistics background. The hangar is integrated with an RTK module, which is connected to the host through UART to locate the drone. The balcony hangar apron is opened and closed by the RS485 motor controlled by the host.

[0048] The drone warehouse system of the present invention realizes the functions of automatic take-off, landing, material delivery, and opening and closing of the receiving bin of the drone by integrating a digital image communication unit, a network communication unit, a control unit, a positioning unit, and a receiving bin unit. It can automatically deliver materials in unmanned homes, meet the application scenario requirements of terminal logistics for delivering various materials to homes, and improve the efficiency of material delivery in unmanned homes.

[0049] According to an embodiment of the present invention, an embodiment of a method for automatic material distribution by a drone is provided. It should be noted that the steps shown in the flowchart of the accompanying drawings can be executed in a computer system such as a set of computer executable instructions, and although a logical order is shown in the flowchart, in some cases, the steps shown or described can be executed in an order different from that shown here.

[0050] In this embodiment, a method for automatically distributing materials by drone is provided. Figure 3 FIG. 1 is a flow chart of a method for automatically distributing materials by a drone according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 3 As shown, the method is applied to the drone library system, and the process includes the following steps:

[0051] Step S301, obtaining the destination location of the materials to be delivered.

[0052] The logistics backend may automatically generate a delivery address based on the order information, or the user can manually enter the destination location through a mobile app, web page, or other interface.

[0053] Step S302: Based on the destination location, a drone control command is issued to instruct the target drone to take off.

[0054] After receiving the destination location information from the logistics background or input by the user, the control unit calculates the take-off instructions of the drone according to the preset flight route and algorithm, and sends it to the target drone through the digital image communication unit.

[0055] Step S303: When the distance between the target UAV and the receiving bin unit is less than a preset distance, a receiving bin control instruction is issued to instruct the receiving bin to open.

[0056] The control unit can determine the distance between the drone and the receiving bin unit through the real-time positioning information of the drone provided by the positioning unit. When the distance is less than the preset value, the control unit issues a receiving bin control instruction to control the receiving bin to open through the motor unit or other driving device.

[0057] Step S304: Based on the positioning information, the target UAV is controlled to land on the apron and drop supplies.

[0058] The control unit continuously receives the real-time positioning information of the drone provided by the positioning unit, and accurately controls the flight trajectory and landing position of the drone based on this positioning information. The drone can obtain information through the camera and calculate the positioning information based on the algorithm. When the drone reaches the top of the apron, the control unit issues a delivery command, and the drone executes the delivery action to deliver the materials into the receiving bin.

[0059] The automatic material distribution method using a drone provided by the present invention improves the efficiency and accuracy of material distribution through automated distribution process, positioning control and command response.

[0060] In this optional embodiment, a method for post-processing after automatic delivery by drone is provided. Figure 4 FIG. 1 is a flow chart of a method for processing a subsequent automatic delivery of a drone according to an optional embodiment of the present invention. Figure 4 As shown, the process includes the following steps:

[0061] Step S401, after the delivery of materials is completed, the receiving bin unit is controlled to close.

[0062] When the drone completes the delivery of materials, the control unit will receive a feedback signal from the digital image communication unit or the positioning unit to confirm that the materials have been successfully delivered. Then, the control unit will issue a receiving bin control command to control the receiving bin unit to close through the motor unit or other drive device.

[0063] Step S402, controlling the target UAV to take off and return.

[0064] After confirming that the receiving compartment is closed, the control unit will issue a drone control command to instruct the target drone to take off. After receiving the command, the drone will fly according to the preset return route and eventually return to the take-off point or designated location.

[0065] Step S403, sending a delivery completion notification instruction to the user.

[0066] After confirming that the drone has returned safely, the control unit will send a delivery completion notification command to the logistics background or user device (such as a mobile phone, computer, etc.) through the network communication unit. After receiving the command, the logistics background or user device will display the delivery completion information to the user or send a notification message.

[0067] The specific process of the method for automatic material distribution by drone of the optional embodiment of the present invention is as follows:

[0068] The network communication unit receives the delivery instructions from the logistics background, including the destination location of the materials, the delivery time and other information. The control unit issues a drone control instruction according to the instruction, instructing the target drone to take off and start the delivery task. When the drone approaches the drone hangar, the positioning unit provides the real-time positioning information of the drone, and the control unit accurately controls the flight trajectory and landing position of the drone based on the information. When the drone is less than the preset distance from the receiving warehouse unit, the control unit issues a receiving warehouse control instruction, instructing the receiving warehouse unit to open, in preparation for the landing of the drone and the delivery of materials. The drone lands accurately on the apron and automatically delivers the materials into the receiving warehouse unit. After the delivery of materials is completed, the control unit issues an instruction to close the receiving warehouse unit to ensure the safe storage of materials. After the receiving warehouse unit is closed, the control unit issues an instruction to instruct the drone to take off and return to the take-off point or designated location to prepare for the next delivery task. The network communication unit feeds back the delivery completion information to the logistics background, and the logistics background then notifies the user through the user device that the materials have been successfully delivered.

[0069] The specific process of the method for automatic material distribution by drone of another optional embodiment of the present invention is as follows:

[0070] After receiving the command at the hanging point, the drone uses RTK positioning to follow the established route to the balcony receiving hangar. When the drone approaches the balcony hangar with the object, the background sends a command to open the receiving warehouse. There is a QR code attached to the receiving warehouse apron. When the drone is docked above the balcony hangar, the drone camera algorithm is used to accurately locate the drone and achieve precise landing. After the drone docks (or hovers), the background automatically sends the command to drop the object. After the object is dropped, the logistics background notifies the drone to leave and closes the receiving warehouse. After the process is completed, the logistics background sends a text message to the owner.

[0071] In summary, the method and process of automatic material distribution by drone provided in this embodiment realizes efficient and accurate material distribution through automated distribution process, positioning control and command response. This method not only improves distribution efficiency and reduces labor costs, but also provides users with a more convenient and fast service experience. At the same time, by introducing a network communication unit, a control unit, a positioning unit and a receiving warehouse unit, and adopting advanced drone technology and communication technology, this method also has high reliability and can adapt to distribution tasks under different scenarios and needs.

[0072] In this embodiment, a drone automatic material distribution device is also provided, which is used to implement the above-mentioned embodiments and preferred implementation modes, and the descriptions that have been made will not be repeated. As used below, the term "module" can be a combination of software and / or hardware that implements a predetermined function. Although the devices described in the following embodiments are preferably implemented in software, the implementation of hardware, or a combination of software and hardware, is also possible and conceivable.

[0073] This embodiment provides a drone automatic material distribution device, such as Figure 5 As shown, including:

[0074] The location acquisition module 501 is used to acquire the destination location of the materials to be delivered.

[0075] The drone command module 502 is used to issue a drone control command based on the destination location to instruct the target drone to take off.

[0076] The receiving bin instruction module 503 is used to issue a receiving bin control instruction to instruct the receiving bin to open when the target UAV is less than a preset distance from the receiving bin unit.

[0077] The material delivery module 504 is used to control the target UAV to land on the apron and deliver materials based on the positioning information.

[0078] In an optional embodiment, the device further includes a delivery completion module, and the delivery completion module includes:

[0079] The first delivery completion unit is used to control the closing of the receiving warehouse unit after the delivery of materials is completed.

[0080] The second delivery completion unit is used to control the target UAV to take off and return.

[0081] The third delivery completion unit is used to send a delivery completion notification instruction to the user.

[0082] The further functional description of each of the above modules and units is the same as that of the above corresponding embodiments and will not be repeated here.

[0083] The automatic material distribution device of the drone in this embodiment is presented in the form of a functional unit, where the unit refers to an ASIC (Application Specific Integrated Circuit) circuit, a processor and memory that executes one or more software or fixed programs, and / or other devices that can provide the above functions.

[0084] The embodiment of the present invention also provides a computer device having the above Figure 5 The drone automatic material distribution device shown.

[0085] See also Figure 6 , Figure 6 is a schematic diagram of the structure of a computer device provided by an optional embodiment of the present invention, such as Figure 6As shown, the computer device includes: one or more processors 10, a memory 20, and interfaces for connecting various components, including high-speed interfaces and low-speed interfaces. Various components are connected to each other using different buses for communication, and can be installed on a common mainboard or installed in other ways as needed. The processor can process the instructions executed in the computer device, including instructions stored in or on the memory to display the graphical information of the GUI on an external input / output device (such as, a display device coupled to the interface). In some optional embodiments, if necessary, multiple processors and / or multiple buses can be used together with multiple memories and multiple memories. Similarly, multiple computer devices can be connected, and each device provides some necessary operations (for example, as a server array, a group of blade servers, or a multi-processor system). Figure 6 A processor 10 is taken as an example.

[0086] The processor 10 may be a central processing unit, a network processor or a combination thereof. The processor 10 may further include a hardware chip. The hardware chip may be a dedicated integrated circuit, a programmable logic device or a combination thereof. The programmable logic device may be a complex programmable logic device, a field programmable gate array, a general purpose array logic or any combination thereof.

[0087] The memory 20 stores instructions executable by at least one processor 10, so that at least one processor 10 executes the method shown in the above embodiment.

[0088] The memory 20 may include a program storage area and a data storage area, wherein the program storage area may store an operating system, an application required for at least one function; the data storage area may store data created according to the use of the computer device, etc. In addition, the memory 20 may include a high-speed random access memory, and may also include a non-transient memory, such as at least one disk storage device, a flash memory device, or other non-transient solid-state storage device. In some optional embodiments, the memory 20 may optionally include a memory remotely arranged relative to the processor 10, and these remote memories may be connected to the computer device via a network. Examples of the above-mentioned network include, but are not limited to, the Internet, an intranet, a local area network, a mobile communication network, and combinations thereof.

[0089] The memory 20 may include a volatile memory, such as a random access memory; the memory may also include a non-volatile memory, such as a flash memory, a hard disk or a solid state drive; the memory 20 may also include a combination of the above types of memory.

[0090] The computer device also includes an input device 30 and an output device 40. The processor 10, the memory 20, the input device 30 and the output device 40 may be connected via a bus or other means. Figure 6 The example of connecting through bus is taken in the following.

[0091] The input device 30 can receive input digital or character information, and generate key signal input related to the user settings and function control of the computer device, such as a touch screen, a keypad, a mouse, a track pad, a touch pad, an indicator bar, one or more mouse buttons, a trackball, a joystick, etc. The output device 40 may include a display device, an auxiliary lighting device (e.g., an LED) and a tactile feedback device (e.g., a vibration motor), etc. The above-mentioned display device includes but is not limited to a liquid crystal display, a light emitting diode, a display and a plasma display. In some optional embodiments, the display device can be a touch screen.

[0092] The embodiment of the present invention also provides a computer-readable storage medium. The method according to the embodiment of the present invention can be implemented in hardware, firmware, or can be implemented as a computer code that can be recorded in a storage medium, or can be implemented as a computer code that is originally stored in a remote storage medium or a non-temporary machine-readable storage medium and will be stored in a local storage medium through a network download, so that the method described herein can be stored in such software processing on a storage medium using a general-purpose computer, a dedicated processor, or programmable or dedicated hardware. Among them, the storage medium can be a magnetic disk, an optical disk, a read-only storage memory, a random access memory, a flash memory, a hard disk or a solid-state hard disk, etc.; further, the storage medium can also include a combination of the above types of memories. It can be understood that a computer, a processor, a microprocessor controller, or programmable hardware includes a storage component that can store or receive software or computer code. When the software or computer code is accessed and executed by a computer, a processor, or hardware, the method shown in the above embodiment is implemented.

[0093] A part of the present invention may be applied as a computer program product, such as a computer program instruction, which, when executed by a computer, can call or provide the method and / or technical solution according to the present invention through the operation of the computer. Those skilled in the art should understand that the existence of the computer program instruction in a computer-readable medium includes, but is not limited to, a source file, an executable file, an installation package file, etc., and accordingly, the way in which the computer program instruction is executed by the computer includes, but is not limited to: the computer directly executes the instruction, or the computer compiles the instruction and then executes the corresponding compiled program, or the computer reads and executes the instruction, or the computer reads and installs the instruction and then executes the corresponding installed program. Here, the computer-readable medium may be any available computer-readable storage medium or communication medium accessible to the computer.

[0094] Although the embodiments of the present invention have been described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, those skilled in the art may make various modifications and variations without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention, and such modifications and variations are all within the scope defined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A drone hangar system, characterized in that: The system includes a digital-graphic communication unit, a network communication unit, a control unit, a positioning unit and a receiving bin unit; The digital image communication unit is used to communicate with the target UAV; The digit-graph communication unit is communicatively connected with the control unit; The network communication unit is connected to the logistics background for communication; the network communication unit is connected to the control unit for communication; The control unit receives the first instruction from the logistics background and issues a drone control instruction; the drone control instruction is used to instruct the drone to take off, land, and drop supplies; The control unit receives the second instruction from the logistics background and issues a receiving bin control instruction; the receiving bin control instruction is used to instruct the opening and closing of the receiving bin unit; The positioning unit is in communication with the control unit; the positioning unit provides the drone positioning information.

2. The system according to claim 1, characterized in that The system also includes a motor unit; The motor unit is connected to the control unit; the motor unit is used to control the opening and closing of the apron in the receiving bin; the apron is used to park the drone.

3. The system according to claim 1, characterized in that The digital image communication unit is connected to the control unit via LAN and UART.

4. The system according to claim 1, characterized in that The positioning unit is connected to the control unit via UART.

5. A method for automatically distributing materials by drones, the method being applied to the drone hangar system according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that: The method comprises: Get the destination location of the materials to be delivered; Based on the destination location, issuing the drone control instruction to instruct the target drone to take off; When the target UAV is less than a preset distance from the receiving bin unit, the receiving bin control instruction is issued to instruct the receiving bin to open; Based on the positioning information, the target UAV is controlled to land on the apron and drop supplies.

6. The method according to claim 5, characterized in that The method further comprises: After the delivery of materials is completed, the receiving bin unit is controlled to close; Control the target UAV to take off and return; Send a delivery completion notification command to the user.

7. An automatic material distribution device using a drone, characterized in that: The device comprises: A location acquisition module is used to obtain the destination location of the materials to be delivered; A drone command module, used to issue the drone control command based on the destination location to instruct the target drone to take off; A receiving bin instruction module, used to issue the receiving bin control instruction to instruct the receiving bin to open when the target UAV is less than a preset distance from the receiving bin unit; The material delivery module is used to control the target UAV to land on the apron and deliver materials based on the positioning information.

8. A computer device, characterized in that: include: A memory and a processor, wherein the memory and the processor are communicatively connected to each other, the memory stores computer instructions, and the processor executes the method for automatic material distribution by a drone as described in any one of claims 5 to 6 by executing the computer instructions.

9. A computer-readable storage medium, characterized in that: The computer-readable storage medium stores computer instructions, and the computer instructions are used to enable a computer to execute the method for automatic material distribution by a drone according to any one of claims 5 to 6.

10. A computer program product, characterized in that It includes computer instructions, which are used to enable a computer to execute the method for automatic material distribution by a drone as described in any one of claims 5 to 6.

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