Circuit inspection unmanned aerial vehicle shooting method and system

Abstract

The invention discloses a circuit inspection unmanned aerial vehicle shooting method and system, and belongs to the technical field of inspection, the circuit inspection unmanned aerial vehicle shooting system comprises an unmanned aerial vehicle main body, the lower end of the unmanned aerial vehicle main body is fixedly connected with a mounting frame, the two sides of the lower surface of the mounting frame are hinged with protection plates through hinges, and the upper surface of the unmanned aerial vehicle main body is provided with a mounting groove; an electric push rod is fixedly connected to the interior of the mounting groove, a mounting plate is fixedly connected to the telescopic end of the electric push rod, a shooting mechanism is fixedly connected to the middle end of the lower surface of the mounting plate, and opening and closing mechanisms are fixedly connected to the two sides of the lower surface of the mounting plate. By arranging the opening and closing mechanism, the device is prevented from being damaged or interfered in a non-working state, by arranging the shooting mechanism, the accuracy and stability of inspection operation are improved, so that the most appropriate shooting parameters are obtained, by arranging the buffering mechanism, impact and abrasion borne by the unmanned aerial vehicle in the landing process are reduced, and the safety of the unmanned aerial vehicle is improved. And the service life of the unmanned aerial vehicle is prolonged.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of inspection, and in particular to a method and system for a circuit inspection drone to take pictures. Background Art

[0002] With the rapid development of technology, drone technology has been widely applied in various fields. Among them, drone inspection has become an important application. Especially in circuit inspection, drones have gradually become the preferred solution to replace traditional inspection methods due to their high efficiency, low cost, safety and reliability, and high precision.

[0003] Traditional drones need to operate for a long time during inspection. The camera is exposed to the outdoor environment for a long time and is easily damaged due to factors such as high temperature, dust, and humidity, resulting in a decline in shooting quality or equipment failure. And during the inspection process, it is necessary to land frequently to replace the battery, check the equipment or transmit data. The impact during the landing process is likely to cause equipment damage. At the same time, the shooting effect of traditional drones may be affected by various factors, resulting in unstable shooting quality and it is difficult to obtain high-quality inspection images. To solve the above problems, the present invention provides a method and system for a circuit inspection drone to take pictures. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The purpose of the present invention is to solve the deficiencies existing in the prior art, and to propose a method and system for a circuit inspection drone to take pictures.

[0005] To achieve the above purpose, the present invention adopts the following technical solutions:

[0006] A method for a circuit inspection drone to take pictures includes the following steps:

[0007] S1: Import weather and geographical information into the shooting module of the drone body, and obtain basic position information according to the direction of the pole tower;

[0008] S2: After the drone body enters the shooting position according to the basic information, finely adjust the parameters through the cooperation of multiple sensors, and complete the parameter adjustment of the camera module;

[0009] S3: The drone body conducts inspection operations and takes pictures, and obtains the most suitable parameter pictures by comparing with a large number of pictures;

[0010] S4: During the parameter adjustment process of the camera module, the drone body continuously conducts inspections to obtain real-time images and compares them with the demonstration pictures until the appropriate parameters are adjusted.

[0011] A circuit inspection drone shooting system, including a drone main body, a mounting frame is fixedly connected to the lower end of the drone main body, protective plates are hinged to both sides of the lower surface of the mounting frame through hinges, a mounting groove is opened on the upper surface of the drone main body, an electric push rod is fixedly connected inside the mounting groove, the telescopic end of the electric push rod is fixedly connected to a mounting plate, a shooting mechanism is fixedly connected to the middle end of the lower surface of the mounting plate, opening and closing mechanisms are fixedly connected to both sides of the lower surface of the mounting plate, fixing plates are fixedly connected to both sides of the lower surface of the drone main body, buffer mechanisms are provided on the opposite sides of the two fixing plates, and sensors are fixedly connected to both sides of the upper surface of the drone main body.

[0012] As a further improvement of the present invention, the shooting mechanism includes a mounting seat fixedly connected to the middle end of the lower surface of the mounting plate, a connecting seat is rotatably connected inside the mounting seat, a camera is fixedly connected inside the connecting seat, an adjusting motor is fixedly connected to one side of the mounting seat, the power end of the adjusting motor is fixedly connected to the connecting seat, and a camera head is fixedly installed on the front of the camera.

[0013] As a further improvement of the present invention, a shooting module is provided at one end inside the camera, and a camera module is provided at the other end inside the camera.

[0014] As a further improvement of the present invention, the opening and closing mechanism includes upper rotating blocks fixedly connected to both sides of the lower surface of the drone main body, upper connecting blocks are rotatably connected inside the upper rotating blocks, a connecting rod is fixedly connected to the lower surface of the upper connecting block, a lower connecting block is fixedly connected to the lower surface of the connecting rod, and a lower rotating block is rotatably connected to the lower end of the lower connecting block.

[0015] As a further improvement of the present invention, a concave chute is opened on one side of the protective plate, a convex slider adapted to the concave chute is fixedly connected to one side of the lower rotating block, and the convex slider is movably connected to the concave chute.

[0016] As a further improvement of the present invention, the buffer mechanism includes buffer grooves opened on the opposite sides of the two fixing plates, several upper damping buffer members are fixedly connected to the upper end inside the buffer grooves, several lower damping buffer members are fixedly connected to the lower end inside the buffer grooves, a buffer seat is fixedly connected between the several upper damping buffer members and the several lower damping buffer members, limiting holes are opened on both sides of the upper end and the lower end inside the buffer grooves, limiting rods adapted to the limiting holes are fixedly connected to both sides of the upper end and the lower end of the buffer seat, and the limiting rods are movably connected to the limiting holes.

[0017] As a further improvement of the present invention, two support rods are fixedly connected to one side of the buffer seat, the same base is fixedly connected to the lower ends of the two support rods, a reinforcing plate is fixedly connected to the other side of the buffer seat, and the other side of the reinforcing plate is fixedly connected to the installation frame.

[0018] As a further improvement of the present invention, limiting grooves are provided on both sides inside the installation frame, and limiting blocks adapted to the limiting grooves are fixedly connected to both sides of the installation plate.

[0019] As a further improvement of the present invention, mounting rods are fixedly connected to both ends of both sides of the UAV body, and rotor assemblies are provided at the other ends of the mounting rods.

[0020] Advantages of the present invention:

[0021] By setting sensors, during use, by importing weather and geographical information, the UAV can more accurately evaluate flight conditions and shooting environments, thereby formulating more reasonable flight and shooting plans, which helps to reduce shooting mistakes or UAV accidents caused by environmental factors. At the same time, based on the orientation and basic position information of the pole tower, the UAV can quickly locate the target shooting point, avoiding the cumbersome process and errors in traditional manual positioning methods, improving the shooting efficiency, ensuring the accuracy of the shooting position, and the cooperation of multiple sensors can sense environmental changes in real time and finely adjust shooting parameters accordingly, which helps to obtain high-quality shooting images under different lighting and climate conditions, improving the flexibility and adaptability of shooting.

[0022] By setting the opening and closing mechanism, during use, start the electric push rod to accurately control the installation plate and the camera to move smoothly and quickly to the predetermined position. At the same time, the connecting rod drives the protective plate to unfold through the cooperation with the upper rotating block and the lower connecting block to facilitate the movement of the camera out of the installation frame, and the movement of the convex slider in the concave chute ensures the smoothness and reliability of the unfolding process of the protective plate. After shooting, start the electric push rod again to drive the installation plate to move upward until the camera enters the installation frame, and at the same time, the connecting rod drives the protective plate to close, effectively protecting the camera and preventing it from being damaged or interfered in the non-working state. The limiting block moves in the limiting groove inside the installation frame while the installation plate is moving, enhancing the stability of the installation plate.

[0023] By setting up the shooting mechanism, during use, after waiting for the drone to move outside the installation frame, the camera is immediately turned on for inspection operations. At the same time, the motor is adjusted to drive the camera and the camera to change the angle, expanding the field of view, and achieving a more comprehensive and detailed shooting of the circuit. During the parameter adjustment process of the camera module, the drone body continuously conducts inspections and obtains real-time images, which are compared with the demonstration pictures to achieve intelligent adjustment, reducing manual intervention, improving the accuracy and stability of the inspection operations. At the same time, by comparing with a large number of photos, the most suitable shooting parameters are obtained to ensure the shooting quality and improve the inspection efficiency.

[0024] By setting up the buffer mechanism, during use, when the drone body lands, the base first touches the ground, and the shock is transmitted to the buffer seat through the support rod. The upper damping buffer and the lower damping buffer on the buffer seat can effectively absorb and relieve the impact force generated during landing, protecting the internal structure of the drone from damage, reducing the vibration during landing of the device, helping to extend the service life of the drone, and reducing the maintenance cost.

[0025] In summary, the circuit inspection drone shooting method and system provided by the present invention achieve the automation, intelligence, and high efficiency of the shooting process, not only improving the efficiency and accuracy of the inspection operations, reducing the operation difficulty and cost, but also ensuring the safety and stability of the drone, bringing significant convenience and benefits to the circuit inspection work. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0026] Figure 1 It is a schematic structural diagram of a circuit inspection drone shooting system proposed by the present invention.

[0027] Figure 2 It is a schematic structural diagram of the second form of a circuit inspection drone shooting system proposed by the present invention.

[0028] Figure 3 It is a schematic structural diagram of the shooting mechanism of a circuit inspection drone shooting system proposed by the present invention.

[0029] Figure 4 It is a schematic structural diagram of the buffer mechanism of a circuit inspection drone shooting system proposed by the present invention.

[0030] Figure 5 It is a schematic bottom view structure diagram of a circuit inspection drone shooting system proposed by the present invention.

[0031] Figure 6 It is a schematic cross-sectional structure diagram of a circuit inspection drone shooting system proposed by the present invention.

[0032] Figure 7 It is a flow block diagram of a circuit inspection drone shooting method proposed by the present invention.

[0033] In the figure: 1 drone body, 2 mounting frame, 3 protection plate, 4 mounting groove, 5 electric push rod, 6 mounting plate, 7 fixing plate, 8 sensor, 9 mounting seat, 10 connecting seat, 11 camera, 12 adjusting motor, 13 camera lens, 14 shooting module, 15 camera module, 16 upper rotating block, 17 upper connecting block, 18 connecting rod, 19 lower connecting block, 20 lower rotating block, 21 concave sliding groove, 22 buffer groove, 23 upper damping buffer member, 24 lower damping buffer member, 25 buffer seat, 26 limiting hole, 27 limiting rod, 28 support rod, 29 base, 30 reinforcement plate, 31 limiting groove, 32 limiting block, 33 mounting rod, 34 rotor assembly, 35 convex slider. Specific embodiments

[0034] Next, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings in the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of the present invention, rather than all the embodiments.

[0035] Referring to Figure 7 , a circuit inspection drone shooting method includes the following steps:

[0036] S1: Import weather and geographical information into the shooting module 14 of the drone body 1, and obtain basic position information according to the direction of the pole tower.

[0037] S2: After the drone body 1 obtains the basic information, it enters the shooting position, finely adjusts the parameters through the cooperation of multiple sensors 8, and completes the parameter adjustment of the camera module 15.

[0038] S3: The drone body 1 performs inspection operations and takes pictures, and obtains the most suitable parameter pictures by comparing with a large number of pictures.

[0039] S4: During the parameter adjustment process of the camera module 15, the drone body 1 continuously inspects and obtains real-time images and compares them with the demonstration pictures until the appropriate parameters are adjusted.

[0040] Referring to Figures 1-6 , a circuit inspection drone shooting system includes a drone body 1. The lower end of the drone body 1 is fixedly connected with a mounting frame 2. Both sides of the lower surface of the mounting frame 2 are hinged with protection plates 3 through hinges. The upper surface of the drone body 1 is provided with a mounting groove 4. An electric push rod 5 is fixedly connected inside the mounting groove 4. The telescopic end of the electric push rod 5 is fixedly connected with a mounting plate 6. The middle end of the lower surface of the mounting plate 6 is fixedly connected with a shooting mechanism. Both sides of the lower surface of the mounting plate 6 are fixedly connected with opening and closing mechanisms. Both sides of the lower surface of the drone body 1 are fixedly connected with fixing plates 7. Buffer mechanisms are provided on opposite sides of the two fixing plates 7. Sensors 8 are fixedly connected to both sides of the upper surface of the drone body 1.

[0041] In the present invention, the photographing mechanism includes a mounting base 9 fixedly connected to the middle end of the lower surface of the mounting plate 6. A connecting base 10 is rotatably connected inside the mounting base 9. A camera 11 is fixedly connected inside the connecting base 10. One side of the mounting base 9 is fixedly connected with an adjusting motor 12. The power end of the adjusting motor 12 is fixedly connected to the connecting base 10. A camera 13 is fixedly installed on the front surface of the camera 11. A photographing module 14 is provided at one end inside the camera 11, and a camera module 15 is provided at the other end inside the camera 11. By setting the adjusting motor 12, the camera 11 and the camera 13 are driven to change the angle, thereby expanding the photographing field of view of the camera 13. Through the settings of the photographing module 14 and the camera module 15, the automatic inspection photographing of the camera 11 is realized.

[0042] The opening and closing mechanism includes upper rotating blocks 16 fixedly connected to both sides of the lower surface of the UAV body 1. An upper connecting block 17 is rotatably connected inside the upper rotating block 16. A connecting rod 18 is fixedly connected to the lower surface of the upper connecting block 17. A lower connecting block 19 is fixedly connected to the lower surface of the connecting rod 18. A lower rotating block 20 is rotatably connected to the lower end of the lower connecting block 19. A concave chute 21 is formed on one side of the protection plate 3. A convex slider 35 adapted to the concave chute 21 is fixedly connected to one side of the lower rotating block 20. The convex slider 35 is movably connected to the concave chute 21. When the mounting plate 6 moves downward, the connecting rod 18 is driven to move downward. The connecting rod 18 pushes the protection plate 3 to unfold through the cooperation with the upper rotating block 16 and the lower connecting block 19. While the protection plate 3 unfolds, the convex slider 35 on one side of the lower connecting block 19 also moves in the concave chute 21 of the protection plate 3, facilitating the protection plate 3 to unfold to a larger angle. After the photographing is completed, the electric push rod 5 is started again to drive the mounting plate 6 to move upward, and the connecting rod 18 drives the protection plate 3 to close, effectively protecting the camera 11 and preventing it from being damaged or interfered with in the non-working state.

[0043] The buffer mechanism includes buffer grooves 22 opened on the opposite sides of two fixing plates 7. At the upper end inside the buffer grooves 22, several upper damping buffer members 23 are fixedly connected. At the lower end inside the buffer grooves 22, several lower damping buffer members 24 are fixedly connected. A buffer seat 25 is fixedly connected between the several upper damping buffer members 23 and the several lower damping buffer members 24. Limiting holes 26 are opened on both sides of the upper end and the lower end inside the buffer grooves 22. On both sides of the upper end and the lower end of the buffer seat 25, limiting rods 27 adapted to the limiting holes 26 are fixedly connected. The limiting rods 27 are movably connected to the limiting holes 26. On one side of the buffer seat 25, two support rods 28 are fixedly connected. At the lower ends of the two support rods 28, the same base 29 is fixedly connected. On the other side of the buffer seat 25, a reinforcing plate 30 is fixedly connected. The other side of the reinforcing plate 30 is fixedly connected to the mounting frame 2. Through the arrangement of the upper damping buffer members 23 and the lower damping buffer members 24, the impact force received by the UAV main body 1 is effectively alleviated. Through the arrangement of the limiting holes 26 and the limiting rods 27, the buffer seat 25 can be stably fixed in the fixing plate 7. At the same time, the depth of the limiting holes 26 is greater than that of the limiting rods 27. When the buffer seat 25 vibrates, the limiting rods 27 will also move inside the limiting holes 26.

[0044] On both sides inside the mounting frame 2, limiting grooves 31 are opened. On both sides of the mounting plate 6, limiting blocks 32 adapted to the limiting grooves 31 are fixedly connected. Through the arrangement of the limiting grooves 31 and the limiting blocks 32, the movement of the mounting plate 6 inside the mounting frame 2 is made more stable. At both ends of both sides of the UAV main body 1, mounting rods 33 are fixedly connected. At the other ends of the mounting rods 33, rotor assemblies 34 are provided. Through the arrangement of the rotor assemblies 34, power is provided for the flight of the UAV main body 1.

[0045] When the present invention is used, first, information on weather and geography is imported into the shooting module 14 of the UAV main body 1. Based on the direction of the pole tower, basic position information is obtained. According to the basic information, the UAV main body 1 is started and moved to the shooting position. Through the cooperation of multiple sensors 8, the parameters are finely adjusted, and the parameters of the camera module 15 in the camera 11 are adjusted. Then, after the UAV main body 1 moves to the shooting position, the electric push rod 5 is started to drive the mounting plate 6 and the limiting block 32 to move downward. The movement of the limiting block 32 in the limiting groove 31 inside the mounting frame 2 can make the movement of the mounting plate 6 more stable. While the mounting plate 6 moves downward, it can drive the connecting rod 18 to move downward. The connecting rod 18, through the cooperation of the upper rotating block 16 and the lower connecting block 19, pushes the protective plate 3 to unfold. While the protective plate 3 unfolds, the convex slider 35 on one side of the lower connecting block 19 will also move in the concave chute 21 of the protective plate 3, facilitating the protective plate 3 to unfold to a larger angle, so that the electric push rod 5 moves the camera 11 outside the mounting frame 2.

[0046] Wait for the camera 11 to move outside the mounting frame 2, then turn on the camera 13 to perform inspection operations and take photos. Start the adjustment motor 12 to drive the camera 11 to change the angle and expand the field of view for shooting. By comparing with a large number of photos, obtain the most suitable parameters for the photos. During the parameter adjustment of the camera module 15, the UAV body 1 continuously conducts inspections to obtain real-time images and compare them with the demonstration pictures until the appropriate parameters are adjusted. After the adjustment is completed, end the inspection. Then, turn on the electric push rod 5 again to drive the mounting plate 6 to move upward until the camera 11 enters the mounting frame 2. After it completely enters, the connecting rod 18 will also drive the protective plate 3 to close to protect the camera 11. Finally, operate the UAV body 1 to land. When the UAV body 1 lands, the base 29 will first contact the ground, and the vibration generated during landing is transmitted to the buffer seat 25 through the support rod 28. The upper damping buffer member 23 and the lower damping buffer member 24 of the buffer seat 25 can effectively relieve the impact force received by the UAV body 1 and prevent damage to the internal structure of the device.

[0047] The above is only a preferred specific implementation manner of the present invention, but the protection scope of the present invention is not limited thereto. Any person skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed by the present invention, according to the technical solution and inventive concept of the present invention, makes equivalent substitutions or changes, and should be covered by the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A circuit inspection drone photography method, characterized in that: The following steps are involved: S1: Importing weather and geographical information into the camera module (14) of the drone body (1), and obtaining basic location information according to the direction of the tower; S2: The drone body (1) enters the shooting position according to the basic information, finely adjusts the parameters through the cooperation of multiple sensors (8), and completes the parameter adjustment of the camera module (15); S3: The drone body (1) performs inspection operations and takes photos, and obtains the most suitable parameter photos by comparing with a large number of photos; S4: During the process of adjusting the parameters of the camera module (15), the drone body (1) continuously patrols to obtain real-time images and compares them with the demonstration images until the appropriate parameters are adjusted.

2. A circuit inspection drone photography system, characterized in that: The invention comprises an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) body (1), the lower end of the UAV body (1) is fixedly connected to a mounting frame (2), both sides of the lower surface of the mounting frame (2) are hingedly connected to protective plates (3), the upper surface of the UAV body (1) is provided with a mounting groove (4), the interior of the mounting groove (4) is fixedly connected to an electric push rod (5), the telescopic end of the electric push rod (5) is fixedly connected to a mounting plate (6), the middle end of the lower surface of the mounting plate (6) is fixedly connected to a shooting mechanism, both sides of the lower surface of the mounting plate (6) are fixedly connected to an opening and closing mechanism, both sides of the lower surface of the UAV body (1) are fixedly connected to fixing plates (7), the opposite sides of the two fixing plates (7) are provided with buffer mechanisms, and both sides of the upper surface of the UAV body (1) are fixedly connected to sensors (8).

3. A circuit inspection drone photography system according to claim 2, characterized in that: The shooting mechanism comprises a mounting seat (9) fixedly connected to the middle end of the lower surface of the mounting plate (6); a connecting seat (10) is rotatably connected inside the mounting seat (9); a camera (11) is fixedly connected inside the connecting seat (10); an adjusting motor (12) is fixedly connected to one side of the mounting seat (9); a power end of the adjusting motor (12) is fixedly connected to the connecting seat (10); and a camera head (13) is fixedly installed on the front of the camera (11).

4. A circuit inspection drone photography system according to claim 3, characterized in that: A shooting module (14) is provided at one end inside the camera (11), and a camera module (15) is provided at the other end inside the camera (11).

5. The circuit inspection drone photography system according to claim 2, characterized in that: The opening and closing mechanism comprises an upper rotating block (16) fixedly connected to both sides of the lower surface of the drone body (1); the interior of the upper rotating block (16) is rotatably connected to an upper connecting block (17); the lower surface of the upper connecting block (17) is fixedly connected to a connecting rod (18); the lower surface of the connecting rod (18) is fixedly connected to a lower connecting block (19); and the lower end of the lower connecting block (19) is rotatably connected to a lower rotating block (20).

6. A circuit inspection drone photography system according to claim 5, characterized in that: A concave sliding groove (21) is provided on one side of the protective plate (3), and a convex sliding block (35) adapted to the concave sliding groove (21) is fixedly connected to one side of the lower rotating block (20), and the convex sliding block (35) is movably connected to the concave sliding groove (21).

7. The circuit inspection drone photography system according to claim 2, characterized in that: The buffer mechanism comprises a buffer groove (22) provided on the opposite side of the two fixed plates (7); a plurality of upper damping buffer members (23) are fixedly connected to the upper end of the buffer groove (22); a plurality of lower damping buffer members (24) are fixedly connected to the lower end of the buffer groove (22); a buffer seat (25) is fixedly connected between the plurality of upper damping buffer members (23) and the plurality of lower damping buffer members (24); limiting holes (26) are provided on both sides of the upper and lower ends of the buffer groove (22); limiting rods (27) adapted to the limiting holes (26) are fixedly connected to both sides of the upper and lower ends of the buffer seat (25); and the limiting rods (27) are movably connected to the limiting holes (26).

8. The circuit inspection drone photography system according to claim 7, characterized in that: One side of the buffer seat (25) is fixedly connected to two support rods (28), the lower ends of the two support rods (28) are fixedly connected to the same base (29), the other side of the buffer seat (25) is fixedly connected to a reinforcement plate (30), and the other side of the reinforcement plate (30) is fixedly connected to the installation frame (2).

9. The circuit inspection drone photography system according to claim 2, characterized in that: Limiting grooves (31) are provided on both sides of the interior of the installation frame (2), and limiting blocks (32) adapted to the limiting grooves (31) are fixedly connected to both sides of the installation plate (6).

10. The circuit inspection drone photography system according to claim 2, characterized in that: Both ends of the drone body (1) are fixedly connected to mounting rods (33), and the other end of the mounting rod (33) is provided with a rotor assembly (34).

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