Hybrid flight mode aerocar cockpit and control method

Abstract

The invention relates to an aerocar cockpit in a hybrid flight mode and a control method, and belongs to the technical field of aerocars. The functions of three pedals and a steering wheel of the cockpit in a land walking mode and a flight mode are designed respectively, the cockpit hardware layout and the driving mode design are optimized, and the flight mode design is optimized. The manual control requirements of land walking and flight modes are met, and the control burden of a driver is reduced; in the switching process of the flying car between the land walking mode and the flight mode, the flight control system automatically adjusts the control logic, smooth transition of control is ensured, and the safety risk during mode switching is reduced; according to the invention, the operation of a driver on cockpit hardware is converted into corresponding electric signals, and the electric signals are processed by a flight control system to control the power output of mechanisms such as an engine and a motor, so that the operation of direction speed height is realized; the invention aims to solve the problems of control complexity and safety when the existing hovercar is switched between a land walking mode and a flight mode.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of flying cars, and in particular to a flying car cockpit and a control method with a hybrid flight mode, and more particularly to a flying car cockpit and a control method with a hybrid flight mode of land and flight. Background Art

[0002] As urban traffic congestion becomes increasingly severe, flying cars, as a new mode of transportation, are becoming an essential component of future urban transportation. Flying cars combine the land-based capabilities of traditional cars with the flight capabilities of aircraft, enabling vertical takeoff and landing and aerial flight in complex ground traffic environments, offering high flexibility and maneuverability. However, existing flying cars still face numerous operational challenges, particularly regarding the complexity and safety of switching between land-based and flight modes.

[0003] Currently, the main technical configurations for flying cars include tilt-rotor, composite wings, and multi-rotor aircraft. Tilt-rotor flying cars, among others, enable a smooth transition between vertical takeoff and landing and horizontal flight, but their control systems are complex. Especially during the tilt-rotation transition, attitude control and power distribution require highly precise control. Existing flying car control schemes largely draw on the control models of traditional cars and fixed-wing aircraft. However, in practice, the control system of a flying car must meet the requirements of both land and air modes, leading to particularly complex and safety-critical control issues.

[0004] For example, existing flying cars typically use a traditional steering wheel, accelerator, and brake pedals for control in land mode, while in flight mode, they require the use of aircraft control devices such as a joystick, thrust control lever, and rudder pedals. This dual-mode control system not only increases the driver's control burden but also easily leads to misoperation during mode switching, increasing the safety risks of the flying car. Furthermore, existing flying car control systems lack control accuracy and stability during the tilt transition phase, which can easily lead to loss of attitude control or uneven power distribution during the mode switch. Summary of the Invention

[0005] In view of the above problems, the present invention provides a hybrid flight mode flying car cockpit and control method, taking into account the hybrid land and flight modes. The present invention designs a steering wheel, gear switching mechanism, pedal assembly, thrust control lever TCL, joystick mechanism and flight control system in the cockpit, and also designs multiple driving modes to achieve smooth switching of the flying car between land and flight modes, improve the convenience and safety of control, and aim to solve the control complexity and safety problems of existing flying cars when switching between land and flight modes.

[0006] The present invention provides a hybrid flight mode flying car cockpit, comprising:

[0007] The steering wheel 1, the gear shift mechanism 2, the pedal assembly 3, the thrust control lever 5 and the control mechanism are respectively arranged on the central control platform 9;

[0008] Also included are a main driver's seat 6-1 and a co-driver's seat 6-2 arranged on the cockpit floor;

[0009] The main driver's seat 6-1 is provided with a joystick mechanism;

[0010] The control mechanism includes an operation panel 7 and a display instrument mechanism;

[0011] The operation panel 7 includes a mode switching touch key 7-1 and an emergency switch 7-2; the mode switching key 7-1 is used to switch between vertical take-off and landing mode and fixed-wing mode;

[0012] The emergency switch 7-2 is used to quickly switch the driving mode or enable the automatic driving assistance system in an emergency to ensure flight safety.

[0013] Optionally, the driving modes of the flying car include: a land mode and a flight mode.

[0014] Optionally, a flight control system is also included; the flight control system includes a first digital signal processor and a second digital signal processor which serve as a primary and a backup for each other.

[0015] Optionally, the flight control system includes a land mode control unit and a flight mode control unit.

[0016] Optionally, the flight mode control unit includes a power supply module 10 - 1 , a sensor subsystem 10 - 3 and an actuator 10 - 4 , which are respectively connected to the flight control computer 10 - 2 .

[0017] Optionally, the pedal assembly 3 includes a first pedal 3-1, a second pedal 3-2 and a third pedal 3-3 respectively connected to the central control platform.

[0018] In flight mode, the third pedal transmits a yaw signal to the flight mode control unit;

[0019] In the land mode, the third pedal transmits a current signal required by the on-wheel motor to the land mode control unit.

[0020] Optionally, the joystick mechanism includes a joystick 4 and a fly-by-wire control system; the joystick is provided on the main driver's seat 6-1;

[0021] The fly-by-wire control system includes a joystick sensor, an electronic control unit, and an actuator. The fly-by-wire control system obtains the joystick displacement via the joystick sensor, converts the joystick position into a corresponding electronic signal via the electronic control unit, and the actuator receives the corresponding electronic signal to realize the control of the flying car.

[0022] Another object of the present invention is to provide a method for controlling the cockpit of a hybrid flying car, which is characterized by comprising:

[0023] In the flight mode phase, the central control platform shields the signal of the second pedal, and the pilot controls the first pedal, the third pedal, the joystick 4 and / or the thrust control lever 5, and collects the sensor data of the aircraft at the current moment based on the sensor subsystem 10-3;

[0024] After receiving the sensor data from the sensor subsystem at the current moment, the flight control computer 10-2 analyzes the current flight status;

[0025] According to the current flight state and the preset flight logic or the ground station instruction, the parameters to be adjusted of the actuator 10-4 at the current moment are obtained, and the control surface angle, the rotor speed and / or the nacelle inclination angle are adjusted based on the parameters to be adjusted of the actuator 10-4 at the current moment;

[0026] In land mode, the central control platform shields the signal of the first pedal 3-1. The driver controls the steering wheel, gear shift mechanism, and the second pedal 3-2 to transmit brake pressure for braking and deceleration, and controls the third pedal 3-3 to transmit the current signal required by the on-wheel motor to the land mode control unit to control the acceleration of the flying car.

[0027] Optionally, the flying car is a twin-rotor tiltable flying car.

[0028] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has at least the following beneficial effects:

[0029] (1) The present invention designs the functions of the three pedals and the steering wheel in the cockpit for land and flight modes respectively, optimizes the cockpit hardware layout and driving mode design, and realizes the manual control requirements of land and flight modes. The flying car can switch between land and flight modes more conveniently, reducing the control burden on the driver;

[0030] (2) During the switching process between the ground and flight modes of the flying car of the present invention, the flight control system automatically adjusts the control logic to ensure a smooth transition of control and reduce the safety risks during mode switching;

[0031] (3) In the present invention, the manipulation of the cockpit hardware by the pilot is converted into corresponding electrical signals, which are processed by the flight control system to control the power output of the engine, motor and other mechanisms, thereby realizing the manipulation of direction, speed and altitude. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0032] The drawings are only for purposes of illustrating particular embodiments and are not to be considered limiting of the invention.

[0033] Figure 1 Schematic diagram of a cockpit of a flying car in hybrid flight mode according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0034] Figure 2 1 is a schematic diagram of a front view of a cockpit of a flying car in a hybrid flight mode according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0035] Figure 3 is a schematic diagram of a side view of a cockpit of a flying car in hybrid flight mode according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0036] Figure 4 Schematic diagram of a hybrid flying mode flying car driving mode in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0037] Figure 5 A schematic diagram of a flight control system according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0038] Figure 6 Schematic diagram of the sensor subsystem in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0039] Reference numerals:

[0040] Steering wheel 1, gear shift mechanism 2, pedal assembly 3, first pedal 3-1, second pedal 3-2, third pedal 3-3, joystick 4, thrust control lever 5, main pilot seat 6-1, co-pilot seat 6-2, operation panel 7, mode switch touch key 7-1, emergency switch 7-2, primary flight display 8-1, secondary flight display 8-2, central control platform 9, power module 10-1, flight control computer 10-2, sensor subsystem 10-3, execution Mechanism 10-4, magnetometer 10-31, barometer 10-32, differential GPS positioning one 10-33, differential GPS positioning two 10-34, accelerometer 10-35, vertical gyroscope 10-36, rate gyroscope 10-37, distance sensor 10-38, tilt servo 10-41, lateral servo 10-42, longitudinal servo 10-43, retractable servo 10-44, wingtip thrusters 10-45, rotor 10-46. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0041] In order to more clearly understand the above-mentioned objects, features and advantages of the present invention, the present invention is further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. It should be noted that, in the absence of conflict, the embodiments of the present invention and the features in the embodiments can be combined with each other. In addition, the present invention can also be implemented in other ways different from those described herein. Therefore, the scope of protection of the present invention is not limited by the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0042] A specific embodiment of the present invention, as Figure 1-6 The present invention provides a hybrid flight mode flying car cockpit, comprising:

[0043] The steering wheel 1, gear shift mechanism 2, pedal assembly 3, thrust control lever TCL 5 and control mechanism are respectively arranged on the central control platform 9;

[0044] Also included are a main driver's seat 6-1 and a co-driver's seat 6-2 arranged on the cockpit floor;

[0045] The main driver's seat 6-1 is provided with a joystick mechanism;

[0046] Optionally, the joystick mechanism includes a joystick 4 and a fly-by-wire system;

[0047] The joystick is arranged on the main driving seat 6-1;

[0048] Optionally, the control mechanism includes an operation panel 7 and a display instrument mechanism;

[0049] Furthermore, the operation panel 7 includes a mode switching touch key 7-1 and an emergency switching switch 7-2;

[0050] The display instrument mechanism includes a primary flight display 8-1 and a secondary flight display 8-2;

[0051] The operation panel 7 is arranged between the primary flight display 8-1 and the secondary flight display 8-2;

[0052] Optionally, the driving modes of the flying car include: a land mode and a flight mode;

[0053] Optionally, the central control platform 9 further includes a flight control system; the flight control system includes a first digital signal processor and a second digital signal processor which are primary and backup of each other;

[0054] Optionally, the flight control system includes a land mode control unit and a flight mode control unit; after the driver presses the mode switching touch button, the flight control system determines whether the flying car is in a safe and stationary state, and then switches the land mode control unit and the flight mode control unit.

[0055] Optionally, the flight mode control unit includes a power module 10 - 1 , a flight control computer 10 - 2 , a sensor subsystem 10 - 3 , and an actuator 10 - 4 ;

[0056] Furthermore, the sensor subsystem 10-3 includes a magnetometer 10-31, a barometer 10-32, a differential GPS positioning 1 10-33, a differential GPS positioning 2 10-34, an accelerometer 10-35, a vertical gyroscope 10-36, a rate gyroscope 10-37 and a distance sensor 10-38; the magnetometer, barometer, differential GPS positioning 1, differential GPS positioning 2, accelerometer, vertical gyroscope, rate gyroscope and distance sensor are connected in series; the differential GPS positioning 1 and differential GPS positioning 2 are connected in parallel;

[0057] Furthermore, the actuator includes a steering gear system and a power system;

[0058] Furthermore, the steering gear system includes a tilt steering gear 10-41, a transverse steering gear 10-42, a longitudinal steering gear 10-43, and a retraction steering gear 10-44; the retraction steering gear is used to control the retraction and extension of the landing gear to meet the needs of different flight stages;

[0059] The power system includes wingtip thrusters 10-45 and rotors 10-46;

[0060] Optionally, the flight mode includes a fixed-wing stage driving mode and a rotary-wing stage driving mode;

[0061] Optionally, the flying car has an automatic driving function;

[0062] Exemplarily, the flying car is a twin-rotor tiltable flying car;

[0063] Optionally, a quality house model is introduced to analyze driver needs and design driving modes for different driving stages.

[0064] Optionally, the steering wheel 1 is set on the central control platform 9 through the connecting mechanism 1-1, and is located directly in front of the main driver's seat 6-1; a steering wheel sensor is set in the steering wheel 1 to obtain the rotation angle and the acceleration of the rotation angle, and obtain corresponding electrical signals based on the rotation angle and the acceleration of the rotation angle. The corresponding electrical signals are used to control the deflection of the servo of the front wheel of the flying car, and further control the flying car to travel left or right.

[0065] Specifically, the steering wheel 1 is controlled to rotate to the left, driving the front wheels of the flying car to tilt to the left, and the flying car moves to the left; the steering wheel is controlled to rotate to the right, driving the front wheels of the flying car to tilt to the right, and the flying car moves to the right;

[0066] In the present invention, a steering wheel sensor is provided inside the steering wheel. The steering wheel sensor obtains the rotation angle and the acceleration of the rotation angle, converts the rotation angle and the acceleration of the rotation angle into electrical signals, and controls the deflection of the front wheel servo of the flying car, which greatly reduces the structural weight and can meet the driver's more personalized control needs.

[0067] Optionally, the gear switching mechanism 2 is arranged on one side of the connecting mechanism 1-1, and is used to convert the position signal into an electrical signal and transmit it to the flight control system of the central control platform, and complete the gear switching after processing by the flight control system.

[0068] Optionally, the gear switching mechanism is a hand-operated gear switching mechanism, which is used for gear switching in land mode.

[0069] Optionally, the gear shifter includes P gear, R gear, N gear and D gear, wherein the P gear is used to lock the transmission system to prevent the vehicle from sliding; the R gear is used to change the direction of the transmission system to reverse the vehicle; the N gear is used to disconnect the engine from the wheels, and the vehicle is in a stationary or coasting state; the D gear is used to automatically adjust the gear position for the vehicle to move forward in a stationary or coasting state;

[0070] The present invention designs a hand-operated gear shift mechanism, which frees up the space of the central control platform and reduces the occupation of the lateral space. At the same time, it enables the driver's hands to always remain on the steering wheel, thereby improving driving safety and convenience.

[0071] Optionally, the pedal assembly 3 includes a first pedal 3-1, a second pedal 3-2 and a third pedal 3-3;

[0072] The first pedal 3-1, the second pedal 3-2 and the third pedal 3-3 are respectively arranged below the central control platform 9 and in front of the main driver's seat 6-1;

[0073] In flight mode, the third pedal transmits a yaw signal to the flight mode control unit;

[0074] In the land mode, the third pedal transmits the current signal required by the wheel motor to the land mode control unit;

[0075] In one embodiment of the present invention, in land mode, the central control platform shields the signal of the first pedal 3-1, the second pedal 3-2 transmits brake pressure to implement the braking function, and the third pedal 3-3 transmits the current signal required by the wheel motor to the land mode control unit to implement the throttle function and control the acceleration of the flying car.

[0076] Specifically, when the driver steps on the third pedal 3-3, the sensor in the third pedal converts the pedal stroke into a corresponding electrical signal and outputs it to the flight control system, which obtains the current required by the on-wheel motor to accelerate or decelerate the flying car.

[0077] When the driver steps on the second pedal, the sensor inside the second pedal converts the pedal stroke into a corresponding electrical signal and outputs it to the flight control system, obtaining the required brake pressure, which is then transmitted to the brake system to complete the braking of the flying car.

[0078] In flight mode, the central control platform blocks the signal from the second pedal, and the first and third pedals work together to control the yaw of the flying car.

[0079] For example, in flight mode, the central control platform shields the signal from the second pedal. When the driver steps on the first pedal, the sensor in the first pedal converts the pedal stroke into a corresponding electrical signal and outputs it to the flight control mode control unit, thereby obtaining the target yaw rate 1 of the flying car. Based on the target yaw rate 1, a corresponding current is output to the lateral servo to perform angular deflection, thereby increasing the speed of the diagonal rotor 1 and reducing the speed of the diagonal rotor 2, thereby generating an unbalanced rotor torque and causing the flying car to yaw to the left.

[0080] When the driver steps on the third pedal, the sensor inside the third pedal converts the pedal stroke into a corresponding electrical signal and outputs it to the flight control mode control unit, obtaining the flying car's target yaw rate 2. Based on the target yaw rate 2, the longitudinal servo outputs current to perform angular deflection, increasing the speed of the diagonal rotor one while reducing the speed of the diagonal rotor two, generating an unbalanced rotor torque and causing the flying car to yaw right.

[0081] Optionally, the joystick mechanism further comprises a fly-by-wire system;

[0082] The fly-by-wire control system includes a joystick sensor, an electronic control unit, and an actuator. The fly-by-wire control system obtains the joystick displacement via the joystick sensor, converts the joystick position into a corresponding electronic signal via the electronic control unit, and the actuator receives the corresponding electronic signal to control the flying car.

[0083] In the rotor phase of the flight mode, the joystick is used for the rotor vertical take-off and landing phase of the flight mode; in the fixed-wing phase of the flight mode, the joystick controls the roll and pitch of the flying car.

[0084] For example, the driver's operating intention on the joystick is converted into an electronic signal through the joystick sensor, and the electronic signal is converted into a control signal to control the actuator to complete a specific action.

[0085] Optionally, during the rotor phase of the flight mode, the joystick is used for vertical takeoff and landing of the rotor in the rotor phase of the flight mode; during the fixed-wing phase, the joystick controls the roll and pitch of the flying car;

[0086] Specifically, during the vertical takeoff and landing phase of the rotor, pushing the joystick to the left changes the lift balance of the two rotors, with the lift of the right rotor being greater than that of the left rotor, achieving a left roll action and controlling the flying car to tilt left; pushing the joystick to the right changes the lift balance of the two rotors, with the lift of the left rotor being greater than that of the right rotor, achieving a right roll action and controlling the flying car to tilt right; pushing the joystick forward adjusts the tilt angle of the rotor, and the lift vector generates a forward component force, achieving forward tilt and controlling the flying car to move forward; pushing the joystick backward adjusts the tilt angle of the rotor, and the lift vector generates a backward component force, achieving backward tilt and controlling the flying car to move backward;

[0087] Optionally, the thrust control lever 5 is provided on one side of the steering wheel, and is used to convert the displacement of the thrust control lever into a corresponding electrical signal and transmit it to the flight control system to control the engine thrust.

[0088] Optionally, the thrust control lever TCL is used for the vertical take-off and landing stage of the flying car's rotors. The thrust control lever TCL controls the total pitch of the two rotors to achieve a change in lift; pushing the lever forward changes the pitch, increases the lift, and enables the flying car to ascend, or pushing the lever forward, used in conjunction with the joystick, increases the thrust for roll and pitch; pushing the lever backward, changes the pitch, reduces the lift, and enables the flying car to descend, or pushing the lever backward, used in conjunction with the joystick, reduces the thrust for roll and pitch.

[0089] Optionally, the primary flight display and the secondary flight display are driven by corresponding computers respectively, and the corresponding computers have the same functions; they are used to display relevant parameters, flight status and maps of the flying car.

[0090] Optionally, the primary flight display and the secondary flight display serve as a primary and a backup for each other. When any one of the displays fails, the other display can completely replace the display and control functions of the system.

[0091] Optionally, the primary flight display and the secondary flight display are respectively used to display the flying car's attitude, altitude, speed, heading, position, navigation, communication frequency, engine parameters and speed during ground operation.

[0092] Optionally, the operating panel is provided with a plurality of buttons for inputting autopilot instructions and setting flight parameters, which serve as redundancy for the mode switching button and the emergency switching switch in an emergency.

[0093] Optionally, the mode switch key 7-1 is used to switch between vertical take-off and landing mode and fixed-wing mode; after receiving the switching signal, the flight control system must confirm that the flying car is in a safe state where the mode can be switched before executing the mode switching action; when executing the switching action, the tilt-rotor mechanism will be driven to deflect the rotor of the flying car, completing the transition between the fixed-wing form and the rotor form.

[0094] Optionally, the emergency switch 7-2 is used to quickly switch the driving mode or enable the automatic driving assistance system in an emergency to ensure flight safety.

[0095] Another object of the present invention is to provide a method for controlling a cockpit of a hybrid flying car, comprising:

[0096] In the flight mode phase, the central control platform shields the signal of the second pedal, and the pilot controls the first pedal, the third pedal, the joystick 4 and / or the thrust control lever 5, and collects the sensor data of the aircraft at the current moment based on the sensor subsystem 10-3;

[0097] After receiving the sensor data from the sensor subsystem at the current moment, the flight control computer 10-2 analyzes the current flight status;

[0098] According to the current flight state and the preset flight logic or the ground station instruction, the parameters to be adjusted of the actuator 10-4 at the current moment are obtained, and the control surface angle, the rotor speed and / or the nacelle inclination angle are adjusted based on the parameters to be adjusted of the actuator 10-4 at the current moment;

[0099] After the actuator moves, the sensor subsystem re-collects data to determine whether the adjusted actuator data meets the standards, thus forming a closed-loop control;

[0100] In land mode, the central control platform shields the signal of the first pedal 3-1. The driver controls the steering wheel, gear shift mechanism, and the second pedal 3-2 to transmit brake pressure for braking and deceleration, and controls the third pedal 3-3 to transmit the current signal required by the on-wheel motor to the land mode control unit to control the acceleration of the flying car.

[0101] Optionally, the sensor data includes position, speed, attitude and / or environmental parameters; the flight status includes flight altitude, airspeed and / or attitude angle;

[0102] Optionally, the present invention further comprises: during the rotor phase of the flight mode, the flight control system monitors the aircraft's nacelle inclination angle, airspeed, and the control effectiveness of the rotor and aerodynamic control surfaces in real time to ensure a smooth transition from rotor flight to fixed-wing flight;

[0103] The multi-sensor data of the sensor subsystem is sent to the first digital signal processor and / or the second digital signal processor via a serial bus to obtain the control quantity, which is converted into a PWM signal for driving the motor. At the same time, GPS and distance sensors are needed to sense the position for obstacle avoidance.

[0104] In one embodiment of the present invention, the land driving modes include: sport mode, economy mode, comfort mode, automatic driving mode, and traction mode;

[0105] Optionally, in the sports mode, the flying car's power response is enhanced and its land performance is improved, which is manifested in the adjustment of throttle response, engine speed, suspension hardness and shifting logic, providing more agile control, stronger acceleration performance and driving pleasure.

[0106] For example, when Sport mode is enabled, the flying car allows the engine to run at high power, increases the throttle opening and fuel injection volume to achieve greater power. The transmission will also delay shifting, allowing the engine to operate more in the high-power range. The electromagnetic suspension system's damping is increased to provide more solid cornering support, enhancing the flying car's sportiness.

[0107] The economic mode optimizes fuel efficiency and reduces fuel consumption. When the economic mode is enabled, the engine power is reduced, the brightness of the ambient light is adjusted, and the power consumption of the air conditioner is reduced. It is suitable for scenarios that require energy saving, such as daily commuting and long-term high-speed driving.

[0108] The comfort mode is used to optimize driving comfort. When comfort mode is enabled, the suspension and steering systems are adjusted to reduce road bumps and noise to provide a smoother and softer driving experience. It is suitable for scenarios with high comfort requirements, such as daily commuting, city driving, and long-distance driving.

[0109] The autonomous driving mode is used to automatically control the vehicle's driving. The flight control system can take over acceleration, braking and / or steering, reducing the driver's involvement.

[0110] The towing mode is used to optimize the engine, gearbox, braking system and traction flight control system to ensure the stability of the flying car when towing or carrying a load, avoiding failures that may be caused by the complex structure of the flying car system.

[0111] Optionally, the flight mode includes a manual driving mode, a semi-autonomous driving mode and an autonomous driving mode;

[0112] Optionally, the manual driving mode (MCM Manual-Control Mode) is used in emergency situations when the automatic driving system is unreliable, allowing the driver to completely take over the control of the flying car.

[0113] Its operation requires high driver skill, so it is recommended to use it in emergency situations. This mode is designed to improve safety and flexibility, ensuring that the driver can take over control in a timely manner when the automatic system cannot respond effectively.

[0114] The key flight driving system can still assist the driver in operation, such as issuing overspeed warnings and stall warnings for the flying car's flight attitude and speed, monitoring the flying car's status parameters, and triggering the alarm voice system immediately when an abnormality is found to remind the driver to make decisions and enhance the safety of the flying car.

[0115] Optionally, in semi-autonomous driving mode (SAM Semi-Autonomous Mode), the pilot inputs the flight target or path, and the flight control system automatically handles attitude maintenance, speed management and / or obstacle avoidance tasks, and automatically controls the flying car's heading, pitch, roll and other attitudes by automatically controlling the flying car's control surfaces.

[0116] In semi-autonomous driving mode, the driver needs to monitor the flight status at all times and switch to manual driving mode to operate the flying car when necessary.

[0117] The semi-autonomous driving mode embodies the organic combination of man and machine, facilitates the pilot to perform flight management, and reduces the pilot's workload, especially in repetitive or busy airspace operations.

[0118] Exemplary situations where the semi-autonomous driving mode automatically switches to the manual driving mode include:

[0119] Pitch angle + / -50°, roll angle + / -75°;

[0120] The speed exceeds the rated limit;

[0121] Flight control system malfunction or failure;

[0122] The pilot presses the mode switch button;

[0123] severe turbulence and heavy icing;

[0124] The aircraft load index is too high.

[0125] Optionally, in autonomous driving mode (AM Autonomous Mode), the flying car can automatically complete the entire flight phase without human intervention.

[0126] The fully autonomous driving mode relies on the automatic driving function of the flight control system, which can handle various dynamic changes and complex environmental conditions during flight, ensuring that the flying car completes the predetermined tasks safely and stably.

[0127] Flying cars are equipped with an autopilot system that automatically adjusts heading, altitude, and / or speed during the various flight phases of level flight, cruising, and descent along a predetermined route. The autopilot system processes real-time flight data and automatically responds to in-flight changes, such as obstacle avoidance, weather changes, and / or flight path adjustments. While in autonomous driving mode, passengers can select either comfort or economy mode depending on the driving environment.

[0128] The above description is only a preferred specific embodiment of the present invention, but the scope of protection of the present invention is not limited thereto. Any changes or substitutions that can be easily thought of by any technician familiar with this technical field within the technical scope disclosed by the present invention should be covered by the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A hybrid flight mode flying car cockpit, characterized in that: include: A steering wheel (1), a gear shift mechanism (2), a pedal assembly (3), a thrust control lever (5), and a control mechanism are respectively arranged on a central control platform (9); It also includes a main driving seat (6-1) and a co-driving seat (6-2) arranged on the cockpit floor; The main driving seat (6-1) is provided with a joystick mechanism; The control mechanism includes an operation panel (7) and a display instrument mechanism; The operating panel (7) comprises a mode switching touch key (7-1) and an emergency switch (7-2); the mode switching key (7-1) is used to switch between a vertical take-off and landing mode and a fixed-wing mode; The emergency switch (7-2) is used to quickly switch the driving mode or enable the automatic driving assistance system in an emergency to ensure flight safety.

2. The hybrid flight mode flying car cockpit according to claim 1, characterized in that: The driving modes of the flying car include: a land mode and a flight mode.

3. The hybrid flight mode flying car cockpit according to claim 1, characterized in that: Also includes flight control system; The flight control system includes a land mode control unit and a flight mode control unit.

4. The hybrid flight mode flying car cockpit according to claim 3, characterized in that: The flight mode control unit comprises a power module (10-1), a sensor subsystem (10-3) and an actuator (10-4) which are respectively connected to a flight control computer (10-2).

5. The hybrid flight mode flying car cockpit according to claim 3, characterized in that: The pedal assembly (3) comprises a first pedal (3-1), a second pedal (3-2) and a third pedal (3-3) which are respectively connected to the central control platform. In flight mode, the third pedal transmits a yaw signal to the flight mode control unit; In the land mode, the third pedal transmits a current signal required by the on-wheel motor to the land mode control unit.

6. The hybrid flight mode flying car cockpit according to claim 1, characterized in that: The joystick mechanism comprises a joystick (4) and an electric control system; the joystick is arranged on the main driver's seat (6-1); The fly-by-wire control system includes a joystick sensor, an electronic control unit, and an actuator. The fly-by-wire control system obtains the joystick displacement via the joystick sensor, converts the joystick position into a corresponding electronic signal via the electronic control unit, and the actuator receives the corresponding electronic signal to realize the control of the flying car.

7. A method for controlling a cockpit of a hybrid flying car according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that: include: In the flight mode phase, the central control platform shields the signal of the second pedal, and the pilot controls the first pedal, the third pedal, the joystick (4) and / or the thrust control lever (5), and collects the sensor data of the aircraft at the current moment based on the sensor subsystem (10-3); After receiving the sensor data from the sensor subsystem at the current moment, the flight control computer (10-2) analyzes the current flight status; According to the current flight state and the preset flight logic or the ground station instruction, the parameters to be adjusted of the actuator (10-4) at the current moment are obtained, and the control surface angle, the rotor speed and / or the nacelle inclination angle are adjusted based on the parameters to be adjusted of the actuator (10-4) at the current moment; In the land mode, the central control platform shields the signal of the first pedal (3-1), and the driver controls the steering wheel, the gear shift mechanism, and the second pedal (3-2) to transmit the brake pressure for braking and deceleration, and controls the third pedal (3-3) to transmit the current signal required by the wheel motor to the land mode control unit to control the acceleration of the flying car.

8. The method for controlling the cockpit of a hybrid flying car according to claim 7, characterized in that: The flying car is a twin-rotor tiltable flying car.

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