Dropping cabin of unmanned vehicle

Abstract

The invention provides an unmanned vehicle throwing cabin which comprises a pod in which a channel penetrating through a body is formed, and the channel is used for placing an unmanned vehicle body; an opening is formed in the bottom of the fixed cabin, and the fixed cabin is connected below chassis or in compartments of various vehicles, located on the right upper side of the pod and used for containing the pod; the telescopic unit comprises a connecting assembly connected to the interior of the fixed cabin and a plurality of sets of lifting frames and lifting assemblies arranged on the connecting assembly, one end of each lifting frame and one end of each lifting assembly are connected with the pod, the lifting assemblies are used for lifting the pod, and the lifting frames are used for avoiding shaking when the pod is lifted. The fixed cabin is fixed below a vehicle chassis or in a compartment, the pod is retracted and released through the telescopic unit, the pod is retracted into the fixed cabin or released from the fixed cabin to be placed on the ground, then the unmanned vehicle is controlled to drive away from or drive into the pod, and the position of the pod is controlled through the telescopic unit. The problem that manual putting is needed when the unmanned vehicle is used every time is solved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of mechanical equipment, and in particular to an unmanned vehicle delivery cabin. Background Art

[0002] Unmanned vehicles (UDVs) play a vital role in various sectors, including industry, agriculture, and commerce. They are often used to perform various tasks that replace human intervention, such as service provision, agricultural construction, information exchange, accompanying operations, and target acquisition. These UDVs can be remotely deployed and controlled from base stations or command centers, improving efficiency in their respective areas of operation and reducing the workload for human operators.

[0003] For example, Chinese invention patent publication CN210239270U discloses an "Unmanned Vehicle Fixing System and Unmanned Platform Body." The system includes a box, an airbag, a sensor, an air pressure control assembly, and a controller. The box is used to park the unmanned vehicle, and the airbag is located on the inner wall of the box. The sensor detects whether the unmanned vehicle is parked properly, and the air pressure control assembly is connected to the airbag to control its inflation or deflation. This utility model secures the unmanned vehicle by installing an airbag on the inner wall of the storage box. Contact between the airbag and the unmanned vehicle does not cause mechanical damage, and the contact area between the airbag and the unmanned vehicle is large, achieving safe and reliable fixation of the unmanned vehicle.

[0004] However, traditional unmanned vehicles currently require manual deployment and recovery when in use, which not only increases labor costs but also reduces the degree of automation of unmanned vehicles. Summary of the Invention

[0005] In response to the shortcomings of the existing technology, the present invention provides an unmanned vehicle delivery cabin, which solves the problem in the existing technology that traditional unmanned vehicles usually require manual delivery and recovery when in use, which not only increases labor costs but also reduces the degree of automation of the unmanned vehicle.

[0006] According to an embodiment of the present invention, an unmanned vehicle delivery cabin includes a pod in which a channel is formed that passes through the body, and the channel is used to place the unmanned vehicle body; a fixed cabin with an opening at the bottom, the fixed cabin is connected to the chassis of various vehicles or inside the cabin, and the fixed cabin is located directly above the pod and is used to store the pod; a telescopic unit includes a connecting component connected to the inside of the fixed cabin and multiple sets of lifting frames and lifting components arranged on the connecting component, and one end of each lifting frame and lifting component is respectively connected to the pod, wherein the lifting component is used to lift the pod, and each lifting frame is used to prevent shaking when lifting the pod.

[0007] Compared with the existing technology, the present invention has the following beneficial effects: by fixing the fixed cabin under the vehicle chassis or in the cabin, retracting and extending the pod through the telescopic unit, recovering the pod into the fixed cabin or releasing the pod from the fixed cabin and placing it on the ground, and then controlling the unmanned vehicle to drive out of or into the pod, and controlling the position of the pod through the telescopic unit, the problem of manual deployment every time the unmanned vehicle is used is solved, and the automatic deployment and use of the unmanned vehicle is realized. When the use is completed, the pod is driven to the ground, the unmanned vehicle drives into the pod, and then the pod is recovered into the fixed cabin. At this time, the unmanned vehicle is in the fixed cabin, realizing the fixation and storage of the unmanned vehicle.

[0008] Preferably, the connection components each include two groups of connection plates and a mounting plate connected to the two connection plates, and one end of the two mounting plates is arranged on the inner wall of the fixed cabin.

[0009] Preferably, the lifting assembly includes a power cabin arranged on the mounting plate, with winches rotatably arranged on both sides of the power cabin, a driving source arranged in the power cabin, the driving source being transmission-connected to the two winches, multiple sets of steel cables being arranged on each winch, and multiple sets of connecting seats being arranged on the top of the pod, and the multiple sets of steel cables being respectively connected one-to-one with the multiple sets of connecting seats.

[0010] Preferably, two fixed plates are respectively provided on both sides of the power cabin, and a reversing wheel is rotatably provided on each fixed plate, and multiple groups of steel cables are respectively passed around the corresponding reversing wheels.

[0011] Preferably, both the connecting plates and the pod are provided with mounting arms of a number corresponding to the number of the lifting frames, and both ends of each mounting arm are movably connected to the corresponding mounting arm.

[0012] Preferably, one end of each mounting arm located on the two connecting plates is provided with a guide rod, and the pod is provided with guide holes corresponding to the number of the multiple groups of guide rods, and each guide rod is respectively inserted into the corresponding guide hole.

[0013] Preferably, a baffle is provided at one end of the passage in the pod.

[0014] Preferably, detection units are provided on both the power cabin and the pod, and the two detection units are used to detect the upper limit position and the lower limit position of the pod respectively.

[0015] Preferably, each detection unit includes an L-shaped plate, a detection shaft movably arranged on the L-shaped plate, and a sensor for sensing the detection shaft, wherein a reset spring is sleeved on the detection shaft.

[0016] Preferably, the pod has a hollow structure. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0017] Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of an embodiment of the present invention.

[0018] Figure 2Schematic diagram of the telescopic unit and pod structure according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0019] Figure 3 Schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the pod in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0020] Figure 4 Schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the lifting assembly in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0021] Figure 5 for Figure 3 Enlarged view of area A in the middle.

[0022] Figure 6 Schematic diagram of the storage structure of an embodiment of the present invention.

[0023] In the above drawings: 1. pod; 100. unmanned vehicle body; 101. guide hole; 102. connecting seat; 103. baffle; 104. channel; 2. fixed cabin; 3. connecting plate; 301. mounting plate; 302. guide rod; 5. lifting frame; 501. mounting arm; 6. winch; 601. reversing wheel; 602. fixing plate; 603. steel cable; 7. power cabin; 8. detection shaft; 801. L-shaped plate; 802. reset spring; 803. sensor. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0024] The technical solution of the present invention is further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0025] like Figures 1 to 6 As shown, an embodiment of the present invention proposes an unmanned vehicle delivery cabin, including a pod 1, in which a channel 104 is formed that runs through the body, and the channel 104 is used to place the unmanned vehicle body 100; a fixed cabin 2, which has an opening at the bottom, and the fixed cabin 2 is connected to the chassis of various vehicles or the cabin, and the fixed cabin 2 is located directly above the pod 1, for storing the pod 1; a telescopic unit, including a connecting component connected to the inside of the fixed cabin 2 and a plurality of lifting frames 5 and lifting components arranged on the connecting component, and one end of each lifting frame 5 and the lifting component is respectively connected to the pod 1, wherein the lifting component is used to lift the pod 1, and each lifting frame 5 is used to prevent shaking when lifting the pod 1.

[0026] The detailed working process of this embodiment is as follows: an opening is provided at the bottom of the fixed cabin 2, and the pod 1 is recovered from the opening into the fixed cabin 2; when the lifting assembly lifts the pod 1 into the fixed cabin 2, multiple sets of lifting frames 5 are synchronously retracted and folded; when the lifting assembly lowers the pod 1 to the ground, the pod 1 descends to the ground under its own gravity, and multiple sets of lifting frames 5 are synchronously unfolded. With the setting of multiple sets of lifting frames 5, position displacement of the pod 1 is avoided when it rises and falls, and the fixed cabin 2 is used for basic dust and water protection to protect the unmanned vehicle.

[0027] By fixing the fixed cabin 2 under the vehicle chassis or in the cabin, retracting and extending the pod 1 through the telescopic unit, retrieving the pod 1 into the fixed cabin 2 or releasing the pod 1 from the fixed cabin 2 and placing it on the ground, and then controlling the unmanned vehicle to drive out of or into the pod 1, and controlling the position of the pod 1 through the telescopic unit, the problem of manual deployment every time the unmanned vehicle is used is solved, and the automatic deployment and use of the unmanned vehicle is realized. When the use is completed, the pod 1 is driven to the ground, the unmanned vehicle drives into the pod 1, and then the pod 1 is recovered into the fixed cabin 2. At this time, the unmanned vehicle is in the fixed cabin 2, realizing the fixation and storage of the unmanned vehicle.

[0028] like Figure 2 As shown, the connection components include two groups of connection plates 3 and a mounting plate 301 connected to the two connection plates 3 , and one end of the two mounting plates 301 is set on the inner wall of the fixed cabin 2 .

[0029] The detailed working process of this embodiment is as follows: the two connecting plates 3 are connected into a whole through the mounting plate 301, and then the two connecting plates 3 are fixed in the fixed cabin 2. Reinforcing ribs are provided on the two connecting plates 3 to improve the strength and load-bearing capacity of the connecting plates 3.

[0030] like Figure 4 As shown, the lifting assembly includes a power cabin 7 arranged on the mounting plate 301, and winches 6 are rotatably arranged on both sides of the power cabin 7. A driving source is arranged in the power cabin 7, and the driving source is transmission-connected to the two winches 6. Multiple sets of steel cables 603 are arranged on each winch 6, and multiple sets of connecting seats 102 are arranged on the top of the pod 1. The multiple sets of steel cables 603 are respectively connected one-to-one with the multiple sets of connecting seats 102.

[0031] The detailed working process of this embodiment is as follows: the power cabin 7 is used to install the driving source and the winch 6, the winch 6 is driven by the driving source, one end of the steel cable 603 is set on the winch 6, and the other end is connected to the connecting seat 102 on the pod 1, and the steel cable 603 is retracted and released by the rotation of the winch 6, thereby controlling the rise and fall of the pod 1.

[0032] like Figure 4 As shown, two fixed plates 602 are respectively provided on both sides of the power cabin 7, and a reversing wheel 601 is rotatably provided on each fixed plate 602, and multiple groups of steel cables 603 are respectively passed around the corresponding reversing wheels 601.

[0033] The detailed working process of this embodiment is as follows: under the setting of the reversing wheel 601, the distance between each steel cable 603 can be adjusted. Within a certain range, the farther the distance between each steel cable 603 is, the more stable the lifting pod 1 will be.

[0034] like Figure 2 As shown, both the two connecting plates 3 and the pod 1 are provided with mounting arms 501 corresponding in number to the lifting frames 5 , and both ends of each mounting arm 501 are movably connected to the corresponding mounting arm 501 .

[0035] The detailed working process of this embodiment is as follows: the mounting arm 501 is used to connect to the corresponding lifting frame 5 , one end of each lifting frame 5 is rotatably connected to the mounting arm 501 , and the other end is slidably arranged in the mounting arm 501 .

[0036] like Figure 2 As shown, one end of each mounting arm 501 located on the two connecting plates 3 is provided with a guide rod 302, and the pod 1 is provided with guide holes 101 corresponding to the number of groups of guide rods 302, and each guide rod 302 is respectively inserted into the corresponding guide hole 101.

[0037] The detailed working process of this embodiment is as follows: the arrangement of the guide rods 302 and the guide holes 101 makes the pod 1 and the unmanned vehicle inside the fixed pod 2 more stable, preventing the pod 1 from shaking inside the fixed pod 2 and causing a collision. When the unmanned vehicle enters the pod 1 and is then lifted into the fixed pod 2, the guide rods 302 pass through the corresponding guide holes 101 and abut against the unmanned vehicle's wheels, effectively securing the unmanned vehicle inside the pod 1.

[0038] like Figure 3 As shown, a baffle 103 is provided at one end of the channel 104 in the pod 1 .

[0039] The detailed working process of this embodiment is as follows: the function of the baffle 103 is to limit the unmanned vehicle in the pod 1, to prevent the unmanned vehicle from exceeding the pod 1 when parked, causing the unmanned vehicle to be stuck when the fixed pod 2 is recovered, resulting in recovery failure. During recovery, when the unmanned vehicle enters the pod 1, it can be abutted against the baffle 103.

[0040] like Figure 3 and Figure 6 As shown, detection units are provided on both the power cabin 7 and the pod 1 , and the two detection units are used to detect the upper limit position and the lower limit position of the pod 1 respectively.

[0041] like Figure 6 As shown, each detection unit includes an L-shaped plate 801, a detection shaft 8 movably arranged on the L-shaped plate 801, and a sensor 803 for sensing the detection shaft 8, wherein a return spring 802 is sleeved on the detection shaft 8.

[0042] The detailed working process of this embodiment is as follows: the detection unit on the power cabin 7 is used to detect whether the pod 1 enters the designated position in the fixed cabin 2, and the detection unit on the pod 1 is used to detect whether the pod 1 is in contact with the ground when it is lowered. Each L-shaped plate 801 is respectively installed at the corresponding position of the power cabin 7 and the pod 1, and the detection shaft 8 is set on the L-shaped plate 801 so that it can slide up and down. The sensor 803 installed on the L-shaped plate 801 is used to detect the movement trajectory of the detection shaft 8; during use, when the pod 1 needs to be lowered and the unmanned vehicle is put into use, the driving source drives the two winches 6 to rotate and lower the pod 1. When the pod 1 is close to the ground, the detection shaft 8 will first contact the ground and be recovered under the gravity of the pod 1. At this time, the return spring 802 is compressed and stored. When the detection shaft 8 is recovered to a certain range and maintained, the sensor 803 senses the detection shaft 8 and stops the pod 1 from descending. Then the drone can drive out. When the unmanned vehicle needs to be recovered, the unmanned vehicle is controlled to drive into the pod 1, and then the driving source drives the two winches 6 to rotate and recover the pod 1 to the fixed cabin 2. During this process, the detection shaft 8 on the pod 1 is reset, and the detection shaft 8 on the power cabin 7 is compressed. The position of the pod 1 can be judged by the sensors 803 on the power cabin 7 and the pod 1.

[0043] like Figure 2 As shown, the pod 1 is a hollow structure.

[0044] The detailed working process of this embodiment is as follows: The hollow structure removes some material, significantly reducing the overall weight of the pod 1 and reducing material usage, which is in line with the current sustainable design concept. This not only reduces production costs and resource consumption, but also helps reduce waste generation and environmental pollution. While the hollow design removes some material, a reasonable hollow layout can enhance the structural strength of the box, and the hollow structure can also increase the air permeability of the pod 1.

[0045] The implementation principle of the embodiment of this application is:

[0046] First, fix the fixed cabin 2 under the vehicle chassis or in the cabin, and connect the pod 1 to the fixed cabin 2 through the telescopic unit. When the pod 1 needs to be lowered and the unmanned vehicle is put into use, the driving source drives the two winches 6 to rotate and lower the pod 1. When the pod 1 is close to the ground, the detection shaft 8 will first contact the ground and be recovered under the gravity of the pod 1. At this time, the reset spring 802 is compressed and stored. When the detection shaft 8 is recovered to a certain range and maintained, the sensor 803 senses the detection shaft 8 and stops the pod 1 from descending. Then the drone can drive out. When the unmanned vehicle needs to be recovered, the unmanned vehicle is controlled to drive into the pod 1, and then the driving source drives the two winches 6 to rotate and recover the pod 1 to the fixed cabin 2.

[0047] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present invention and are not limiting. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that the technical solutions of the present invention may be modified or replaced by equivalents without departing from the purpose and scope of the technical solutions of the present invention, which should all be included in the scope of the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. An unmanned vehicle delivery cabin, characterized in that: include: A pod (1) is formed with a passage (104) passing through the body, wherein the passage (104) is used to place the unmanned vehicle body (100); A fixed cabin (2) is provided with an opening at the bottom thereof, the fixed cabin (2) is connected under the chassis of various vehicles or inside the cabin, and the fixed cabin (2) is located just above the pod (1) and is used to accommodate the pod (1); The telescopic unit comprises a connecting assembly connected to the interior of the fixed cabin (2) and a plurality of lifting frames (5) and lifting assemblies arranged on the connecting assembly, wherein the other ends of each lifting frame (5) and the lifting assembly are respectively connected to the pod (1), wherein the lifting assembly is used to lift the pod (1), and each lifting frame (5) is used to prevent the pod (1) from shaking when lifting.

2. The unmanned vehicle delivery cabin according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connection components each comprise two groups of connection plates (3) and a mounting plate (301) connected to the two connection plates (3), one end of each of the two mounting plates (301) being arranged on the inner wall of the fixed cabin (2).

3. The unmanned vehicle delivery cabin according to claim 2, characterized in that: The lifting assembly includes a power cabin (7) arranged on the mounting plate (301), winches (6) are rotatably arranged on both sides of the power cabin (7), a driving source is arranged in the power cabin (7), and the driving source is transmission-connected to the two winches (6), and each winch (6) is provided with multiple groups of steel cables (603), and multiple groups of connecting seats (102) are provided on the top of the pod (1), and the multiple groups of steel cables (603) are respectively connected to the multiple groups of connecting seats (102) in a one-to-one correspondence.

4. The unmanned vehicle delivery cabin according to claim 3, characterized in that: Two fixing plates (602) are respectively provided on both sides of the power cabin (7), and each fixing plate (602) is rotatably provided with a reversing wheel (601), and multiple groups of steel cables (603) are respectively passed around the corresponding reversing wheels (601).

5. The unmanned vehicle delivery cabin according to claim 2, characterized in that: The two connecting plates (3) and the pod (1) are both provided with mounting arms (501) corresponding in number to the lifting frames (5), and both ends of each mounting arm (501) are movably connected to the corresponding mounting arm (501).

6. The unmanned vehicle delivery cabin according to claim 5, characterized in that: A guide rod (302) is provided at one end of each mounting arm (501) located on the two connecting plates (3); the pod (1) is provided with guide holes (101) corresponding in number to the plurality of groups of guide rods (302); and each guide rod (302) is respectively inserted into the corresponding guide hole (101).

7. The unmanned vehicle delivery cabin according to claim 1, characterized in that: A baffle (103) is provided at one end of the inner channel (104) of the pod (1).

8. The unmanned vehicle delivery cabin according to claim 3, characterized in that: The power cabin (7) and the pod (1) are both provided with detection units, and the two detection units are used to detect the upper limit position and the lower limit position of the pod (1) respectively.

9. The unmanned vehicle delivery cabin according to claim 8, characterized in that: Each of the detection units comprises an L-shaped plate (801), a detection shaft (8) movably arranged on the L-shaped plate (801), and a sensor (803) for sensing the detection shaft (8), wherein a return spring (802) is sleeved on the detection shaft (8).

10. The unmanned vehicle delivery cabin according to claim 1, characterized in that: The pod (1) has a hollow structure.

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