Unmanned aerial vehicle launching channel

Abstract

The invention relates to the technical field of unmanned aerial vehicle launching channels, in particular to an unmanned aerial vehicle launching channel which comprises a guide rail and an ejection mechanism installed on the guide rail, a placing mechanism is installed on the ejection mechanism, an adjusting mechanism is installed at the bottom of the guide rail and comprises a support, and a fixing plate is fixedly connected to the bottom of the support. A lead screw is rotatably connected to the support and the fixing plate, a sliding groove is formed in the fixing plate, a sliding block is slidably connected to the sliding groove, the sliding block is in threaded connection with the lead screw, two fixing bases are oppositely and fixedly connected to the bottom of the guide rail, and rotating plates are rotatably connected between the two sides of the sliding block and the two fixing bases. And the self-locking function is achieved, so that the situation that the elevation angle is changed due to recoil force can be avoided, and the accuracy of next-time launching is guaranteed.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The application relates to a launching channel, in particular to a launching channel for unmanned aerial vehicles, and belongs to the technical field of the launching channel for unmanned aerial vehicles. BACKGROUND

[0002] An unmanned aerial vehicle, referred to as a UAV, is a new concept of aircraft in rapid development, has the advantages of being flexible, quick in response, unmanned and low in operation requirement, can realize real-time image transmission and high-risk area detection by being equipped with various sensors, and is a beneficial supplement to satellite remote sensing and traditional aerial remote sensing. The launching channel for unmanned aerial vehicles is a launching track specially used for providing power for the unmanned aerial vehicles during launching, and can provide power for the unmanned aerial vehicles during taking off in a place with high pressure and assist the initial flight of the unmanned aerial vehicles.

[0003] However, the current launching channel for unmanned aerial vehicles usually has a slidable sliding block arranged in the guide rail, a spring is arranged between the sliding block and the sliding rail, the unmanned aerial vehicle is placed on the sliding platform of the sliding seat after the sliding block is squeezed, the sliding block is ejected after the spring is released, the unmanned aerial vehicle is ejected, the bottom of the sliding rail is rotatably provided with a support, the elevation angle can be adjusted only by loosening the screw between the support and the sliding rail, the support is fixed by the screw, the support and the sliding rail are rotatable due to the large recoil force of the spring when the spring is expanded, the elevation angle changes, and the unmanned aerial vehicle is not accurately launched during the next launching. SUMMARY

[0004] The application aims to provide a launching channel for unmanned aerial vehicles, which is convenient for quickly adjusting the launching elevation angle and avoids the change of the elevation angle caused by the recoil force by installing an adjusting mechanism between the guide rail and the support, so that the accuracy of the next launching is ensured.

[0005] The application achieves the above-mentioned purpose by the following technical scheme, a launching channel for unmanned aerial vehicles, comprising a guide rail and a launching mechanism installed on the guide rail, a placing mechanism is installed on the launching mechanism, an adjusting mechanism is installed at the bottom of the guide rail, the adjusting mechanism comprises a support, a fixed plate is fixedly connected to the bottom of the support, a screw rod is rotatably connected to the support and the fixed plate, a sliding groove is formed in the fixed plate, a sliding block is slidably connected to the sliding groove, the sliding block is threadedly connected to the screw rod, two fixed seats are fixedly connected to the bottom of the guide rail, and a rotating plate is rotatably connected between the two fixed seats and the two sides of the sliding block.

[0006] Preferably, the adjusting mechanism further comprises a steering wheel, and the end of the screw rod is fixedly connected with the steering wheel.

[0007] Preferably, the ejection mechanism comprises a sealing plate, the end of the guide rail is fixedly connected with a sealing plate through a screw, a guide shaft is fixedly connected between the sealing plate and the guide rail, a launching block is slidably connected on the guide shaft, the two sides of the launching block are slidably connected with the guide rail, a spring one is clamped between the guide rail and the launching block, the bottom of the guide rail is fixedly connected with two groups of side plates, two roller shafts are rotatably connected between the opposite two side plates, a conveyor belt is installed between the two roller shafts, a control plate is fixedly connected on the conveyor belt, a contact plate is fixedly connected on the bottom of the launching block, the contact plate is in contact with the control plate, and the sidewall of one of the side plates is provided with a driving piece.

[0008] Preferably, the bottom of the contact plate is in an arc structure, and the top of the control plate is in an arc structure.

[0009] Preferably, the placing mechanism comprises a bushing, the top of the launching block is provided with a bushing, a plug plate is inserted into the bushing, a screw rod is inserted into the launching block, the screw rod penetrates through the hole of the plug plate, a nut is threadedly connected on the screw rod, and a placing table in contact with the bottom of the launching block is fixedly connected on the plug plate.

[0010] Preferably, the placing mechanism further comprises a rubber pad, the inner side of the placing table is bonded with a rubber pad, and the cross section of the placing table is in a right triangle structure.

[0011] Preferably, the plug plate is in a rectangular structure and four plug plates are provided, and the holes of the two plug plates on the same side are both inserted with a screw rod.

[0012] Preferably, the guide rail is provided with a protection mechanism, the protection mechanism comprises two slide rods, the guide rail is slidably connected with two slide rods, the end of the two slide rods is welded with a protection plate opposite to the launching block, a spring two is clamped between the protection plate and the guide rail, and a rubber block is bonded on the sidewall of the protection plate.

[0013] Preferably, the bottom of the fixed plate is provided with a rotating mechanism, the rotating mechanism comprises a rotating seat, the bottom of the fixed plate is fixedly connected with a rotating seat, the bottom of the rotating seat is rotatably connected with a bottom plate, and a screw column in contact with the bottom plate is threadedly connected on the fixed plate.

[0014] The beneficial effects of this invention are as follows: If it is necessary to adjust the tilt angle of the guide rail, the screw can be rotated by rotating the rudder disk. Since the slider is threadedly connected to the screw and slides on the slide groove, the rotation of the screw will cause the slider to move along the slide groove. When the slider moves, the rotating plates on both sides will drive the guide rail to rotate around the fixed seat, thereby changing the tilt angle of the guide rail to meet different launch angle requirements. Rotating the screw clockwise will increase the elevation angle of the guide rail, and vice versa, making it easy to quickly adjust the launch elevation angle. The self-locking function can prevent the recoil force from changing the elevation angle and ensure the accuracy of the next launch. Attached Figure Description

[0015] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the present invention;

[0016] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the connection structure of the guide rail, guide shaft and launching block of the present invention;

[0017] Figure 3 for Figure 2 The diagram shown is an enlarged view of the structure of part A.

[0018] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the connection structure of the transmitter block, the contact plate, and the control plate of the present invention.

[0019] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the connection structure of the transmitter block, insert plate and socket of the present invention.

[0020] In the diagram: 1. Guide rail; 2. Adjustment mechanism; 201. Fixed seat; 202. Slide groove; 203. Slider; 204. Rotating plate; 205. Bracket; 206. Lead screw; 207. Rudder disk; 208. Fixed plate; 3. Rotating mechanism; 301. Base plate; 302. Rotating seat; 303. Stud; 4. Ejection mechanism; 401. Side plate; 402. Roller; 403. Conveyor belt; 404. Drive component; 405. Guide shaft; 406. Spring one; 407. Launch block; 408. Contact plate; 409. Control board; 410. Sealing plate; 5. Placement mechanism; 501. Placement platform; 502. Rubber pad; 503. Insertion hole; 504. Insert plate; 505. Screw; 6. Protective mechanism; 601. Slide rod; 602. Protective plate; 603. Spring two; 604. Rubber block. Detailed Implementation

[0021] The technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0022] Please see Figures 1-5 As shown, a drone launch channel includes a guide rail 1 and an ejection mechanism 4 mounted on the guide rail 1. A placement mechanism 5 is mounted on the ejection mechanism 4. An adjustment mechanism 2 is mounted on the bottom of the guide rail 1. The adjustment mechanism 2 includes a bracket 205. A fixing plate 208 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the bracket 205. A lead screw 206 is rotatably connected to the bracket 205 and the fixing plate 208. A sliding groove 202 is provided on the fixing plate 208. A slider 203 is slidably connected to the sliding groove 202. The slider 203 is threadedly connected to the lead screw 206. Two fixing seats 201 are fixedly connected to the bottom of the guide rail 1. Rotating plates 204 are rotatably connected to both sides of the slider 203 and the two fixing seats 201.

[0023] As a technical optimization of the present invention, the adjustment mechanism 2 further includes a rudder disk 207, and the end of the lead screw 206 is fixedly connected to the rudder disk 207, so as to adjust the position of the slider 203 by rotating the lead screw 206.

[0024] As a technical optimization of the present invention, the ejection mechanism 4 includes a sealing plate 410. The end of the guide rail 1 is fixedly connected to the sealing plate 410 by screws. A guide shaft 405 is fixedly connected between the sealing plate 410 and the guide rail 1. A launching block 407 is slidably connected to the guide shaft 405. The two sides of the launching block 407 are slidably connected to the guide rail 1. A spring 406 is clamped between the guide rail 1 and the launching block 407. Two sets of side plates 401 are fixedly connected to the bottom of the guide rail 1. A roller 402 is rotatably connected between the two opposing side plates 401. A conveyor belt 403 is installed between the two rollers 402. A control plate 409 is fixedly connected to the conveyor belt 403. The bottom of the launching block 407 is fixedly... A contact plate 408 is connected, which abuts against a control plate 409. A drive unit 404 is installed on the side wall of one of the side plates 401. The output end of the drive unit 404 is connected to one of the rollers 402 through a coupling. Activating the drive unit 404 causes the conveyor belt 403 to rotate. The control plate 409 then abuts against the contact plate 408. As the control plate 409 moves, it pushes the contact plate 408, causing the launch block 407 to move to the bottom of the guide rail 1. The spring 406 contracts, pressing and storing force on the launch block 407. When the control plate 409 passes the contact plate 408, the spring 406 resets, and the launch block 407 is ejected to provide thrust for the UAV, assisting in flight.

[0025] As a technical optimization of the present invention, the bottom of the contact plate 408 is arc-shaped and the top of the control plate 409 is arc-shaped, which facilitates the separation of the control plate 409 from the contact plate 408.

[0026] As a technical optimization of the present invention, the placement mechanism 5 includes an insertion hole 503. The top of the launching block 407 has an insertion hole 503. An insert plate 504 is inserted into the insertion hole 503. A screw 505 is inserted into the launching block 407. The screw 505 passes through the hole in the insert plate 504. A nut is threaded onto the screw 505. A placement platform 501 that abuts against the bottom of the launching block 407 is fixedly connected to the insert plate 504, so as to realize the installation and fixation of the placement platform 501 and facilitate the replacement of worktables of different shapes.

[0027] As a technical optimization of the present invention, the placement mechanism 5 also includes a rubber pad 502. The rubber pad 502 is bonded to the inner side of the placement platform 501. The cross-section of the placement platform 501 is a right-angled triangular structure. When the launch block 407 is ejected, it generates recoil force, and the drone can be buffered by the rubber pad 502 to avoid damage to the drone.

[0028] As a technical optimization of the present invention, four rectangular insert plates 504 are arranged, and screws 505 are inserted into the holes on two insert plates 504 on the same side to achieve more stable fixation of the placement platform 501.

[0029] As a technical optimization of the present invention, a protective mechanism 6 is installed on the guide rail 1. The protective mechanism 6 includes two slide rods 601. The two slide rods 601 are slidably connected to each other on the guide rail 1. The ends of the two slide rods 601 are welded with protective plates 602 opposite to the launching block 407. A second spring 603 is clamped between the protective plate 602 and the guide rail 1. A rubber block 604 is glued to the side wall of the protective plate 602. When the launching block 407 is ejected, it can collide with the protective plate 602. The second spring 603 is compressed, which can buffer the launching block 407 and prevent the launching block 407 from being damaged.

[0030] As a technical optimization of the present invention, the bottom of the fixed plate 208 is provided with a rotating mechanism 3, the rotating mechanism 3 includes a rotating seat 302, the bottom of the fixed plate 208 is fixedly connected to the rotating seat 302, the bottom of the rotating seat 302 is rotatably connected to the base plate 301, and the fixed plate 208 is threadedly connected to a stud 303 that abuts against the base plate 301. The rotating seat 302 can be rotated by rotating the fixed plate 208, and the fixed plate 208 can be fixed by the stud 303, so as to adjust the horizontal angle of the UAV launch.

[0031] In use, before launch, the horizontal angle of the launch channel is adjusted at the launch site according to the flight direction requirements of the UAV. The fixed plate 208 is rotated to make the rotating seat 302 rotate on the base plate 301. After adjusting to the appropriate angle, the stud 303 is tightened to ensure tight contact with the base plate 301, thereby fixing the fixed plate 208 and ensuring the launch channel is at the required horizontal angle. If the tilt angle of the guide rail 1 needs to be adjusted, the rudder disk 207 can be rotated to drive the lead screw 206. Since the slider 203 is threadedly connected to the lead screw 206 and slides on the groove 202, the rotation of the lead screw 206 will cause the slider 203 to move along the groove 202. When the slider 203 moves... The rotating plates 204 on both sides drive the guide rail 1 to rotate around the fixed base 201, thereby changing the tilt angle of the guide rail 1 to meet different launch angle requirements. Rotating the screw 206 clockwise increases the elevation angle of the guide rail 1, and vice versa, making it easy to quickly adjust the launch elevation angle. It also has a self-locking function to prevent recoil from changing the elevation angle, ensuring the accuracy of the next launch. According to the size and shape of the UAV, select a suitable placement platform 501, insert the insertion plate 504 into the insertion hole 503 on the top of the launch block 407, and ensure that the insertion plate 504 is installed in place. Then, the screw 505 passes through the hole on the insertion plate 504, and the nut is screwed on the screw 505 to make the placement platform 501 firmly installed on the launch block 407.To replace the placement platform 501, simply unscrew the nut, remove the screw 505, and pull out the insert plate 504 to replace it with a new one. Place the drone stably on the placement platform 501. The rubber pad 502 bonded to the inside of the placement platform 501 can act as a buffer when the launch block 407 launches the drone, preventing damage during ejection. Finally, start the drive unit 404, which is a motor. The output of the drive unit 404 drives one of the rollers 402 to rotate via a coupling. The movement of the control plate 409 on the conveyor belt 403 causes the conveyor belt 403 to rotate. When the control plate 409 contacts the contact plate 408 at the bottom of the launching block 407, the continued movement of the control plate 409 pushes the contact plate 408, causing the launching block 407 to move along the guide shaft 405 to the bottom of the guide rail 1. At the same time, the spring 406 clamped between the guide rail 1 and the launching block 407 contracts, thus pressing and storing force on the launching block 407. When the control plate 409 passes the contact plate 408, the pressure is released. After 08, the contact plate 408 separates from the control plate 409, the spring 406 resets, and the launch block 407 is ejected under the elastic force of the spring 406, providing thrust for the drone placed on the platform 501 and assisting in its flight. Since the bottom of the contact plate 408 and the top of the control plate 409 are both arc-shaped, it is easy for the control plate 409 to separate from the contact plate 408 quickly, ensuring a smooth launch process. After the launch block 407 is ejected, it will collide with the protective plate 602. The spring 603 clamped between the protective plate 602 and the guide rail 1 is compressed, which buffers the launch block 407 and prevents it from being damaged by the collision. At the same time, the rubber block 604 bonded to the side wall of the protective plate 602 can further absorb the impact force and enhance the buffering effect. After the launch block 407 stops moving, the drive component 404 can be started again to make the conveyor belt 403 rotate, the control plate 409 returns to the initial position, and the launch block 407 is compressed again, preparing for the next drone launch.

[0032] It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the present invention is not limited to the details of the exemplary embodiments described above, and that the invention can be implemented in other specific forms without departing from its spirit or essential characteristics. Therefore, the embodiments should be considered in all respects as exemplary and non-limiting, and the scope of the invention is defined by the appended claims rather than the foregoing description. Thus, all variations falling within the meaning and scope of equivalents of the claims are intended to be included within the present invention. No reference numerals in the claims should be construed as limiting the scope of the claims.

[0033] Furthermore, it should be understood that although this specification describes embodiments, not every embodiment contains only one independent technical solution. This narrative style is merely for clarity. Those skilled in the art should consider the specification as a whole, and the technical solutions in each embodiment can also be appropriately combined to form other embodiments that can be understood by those skilled in the art.

Claims

1. A drone launch channel, comprising a guide rail (1) and a launch mechanism (4) mounted on the guide rail (1), wherein a placement mechanism (5) is mounted on the launch mechanism (4), characterized in that: An adjustment mechanism (2) is installed at the bottom of the guide rail (1). The adjustment mechanism (2) includes a bracket (205). A fixed plate (208) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the bracket (205). A lead screw (206) is rotatably connected to the bracket (205) and the fixed plate (208). A sliding groove (202) is provided on the fixed plate (208). A slider (203) is slidably connected to the sliding groove (202). The slider (203) is threadedly connected to the lead screw (206). Two fixed seats (201) are fixedly connected to the bottom of the guide rail (1). Rotating plates (204) are rotatably connected between the two sides of the slider (203) and the two fixed seats (201).

2. The UAV launch channel according to claim 1, characterized in that: The adjustment mechanism (2) also includes a rudder disk (207), and the end of the lead screw (206) is fixedly connected to the rudder disk (207).

3. The UAV launch channel according to claim 1, characterized in that: The ejection mechanism (4) includes a sealing plate (410). The end of the guide rail (1) is fixedly connected to the sealing plate (410) by screws. A guide shaft (405) is fixedly connected between the sealing plate (410) and the guide rail (1). A launching block (407) is slidably connected on the guide shaft (405). The two sides of the launching block (407) are slidably connected to the guide rail (1). A spring (406) is clamped between the guide rail (1) and the launching block (407). Two sets of side plates (401) are fixedly connected to the bottom of the guide rail (1). A roller (402) is rotatably connected between the two side plates (401), and a conveyor belt (403) is installed between the two rollers (402). A control plate (409) is fixedly connected to the conveyor belt (403). A contact plate (408) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the launching block (407). The contact plate (408) abuts against the control plate (409). A drive member (404) is installed on the side wall of one of the side plates (401). The output end of the drive member (404) is connected to one of the rollers (402) through a coupling.

4. The UAV launch channel according to claim 3, characterized in that: The bottom of the contact plate (408) is arc-shaped, and the top of the control plate (409) is arc-shaped.

5. A UAV launch channel according to claim 3, characterized in that: The placement mechanism (5) includes a socket (503). The top of the launching block (407) has a socket (503). A plug plate (504) is inserted into the socket (503). A screw (505) is inserted into the launching block (407). The screw (505) passes through the hole in the plug plate (504). A nut is threaded onto the screw (505). A placement platform (501) that abuts against the bottom of the launching block (407) is fixedly connected to the plug plate (504).

6. A UAV launch channel according to claim 5, characterized in that: The placement mechanism (5) also includes a rubber pad (502), and the rubber pad (502) is bonded to the inner side of the placement platform (501). The cross-section of the placement platform (501) is a right-angled triangle structure.

7. A UAV launch channel according to claim 5, characterized in that: The insert plate (504) is rectangular and has four parts, and screws (505) are inserted into the holes on the two insert plates (504) on the same side.

8. A UAV launch channel according to claim 3, characterized in that: A protective mechanism (6) is installed on the guide rail (1). The protective mechanism (6) includes two slide rods (601). The guide rail (1) has two slide rods (601) slidably connected to each other. The ends of the two slide rods (601) are welded with protective plates (602) opposite to the launching block (407). A second spring (603) is held between the protective plate (602) and the guide rail (1). A rubber block (604) is glued to the side wall of the protective plate (602).

9. A UAV launch channel according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the fixed plate (208) is provided with a rotating mechanism (3), the rotating mechanism (3) includes a rotating seat (302), the bottom of the fixed plate (208) is fixedly connected to the rotating seat (302), the bottom of the rotating seat (302) is rotatably connected to a base plate (301), and the fixed plate (208) is threadedly connected to a stud (303) that abuts against the base plate (301).

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