Balcony goods receiving device, system and method

Abstract

The invention discloses a balcony goods receiving device, system and method. The balcony goods receiving device comprises a balcony hatch and a bearing mechanism. The balcony hatch is arranged on balcony glass; the bearing mechanism is arranged on the outer vertical face of a balcony, the bearing mechanism has an extending state and a retracting state, when the bearing mechanism is in the extending state, the bearing mechanism extends outwards to form a goods receiving platform for temporary parking of the unmanned aerial vehicle, and when the bearing mechanism is in the retracting state, the bearing mechanism extends outwards to form a goods receiving platform for temporary parking of the unmanned aerial vehicle. And the bearing mechanism conveys the borne goods into a room through the balcony hatch. When the bearing mechanism is in the withdrawing state, the goods can be conveyed into a room through the balcony hatch, the problem that a user needs to go to a balcony to take the goods in an existing device is solved, the terminal distribution target without going out is really achieved, and the core requirement of the user for convenience is met.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) technology, and specifically to a balcony receiving device, system, and method. Background Technology

[0002] With the rapid development of the low-altitude economy, drone logistics delivery has become one of the core solutions to address the last-mile bottleneck in urban logistics. Currently, most drone logistics deliveries can only achieve the delivery level to the community or downstairs, and cannot truly achieve direct delivery to the door, thus failing to meet users' core need to receive express deliveries and takeout without leaving home.

[0003] Balcony drone receivers, serving as the core link between end-users and logistics drones, are crucial equipment for achieving drone-to-home delivery. However, existing residential drone receivers are mostly installed on balconies, generally only capable of delivering goods to the balcony, not directly from the balcony to the interior. Users still need to go to the balcony to pick up their packages, failing to truly achieve the goal of home-based delivery. Summary of the Invention

[0004] In view of this, the present invention provides a balcony receiving device, system and method to solve the problem that current balcony drone receiving devices cannot directly deliver goods from the balcony to the indoors.

[0005] In a first aspect, the present invention provides a balcony receiving device, comprising:

[0006] A balcony hatch, wherein the balcony hatch is located on the balcony glass; The carrying mechanism is installed on the exterior of the balcony. The carrying mechanism has an extended state and a retracted state. When the carrying mechanism is in the extended state, it extends outward to form a cargo receiving platform for the drone to temporarily dock. When the carrying mechanism is in the retracted state, it transfers the received cargo into the room through the balcony hatch.

[0007] The beneficial effects of the above technical solution are as follows: when the carrying mechanism is in the retracted state, the goods can be transferred into the room through the balcony hatch, which solves the problem that users need to go to the balcony to collect the goods in the existing device, truly achieving the goal of terminal delivery without leaving home and meeting the user's core demand for convenience.

[0008] In this invention, when transporting goods, the carrying mechanism transfers the goods to the interior through a balcony hatch installed on the balcony glass, rather than controlling the balcony glass to rotate and open to transport the goods. This effectively avoids the problems of reduced structural stability, weakened sealing performance, and increased energy consumption that may be caused by the rotation and opening of the balcony glass in related technologies.

[0009] In one optional embodiment, the bearing mechanism is a rotating bearing mechanism, comprising: A rotary drive structure is installed on the exterior facade of the balcony. A strut, which is connected to the drive end of a rotary drive structure; A cargo platform connected to a strut, the cargo platform having a first position accommodated in the balcony hatch and a second position away from the balcony hatch, the rotary drive structure being used to drive the cargo platform to switch between the first position and the second position.

[0010] In one alternative implementation, the second position includes a storage position and a receiving position; when the cargo platform is in the storage position, the bearing mechanism is attached to the edge of the balcony; when the cargo platform is in the receiving position, the cargo platform is used to receive the drone.

[0011] The operation of the above technical solution is as follows: Upon receiving a receiving instruction, the rotary drive structure is activated, driving the support rod to move the cargo platform from the storage position to the receiving position. At this time, the drone docks on the cargo platform and places the goods on it. Then, the rotary drive structure drives the cargo platform from the receiving position to the first position, and the goods enter the room through the balcony hatch along with the cargo platform, thus completing a single receiving operation. Throughout the entire operation, the rotation speed and rotation angle of the rotary drive structure can be preset and adjusted according to the size of the balcony space and the size of the goods to ensure that the cargo platform is stable and does not shake when changing positions, avoiding the goods from falling or being damaged.

[0012] In one optional embodiment, the rotary drive structure is located at the corner below the balcony glass, the support rod is located below the balcony glass, and the balcony hatch is located at the bottom side of the balcony glass. The rotary drive structure at the corner can maximize the use of the unused space in the corner of the balcony, avoid occupying the activity area in the center of the balcony, and at the same time provide a stable fulcrum for the rotation and unfolding of the support rod. The support rod is located below the balcony glass and will not affect the lighting of the balcony glass. And / or, the cargo platform is arranged above the strut and extends upward, so that when the strut is below the balcony glass, the cargo platform can correspond to the balcony hatch on the balcony glass; And / or, the support rod is a telescopic rod, whose length can be flexibly adjusted according to the actual width of the balcony, ensuring that the cargo platform can be accurately aligned with the balcony hatch, adapting to the balcony space requirements of different apartment types.

[0013] In one optional implementation, a QR code is provided on the cargo platform for scanning and identification by drones; And / or, the cargo platform is equipped with a landing guidance structure for guiding the drone to land; And / or, the cargo platform is provided with an auxiliary function module, which includes at least one of a fill light, a speaker, a microphone, and a display screen.

[0014] In one optional embodiment, the balcony receiving device further includes: A closing mechanism is provided at the balcony hatch of the balcony glass; when the carrying mechanism is switched to the retracted state, the closing mechanism opens, making the balcony hatch a passage for cargo transfer; when the carrying mechanism is switched to the extended state, the closing mechanism closes the balcony hatch.

[0015] In one alternative implementation, the closing mechanism is located on the inside of the balcony glass.

[0016] In one alternative implementation, the closing mechanism includes: A balcony hatch, the balcony hatch having a third position for closing the balcony hatch and a fourth position for avoiding the balcony hatch; A balcony door drive structure is provided, which is connected to the balcony door and is used to drive the balcony door to switch between a third position and a fourth position.

[0017] The beneficial effects of the above technical solution are as follows: the closing mechanism can seal the balcony hatch when the load-bearing mechanism is not in operation, effectively preventing external dust, rainwater, mosquitoes and other insects from entering the room; through the arrangement of the closing mechanism, the balcony hatch can be opened only when goods are being transferred, and quickly closed after the transfer is completed, without affecting the normal use function of the balcony, thus taking into account both practicality and safety.

[0018] Secondly, the present invention also provides a balcony receiving system, comprising: A drone for delivering goods, the drone including a drone control module; The balcony receiving device is used to receive goods delivered by a drone. The device includes a first control module, which is interconnected with the drone control module, and its output is connected to the controlled end of the carrying mechanism. The device also includes a second control module, which is interconnected with the drone control module, and its output is connected to the controlled end of the closing mechanism. Thirdly, the present invention also provides a method for receiving goods on a balcony, comprising the following steps: Receive cargo delivery signals and control the carrier mechanism to move to the extended state, so that the carrier mechanism extends outward to form a cargo receiving platform that can be used for temporary docking of drones; After the drone has placed the cargo, the control mechanism switches from the extended state to the retracted state, so that the carrier is attached to the exterior of the balcony and the cargo is transmitted into the room through the balcony hatch.

[0019] The beneficial effects of the above technical solution are as follows: Through automated process control, the present invention achieves seamless connection of goods from drone to indoors, without the need for manual intervention by the user, which significantly improves the convenience and efficiency of receiving goods. Attached Figure Description

[0020] To more clearly illustrate the specific embodiments of the present invention or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the specific embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.

[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a balcony receiving device in the retracted state according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a balcony receiving device according to an embodiment of the present invention when the supporting mechanism is in the extended state; Figure 3 This is a rear view of a balcony receiving device according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a balcony receiving system according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a drone for a balcony delivery system according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the working principle of a balcony receiving system according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 7 This is a flowchart illustrating the receiving process of a balcony receiving system according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0022] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures: 1. Balcony hatch; 2. Load-bearing mechanism; 3. Rotary drive structure; 4. Support rod; 5. Cargo platform; 6. Support plate; 7. Safety baffle; 8. Balcony hatch; 9. Balcony glass; 10. Balcony surface; 11. Drone; 111. Logistics box; 112. Drone hatch. Detailed Implementation

[0023] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention clearer, 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, 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.

[0024] With the rapid development of the low-altitude economy, drone logistics delivery has become one of the core solutions to address the last-mile bottleneck in urban logistics. Currently, most drone logistics deliveries can only achieve the delivery level to the community or downstairs, and cannot truly achieve direct delivery to the door, thus failing to meet users' core need to receive express deliveries and takeout without leaving home.

[0025] Balcony drone receivers, serving as the core carrier connecting end-users and logistics drones, are crucial equipment for achieving drone-to-home delivery. However, most residential drone receivers in related technologies are installed on balconies, generally only capable of delivering goods to the balcony and not directly transporting them indoors. Users still need to go to the balcony to pick up their packages, failing to truly achieve the goal of home-based delivery.

[0026] Based on this, the present invention provides a balcony receiving device, system and method, which, while opening a balcony hatch on the balcony glass, uses a carrying mechanism to transfer goods to the indoors, thereby truly achieving the goal of terminal delivery without leaving home.

[0027] In addition, the related technologies also have the following shortcomings: Firstly, most of them require large-scale renovations to the balcony floor and glass facade, which damages the original structure and facade integrity of the balcony, affects the aesthetics of the residence, and cannot meet the requirements of transparency and aesthetics of the fourth-generation residence. Secondly, the main body of the equipment is mostly set up indoors on the balcony, occupying a large amount of indoor space and giving users a strong sense of visual disharmony and spatial oppression.

[0028] Based on this, the present invention provides a balcony loading / unloading device, system, and method that fully considers the protection of the original residential structure and the optimization of space utilization in its design. On the one hand, the balcony hatch only requires an opening of a suitable size in the balcony glass, ensuring the integrity and transparency of the facade without the need for large-scale modifications to the balcony glass; it does not damage the balcony floor and basically does not occupy the indoor building's usable area. The balcony hangar greatly reduces the discomfort for indoor users on the exterior facade, lowers the visual effect of being large and unsightly, and perfectly matches the aesthetic requirements of fourth-generation housing. On the other hand, the main body of the device adopts a wall-mounted installation method, integrated into the balcony, blending seamlessly with the overall style of the balcony and avoiding visual disharmony and a sense of spatial oppression. Since it is installed and operated outdoors, all related movements of the equipment during operation will not involve human approach or contact, greatly ensuring the safety of indoor personnel.

[0029] The following is combined with Figures 1 to 7 This document describes specific embodiments of the balcony receiving device (first aspect), the balcony receiving system (second aspect), and the balcony receiving method (second aspect) of the present invention.

[0030] According to an embodiment of the present invention, in a first aspect, a balcony receiving device is provided, including a balcony hatch 1 and a supporting mechanism 2. The balcony hatch 1 is disposed on balcony glass 9. The supporting mechanism 2 is disposed on the exterior surface of the balcony, and the supporting mechanism 2 has an extended state and a retracted state. Figure 2 As shown, when the carrying mechanism 2 is in the extended state, it extends outward to form a cargo receiving platform that allows the drone to temporarily dock; as Figure 1 As shown, when the carrying mechanism 2 is in the retracted state, the carrying mechanism 2 transfers the received goods into the room through the balcony hatch 1.

[0031] In this embodiment, when the carrying mechanism 2 is in the retracted state, it can transfer goods into the room through the balcony hatch 1, which solves the problem that users need to go to the balcony to collect goods in the existing device, truly achieving the goal of terminal delivery without leaving home and meeting the user's core need for convenience.

[0032] In this embodiment, when transporting goods, the carrying mechanism 2 transfers the goods to the interior through the balcony hatch 1 installed on the balcony glass 9, rather than controlling the balcony glass 9 to rotate and open to transport the goods. This effectively avoids the problems of reduced structural stability, weakened sealing performance, and increased energy consumption that may occur due to the rotation and opening of the balcony glass in related technologies. Specifically, the setting of the balcony hatch 1 makes the goods transport channel more fixed, eliminating the need for complex driving and sealing treatment of the entire balcony glass 9, thereby reducing the overall failure rate and maintenance cost of the device. At the same time, the non-rotational opening method can better adapt to the installation structure of different types of balcony glass, improving the versatility and ease of installation of the device.

[0033] In some embodiments, the supporting mechanism 2 is a rotating supporting mechanism, including a rotating drive structure 3, a support rod 4, and a cargo platform 5. The rotating drive structure 3 is disposed on the exterior of the balcony. The support rod 4 is connected to the drive end of the rotating drive structure 3 and rotates under the drive of the rotating drive structure 3. The cargo platform 5 is a landing pad, and the cargo platform 5 is connected to the support rod 4. The cargo platform 5 has a first position accommodated in the balcony hatch 1 and a second position away from the balcony hatch 1. The rotating drive structure 3 is used to drive the cargo platform 5 to switch between the first position and the second position.

[0034] The rotary drive structure 3 includes a rotary chassis and a drive motor. The rotary chassis is set on the exterior of the balcony, and the drive motor is set on the rotary chassis and drives the support rod 4 to rotate.

[0035] It should be noted that the second position includes both a storage position and a receiving position. The storage position is where the cargo platform 5 is placed. When the cargo platform 5 is in the storage position, the supporting mechanism 2 is not in operation. The supporting mechanism 2 is attached to the edge of the balcony, reducing the space occupied on the balcony and lowering the risk of damage to the supporting mechanism 2 due to external environmental factors. The impact on the overall exterior facade of the wall is minimal. When the cargo platform 5 is in the receiving position, it is used to receive the drone; this is the drone's parking position.

[0036] Furthermore, the cargo platform 5 can be rotated 90° from the first position to switch to the storage position; or rotated less than 90° from the first position to switch to the receiving position, for example, by rotating 45°.

[0037] The operation process of this embodiment is as follows: When a receiving instruction is received, the rotary drive structure 3 is activated, and the drive strut 4 moves the cargo platform 5 from the storage position to the receiving position. At this time, the drone docks on the cargo platform 5 and places the goods on it. Then, the rotary drive structure 3 drives the cargo platform 5 from the receiving position to the first position, and the goods enter the room through the balcony hatch 1 along with the cargo platform 5, thus completing a single receiving operation. Throughout the operation, the rotation speed and rotation angle of the rotary drive structure 3 can be preset and adjusted according to the size of the balcony space and the size of the goods to ensure that the cargo platform 5 is stable and does not shake when changing positions, thus avoiding the goods from falling or being damaged.

[0038] In this embodiment, the support rod 4 and the cargo platform 5 are made of lightweight materials, making the balcony receiving device an overall lightweight structure. This not only effectively reduces the load on the rotary drive structure and energy consumption but also facilitates installation and maintenance without requiring large-scale modifications to the original balcony structure. Furthermore, the lightweight structure allows for faster response when the device rotates and switches positions, further improving the efficiency of the receiving operation. In addition, the use of lightweight materials reduces the load-bearing requirements on the balcony, making it suitable for more types of balcony spaces and enhancing the device's versatility.

[0039] In some embodiments, a QR code is provided on the cargo platform 5 for drone scanning and identification. The QR code, which can be affixed to the top surface of the cargo platform 5, contains a unique identification code for the balcony receiving device. The drone can quickly confirm the accuracy of the receiving target by scanning the QR code. Simultaneously, the QR code is made of waterproof and wear-resistant PVC material with a scratch-resistant coating, capable of withstanding the sun and rain of the balcony environment and ensuring long-term durability. When the cargo platform switches to the receiving position, the QR code area on its top surface will trigger a built-in micro-light assembly to softly illuminate, significantly improving the clarity of the QR code in low-light conditions such as cloudy days or nighttime, ensuring that the drone can efficiently complete the scanning and verification process, successfully dock, and deliver goods.

[0040] The cargo platform 5 includes a support plate 6 and a safety baffle 7. The safety baffle 7 is set on the top surface of the support plate 6 and is arranged circumferentially along the edge of the support plate 6. The QR code can be set on the support plate 6.

[0041] In some embodiments, the cargo platform 5 is equipped with a guided landing structure to guide the drone's landing. For example, the guided landing structure may include infrared positioning transmitters evenly distributed along the edge of the top surface of the cargo platform and a circular landing reference mark in the central area. The infrared positioning transmitters can send continuous, precise position coordinate signals to the drone, forming a dual positioning system with the drone's own GPS and visual positioning system to achieve landing position calibration. When the drone approaches the cargo platform, it can quickly adjust its flight attitude by capturing the circular landing reference mark through a visual sensor, ensuring a smooth landing in the central area of ​​the cargo platform. Furthermore, the guided landing structure also integrates a miniature distance sensor. When the drone is less than a certain distance from the top surface of the cargo platform, the miniature distance sensor sends a deceleration signal to the drone, guiding it to descend slowly and avoiding damage to the cargo or cargo platform caused by the impact of a rapid descent.

[0042] In some embodiments, the cargo platform 5 is equipped with an auxiliary function module, which includes at least one of a supplementary light, a speaker, a microphone, and a display screen. The supplementary light automatically activates when the ambient light intensity is below a preset threshold, ensuring that the drone's visual positioning system can clearly identify markers in low-light environments and guaranteeing landing accuracy. The speaker can be used to issue a reminder sound to the user after the goods are delivered. The display screen can display the real-time operating status of the cargo platform, the drone's landing progress, and cargo information, allowing users to intuitively understand the device's operating status.

[0043] In some embodiments, the rotation drive structure 3 is located at the corner below the balcony glass 9, and the support rod 4 is located below the balcony glass 9. The balcony hatch 1 is located at the bottom side of the balcony glass 9. In this embodiment, the rotation drive structure 3 at the corner can maximize the use of the unused space in the corner of the balcony, avoid occupying the activity area in the center of the balcony, and at the same time provide a stable fulcrum for the rotation and deployment of the support rod; the support rod is located below the balcony glass and will not affect the lighting of the balcony glass.

[0044] In some embodiments, since the dimensions of the express box are 300mm×250mm×250mm, in order to ensure the safety of the balcony glass, the height of the balcony hatch 1 after opening is at least 270mm. It is necessary to ensure that the balcony hatch area has a closing auxiliary design during operation, and to add a regional control switch for the balcony hatch.

[0045] In some embodiments, the bottom of the balcony hatch 1 is close to the balcony surface 10, which facilitates the direct placement of goods taken from the cargo platform 5 onto the balcony surface 10.

[0046] In some embodiments, the cargo platform 5 is arranged above the strut 4 and extends upward, so that when the strut 4 is below the balcony glass 9, the cargo platform 5 can correspond to the balcony hatch 1 on the balcony glass 9.

[0047] In some embodiments, the support rod 4 is a telescopic rod, which can be flexibly adjusted in length according to the actual width of the balcony to ensure that the cargo platform 5 can be accurately aligned with the balcony hatch 1, adapting to the balcony space requirements of different apartment types; when the device is not in operation, the support rod 4 can be retracted to its shortest length, further reducing the occupation of unused balcony space.

[0048] In some embodiments, the balcony receiving device further includes a closing mechanism disposed at the balcony hatch 1 of the balcony glass 9. When the carrying mechanism 2 is switched to the retracted state, the closing mechanism opens, making the balcony hatch 1 a passage for cargo transfer. When the carrying mechanism 2 is switched to the extended state, the closing mechanism closes the balcony hatch 1.

[0049] In this embodiment, the closing mechanism can seal the balcony hatch 1 when the load-bearing mechanism 2 is not in operation, effectively preventing external dust, rainwater, mosquitoes and other insects from entering the room; through the arrangement of the closing mechanism, the balcony hatch 1 can be opened only when goods are being transferred, and quickly closed after the transfer is completed, without affecting the normal use function of the balcony, thus taking into account both practicality and safety.

[0050] In some embodiments, the closing mechanism is located on the inner side of the balcony glass 9. Firstly, this avoids the closing mechanism from being exposed to the outdoor environment for a long time and being corroded by rain, ultraviolet rays, dust, etc., effectively extending its service life and reducing maintenance costs. Secondly, the inner installation method does not damage the overall aesthetics of the balcony glass facade, maintaining a clean and uniform building appearance. Thirdly, the closing mechanism arranged indoors will not interfere with the movement of the load-bearing mechanism 2 running outdoors.

[0051] In an optional embodiment, the closing mechanism includes a balcony hatch 8 and a balcony hatch drive structure. The balcony hatch 8 has a third position where it closes the balcony hatch 1 and a fourth position where it avoids the balcony hatch 1. The balcony hatch drive structure is connected to the balcony hatch 8 and is used to drive the balcony hatch 8 to switch between the third position and the fourth position.

[0052] When the balcony door 8 is in the third position, it can fit tightly against the edge of the balcony hatch 1, effectively blocking external dust, rain, mosquitoes and other insects from entering the room and maintaining the cleanliness of the indoor environment; when the balcony door 8 is in the fourth position, the balcony door 8 completely avoids the area of ​​the balcony hatch 1, ensuring that the transfer process is smooth and unobstructed.

[0053] In addition, the balcony door drive structure has stable power output and rapid action response, and can achieve precise linkage with the state switching of the bearing mechanism 2. For example, when the bearing mechanism 2 begins to retract, it synchronously drives the balcony door 8 to switch to the fourth position, and immediately drives the balcony door 8 back to the third position after the bearing mechanism 2 is fully extended. This further enhances the coordination and safety of the device operation, while also avoiding errors that may be caused by manual operation, and improving the automation level and reliability of the overall system.

[0054] The balcony door drive structure drives the balcony door 8 to move horizontally along the glass wall without interfering with the movement of the supporting mechanism 2. The balcony door drive structure can be a motor-driven linkage mechanism, a rack and pinion mechanism, or a linear drive module. For example, using a stepper motor with a synchronous belt drive structure can achieve smooth switching between the third and fourth positions of the balcony door 8, with high control precision. The position of the balcony door 8 can be fed back in real time via an encoder, ensuring precise timing matching with the supporting mechanism. Alternatively, a servo motor-driven crank-slider mechanism can be used, leveraging its simple structure and fast response speed to meet the need for rapid opening and closing of the balcony door 8, while also possessing good load capacity to adapt to the driving requirements of balcony doors 8 of varying weights. Furthermore, in some scenarios, a pneumatically driven cylinder structure can be used, providing power through compressed air. This offers advantages such as low cost and easy maintenance, making it suitable for balcony door 8 driving scenarios with high response speed requirements and light loads.

[0055] Furthermore, the balcony door 8 facing the balcony glass 9 is provided with a sealing structure. The sealing structure can be a rubber pad that can be fitted in a ring to the edge of the balcony door 8. When the balcony door 8 is closed, it can be tightly fitted to the surface of the balcony glass 9, effectively blocking rainwater, dust and insects from entering the balcony. At the same time, it has a certain sound insulation effect, reducing the interference of external noise on the indoor environment.

[0056] From an overall technical perspective, the aforementioned balcony receiving device has the following advantages: 1) Security and concealment When not in use, the load-bearing mechanism 2 is attached to the edge of the balcony to prevent it from being hit by falling objects, falling objects from above, or being blocked by hanging objects, and has minimal impact on the overall exterior facade of the wall.

[0057] 2) Reception performance and flexibility The length of the support rod 4 can be adjusted according to the needs of the scenario. Depending on the different balcony environments, the extension length can be adjusted in conjunction with the telescoping capability of the support rod 4 to fine-tune the safe distance between the drone and the glass surface of the exterior wall when it lands.

[0058] 3) Advantages in operation, maintenance, and installation More flexible installation location: The rotary drive structure 3 is fixed to the exterior of the fourth-generation residential balcony without damaging the horizontal ground of the balcony.

[0059] Minimizing cable exposure: The camera extends and retracts internally, with only an opening visible from the outside. Cables are primarily routed within the device, reducing exposure to sunlight, rain, and human damage. The camera is specifically housed within a pre-reserved cavity on the side of the support rod, connected to the first control module via a built-in miniature telescopic guide rail. Its extension range can be preset according to actual monitoring needs. When a drone approaches, the control unit receives a signal and drives the guide rail to extend the camera to the opening. After completing identification and positioning, it automatically retracts into the cavity. This internal cabling design completely conceals the camera's power and signal cables within the device housing, effectively avoiding the aging effects of the external environment on the cables and reducing future maintenance costs.

[0060] 4) Intelligent Applications and Energy Saving Turn on as needed to save energy: The switch can be controlled by a timed task or remote command, and can be retracted when not in use, saving energy for the motor and the whole machine.

[0061] Multi-sensor linkage: In conjunction with radar, laser, etc., the balcony hangar can be automatically opened when precise identification is required, realizing event triggering → precise landing.

[0062] 5) Space utilization and exterior design Space saving: A balcony hangar occupies approximately 1 square meter of the balcony's internal usable area, located in the corner area. Other fixed rotating mechanisms are located on the outer edge of the balcony, minimizing the occupation and waste of building area.

[0063] The appearance is neater and more beautiful: the whole is a rotating structure with a small cross-sectional area. Combined with its own cargo platform, when not in operation, only a cross-sectional device that is close to the color of the building can be seen from the exterior of the community, without any obvious sense of incongruity.

[0064] 6) Ability to withstand harsh environments Better resistance to high and low temperatures: The internal environment is relatively stable and can be used with heating / heat dissipation modules to allow the camera to work stably in a wide temperature range of -30℃ to 60℃.

[0065] According to an embodiment of the present invention, in a second aspect, a balcony receiving system is provided, including a drone and a balcony receiving device. The drone is used for goods delivery and includes a drone control module for controlling the drone as a whole. The balcony receiving device is used to receive the goods delivered by the drone. The balcony receiving device includes a first control module, which is interactively connected to the drone control module, and the output end of the first control module is connected to the controlled end of a carrying mechanism 2.

[0066] The drone 11 also includes the drone body, a flight control module, and a logistics box 111. The drone control module, flight control module, and logistics box 111 are all mounted on the drone body. The logistics box 111 is equipped with a drone door 112, which is controlled by a drone door control structure. The controlled end of the drone door control structure is connected to the output end of the drone control module, and the flight control module is interactively connected to the drone control module.

[0067] In some embodiments, the balcony receiving device further includes a second control module, which is interactively connected to the drone control module, and the output of the second control module is connected to the controlled end of the closing mechanism.

[0068] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a third aspect provides a method for receiving goods from a balcony, comprising the following steps: Users place orders on their mobile devices, which then send delivery instructions to the drone.

[0069] The drone receives the delivery instruction, and upon arrival at the destination, it obtains the QR code information on the cargo platform 5 and sends a delivery signal to the balcony receiving device.

[0070] The first control module of the balcony receiving device receives the goods delivery signal and controls the operation of the rotary drive structure 3. The rotary drive structure 3 controls the support rod 4 and the cargo platform 5 to rotate, so that the cargo platform 5 moves to the receiving position.

[0071] The drone docks on the cargo platform 5. The drone control module controls the drone door control structure to operate, and the drone door control structure controls the drone door 112 to open, placing the cargo onto the cargo platform 5.

[0072] After the drone completes the cargo placement, the drone control module simultaneously sends operation commands to the first and second control modules of the balcony receiving device. The second control module of the balcony receiving device sends an opening command to the balcony door drive structure, which controls the balcony door 8 to open; at the same time, the first control module of the balcony receiving device controls the carrying mechanism 2 to switch from the extended state to the retracted state, transferring the received cargo into the room through the balcony hatch 1, completing the unloading.

[0073] After the user retrieves the goods, they can press the control button on the balcony receiving device. The first control module sends a reset command to the supporting mechanism, and the rotation drive structure 3 drives the support rod 4 and the cargo platform 5 to rotate, causing the cargo platform 5 to move to the storage position. The second control module sends a reset command to the balcony door drive structure, which then controls the balcony door 8 to close.

[0074] Although embodiments of the invention have been described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, those skilled in the art can make various modifications and variations without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention, and such modifications and variations all fall within the scope defined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A balcony receiving device, characterized in that, include: A balcony hatch (1) is provided on the balcony glass (9); The carrying mechanism (2) is set on the exterior of the balcony. The carrying mechanism (2) has an extended state and a retracted state. When the carrying mechanism (2) is in the extended state, it extends outward to form a cargo receiving platform that can be used for temporary docking of drones. When the carrying mechanism (2) is in the retracted state, it transmits the received cargo into the room through the balcony hatch (1).

2. The balcony receiving device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bearing mechanism (2) is a rotating bearing mechanism, comprising: A rotary drive structure (3) is provided on the exterior facade of the balcony; The strut (4) is connected to the drive end of the rotary drive structure (3); The cargo platform (5) is connected to the strut (4). The cargo platform (5) has a first position that is accommodated in the balcony hatch (1) and a second position that is away from the balcony hatch (1). The rotary drive structure (3) is used to drive the cargo platform (5) to switch between the first position and the second position.

3. The balcony receiving device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The second position includes a storage position and a receiving position; when the cargo platform (5) is in the storage position, the bearing mechanism (2) is attached to the edge of the balcony; when the cargo platform (5) is in the receiving position, the cargo platform (5) is used to receive the drone.

4. The balcony receiving device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The rotary drive structure (3) is located at the corner below the balcony glass (9), the support rod (4) is located below the balcony glass (9), and the balcony hatch (1) is located at the bottom side of the balcony glass (9). And / or, the cargo platform (5) is arranged above the strut (4) and extends upward; And / or, the strut (4) is a telescopic strut.

5. The balcony receiving device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The cargo platform (5) is equipped with a QR code, which is used for drones to scan and identify. And / or, the cargo platform (5) is provided with a guided landing structure; And / or, the cargo platform (5) is provided with an auxiliary function module, which includes at least one of a fill light, a speaker, a microphone, and a display screen.

6. The balcony receiving device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The balcony receiving device also includes: The closing mechanism is located at the balcony hatch (1) of the balcony glass (9); when the carrying mechanism (2) is switched to the retracted state, the closing mechanism opens, so that the balcony hatch (1) forms a channel for cargo transfer; when the carrying mechanism (2) is switched to the extended state, the closing mechanism closes the balcony hatch (1).

7. The balcony receiving device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The closing mechanism is located on the inner side of the balcony glass (9), and the closing mechanism includes: The balcony hatch (8) has a third position for closing the balcony hatch (1) and a fourth position for avoiding the balcony hatch (1). A balcony door drive structure is connected to the balcony door (8) and is used to drive the balcony door (8) to switch between the third position and the fourth position.

8. A balcony receiving system, characterized in that, include: A drone for delivering goods, the drone including a drone control module; The balcony receiving device according to any one of claims 1-7 is used to receive goods output by a drone; the balcony receiving device includes a first control module, the first control module is interactively connected to the drone control module, and the output end of the first control module is connected to the controlled end of the carrying mechanism (2).

9. The balcony receiving system according to claim 8, characterized in that, The balcony receiving device also includes a second control module, which is interactively connected to the drone control module, and the output of the second control module is connected to the controlled end of the closing mechanism.

10. A method for receiving goods from a balcony, characterized in that, The method is based on the balcony receiving device according to any one of claims 1-7, and includes the following steps: Receive cargo delivery signal, control the carrier mechanism (2) to move to the extended state, so that the carrier mechanism (2) extends outward to form a cargo receiving platform that can be temporarily docked by drones; After the drone has placed the cargo, the control mechanism (2) switches from the extended state to the retracted state, so that the cargo carried by the carrier is transferred into the room through the balcony hatch (1).

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