Rapid leveling device applied to external field

By introducing a height adjustment mechanism and sensor into the photoelectric theodolite, combined with springs and leveling rollers, automatic leveling of the photoelectric theodolite is achieved, solving the problems of low efficiency and large error in the existing technology, and improving leveling accuracy and efficiency.

CN122014972APending Publication Date: 2026-05-12CHANGCHUN INST OF OPTICS FINE MECHANICS & PHYSICS CHINESE ACAD OF SCI
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
CHANGCHUN INST OF OPTICS FINE MECHANICS & PHYSICS CHINESE ACAD OF SCI
Filing Date
2024-11-08
Publication Date
2026-05-12

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Technical Problem

The leveling process of existing photoelectric theodolites relies on manual operation, which is inefficient and prone to introducing adjustment errors, making it difficult to meet high precision requirements.

Method used

The height adjustment mechanism and height detection sensor are used to achieve automatic adjustment. Combined with spring and leveling roller assembly, the height of the photoelectric theodolite is automatically adjusted to ensure accurate leveling.

Benefits of technology

It enables rapid and accurate leveling of photoelectric theodolites, reduces human error, and improves leveling efficiency and accuracy.

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Abstract

The invention relates to the technical field of rapid leveling, in particular to a rapid leveling device applied to an external field, which comprises an adjusting platform, a mounting seat, and at least three springs, at least three height adjusting mechanisms and at least three height detection sensors which are uniformly arranged between the adjusting platform and the mounting seat, each height adjusting mechanism comprises a driving assembly, a leveling roller assembly and a wedge-shaped roller path; the wedge-shaped roller path is connected with the driving assembly, and the leveling roller assembly abuts against the wedge-shaped roller path; when the height detection sensor detects that the height value of the position where the height detection sensor is located is smaller than or higher than a preset threshold value, the driving assembly corresponding to the height detection sensor drives the wedge-shaped roller path to move, then the leveling roller assembly is driven to move up and down, and therefore the height of the adjusting platform located in the area nearby the height detection sensor is adjusted. The automatic adjusting platform has the advantages that the height adjusting mechanism and the height detection sensor are arranged to achieve automatic adjustment of the adjusting platform, and the adjusting accuracy is ensured.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of rapid leveling technology, and more particularly to a rapid leveling device for use in outdoor fields. Background Technology

[0002] As a key component of range control and measurement equipment, the photoelectric theodolite possesses the important function of measuring the trajectory parameters of aerial targets, and is renowned for its ease of operation, operational stability, and excellent measurement accuracy. Measurement accuracy is one of the core indicators for evaluating the performance of a photoelectric theodolite. To ensure the acquisition of high-precision measurement data, it is crucial to precisely level the photoelectric theodolite to the horizontal plane before conducting the mission.

[0003] Currently, the leveling operation of photoelectric theodolites mainly relies on multiple leveling devices configured at their bottom. The leveling mechanism inside these devices uses a pair of wedge-shaped mechanical parts; however, the leveling process still requires manual observation and operation, which is not only inefficient but also prone to introducing large adjustment errors, making it difficult to meet the stringent high-precision requirements of photoelectric theodolites. Summary of the Invention

[0004] In view of this, the present invention aims to provide a rapid leveling device for field applications, which realizes automatic adjustment of the adjustment platform through a height adjustment mechanism and a height detection sensor.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution of this invention is implemented as follows: A rapid leveling device for field applications includes: an adjustment platform, a mounting base, and at least three springs, at least three height adjustment mechanisms, and at least three height detection sensors evenly arranged between the adjustment platform and the mounting base; the three springs and the three height adjustment mechanisms are spaced apart, and the height detection sensors are located between the springs and the height adjustment mechanisms; each height adjustment mechanism includes a drive component, a leveling roller assembly, and a wedge-shaped raceway; the wedge-shaped raceway is connected to the drive component, and the leveling roller assembly cooperates with the wedge-shaped raceway; when any height detection sensor detects that the height value at its location is less than or higher than a preset threshold, the drive component corresponding to the height detection sensor drives the wedge-shaped raceway to move, thereby driving the leveling roller assembly to move up and down, thereby adjusting the height of the adjustment platform in the area near the height detection sensor.

[0006] Furthermore, the drive assembly includes a power source and a screw, with the screw connected to the output end of the power source.

[0007] Furthermore, the power source is an electric motor or motor.

[0008] Furthermore, the height adjustment mechanism also includes a fixed frame, the upper surface of which is connected to the lower surface of the adjustment platform, and the other end of which is connected to the mounting base; the drive assembly is connected to the fixed frame along the circumferential direction of the mounting base, and the leveling roller assembly is connected to the lower surface of the fixed frame.

[0009] Furthermore, the leveling roller assembly includes a connecting lug, a connecting shaft, and rollers; the connecting lug is connected to the lower surface of the fixing frame, the connecting shaft passes through the connecting lug, and the rollers are rotatably disposed at both ends of the connecting shaft.

[0010] Furthermore, the outer contour of the connecting ear is U-shaped, and a through hole is provided on the U-shaped arc surface of the connecting ear, which is adapted to the connecting shaft.

[0011] Furthermore, the platform is adjusted to a first circular platform, and a first through hole is provided at the center of the platform.

[0012] Furthermore, the mounting base includes a second circular platform, an adapter, at least three adjustable legs, and at least three casters. The three adjustable legs and three casters are evenly arranged on the lower surface of the second circular platform through the adapter, and the three adjustable legs and three casters are spaced apart. The positions of the three adjustable legs correspond one-to-one with the positions of the three height adjustment mechanisms.

[0013] Furthermore, the adapter includes at least three connecting posts and at least three mounting blocks, which are evenly arranged on the lower surface of the second circular platform; the positions of the three connecting posts correspond one-to-one with the positions of the three height adjustment mechanisms.

[0014] Furthermore, one end of each of the three connecting columns is connected to the second circular platform, and the other end of each of the three connecting columns is connected to the three adjusting legs; one end of each of the three mounting blocks is connected to the second circular platform, and the other end of each of the three mounting blocks is connected to the three casters.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the present invention can achieve the following beneficial effects: 1. By incorporating springs, when the quick leveling device moves or encounters vibration, the springs not only act as shock absorbers, effectively absorbing and dispersing impact forces, but also compensate for the height of the adjustment platform, ensuring that the adjustment platform remains at a stable and suitable working height.

[0016] 2. The height adjustment mechanism and height detection sensor are used to automatically adjust the platform, ensuring the accuracy of the adjustment. The structure is simple and easy to adjust.

[0017] 3. By installing casters, the position of the quick leveling device can be moved quickly. Attached Figure Description

[0018] The accompanying drawings, which form part of this invention, are used to provide a further understanding of the invention. The illustrative embodiments and descriptions of the invention are used to explain the invention and do not constitute an undue limitation of the invention. In the drawings: Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the rapid leveling device provided in an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the mounting base provided according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the second circular platform provided according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the adapter provided according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the height adjustment mechanism provided in an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the wedge-shaped raceway provided according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0019] The reference numerals in the attached drawings include: 1. Adjustment platform; 2. Mounting base; 21. Second circular platform; 211. First positioning groove; 212. Second positioning groove; 213. Second through hole; 22. Adapter; 221. Connecting column; 222. Mounting block; 223. Connecting plate; 224. Rib plate; 23. Adjusting support leg; 24. Caster; 3. Spring; 4. Height adjustment mechanism; 41. Drive assembly; 411. Power source; 412. Screw; 42. Leveling roller assembly; 421. Connecting lug; 422. Connecting shaft; 423. Roller; 43. Wedge-shaped raceway; 431. Slide rail; 432. Threaded hole; 44. Fixing bracket; 5. Height detection sensor. Detailed Implementation

[0020] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this invention clearer, the invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the invention and do not constitute a limitation thereof.

[0021] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in the present invention can be combined with each other.

[0022] In the description of this invention, it should be understood that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating orientations or positional relationships based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, are only for the convenience of describing this invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation on this invention. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," etc., are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, features defined with "first," "second," etc., may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this invention, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0023] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention based on the specific circumstances.

[0024] The invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0025] like Figure 1 As shown in the figure, an embodiment of the present invention provides a rapid leveling device for use in an outdoor field, comprising: an adjustment platform 1, a mounting base 2, and at least three springs 3, at least three height adjustment mechanisms 4, and at least three height detection sensors 5, evenly disposed between the adjustment platform 1 and the mounting base 2. The three springs 3 and the three height adjustment mechanisms 4 are spaced apart, and the height detection sensors 5 are located between the springs 3 and the height adjustment mechanisms 4.

[0026] Adjustment platform 1 is a first circular platform, and adjustment platform 1 has a first through hole at its center.

[0027] like Figures 2-4 As shown, the mounting base 2 includes a second circular platform 21, an adapter 22, at least three adjustable legs 23, and at least three casters 24. The three adjustable legs 23 and three casters 24 are evenly distributed on the lower surface of the second circular platform 21 via the adapter 22, and are spaced apart. The positions of the three adjustable legs 23 correspond one-to-one with the positions of the three height adjustment mechanisms 4.

[0028] The second circular platform 21 has a second through hole 213 at its center. The diameter of the second circular platform 21 is equal to the diameter of the first circular platform 1. The diameter of the second through hole 213 is equal to the diameter of the first through hole.

[0029] A first positioning groove 211 and a second positioning groove 212 are also provided on the upper surface of the second circular platform 21. The first positioning groove 211 is a circular groove used to position the spring 3. One end of the spring 3 is embedded in the first positioning groove 211, and the other end of the spring 3 abuts against the lower surface of the adjusting platform 1. When the quick leveling device moves or encounters vibration, the spring 3 not only plays a role in shock absorption, effectively absorbing and dispersing the impact force, but also compensates for the height of the adjusting platform 1, ensuring that the adjusting platform 1 maintains a stable working height. The second positioning groove 212 is a rectangular groove used to position the height adjustment mechanism 4. By setting the first positioning groove 211 and the second positioning groove 212, the accuracy of the position of the spring 3 and the height adjustment mechanism 4 is ensured.

[0030] The adapter 22 includes at least three connecting posts 221 and at least three mounting blocks 222. The three connecting posts 221 and the three mounting blocks 222 are evenly arranged on the lower surface of the second circular platform 21. The positions of the three connecting posts 221 correspond one-to-one with the positions of the three height adjustment mechanisms 4.

[0031] One end of each of the three connecting columns 221 is connected to the second circular platform 21, and the other end of each of the three connecting columns 221 is connected to the three adjusting legs 23. One end of each of the three mounting blocks 222 is connected to the second circular platform 21, and the other end of each of the three mounting blocks 222 is connected to the three casters 24.

[0032] In this embodiment, adjacent connecting columns 221 and mounting blocks 222 are connected by connecting plates 223. Two stiffening plates 224 are also evenly arranged on the outer circumference of the connecting columns 221.

[0033] like Figure 5 , Figure 6 As shown, each height adjustment mechanism 4 includes a drive assembly 41, a leveling roller assembly 42, and a wedge-shaped raceway 43. The wedge-shaped raceway 43 is connected to the drive assembly 41, and the leveling roller assembly 42 cooperates with the wedge-shaped raceway 43. The drive assembly 41 includes a power source 411 and a screw 412, with the screw 412 connected to the output end of the power source 411. The power source 411 is a motor.

[0034] The height adjustment mechanism 4 also includes a fixed frame 44, the upper surface of which is connected to the lower surface of the adjustment platform 1, and the lower surface of the fixed frame 44 is connected to the mounting base 2. A drive assembly 41 is arranged radially along the mounting base 2 and connected to the fixed frame 44, and a leveling roller assembly 42 is connected to the lower surface of the fixed frame 44. The fixed frame 44 includes a movable top plate, the upper surface of which is connected to the lower surface of the adjustment platform 1.

[0035] The leveling roller assembly 42 includes a connecting ear 421, a connecting shaft 422, and a roller 423. The connecting ear 421 is connected to the lower surface of the top plate of the fixed frame 44, the connecting shaft 422 passes through the connecting ear 421, and the roller 423 is rotatably disposed at both ends of the connecting shaft 422.

[0036] The outer contour of the connecting ear 421 is U-shaped, and a through hole is provided at the lower end of the connecting ear 421, which is adapted to the connecting shaft 422.

[0037] On the inclined surface of the wedge-shaped raceway 43, two slides 431 are spaced apart, and rollers 423 are embedded in the slides 431 to cooperate with them. On the wedge-shaped raceway 43, along the moving direction of the wedge-shaped raceway 43, there is a threaded hole 432 adapted to the screw 412. One end of the screw 412 is connected to the output end of the power source 411, and the other end of the screw 412 passes through the threaded hole 432 and is connected to the fixed frame 44. When the power source 411 drives the screw 412 to rotate, it drives the wedge-shaped raceway 43 to move. By changing the position of the leveling roller assembly 42 on the inclined surface of the wedge-shaped raceway 43, the height of the top plate of the fixed frame 44 is adjusted, thereby achieving the leveling of the adjustment platform 1.

[0038] The height detection sensor 5 is an ultrasonic sensor or a laser rangefinder.

[0039] In this embodiment, the adjustment platform 1 is first coarsely adjusted using the adjustment leg 23, and then finely adjusted using the height adjustment mechanism 4.

[0040] When any height detection sensor 5 detects that the height value of its location is less than or higher than a preset distance, the drive component 41 corresponding to the height detection sensor 5 drives the wedge-shaped roller 43 to move, thereby driving the leveling roller assembly 42 to move up and down, thereby adjusting the height of the platform 1 in the area near the height detection sensor 5.

[0041] The preset distance is the distance between the lower surface of the adjustment platform 1 and the upper surface of the second circular platform 21.

[0042] The specific embodiments described above do not constitute a limitation on the scope of protection of this invention. Those skilled in the art should understand that various modifications, combinations, sub-combinations, and substitutions can be made according to design requirements and other factors. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of this invention should be included within the scope of protection of this invention.

Claims

1. A rapid leveling device for field applications, characterized in that, include: An adjustment platform, a mounting base, and at least three springs, at least three height adjustment mechanisms, and at least three height detection sensors are evenly distributed between the adjustment platform and the mounting base; the three springs and the three height adjustment mechanisms are spaced apart, and the height detection sensors are located between the springs and the height adjustment mechanisms; each height adjustment mechanism includes a drive assembly, a leveling roller assembly, and a wedge-shaped raceway; the wedge-shaped raceway is connected to the drive assembly, and the leveling roller assembly cooperates with the wedge-shaped raceway; When any of the height detection sensors detects that the height value at its location is less than or higher than a preset threshold, the drive component corresponding to the height detection sensor drives the wedge-shaped raceway to move, thereby driving the leveling roller assembly to move up and down, thereby adjusting the height of the adjustment platform in the area near the height detection sensor.

2. The rapid leveling device for field applications according to claim 1, characterized in that, The drive assembly includes a power source and a screw, with the screw connected to the output end of the power source.

3. The rapid leveling device for field applications according to claim 2, characterized in that, The power source is an electric motor.

4. The rapid leveling device for field applications according to claim 1, characterized in that, The height adjustment mechanism further includes a fixed frame, the upper surface of which is connected to the lower surface of the adjustment platform, and the lower surface of which is connected to the mounting base; the drive assembly is arranged radially along the mounting base and connected to the fixed frame, and the leveling roller assembly is connected to the lower surface of the fixed frame.

5. The rapid leveling device for field applications according to claim 4, characterized in that, The leveling roller assembly includes a connecting lug, a connecting shaft, and rollers; the connecting lug is connected to the lower surface of the fixing frame, the connecting shaft passes through the connecting lug, and the rollers are rotatably disposed at both ends of the connecting shaft.

6. The rapid leveling device for field applications according to claim 5, characterized in that, The outer contour of the connecting ear is U-shaped, and a through hole is provided at the lower end of the connecting ear, the hole being adapted to the connecting shaft.

7. The rapid leveling device for field applications according to claim 1, characterized in that, The adjustment platform is a first circular platform, and a first through hole is provided at the center of the adjustment platform.

8. The rapid leveling device for field applications according to claim 1, characterized in that, The mounting base includes a second circular platform, a connector, at least three adjustable legs, and at least three casters. The three adjustable legs and the three casters are evenly arranged on the lower surface of the second circular platform through the connector, and the three adjustable legs and the three casters are spaced apart. The positions of the three adjustable legs correspond one-to-one with the positions of the three height adjustment mechanisms.

9. The rapid leveling device for field applications according to claim 8, characterized in that, The adapter includes at least three connecting posts and at least three mounting blocks, with the three connecting posts and the three mounting blocks evenly arranged on the lower surface of the second circular platform; the positions of the three connecting posts correspond one-to-one with the positions of the three height adjustment mechanisms.

10. The rapid leveling device for field applications according to claim 9, characterized in that, One end of each of the three connecting columns is connected to the second circular platform, and the other end of each of the three connecting columns is connected to the three adjusting legs; one end of each of the three mounting blocks is connected to the second circular platform, and the other end of each of the three mounting blocks is connected to the three casters.