A docking device for unmanned aerial logistics

Abstract

This application provides a docking device for drone logistics, including a cabinet with a storage mechanism. The storage mechanism includes several first storage boxes mounted on the cabinet. Positioning frames are installed on the inner walls of both sides of each first storage box. Two positioning frames cooperate to position packages, and the ends of the positioning frames are bent to provide guidance and positioning when the package is placed. A support frame for supporting the package is also installed inside each first storage box. This application utilizes the first storage boxes to store packages, and the positioning frames on the inner walls of the first storage boxes provide positioning functionality, ensuring the package is placed in an upright position for easy retrieval. The support frame provides support for the package.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of drone logistics technology, and more specifically, to a docking device for drone logistics. Background Technology

[0002] With the rapid development of drone logistics technology, drones are increasingly being used in "last-mile" delivery. In drone logistics systems, ground connection devices are key equipment for the automatic handover of packages between drones and ground logistics nodes. However, existing connection devices have the following shortcomings during package storage: packages are prone to misalignment when placed in the storage area of ​​the connection device, leading to inconvenience in subsequent retrieval. Therefore, we propose an improvement to address this issue by developing a drone logistics connection device. Summary of the Invention

[0003] This invention provides a connecting device for drone logistics, including a cabinet. The cabinet is equipped with a storage mechanism, which includes several first storage boxes arranged on the cabinet. Positioning frames are installed on the inner walls on both sides of the first storage boxes. The two positioning frames cooperate with each other to achieve the positioning of the package. The ends of the positioning frames are bent to provide guidance and positioning when the package is placed. The first storage box is also equipped with a support frame for supporting the package.

[0004] As a preferred technical solution of this application, the cabinet has an opening corresponding to the first storage box, and an outer box door located at the opening is installed on the cabinet by a hinge. After the outer box door is closed, it is used to seal the opening, and a lock is provided between the outer box door and the first storage box. A baffle is installed on the inner side of the outer box door. After the outer box door is closed, the baffle extends into the first storage box to realize the positioning of the package.

[0005] As a preferred technical solution of this application, the cabinet is provided with a touch screen and a pick-up and drop-off port, and the inner side of the cabinet is provided with a second storage box corresponding to the pick-up and drop-off port. The second storage box is also provided with a support frame and a positioning frame. The front and rear ends of the second storage box are provided with sealing structures. The sealing structure includes a first support frame disposed at the second storage box, a first motor disposed on the first support frame, the first motor being connected to two first rotating shafts, each of which is provided with a first transmission wheel, two second transmission wheels disposed on the first support frame, a first transmission belt rotatably connecting the first and second transmission wheels, a lifting door disposed inside the first support frame, a first transmission plate disposed on the lifting door and connected to the first transmission belt, a first slide rail mounted on the first support frame, a first slider slidably connected to the first slide rail and connected to the first transmission plate.

[0006] As a preferred technical solution of this application, the top of the cabinet has a top frame, and both sides of the top frame are provided with a first protective mechanism. The first protective mechanism includes a first protective cover installed between the top frame and the cabinet. The side of the top frame is equipped with a mounting plate located inside the first protective cover. A second motor is installed on the mounting plate. The output shaft of the second motor is connected to two second rotating shafts. The ends of the two second rotating shafts that are far apart from each other extend to the outside of the first protective cover, and the ends of the two second rotating shafts that are far apart from each other are connected by a second protective cover. A first bearing seat is installed inside the first protective cover. The first bearing seat is connected to the outer surface of the second rotating shaft through a bearing. A second support frame is installed on the top frame.

[0007] As a preferred technical solution of this application, the top of the top frame is provided with a centering mechanism. The centering mechanism includes a support frame, on which a protective plate is installed. A second connecting frame is connected to each corner of the support frame, and the second connecting frame is connected to the top frame. A first centering part is provided on the support frame. The first centering part includes two first driving members respectively disposed on two opposite sides of the support frame, and two first centering plates are disposed between the two first driving members. A charging base is installed on the first centering plate. The first driving member includes a sixth motor installed on the side of the support frame. Both output shafts of the sixth motor are connected to a fifth driving screw. A second transmission plate is threadedly connected to the outer surface of the fifth driving screw, and the second transmission plate is connected to the first centering plate. One end of the fifth driving screw is connected to the second connecting frame through a bearing. A first reinforcing plate is connected to the outer surface of the fifth driving screw through a bearing. The first reinforcing plate is installed on the side of the support frame.

[0008] As a preferred technical solution of this application, the support frame is further provided with a second centering part. The second centering part includes two second driving members respectively disposed on two other opposite sides of the support frame, and two second centering plates are disposed between the two second driving members. The two second centering plates are perpendicular to the two first centering plates. The second driving member includes a seventh motor installed on the side of the support frame. The two output shafts of the seventh motor are each connected to a sixth driving screw. The outer surface of the sixth driving screw is threadedly connected to a third transmission plate, and the third transmission plate is connected to the second centering plate. One end of the sixth driving screw is connected to a second connecting frame through a bearing. The outer surface of the sixth driving screw is connected to a second reinforcing plate through a bearing. The second reinforcing plate is installed on the side of the support frame.

[0009] As a preferred technical solution of this application, the protective plate is provided with a communication port, and a second protective mechanism is provided between the support frame and the communication port. The second protective mechanism includes a third support frame installed inside the support frame. A third driving component is provided on the third support frame, and the third driving component is connected to a movable frame. A sealing plate is installed on the movable frame, and the sealing plate is used to seal the communication port. The third driving component includes an eighth motor installed on the third support frame. Both output shafts of the eighth motor are connected to a fourth rotating shaft. The ends of the two fourth rotating shafts that are far apart from each other are connected to a third transmission wheel. Two adjusting screws are rotatably connected to the third support frame through bearings. Adjusting frames are threaded to the outer surfaces of the two adjusting screws. A fourth transmission wheel is provided on each of the two adjusting frames. A second transmission belt is rotatably connected between the fourth transmission wheel and the third transmission wheel. Two transmission frames are hinged on the movable frame. A connecting bolt is provided on the transmission frame. The connecting bolt passes through the third support frame and is connected to a clamping block. The clamping block is connected to the second transmission belt. An elongated opening for the connecting bolt to pass through is provided on the third support frame. A baffle is installed on the third support frame.

[0010] As a preferred technical solution of this application, a transfer mechanism is provided in the cabinet for use with the storage mechanism. The transfer mechanism includes a fourth drive component installed in the cabinet, a lifting component is provided on the fourth drive component, and a fifth drive component is provided on the lifting component. A first connecting frame is provided on the fifth drive component, and a bracket is connected to the first connecting frame. The fourth driving component includes a first base plate installed inside the cabinet. Two second bearing seats are mounted on the first base plate. A first driving screw is positioned between the two second bearing seats. A first screw nut is threaded onto the first driving screw, and the first screw nut is connected to a first connecting plate. The first connecting plate is connected to a first movable plate. A lifting component is positioned on top of the first movable plate. The first movable plate is connected to a second slide block, and the second slide block is connected to a second slide rail. The second slide rail is mounted on the first base plate. A third motor is also installed inside the cabinet. A first commutator is positioned between the third motor and one end of the first driving screw. The first commutator is connected to a third rotating shaft. A second commutator is connected to the top end of the third rotating shaft. A fifth connecting plate is connected between the second commutator and the cabinet. The second commutator is also connected to a fourth driving screw. A second screw nut is mounted on the fourth driving screw, and the second screw nut is connected to a seventh connecting plate. The seventh connecting plate is connected to the lifting component. A sixth connecting plate is rotatably connected to the outer surface of the third rotating shaft via bearings. The sixth connecting plate is installed inside the cabinet.

[0011] As a preferred technical solution of this application, the lifting component includes a base plate mounted on a first movable plate, a vertical plate mounted on the base plate, the vertical plate being connected to a second slide rail, two third bearing seats mounted on the vertical plate, a second drive screw rotatably connected between the two third bearing seats via bearings, a third screw nut threaded onto the second drive screw, a third connecting plate connected to the third screw nut, a lifting plate connected to the third connecting plate, a fifth driving component disposed on the lifting plate, a third slide rail mounted on the vertical plate, a fourth slider slidably connected to the third slide rail, the fourth slider being connected to the lifting plate, and a fifth motor connected between the bottom end of the second drive screw and the base plate.

[0012] As a preferred technical solution of this application, the fifth driving component includes a second base plate mounted on a lifting plate. A side plate and a fourth bearing seat are mounted on the second base plate. A third driving screw is connected between the side plate and the second base plate through the fourth bearing seat. One end of the third driving screw is connected to a fourth motor. A fourth screw nut is threaded onto the outer surface of the third driving screw. The fourth screw nut is connected to a fourth connecting plate. The fourth connecting plate is connected to a second moving plate. The second moving plate is connected to a first connecting frame. A third slider is mounted on the second moving plate. The third slider is slidably connected to a fourth slide rail. The fourth slide rail is mounted on the second base plate.

[0013] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention are as follows: This application provides a first storage box for storing packages, and positioning frames on the inner walls of both sides of the first storage box can position the packages so that they are in a straight position after being placed, which facilitates subsequent retrieval. The support frame is used to provide support for the packages. Attached Figure Description

[0014] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of the drone logistics docking device provided in this application; Figure 2 A partial structural schematic diagram of the drone logistics docking device provided in this application; Figure 3 The structural diagram of the inventory organization provided for this application; Figure 4 A structural diagram of the inventory organization provided in this application from another perspective; Figure 5 The structural schematic diagram of the lifting door provided in this application; Figure 6 A schematic diagram of the transfer facility provided in this application; Figure 7 A schematic diagram of the structure of the first drive screw provided in this application; Figure 8 A schematic diagram of the bracket provided in this application; Figure 9 A schematic diagram of the first protective mechanism provided for this application; Figure 10 A structural diagram of the centering mechanism provided for this application; Figure 11A bottom-view structural diagram of the centering mechanism provided for this application; Figure 12 A structural schematic diagram of the second protective mechanism provided for this application; Figure 13 A partial structural diagram of the second protective mechanism provided in this application; Figure 14 A schematic diagram of the structure of the drone logistics docking device provided in this application during use.

[0015] The image shows: 1. Cabinet; 101. Sunshade; 102. Camera; 103. Weather station; 104. Top rack; 2. Storage mechanism; 201. First storage box; 202. Outer door; 203. Baffle; 204. Lifting door; 205. Touch screen; 206. Support frame; 207. Positioning frame; 208. First support frame; 209. Second storage box; 210. First motor; 211. First shaft; 212. First transmission belt; 213. First transmission plate; 214. First slide rail; 3. First protective mechanism; 301. First protective cover; 302. Second protective cover; 303. Second shaft 304. Mounting plate; 305. Second motor; 306. Second support frame; 307. First bearing seat; 4. Transfer mechanism; 401. First base plate; 402. Second bearing seat; 403. First drive screw; 404. First moving plate; 405. Second slide block; 406. Second slide rail; 407. First commutator; 408. Third motor; 409. Base plate; 410. Vertical plate; 411. Third bearing seat; 412. Second drive screw; 413. Lifting plate; 414. Side plate; 415. Third drive screw; 416. Fourth motor; 417. First connecting frame; 41 8. Fifth motor; 419. Bracket; 420. Third slide rail; 421. Third rotating shaft; 422. Second commutator; 423. Fifth connecting plate; 424. Sixth connecting plate; 425. Fourth drive screw; 426. Seventh connecting plate; 427. Second moving plate; 428. Third slider; 429. Fourth slider; 430. Second base plate; 431. Fourth slide rail; 5. Centering mechanism; 501. Support frame; 502. Protective plate; 503. Second connecting frame; 504. First reinforcing plate; 505. Sixth motor; 506. Fifth drive screw; 507. Second transmission plate; 50 8. First centering plate; 509. Charging base; 510. Second reinforcing plate; 511. Seventh motor; 512. Third transmission plate; 513. Second centering plate; 514. Sixth drive screw; 6. Second protective mechanism; 601. Third support frame; 602. Eighth motor; 603. Moving frame; 604. Sealing plate; 605. Fourth rotating shaft; 606. Third transmission wheel; 607. Adjusting screw; 608. Adjusting frame; 609. Fourth transmission wheel; 610. Clamping block; 611. Second transmission belt; 612. Long opening; 613. Transmission frame; 614. Baffle; 615. Connecting bolt. Detailed Implementation

[0016] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the present invention, the technical solutions of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of the present invention. 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 should fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0017] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features and technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention can be combined with each other.

[0018] It should be noted that similar labels and letters in the following figures indicate similar items. Therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it does not need to be further defined and explained in subsequent figures.

[0019] For an example, please refer to... Figures 1-14 A drone logistics connection device includes a cabinet 1, a storage mechanism 2 on the cabinet 1, and a plurality of first storage boxes 201 on the cabinet 1. Positioning frames 207 are installed on the inner walls on both sides of the first storage boxes 201. The two positioning frames 207 cooperate with each other to achieve the positioning of the package. The ends of the positioning frames 207 are bent to provide guidance and positioning when the package is placed. The first storage box 201 is also equipped with a support frame 206 for supporting the package. For ease of understanding, this application uses A to represent the package and marks it in the figure. The cabinet 1 is equipped with an indoor air conditioning unit, and an outdoor air conditioning unit is installed outside the cabinet 1 to work with the indoor air conditioning unit. By installing the air conditioning, a low-temperature environment can be maintained inside the cabinet 1, which can not only provide heat dissipation for the operation of the components, but also provide low-temperature storage conditions for the packages.

[0020] The positioning frame 207 is used to position the package, preventing it from shifting within the first storage box 201 and ensuring the stability of the package storage. The bent end design of the positioning frame 207 can guide the package when it is placed in, reducing the difficulty of placing the package.

[0021] Furthermore, the cabinet 1 has an opening corresponding to the first storage box 201, and an outer door 202 is hinged to the cabinet 1 at the opening. When closed, the outer door 202 seals the opening, and a lock is provided between the outer door 202 and the first storage box 201. A baffle 203 is installed on the inner side of the outer door 202, extending into the first storage box 201 after the outer door 202 is closed, for positioning the package. A sunshade 101 is also provided on the front of the cabinet 1 above the outer door 202. A weather station 103 and a remote control box are located at the top of the sunshade 101, and a... Equipped with a camera 102; the outer door 202, in conjunction with a lock, can seal the first storage box 201 to prevent theft or loss of packages and ensure package security; the baffle 203 and the positioning frame 207 work together to form multi-directional positioning, further improving the accuracy of package positioning; the sunshade 101 can block direct sunlight from shining on the outer door 202 and the touch screen 205; the weather station 103 can monitor environmental parameters such as temperature, humidity, and wind speed in real time, providing environmental data support for drone take-off and landing and docking operations, ensuring operational safety; the camera 102 can monitor the surrounding environment of the cabinet 1 in real time, facilitating staff to remotely view the equipment status and package storage and retrieval, and promptly detect abnormalities.

[0022] Furthermore, the cabinet 1 is equipped with a touch screen 205 and an access port, and the inner side of the cabinet 1 is equipped with a second storage box 209 corresponding to the access port. The second storage box 209 is also equipped with a support frame 206 and a positioning frame 207. The front and rear ends of the second storage box 209 are equipped with sealing structures. The sealing structure includes a first support frame 208 located at the second storage box 209. A first motor 210 is mounted on the first support frame 208, and the first motor 210 is connected to two first rotating shafts 211, each of which is equipped with a first transmission wheel. Two second transmission wheels are mounted on the first support frame 208, and a first transmission belt 212 rotatably connects the first and second transmission wheels. A lifting door 204 is located inside the first support frame 208, and a first transmission plate 213 is mounted on the lifting door 204, connected to the first transmission belt 212. The first support frame 208... The device is equipped with a first slide rail 214, on which a first slider is slidably connected, and the first slider is connected to the first transmission plate 213. The touch screen 205 facilitates user operation of the device, enabling functions such as package storage and retrieval, and device parameter settings, thus improving the device's convenience. The second storage box 209 increases the package storage capacity and corresponds to the retrieval and placement port, facilitating quick package retrieval and placement by the user, thereby improving connection efficiency. The first motor 210, the first transmission wheel, the second transmission wheel, and the first transmission belt 212 work together to drive the lifting door 204 to rise and fall, thereby achieving automatic sealing of the front and rear ends of the second storage box 209.

[0023] Furthermore, the top of the cabinet 1 has a top frame 104, and both sides of the top frame 104 are provided with a first protective mechanism 3. The first protective mechanism 3 includes a first protective cover 301 installed between the top frame 104 and the cabinet 1. A mounting plate 304 located inside the first protective cover 301 is installed on the side of the top frame 104. A second motor 305 is installed on the mounting plate 304. The output shaft end of the second motor 305 is connected to two second rotating shafts 303. The ends of the two second rotating shafts 303 that are far apart from each other extend to the outside of the first protective cover 301. The cabinet 1 is equipped with a first protective cover 302 connected between the two ends of the second rotating shafts 303 that are far apart from each other. A first bearing seat 307 is installed inside the first protective cover 301. The first bearing seat 307 is connected to the outer surface of the second rotating shaft 303 through a bearing. A second support frame 306 is installed on the top frame 104. The second motor 305 drives the second rotating shaft 303 to rotate, which can drive the second protective cover 302 to unfold or retract. When unfolded, the protection on the top of the cabinet 1 can be removed to allow the drone to take off and land. When retracted, it can provide protection.

[0024] Furthermore, a centering mechanism 5 is provided on the top of the top frame 104. The centering mechanism 5 includes a support frame 501, on which a protective plate 502 is installed. A second connecting frame 503 is connected to each corner of the support frame 501, and the second connecting frame 503 is connected to the top frame 104. A first centering part is provided on the support frame 501. The first centering part includes two first driving members respectively disposed on two opposite sides of the support frame 501, and two first centering plates 508 are disposed between the two first driving members. A charging base 509 is installed on the first centering plate 508. The first driving member includes a sixth motor 505 installed on the side of the support frame 501. Both output shafts of motor 505 are connected to a fifth drive screw 506. The outer surface of the fifth drive screw 506 is threaded with a second transmission plate 507, and the second transmission plate 507 is connected to a first centering plate 508. One end of the fifth drive screw 506 is connected to a second connecting frame 503 through a bearing. The outer surface of the fifth drive screw 506 is connected to a first reinforcing plate 504 through a bearing. The first reinforcing plate 504 is installed on the side of the support frame 501. The first centering part drives the fifth drive screw 506 to rotate through the sixth motor 505, which drives the second transmission plate 507 and the first centering plate 508 to move, thereby realizing the centering adjustment of the UAV in one direction. Furthermore, the support frame 501 is also provided with a second centering section, which includes two second driving components respectively located on two other opposite sides of the support frame 501, and two second centering plates 513 are provided between the two second driving components. The two second centering plates 513 are perpendicular to the two first centering plates 508. The second driving component includes a seventh motor 511 installed on the side of the support frame 501. Both output shafts of the seventh motor 511 are connected to a sixth driving screw 514. The outer surface of the sixth driving screw 514 is threadedly connected to a third transmission plate 512, and the third transmission plate 512 is connected to the second centering plate 513. One end of the sixth driving screw 514 is connected to a second connecting frame 503 through a bearing. The outer surface of the sixth driving screw 514 is connected to a second reinforcing plate 510 through a bearing. The second reinforcing plate 510 is installed on the side of the support frame 501. The seventh motor 511 drives the sixth driving screw 514 to rotate, thereby moving the third transmission plate 512 and the second centering plate 513, realizing the centering adjustment of the UAV in another direction.

[0025] Furthermore, a communication port is provided on the protective plate 502, and a second protective mechanism 6 is provided between the support frame 501 and the communication port. The second protective mechanism 6 includes a third support frame 601 installed inside the support frame 501. A third driving component is provided on the third support frame 601, and the third driving component is connected to a movable frame 603. A sealing plate 604 is installed on the movable frame 603, and the sealing plate 604 is used to seal the communication port. The third driving component includes an eighth motor 602 installed on the third support frame 601. Both output shafts of the eighth motor 602 are connected to a fourth rotating shaft 605. The ends of the two fourth rotating shafts 605 that are far apart from each other are connected to a third transmission wheel 606. Two adjusting screws 607 are rotatably connected to the third support frame 601 through bearings. Adjusting frames 608 are threadedly connected to the outer surfaces of the two adjusting screws 607. A fourth transmission wheel 609 is provided on each of the two adjusting frames 608. The fourth transmission wheel 609 is connected to the third transmission wheel 606. A second transmission belt 611 is rotatably connected between the wheels 606. Two transmission frames 613 are hinged on the movable frame 603. A connecting bolt 615 is provided on the transmission frame 613. The connecting bolt 615 passes through the third support frame 601 and is connected to a clamping block 610. The clamping block 610 is connected to the second transmission belt 611. An elongated opening 612 for the connecting bolt 615 to pass through is provided on the third support frame 601. A baffle 614 is installed on the third support frame 601. The connecting opening facilitates the transfer of packages from the drone to the cabinet 1 or vice versa. The second protective mechanism 6 can block the connecting opening with a sealing plate 604 when no connection operation is being performed. The third driving component drives the fourth rotating shaft 605 and the third transmission wheel 606 to rotate through the eighth motor 602, which drives the second transmission belt 611 to rotate. In turn, the clamping block 610, the connecting bolt 615 and the transmission frame 613 drive the movable frame 603 and the sealing plate 604 to move, realizing the automatic opening and closing of the sealing plate 604.

[0026] Furthermore, the cabinet 1 is equipped with a transfer mechanism 4 that works in conjunction with the storage mechanism 2. The transfer mechanism 4 includes a fourth drive component installed in the cabinet 1. The fourth drive component is equipped with a lifting component, and the lifting component is equipped with a fifth drive component. The fifth drive component is equipped with a first connecting frame 417, and the first connecting frame 417 is connected to a bracket 419. The fourth driving component includes a first base plate 401 installed inside the cabinet 1. Two second bearing seats 402 are mounted on the first base plate 401. A first driving screw 403 is positioned between the two second bearing seats 402. A first screw nut is threaded onto the first driving screw 403, and the first screw nut is connected to a first connecting plate. The first connecting plate is connected to a first moving plate 404. A lifting component is positioned on top of the first moving plate 404. A second slide block 405 is connected to the first moving plate 404, and a second slide rail 406 is connected to the second slide block 405. The second slide rail 406 is mounted on the first base plate 401. A third motor 408 is also installed inside the cabinet 1. A first commutator 407 is positioned between the third motor 408 and one end of the first driving screw 403. The first commutator 407 is connected to a third rotating shaft 421. A second commutator 422 is connected to the top of the third rotating shaft 421. A fifth connecting plate 423 connects the second commutator 422 to the cabinet 1. The commutator 422 is also connected to a fourth drive screw 425, on which a second screw nut is provided. The second screw nut is connected to a seventh connecting plate 426, which is connected to the lifting component. The outer surface of the third rotating shaft 421 is rotatably connected to a sixth connecting plate 424 via a bearing. The sixth connecting plate 424 is installed inside the cabinet 1. The transfer mechanism 4 can realize the automatic transfer of packages inside the cabinet 1 without manual handling, improving the efficiency of package connection and storage and reducing the intensity of manual labor. The third motor 408 drives the first drive screw 403 to rotate, which drives the first moving plate 404 to move along the second slide rail 406, realizing the horizontal movement of the lifting component and the fifth drive component, which can transfer packages to different storage box positions. The cooperation of the first commutator 407 and the second commutator 422 can transmit the power of the third motor 408 to the fourth drive screw 425, driving the lifting component to move synchronously, ensuring the stability and synchronicity of the movement process.

[0027] Furthermore, the lifting component includes a base plate 409 mounted on the first movable plate 404, a vertical plate 410 mounted on the base plate 409, the vertical plate 410 connected to the second slide rail 406, two third bearing seats 411 mounted on the vertical plate 410, a second drive screw 412 rotatably connected between the two third bearing seats 411 via bearings, a third screw nut threaded onto the second drive screw 412, a third connecting plate connected to the third screw nut, and a lifting plate 413 connected to the third connecting plate. A fifth driving component is set at the lifting plate 413. A third slide rail 420 is installed on the lowering plate 413 and the upright plate 410. A fourth slider 429 is slidably connected to the third slide rail 420. The fourth slider 429 is connected to the lifting plate 413. A fifth motor 418 is connected between the bottom end of the second drive screw 412 and the base plate 409. The lifting component can realize the lifting and lowering movement of the fifth drive component and the bracket 419, which facilitates the transfer of packages to storage boxes of different heights. The fifth motor 418 drives the second drive screw 412 to rotate, thereby driving the lifting plate 413 to rise and fall along the third slide rail 420.

[0028] Furthermore, the fifth driving component includes a second base plate 430 mounted on a lifting plate 413. A side plate 414 and a fourth bearing seat are mounted on the second base plate 430. A third driving screw 415 is connected between the side plate 414 and the second base plate 430 via the fourth bearing seat. One end of the third driving screw 415 is connected to a fourth motor 416. A fourth screw nut is threaded onto the outer surface of the third driving screw 415. The fourth screw nut is connected to a fourth connecting plate. The fourth connecting plate is connected to a second moving plate 427. The second moving plate 427 is connected to a first connecting frame 417. A third slider 428 is mounted on the second moving plate 427. The third slider 428 is slidably connected to a fourth slide rail 431. The fourth slide rail 431 is mounted on the second base plate 430. The fifth driving component can realize secondary movement of the bracket 419 in the horizontal direction. In conjunction with the fourth driving component and the lifting component, it can realize precise transfer of the package in the three-dimensional space inside the cabinet 1, ensuring that the package can be accurately placed into the designated storage box or taken out.

[0029] The usage process of the drone logistics connection device provided by this invention is as follows: When the drone needs to land, the eighth motor 602 in the control second protection mechanism 6 is started. The eighth motor 602 drives the fourth rotating shaft 605 and the third transmission wheel 606 to rotate. The second transmission belt 611 drives the clamping block 610 to move. The clamping block 610 pushes the moving frame 603 and its sealing plate 604 to move through the connecting bolt 615 and the transmission frame 613, thereby opening the communication port on the protection plate 502. The drone lands on the protective plate 502. The sixth motor 505 of the first centering section drives the two fifth drive screws 506 to rotate synchronously, causing the second transmission plate 507 to drive the two first centering plates 508 to move, centering the drone from a pair of opposite sides. The seventh motor 511 of the second centering section drives the two sixth drive screws 514 to rotate synchronously, causing the third transmission plate 512 to drive the two second centering plates 513 to move, centering the drone from another pair of opposite sides. After centering, the charging port at the bottom of the drone connects with the charging base 509 on the first centering plate 508. The third motor 408 of the fourth drive unit drives the first drive screw 403 to rotate through the first commutator 407, which drives the first moving plate 404 to move horizontally along the second slide rail 406 and position it behind the target first storage box 201. At the same time, the power of the third motor 408 is transmitted to the fourth drive screw 425 through the third rotating shaft 421 and the second commutator 422. The fifth motor 418 of the lifting component drives the second drive screw 412 to rotate, causing the lifting plate 413 to rise and fall vertically along the third slide rail 420, so that the bracket 419 is aligned with the height of the target first storage box 201. The fourth motor 416 of the fifth drive component drives the third drive screw 415 to rotate, causing the second moving plate 427 to extend and retract horizontally along the fourth slide rail 431, so that the first connecting frame 417 and the bracket 419 extend to the communication port on the protective plate 502, that is, reach below the drone. The drone places the package on the bracket 419. The transfer mechanism 4 moves the package into the first storage box 201 and places the package on the carrier 206 inside the first storage box 201. The package is limited on both sides by the positioning frame 207. User package retrieval operation: The user completes identity verification on the touch screen 205 on the front of the cabinet 1. The transfer mechanism 4 takes out the target package from the designated first storage box 201, transfers it and places it on the carrier 206 in the second storage box 209. The first motor 210 drives the first rotating shaft 211 and the first transmission belt 212 to move, which drives the first transmission plate 213 and the lifting door 204 to move along the first slide rail 214, opening the retrieval port. The user takes the package from the retrieval port at the front of the second storage box 209. After the user takes the package, the first motor 210 reverses and drives the lifting door 204 to move, closing the retrieval port. User package drop-off operation: The user completes the package drop-off operation on the touch screen 205. The lifting door 204 at the front of the second storage box 209 opens, and the user puts the package into the second storage box 209. The package is supported and positioned by the support frame 206 and the positioning frame 207. The lifting door 204 closes, the transfer mechanism 4 starts, and the bracket 419 extends from the rear into the second storage box 209 to take the package. Then, according to the instruction, the package is stored in an empty first storage box 201. When the drone needs to pick up the package, the transfer mechanism 4 takes out the target package from the designated first storage box 201, lifts the bracket 419 and the package to the top, and raises the package from the connection port on the protective plate 502. The drone grabs or receives the package from the bracket 419, and the bracket 419 retracts into the device. After the drone takes off and leaves, the eighth motor 602 of the second protection mechanism 6 starts in reverse, driving the sealing plate 604 to move and re-seal the connection port on the protection plate 502. When there is no work for a long time, the second motor 305 of the first protective mechanism 3 can be started to drive the second rotating shaft 303 to rotate and flip the second protective cover 302 to the closed state. When work is required, the second protective cover 302 will be flipped open.

[0030] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection, an electrical connection, or a connection that allows communication between them; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components, unless otherwise explicitly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention according to the specific circumstances.

[0031] Obviously, the embodiments described above are merely some embodiments of the present invention, not all embodiments. The accompanying drawings show preferred embodiments of the present invention, but do not limit the patent scope of the present invention. The present invention can be implemented in many different forms; rather, these embodiments are provided to provide a more thorough and complete understanding of the disclosure of the present invention. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing specific embodiments, or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any equivalent structures made using the content of this specification and drawings, directly or indirectly applied to other related technical fields, are similarly within the patent protection scope of this invention.

Claims

1. A connecting device for unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) logistics, characterized in that, The device includes a cabinet (1), on which a storage mechanism (2) is provided. The storage mechanism (2) includes several first storage boxes (201) provided on the cabinet (1). Positioning frames (207) are installed on the inner walls on both sides of the first storage boxes (201). The two positioning frames (207) cooperate with each other to realize the positioning of the package. The ends of the positioning frames (207) are bent to provide guidance and positioning when the package is placed. A support frame (206) for supporting the package is also installed in the first storage box (201).

2. The drone logistics connecting device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cabinet (1) has an opening corresponding to the first storage box (201), and an outer door (202) is installed on the cabinet (1) at the opening via a hinge. The outer door (202) is used to seal the opening after it is closed, and a lock is provided between the outer door (202) and the first storage box (201). A baffle (203) is installed on the inner side of the outer door (202). The baffle (203) extends into the first storage box (201) after the outer door (202) is closed, and is used to position the package.

3. The drone logistics connecting device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The cabinet (1) is equipped with a touch screen (205) and a pick-up and drop-off port. The inner side of the cabinet (1) is equipped with a second storage box (209) corresponding to the pick-up and drop-off port. The second storage box (209) is also equipped with a support frame (206) and a positioning frame (207). The front and rear ends of the second storage box (209) are equipped with sealing structures. The sealing structure includes a first support frame (208) located at the second storage box (209). A first motor (210) is mounted on the first support frame (208). The first motor (210) is connected to two first rotating shafts (211), and each of the two first rotating shafts (211) is equipped with a first transmission wheel. Two second transmission wheels are mounted on the first support frame (208). A first transmission belt (212) is rotatably connected between the first transmission wheel and the second transmission wheel. A lifting door (204) is mounted on the inner side of the first support frame (208). A first transmission plate (213) is mounted on the lifting door (204), and the first transmission plate (213) is connected to the first transmission belt (212). A first slide rail (214) is mounted on the first support frame (208). A first slider is slidably connected on the first slide rail (214), and the first slider is connected to the first transmission plate (213).

4. The drone logistics connecting device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The top of the cabinet (1) has a top frame (104), and the top frame (104) is provided with a first protective mechanism (3) on both sides. The first protective mechanism (3) includes a first protective cover (301) installed between the top frame (104) and the cabinet (1). The top frame (104) is provided with a mounting plate (304) located inside the first protective cover (301) on its side. A second motor (305) is installed on the mounting plate (304). The output shaft of the second motor (305) is connected to two second rotating shafts (303). The ends of the two second rotating shafts (303) that are far apart from each other extend to the outside of the first protective cover (301). A second protective cover (302) is connected between the ends of the two second rotating shafts (303) that are far apart from each other. A first bearing seat (307) is installed inside the first protective cover (301). The first bearing seat (307) is connected to the outer surface of the second rotating shaft (303) by a bearing. A second support frame (306) is installed on the top frame (104).

5. The drone logistics connecting device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The top of the top frame (104) is provided with a centering mechanism (5), which includes a support frame (501). A protective plate (502) is installed on the support frame (501). A second connecting frame (503) is connected to each corner of the support frame (501), and the second connecting frame (503) is connected to the top frame (104). A first centering part is provided on the support frame (501). The first centering part includes two first driving members respectively arranged on two opposite sides of the support frame (501), and two first centering plates (508) are arranged between the two first driving members. A charging base (500) is installed on the first centering plate (508). 9) The first driving component includes a sixth motor (505) installed on the side of the support frame (501). The two output shafts of the sixth motor (505) are connected to a fifth driving screw (506). The outer surface of the fifth driving screw (506) is threadedly connected to a second transmission plate (507), and the second transmission plate (507) is connected to a first centering plate (508). One end of the fifth driving screw (506) is connected to a second connecting frame (503) through a bearing. The outer surface of the fifth driving screw (506) is connected to a first reinforcing plate (504) through a bearing. The first reinforcing plate (504) is installed on the side of the support frame (501).

6. The drone logistics connecting device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The support frame (501) is also provided with a second centering part, which includes two second driving members respectively arranged on the other two opposite sides of the support frame (501), and two second centering plates (513) are arranged between the two second driving members. The two second centering plates (513) are perpendicular to the two first centering plates (508). The second driving member includes a seventh motor (511) installed on the side of the support frame (501). The two output shafts of the seventh motor (511) are connected to a sixth driving screw (514). The outer surface of the sixth driving screw (514) is threadedly connected to a third transmission plate (512), and the third transmission plate (512) is connected to the second centering plate (513). One end of the sixth driving screw (514) is connected to the second connecting frame (503) through a bearing. The outer surface of the sixth driving screw (514) is connected to a second reinforcing plate (510) through a bearing. The second reinforcing plate (510) is installed on the side of the support frame (501).

7. The drone logistics connecting device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The protective plate (502) is provided with a communication port. A second protective mechanism (6) is provided between the support frame (501) and the communication port. The second protective mechanism (6) includes a third support frame (601) installed inside the support frame (501). A third driving component is provided on the third support frame (601), and the third driving component is connected to a movable frame (603). A sealing plate (604) is installed on the movable frame (603). The sealing plate (604) is used to seal the communication port. The third driving component includes an eighth motor (602) installed on the third support frame (601). The two output shafts of the eighth motor (602) are both connected to a fourth rotating shaft (605). The ends of the two fourth rotating shafts (605) that are far apart from each other are connected to a third transmission wheel (606). The third support frame (601) is connected to a bearing. Two adjusting screws (607) are rotatably connected. The outer surfaces of the two adjusting screws (607) are threaded with adjusting brackets (608). Each of the two adjusting brackets (608) is provided with a fourth transmission wheel (609). A second transmission belt (611) is rotatably connected between the fourth transmission wheel (609) and the third transmission wheel (606). Two transmission brackets (613) are hinged on the movable frame (603). A connecting bolt (615) is provided on the transmission bracket (613). The connecting bolt (615) passes through the third support bracket (601) and is connected to a clamping block (610). The clamping block (610) is connected to the second transmission belt (611). The third support bracket (601) has an elongated opening (612) for the connecting bolt (615) to pass through. A baffle (614) is installed on the third support bracket (601).

8. The drone logistics connecting device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cabinet (1) is equipped with a transfer mechanism (4) that works in conjunction with the storage mechanism (2). The transfer mechanism (4) includes a fourth drive component installed in the cabinet (1). The fourth drive component is equipped with a lifting component, and the lifting component is equipped with a fifth drive component. The fifth drive component is equipped with a first connecting frame (417), and the first connecting frame (417) is connected with a bracket (419). The fourth driving component includes a first base plate (401) installed inside the cabinet (1). Two second bearing seats (402) are installed on the first base plate (401). A first driving screw (403) is provided between the two second bearing seats (402). A first screw nut is threaded onto the first driving screw (403), and the first screw nut is connected to a first connecting plate. The first connecting plate is connected to a first moving plate (404). The lifting component is located on the top of the first moving plate (404). The first moving plate (404) is connected to a second slide block (405). The second slide block (405) is connected to a second slide rail (406). The second slide rail (406) is installed on the first base plate (401). A third motor (408) is also installed inside the cabinet (1). A first commutator (407) is provided between the motor (408) and one end of the first drive screw (403). The first commutator (407) is connected to a third rotating shaft (421). The top end of the third rotating shaft (421) is connected to a second commutator (422). A fifth connecting plate (423) is connected between the second commutator (422) and the cabinet (1). The second commutator (422) is also connected to a fourth drive screw (425). A second screw nut is provided on the fourth drive screw (425). The second screw nut is connected to a seventh connecting plate (426). The seventh connecting plate (426) is connected to the lifting component. The outer surface of the third rotating shaft (421) is rotatably connected to a sixth connecting plate (424) through a bearing. The sixth connecting plate (424) is installed inside the cabinet (1).

9. The drone logistics connecting device according to claim 8, characterized in that, The lifting component includes a base plate (409) mounted on a first movable plate (404), a vertical plate (410) mounted on the base plate (409), the vertical plate (410) being connected to a second slide rail (406), two third bearing seats (411) mounted on the vertical plate (410), a second drive screw (412) being rotatably connected between the two third bearing seats (411) via bearings, a third screw nut being threaded onto the second drive screw (412), a third connecting plate being connected to the third screw nut, and a lifting plate (413) being connected to the third connecting plate, a fifth driving component being mounted on the lifting plate (413), a third slide rail (420) mounted on the vertical plate (410), a fourth slider (429) being slidably connected to the third slide rail (420), the fourth slider (429) being connected to the lifting plate (413), and a fifth motor (418) being connected between the bottom end of the second drive screw (412) and the base plate (409).

10. The drone logistics connecting device according to claim 9, characterized in that, The fifth driving component includes a second base plate (430) mounted on a lifting plate (413). A side plate (414) and a fourth bearing seat are mounted on the second base plate (430). A third driving screw (415) is connected between the side plate (414) and the second base plate (430) through the fourth bearing seat. A fourth motor (416) is connected to one end of the third driving screw (415). A fourth screw nut is threaded onto the outer surface of the third driving screw (415). A fourth connecting plate is connected to the fourth screw nut. A second moving plate (427) is connected to the fourth connecting plate. The second moving plate (427) is connected to the first connecting frame (417). A third slider (428) is mounted on the second moving plate (427). A fourth slide rail (431) is slidably connected to the third slider (428). The fourth slide rail (431) is mounted on the second base plate (430).

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