Unmanned air-ground integrated comprehensive geological exploration platform command shelter

Abstract

The present application relates to geological exploration command device field, disclose a kind of unmanned air-ground integrated comprehensive geological exploration platform command shelter, including shelter main body, control console is equipped in shelter main body, control console is integrated with system control station, aircraft operation control station, task load control station and data distribution system, satellite antenna and double whip omnidirectional antenna are provided at the top of shelter main body, for communication connection with external unmanned vehicle;System control station is used to issue global operation instruction, aircraft operation control station is used to obtain and display flight attitude data and walking trajectory data, task load control station is used to send drilling control instruction to drilling equipment integrated in unmanned vehicle, data distribution system is used to receive and transmit exploration data to control console.The shelter realizes the remote centralized command of unmanned vehicle in the beyond visual range operation scene of unmanned area.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of geological exploration command equipment technology, specifically to a command cabin for an unmanned integrated air-ground geological exploration platform. Background Technology

[0002] In field geological exploration operations, the rapid deployment of mobile command platforms with command and control, remote operation, and information collection capabilities is a key foundation for achieving efficient on-site decision-making and continuous operations. Currently, mobile modular units or containerized command posts are the mainstream support means for field operations. They typically consist of modular containers, basic office facilities, and simple communication equipment, and can be transported by vehicle to the mission site for rapid deployment, providing basic office, meeting, and living support functions.

[0003] However, with the gradual application of unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) technology in the field of geological exploration, the functional limitations of traditional mobile shelters are becoming increasingly apparent. Specifically, during the execution of exploration tasks, the flight attitude data, travel trajectory data, and drilling operation parameters generated in real time by the UAV's onboard sensors cannot be transmitted back to the interior of the shelter via the existing shelter's communication links. Furthermore, the command personnel inside the shelter cannot remotely issue control commands to the UAV.

[0004] Under this communication architecture, command personnel must accompany the unmanned vehicles (UAVs) into the field to closely monitor their operation and issue control commands via portable ground terminals. This results in the command node and the operational terminal being spatially inseparable. When the survey area is located in uninhabited areas, high-altitude and deeply incised terrains that are difficult for personnel to access, the on-site operation of command personnel poses significant personal safety risks. Furthermore, a single portable terminal can only control one UAV, and when multiple devices are working together, multiple personnel and multiple terminals must operate in parallel, leading to low operational efficiency.

[0005] Several existing technologies disclose solutions related to unmanned equipment control. Some solutions issue commands to the unmanned vehicle via a self-organizing network through a ground control terminal, but these terminals are only suitable for patrol scenarios and rely on short-range self-organizing network communication, lacking remote control functions for geological exploration operations such as drilling and sampling. Other solutions achieve air-ground collaborative mapping or remote monitoring of drilling data, but the former addresses positioning and mapping issues without involving drilling operation control; the latter is only for fixed ground drilling equipment and cannot coordinate with aerial platforms. None of the aforementioned solutions form a centralized control architecture for unmanned equipment integrated within the container, failing to meet the remote centralized command requirements of unmanned vehicles operating beyond visual range in uninhabited areas.

[0006] Therefore, there is an urgent need to provide a command cabin for an integrated air-ground geological exploration platform that enables remote two-way data communication and centralized control between the cabin and the unmanned vehicle during use. Summary of the Invention

[0007] The purpose of this invention is to provide a command cabin for an unmanned air-ground integrated geological exploration platform, so as to solve the technical problem that mobile cabins in the prior art cannot achieve remote two-way data communication and centralized control with unmanned vehicles.

[0008] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention specifically provides the following technical solution:

[0009] A command module for an unmanned integrated air-ground geological exploration platform, comprising the main module body;

[0010] The main body of the container is equipped with a display and control console, which integrates a system control station, an aircraft operation control station, a mission payload control station, and a data distribution system.

[0011] The top of the main body of the container is equipped with a satellite antenna and a double-whip omnidirectional antenna. The system control station, the aircraft operation control station, the mission payload control station and the data distribution system are connected to the external unmanned vehicle through the satellite antenna and / or the double-whip omnidirectional antenna.

[0012] The system control station is used to issue global operation commands to the unmanned vehicle, the aircraft operation control station is used to acquire and display the flight attitude data and travel trajectory data of the unmanned vehicle, the mission payload control station is used to send drilling control commands to the drilling equipment integrated into the unmanned vehicle, and the data distribution system is used to receive the exploration data returned by the unmanned vehicle and transmit the exploration data to the display and control console.

[0013] Furthermore, the interior of the modular cabin is divided along its length into an equipment control area, an office area, and an energy supply area. The display and control console is located in the equipment control area, the office area is equipped with a folding conference table, and the energy supply area is equipped with a generator.

[0014] Furthermore, the mission payload control station also includes a multi-degree-of-freedom robotic arm control module, used to send sampling control commands to the multi-degree-of-freedom robotic arm integrated into the unmanned vehicle.

[0015] Furthermore, the satellite antenna is a foldable and retractable antenna. In the unfolded state, the satellite antenna extends out of the top surface of the main body of the container and is used to establish a satellite communication link between the main body of the container and the unmanned vehicle.

[0016] The double-whip omnidirectional antenna is used to establish a near-field wireless communication link between the main body of the container and the unmanned vehicle.

[0017] Furthermore, a PTZ camera is also installed on the top of the main body of the modular cabin. The PTZ camera is communicatively connected to the display and control console and is used to collect on-site images of the exterior of the modular cabin and transmit them to the display and control console for display.

[0018] Furthermore, the energy security area is also equipped with a bottom-mounted oil tank and a UPS power supply. The bottom-mounted oil tank is connected to the generator, and the input end of the UPS power supply is connected to the generator, while the output end is connected to the display and control console.

[0019] Furthermore, the energy security area is also equipped with a self-contained battery pack and a power distribution panel. The self-contained battery pack is connected in parallel with the UPS power supply, and the power distribution panel is connected to the output terminal of the UPS power supply.

[0020] Furthermore, the equipment control area is also equipped with a left-side cabinet, and the display and control console is integrated below the left-side cabinet;

[0021] The office area is symmetrically arranged with four sets of seats, which are arranged in two rows, one above the other. The folding conference table is located in the area enclosed by the four sets of seats.

[0022] Furthermore, the right side wall of the main body of the modular cabin is equipped with a double-opening hatch and a ladder to the top, the ladder connecting the bottom and top of the main body of the modular cabin.

[0023] Furthermore, the exploration data includes drilling speed, formation parameters, core images, well site videos, and equipment operation status data of the unmanned aerial vehicle;

[0024] The data distribution system has a built-in data encoding and compression module, which encodes and compresses the exploration data before transmitting it outward via a satellite antenna or a double-whip omnidirectional antenna.

[0025] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following advantages:

[0026] This invention integrates the system control station, aircraft operation control station, mission payload control station, and data distribution system into a display and control console. Combined with a satellite antenna and a dual-whip omnidirectional antenna to form a dual-mode communication link, a single container unit can remotely and centrally control the flight mode, trajectory, and drilling operations of the unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV). This eliminates the need for command personnel to accompany the UAV to the field, avoiding personal safety risks in challenging terrain and the inefficiency of multi-person, multi-terminal parallel operation. The functional zoning layout of the container's internal equipment control area, office area, and energy supply area, working in conjunction with the satellite and near-field dual-link communication architecture, enables the container to establish a stable remote command link even in remote areas without public network coverage. This provides a mobile command node integrating command and control, data distribution, and self-sufficiency support for UAV beyond-line-of-sight operations. Attached Figure Description

[0027] To more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present invention or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings in the following description are merely exemplary, and those skilled in the art can derive other embodiments based on the provided drawings without creative effort.

[0028] Figure 1 This is a top view of a command cabin for an unmanned integrated air-ground geological exploration platform provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0029] Figure 2 A side view of a command cabin for an unmanned integrated air-ground geological exploration platform provided in this application embodiment.

[0030] Figure 3 This is a longitudinal cross-sectional schematic diagram along the length of a command cabin of an unmanned air-ground integrated geological exploration platform provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0031] Figure 4 This is a partially enlarged detailed vertical cross-section of the logistics support area of ​​a command cabin for an unmanned air-ground integrated geological exploration platform provided in this application embodiment.

[0032] The reference numerals in the figure are as follows:

[0033] 1. Air conditioner outdoor unit; 2. Left side cabinet; 3. Display and control console; 4. Entrance / exit door; 5. Fold-down seat; 6. Seat; 7. Folding conference table; 8. Right side cabinet; 9. Water tank; 10. Fuel-fired heater; 11. Charging pile; 12. Generator; 13. Top ladder; 14. Double-opening door; 15. Pan-tilt camera; 16. Dual-whip omnidirectional antenna; 17. Outward-opening window; 18. Satellite antenna; 19. Generator radiator; 20. Storage cabinet; 21. Air conditioner indoor unit; 22. Dome camera; 23. Bottom-mounted fuel tank; 24. Hanging cabinet; 25. Ladder for getting on and off the vehicle; 26. Microwave oven; 27. Refrigerator; 28. Water pump; 29. ​​Water purifier; 30. Water tank with built-in heater; 31. Emergency bottled water. Detailed Implementation

[0034] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this application clearer, the technical solutions of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0035] like Figures 1-4As shown, this invention provides a command cabin for an unmanned integrated air-ground geological exploration platform, comprising a main cabin body. The main cabin body is a rectangular, enclosed cabin with a multi-layered composite structure. From the outside to the inside, it includes an outer skin, a frame layer, a thermal insulation layer, and an inner skin, integrally formed through hot pressing or bonding processes. It can be quickly deployed to field operation sites via transport vehicles. The interior of the main cabin body is divided along its length into an equipment control area, an office area, and an energy support area. These three functional areas are relatively independent yet work together to form a mobile command node integrating command and control, data distribution, and self-sufficiency support.

[0036] The equipment control area is located on the left side of the main body of the modular shelter. For example... Figure 1 As shown, the equipment control area is vertically equipped with a left-side cabinet 2, and a display console 3 is integrated below the left-side cabinet 2. The display console 3 is the core human-machine interface device for realizing remote centralized control in this invention. It integrates a system control station, an aircraft operation control station, a mission payload control station, and a data distribution system. The above four control stations are functionally independent and achieve information interaction through an internal data bus.

[0037] Specifically: the system control station is responsible for overall mission planning and command and dispatch of the unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV); the aircraft operation control station is responsible for real-time monitoring and control of the UAV's flight attitude and trajectory; the mission payload control station is responsible for sending operation control commands to the drilling equipment and multi-degree-of-freedom robotic arm integrated into the UAV; and the data distribution system is responsible for receiving various exploration data transmitted back by the UAV and distributing them to the various display units of the display console 3. These four control stations are integrated under the same operating interface of the display console 3, allowing a single operator to centrally control the UAV's flight mode, trajectory, and drilling operations from a single seat, eliminating the need for multiple operators and multiple terminals operating in parallel. The display console 3's operating interface is an integrated graphical user interface that can simultaneously display real-time information from multiple modules, including system control, aircraft status, mission payload, and exploration data.

[0038] Remote communication and monitoring equipment is installed sequentially along the length of the main body of the modular shelter. For example... Figure 2As shown, a gimbal camera 15 is fixedly installed on the left side of the top surface of the modular container. The gimbal camera 15 can rotate at multiple angles in the horizontal and vertical directions to collect images of the external environment of the modular container and transmit them to the display console 3 for real-time display via a communication link, providing command personnel with situational awareness of the surrounding environment of the modular container. To the right of the gimbal camera 15, a double-whip omnidirectional antenna 16 is arranged at intervals. The double-whip omnidirectional antenna 16 is used to establish a near-field wireless communication link between the modular container and the unmanned vehicle, suitable for low-latency data interaction within the line-of-sight range around the modular container. A satellite antenna 18 is installed on the right side of the top surface of the modular container. The satellite antenna 18 is a foldable and retractable antenna. In its non-operating state, it is attached to the top surface of the modular container to reduce transport height. In its unfolded state, the satellite antenna 18 extends beyond the top surface of the modular container to a predetermined height, used to establish a satellite communication link between the modular container and the unmanned vehicle, suitable for long-distance data transmission in uninhabited areas, high-altitude deep-cut areas, and other areas without public network coverage beyond line-of-sight scenarios. The satellite antenna 18 and the double-whip omnidirectional antenna 16 together form a dual-mode communication link. The satellite communication link ensures the continuity of command and data transmission in beyond-line-of-sight scenarios, while the near-field communication link provides a low-latency supplementary channel in the area surrounding the shelter.

[0039] When the unmanned vehicle is within the line-of-sight range of the container, the system prioritizes communication using the dual-whip omnidirectional antenna 16 to reduce transmission delay. When the unmanned vehicle exceeds the line-of-sight range and enters the beyond-line-of-sight operation area, the system automatically switches to the satellite communication link established by the satellite antenna 18 to ensure that control commands and exploration data between the container and the unmanned vehicle are not interrupted due to increased distance.

[0040] The office area is located in the middle of the main body of the modular hospital. For example... Figure 1 and Figure 3 As shown, the office area is symmetrically arranged with four sets of seats 6, arranged in two rows, one above the other. A foldable conference table 7 is centrally located within the area enclosed by the seats. When unfolded, the foldable conference table 7 can accommodate multiple people for meetings; when folded, it frees up office space for personnel movement. The office area is also equipped with auxiliary facilities such as an access door 4, outward-opening windows 17, and folding seats 5, meeting the basic needs of command personnel for extended work stays.

[0041] The energy security zone is located on the right side of the main body of the modular housing. For example... Figure 1 and Figure 4As shown, the energy support area integrates a generator 12, a bottom-mounted fuel tank 23, a UPS power supply, a self-contained battery pack, and a power distribution panel. The bottom-mounted fuel tank 23 is located at the bottom of the main body of the container and is connected to the generator 12 via a fuel line, providing a continuous fuel supply to the generator 12. The output of the generator 12 is connected to the input of the UPS power supply, and the output of the UPS power supply is connected to the display and control console 3 and other electrical equipment, providing regulated AC220V power to the display and control console 3 and each control station. The self-contained battery pack is connected in parallel with the UPS power supply. When the generator 12 fails or runs out of fuel and stops supplying power, the UPS power supply automatically switches to the self-contained battery pack to ensure that the display and control console 3 and communication equipment do not stop operating due to power failure. The power distribution panel is connected to the output of the UPS power supply to provide a power interface to external equipment within the container. The generator 12, UPS power supply, and self-contained battery pack together constitute a closed-loop self-sufficient power supply system, enabling the container to support the continuous and stable operation of all exploration equipment, communication equipment, and control systems in a field environment without any external power supply.

[0042] The right side wall of the main body of the modular container is equipped with a double-opening hatch 14 and a ladder to the top. The double-opening hatch 14 can be fully opened outward to facilitate the entry and exit of large equipment. The ladder to the top is fixed vertically along the right side wall of the main body of the modular container, running vertically from the bottom to the top of the container. Operators can use the ladder to the top of the container to complete the installation, maintenance and debugging of top equipment such as the pan-tilt camera 15, the double-whip omnidirectional antenna 16, and the satellite antenna 18.

[0043] The right side wall of the main body of the mobile cabin is also equipped with a ladder 25 for getting on and off vehicles, which is used to assist personnel in getting on and off the mobile cabin.

[0044] like Figure 1 As shown, an air conditioner outdoor unit 1 is installed on the outer wall of the left side of the main body of the modular container, and an air conditioner indoor unit 21 is installed inside the main body of the container. The two together form a split air conditioning system for regulating the temperature inside the container. The main body of the container is also equipped with a fuel-fired heater 10 to provide heating for the container in low-temperature environments. A water tank 9 is located at the bottom of the cabinet 8 on the right side, and together with a water pump 28, a water purifier 29, and a built-in heater 30, it forms a water supply and hot water guarantee system to meet the basic living needs of personnel stationed in the field. The main body of the container also integrates storage cabinets 20, hanging cabinets 24, a microwave oven 26, a refrigerator 27, and emergency bottled water 31, further enhancing the container's ability to independently stay and continuously operate in uninhabited areas.

[0045] At the communication link level, various control commands and data generated by the system control station, the aircraft operation control station, the mission payload control station, and the data distribution system are first collected by the internal bus of the display and control console 3 to the data distribution system. The data distribution system's built-in data encoding and compression module encodes and compresses various types of data, and then distributes the encoded and compressed data to the satellite antenna 18 or the double-whip omnidirectional antenna 16 according to the current communication link selection status, and sends it to the unmanned vehicle via the uplink.

[0046] The exploration data transmitted back by the unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) includes drilling speed, formation parameters, core images, well site video, and UAV equipment operating status data. After being received by satellite antenna 18 or dual-whip omnidirectional antenna 16, the data is decoded and decompressed by the data distribution system before being distributed to the various display units on the control console 3 for command personnel to interpret and analyze. The establishment of this communication link spatially separates the command node inside the control room from the UAV terminal operating in the field, allowing command personnel to remotely monitor and control the UAV without accompanying it to the field.

[0047] At the workflow level, after the mobile cabin is transported to the field operation site, the main body of the cabin is first deployed and the power supply system of the energy reserve area is activated. Specific steps include: releasing the fixing latches to deploy the satellite antenna 18, starting the generator 12 or connecting to external mains power to charge the UPS power supply and the self-contained battery pack, and then closing the main power distribution switch to power up all equipment in the cabin. The operator enters the equipment control area and starts the system control station, aircraft operation control station, mission payload control station and data distribution system through the display and control console 3. Subsequently, global operation instructions are issued through the display and control console 3. After receiving the instructions, the unmanned vehicle switches to near-ground flight mode or land cruise mode according to the instructions and performs the operation task according to the predetermined reconnaissance route.

[0048] During the operation, the unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) collects flight attitude data, trajectory data, and drilling parameters in real time through onboard sensors. This data is transmitted back to the main body of the control cabin via satellite antenna 18 or dual-whip omnidirectional antenna 16. The data distribution system decodes the exploration data and transmits it to the display and control console 3 for real-time display. Based on the exploration data displayed on the console, operators send drilling control commands to the UAV through the mission payload control station, adjusting the drilling speed and depth in real time. The UAV's flight attitude and trajectory are monitored through the aircraft operation control station, with manual intervention to adjust the heading and speed as needed. After drilling is completed, the UAV can continue to perform operations at the next exploration point or return to the area surrounding the control cabin along a predetermined route, completing a single exploration cycle.

[0049] The specific structure of the above-mentioned modular shelter and its internal functional areas, the software functional modules of each control station, the hardware configuration and workflow of the communication links are only preferred embodiments of the present invention. Those skilled in the art can make appropriate modifications and variations to the above embodiments without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention. However, all modifications, equivalent substitutions and improvements based on the core concept of the present invention should be covered within the protection scope of the present invention.

[0050] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this application, and not to limit them. Although this application has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some of the technical features. All such modifications or substitutions should be covered within the protection scope of this application, and should not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application. Therefore, the protection scope of this application should be determined by the protection scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A command cabin for an unmanned integrated air-ground geological exploration platform, characterized in that, Including the main body of the mobile cabin; The main body of the container is equipped with a display and control console (3), which integrates a system control station, an aircraft operation control station, a mission payload control station and a data distribution system; The top of the main body of the container is equipped with a satellite antenna (18) and a double-whip omnidirectional antenna (16). The system control station, the aircraft operation control station, the mission payload control station and the data distribution system are connected to the external unmanned vehicle through the satellite antenna (18) and / or the double-whip omnidirectional antenna (16). The system control station is used to issue global operation instructions to the unmanned vehicle, the aircraft operation control station is used to acquire and display the flight attitude data and travel trajectory data of the unmanned vehicle, the mission payload control station is used to send drilling control instructions to the drilling equipment integrated into the unmanned vehicle, and the data distribution system is used to receive the exploration data returned by the unmanned vehicle and transmit the exploration data to the display and control console (3).

2. The command cabin of the unmanned integrated air-ground geological exploration platform according to claim 1, characterized in that, The interior of the main body of the modular cabin is divided into an equipment control area, an office area, and an energy supply area along its length. The display and control console (3) is located in the equipment control area, the office area is equipped with a folding conference table (7), and the energy security area is equipped with a generator (12).

3. The command cabin of the unmanned integrated air-ground geological exploration platform according to claim 1, characterized in that, The mission payload control station also includes a multi-degree-of-freedom robotic arm control module, which is used to send sampling control commands to the multi-degree-of-freedom robotic arm integrated into the unmanned vehicle.

4. The command cabin of the unmanned integrated air-ground geological exploration platform according to claim 1, characterized in that, The satellite antenna (18) is a foldable and retractable antenna. When unfolded, the satellite antenna (18) extends out of the top surface of the main body of the container and is used to establish a satellite communication link between the main body of the container and the unmanned vehicle. The double-whip omnidirectional antenna (16) is used to establish a near-field wireless communication link between the main body of the container and the unmanned vehicle.

5. The command cabin of the unmanned air-ground integrated geological exploration platform according to claim 1, characterized in that, The top of the main body of the container is also equipped with a PTZ camera (15), which is connected to the display and control console (3) for collecting on-site images of the outside of the container and transmitting them to the display and control console (3) for display.

6. The command cabin of the unmanned integrated air-ground geological exploration platform according to claim 2, characterized in that, The energy security area is also equipped with a bottom-mounted oil tank (23) and a UPS power supply. The bottom-mounted oil tank (23) is connected to the generator (12). The input end of the UPS power supply is connected to the generator (12), and the output end is connected to the display and control console (3).

7. The command cabin of the unmanned air-ground integrated geological exploration platform according to claim 6, characterized in that, The energy security area is also equipped with a self-contained battery pack and a power distribution panel. The self-contained battery pack is connected in parallel with the UPS power supply, and the power distribution panel is connected to the output terminal of the UPS power supply.

8. The command cabin of the unmanned air-ground integrated geological exploration platform according to claim 2, characterized in that, The equipment control area is also provided with a left cabinet (2), and the display console (3) is integrated below the left cabinet (2); The office area is symmetrically arranged with four sets of seats (6), which are arranged in two rows, one above the other. The folding conference table (7) is set in the area enclosed by the four sets of seats (6).

9. The command cabin of the unmanned integrated air-ground geological exploration platform according to claim 1, characterized in that, The right side wall of the main body of the modular cabin is provided with a double-opening hatch (14) and a ladder to the top (13), which connects the bottom and top of the main body of the modular cabin.

10. The command cabin of the unmanned integrated air-ground geological exploration platform according to claim 1, characterized in that, The exploration data includes drilling speed, formation parameters, core images, well site videos, and equipment operation status data of the unmanned aerial vehicle; The data distribution system has a built-in data encoding and compression module, which is used to encode and compress the exploration data and then transmit it to the outside via a satellite antenna (18) or a double-whip omnidirectional antenna (16).

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