Multifunctional unmanned aerial vehicle single-hand operation handle

Abstract

The utility model discloses a multifunctional unmanned aerial vehicle single-hand operation handle which comprises a cylindrical supporting shell, an operation end is arranged at one end of the cylindrical supporting shell, and a turning included angle is formed between the operation end and the cylindrical supporting shell; the operation end is provided with a first control area, a second control area and a third control area; the first control area and the second control area are arranged on the upper end face and the lower end face of the operation end respectively, and a layout included angle is formed between the second control area and the first control area. The first control rocker device is installed in the first control area, the second control rocker device is installed in the second control area, and when the second control rocker device and the first control rocker device are not controlled, control rockers of the second control rocker device and the first control rocker device oppositely form a reset included angle; the master control switch is arranged in the third control area; the key assembly is arranged in the first control area; the key assembly comprises a return voyage key, a route key, a thermal imaging switch key, a video recording and photographing key and a front and lower photographing switching key.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of drone devices, and in particular to a multifunctional one-handed operating handle for drones. Background Art

[0002] The drone is wirelessly connected to the operating handle to receive control for flight. In the prior art, operating handles typically require two hands to operate, such as the drone handle and its usage method disclosed in patent application number CN202110347275.2 and the drone handle disclosed in patent application number CN201811163353.8. Both of these are game controller structures that require two hands to operate.

[0003] Then when the user uses this kind of handle with buttons corresponding to both hands, he needs to use both hands to operate it at all times. Otherwise, he will not be able to respond to the drone's flight environment in time and make timely adjustments, which may lead to flight accidents, which is very inconvenient. Utility Model Content

[0004] The present invention mainly aims at the above problems and proposes a multifunctional one-handed operating handle for a drone, aiming to solve the technical problems in the background technology.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides a multifunctional one-handed operating handle for a UAV, comprising:

[0006] A cylindrical support housing, wherein one end of the cylindrical support housing is provided with an operating end, the operating end being provided with a turning angle relative to the cylindrical support housing; the operating end being provided with a first control area, a second control area, and a third control area; the first control area and the second control area being provided at the upper and lower end surfaces of the operating end, respectively, and the second control area being provided with a layout angle relative to the first control area; the third control area being provided on the left or right side of the operating end;

[0007] a first control rocker, the first control rocker being mounted in the first control area, the first control area being provided with a first movable groove corresponding to the control rocker of the first control rocker; the control rocker of the first control rocker being capable of being rocked and moved in the first movable groove;

[0008] a second control rocker, the second control rocker being mounted in the second control area, the second control area being provided with a second movable slot corresponding to the control rocker of the second control rocker; when the second control rocker and the first control rocker are not controlled, the control rockers thereof form a reset angle relative to each other; a limiter being provided at the connection between the control rocker of the second control rocker and the controller body; the limiter being configured to limit and guide the movement of the control rocker of the second control rocker in a direction of increasing or decreasing the reset angle;

[0009] A master control switch, the master control switch being located in the third control area;

[0010] The button assembly is arranged in the first control area; the button assembly includes a return button, a route button, a thermal imaging switch button, a video and photo recording button, and a front and lower camera switch button.

[0011] Furthermore, it includes a somatosensory module with a main control board of the multifunctional UAV one-hand operating handle built in; the button assembly also includes a switching switch; the switching switch can move within a predetermined range relative to the first control area; the predetermined range includes a first limit position and a second limit position; the multifunctional UAV one-hand operating handle and the UAV are wirelessly connected, and when the switching switch moves along the first direction to the first limit position, the somatosensory module is started, and after the UAV takes off, the somatosensory control of the somatosensory module is connected, and the cylindrical support shell is rotated along the circumferential direction of the axis of the cylindrical support shell or the end of the cylindrical support shell as the rotation point; the somatosensory module controls the roll of the UAV; when the switching switch moves along the second direction to the second limit position, the somatosensory module is turned off.

[0012] Furthermore, it includes a fourth control area and a flight mode switching button; the fourth control area is arranged in the cylindrical support shell and is adjacent to the button assembly; the flight mode switching button is arranged in the fourth control area.

[0013] Furthermore, the second direction is opposite to the first direction.

[0014] Furthermore, the first control joystick, the button assembly, and the flight mode switching button are arranged along the same straight line.

[0015] Furthermore, it includes a battery indicator light located between the button assembly and the flight mode switching button.

[0016] Furthermore, an arc-shaped inner concave plate is connected to the end of the control rocker of the second control rocker device.

[0017] Furthermore, the first control rocker and the second control rocker are both universal rockers; the limiter includes a limit cover connected to the controller body end and a sliding sleeve sleeve that is sleeved on the control rocker, and the sliding sleeve is provided with a rotation-stopping inner hole; the limit cover is provided with a guide vertical groove; and the outer wall of the sliding sleeve is provided with a sliding surface.

[0018] Furthermore, it includes an antenna; the antenna is arranged in the inner cavity of the operating end; when the third operating area is arranged on the left side of the operating end, the antenna is arranged on the right side of the operating end; when the third operating area is arranged on the right side of the operating end, the antenna is arranged on the left side of the operating end.

[0019] Furthermore, the turning angle is 140° to 145°; the layout angle is 45° to 50°; and the reset angle is 125° to 130°.

[0020] Compared with the prior art, the utility model provides a multifunctional one-handed operating handle for drones. This reasonable layout structure enables the user to hold the operating handle with one hand and to control and press various function button joysticks. An operating end is provided at one end of the cylindrical support shell, rather than only providing a straight handle of the cylindrical support shell 1. The user can then use the palms corresponding to the middle finger, ring finger, little finger, and thumb to stably grasp the cylindrical support shell. The thumb corresponds to the first control joystick, button assembly, and master control switch of the first control area and the third control area for operation. It is ergonomic and convenient for users to operate the fully functional multifunctional buttons with one hand. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0021] Figure 1 This application is a schematic diagram of the structure of a one-handed operating handle for a multi-functional drone.

[0022] Figure 2 This is a schematic structural diagram of a one-hand operating handle for a multi-functional drone from another perspective.

[0023] Figure 3 This application provides a schematic diagram of the layout structure of the turning angle, layout angle, and reset angle of a one-hand operating handle for a multifunctional drone.

[0024] Figure 4 This is a schematic structural diagram of a one-hand operating handle for a multi-functional drone from another perspective.

[0025] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the partial cross-sectional structure decomposition of a one-hand operating handle for a multi-functional drone.

[0026] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structural decomposition of a one-handed operating handle for a multi-functional drone.

[0027] Reference numerals shown in the figure: 1, cylindrical support housing; 2, operating end; 3, turning angle; 4, first control area; 410, first movable groove; 420, first limit position; 430, second limit position; 5, second control area; 510, second movable groove; 6, third control area; 7, layout angle; 8, first control rocker; 9, second control rocker; 10, reset angle; 11, limiter; 1110, limit cover; 1111, guide vertical groove; 11 20. Sliding sleeve; 1121. Anti-rotation inner hole; 1122. Sliding surface; 12. Master control switch; 13. Button assembly; 1301. Return button; 1302. Route button; 1303. Thermal imaging switch button; 1304. Video / photo recording button; 1305. Front / down camera switch button; 1306. Switch; 14. Main control panel; 15. Fourth control area; 16. Flight mode switch button; 17. Battery indicator light; 18. Antenna; 19. Arc-shaped concave plate. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0028] The following will be combined with the drawings in the embodiments of the present invention to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative work are within the scope of protection of the present invention. It is understood that the drawings are only provided for reference and illustration purposes and are not used to limit the present invention. The connection relationship shown in the drawings is only for the convenience of clear description and does not limit the connection method.

[0029] It should be noted that when a component is considered to be "connected" to another component, it can be directly connected to the other component, or there may be an intermediate component at the same time. Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used in this document have the same meaning as those generally understood by technicians in the technical field of the present invention. It should also be noted that, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the terms "installed", "connected", and "connected" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection, an electrical connection, or the internal communication of two components. For ordinary technicians in this field, the specific meanings of the above terms in the present invention can be understood according to specific circumstances. The terms used in this document in the specification of the present invention are only for the purpose of describing specific embodiments and are not intended to limit the present invention.

[0030] It should also be noted that in the description of this utility model, the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating orientations or positional relationships, are based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings and are intended solely to facilitate the description of this utility model and simplify the description. They do not indicate or imply that the devices or components referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed, or operate in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0031] Please refer to Figure 1 - Figure 6 This embodiment provides a multifunctional drone one-handed operating handle, including:

[0032] A cylindrical support housing 1, with an operating end 2 provided at one end thereof, the operating end 2 being provided with a turning angle 3 relative to the cylindrical support housing 1; the operating end being provided with a first control area 4, a second control area 5, and a third control area 6; the first control area 4 and the second control area 5 being provided at the upper and lower end surfaces of the operating end 2, respectively, and the second control area 5 being provided with a layout angle 7 relative to the first control area 4; the third control area 6 being provided on the left or right side of the operating end 2;

[0033] A first control rocker 8 is mounted in the first control area 4. The first control area 4 has a first movable groove 410 corresponding to the control rocker of the first control rocker 8. The control rocker of the first control rocker 8 can be rocked in the first movable groove 410.

[0034] A second control rocker 9 is mounted in the second control area 5. The second control area 5 has a second movable slot 510 corresponding to the control rocker of the second control rocker 9. When the second control rocker 9 and the first control rocker 8 are not under control, the control rockers of the two control rockers have a relative reset angle 10. A limiter 11 is provided at the connection between the control rocker of the second control rocker 9 and the controller body. The limiter 11 is used to limit and guide the movement of the control rocker of the second control rocker 9 in the direction of expanding or contracting the reset angle 10.

[0035] A master control switch 12, the master control switch 12 being located in the third control area 6;

[0036] The button assembly 13 is arranged in the first control area 4; the button assembly 13 includes a return button 1301, a route button 1302, a thermal imaging switch button 1303, a video and photo shooting button 1304, and a front and lower camera switch button 1305.

[0037] This rational layout allows users to hold the operating handle with one hand while also being able to manipulate and press various function buttons and joysticks. By providing an operating end 2 at one end of the cylindrical support housing 1, rather than just a straight handle, the user can maintain a stable grip on the cylindrical support housing 1 using the palms of their middle, ring, pinky, and thumbs. The thumbs operate the first control joystick 8, button assembly 13, and master switch 12 in the first and third control zones 4 and 6, respectively.

[0038] The index finger operates the second control rocker 9 of the second operating area 5 .

[0039] To use it, first place your thumb on the master switch 12 in the third control area 6 and long-press it to turn it on. This will then automatically pair the multi-functional drone's single-handed operation handle with the drone. After your thumb passes the master switch 12, it naturally extends to the first control area 4, and your index finger naturally extends to the second control area 5.

[0040] To take off, push the control stick of the first control stick 8 forward, and the drone accelerates and moves forward. Push the control stick of the first control stick 8 backward, and the drone flies backward. Push the control stick of the first control stick 8 left or right, and the drone yaws, turning left or right accordingly. When the control stick of the first control stick 8 is not pushed by the user, the drone hovers.

[0041] Pressing the control stick of the second control stick 9 with your index finger reduces the reset angle 10, causing the drone to tilt upward, the nose to rise, and the tail to lower. Pressing the control stick of the second control stick 9 with your index finger increases the reset angle 10, causing the drone to tilt downward, the nose to lower, and the tail to rise. Because the second control stick 9 only needs to be moved in two directions, a limiter 11 is provided to limit and guide the movement of the second control stick 9, improving operational convenience and accuracy.

[0042] When the drone has two cameras, one is located on the front side of the drone and the other is located on the bottom side of the drone, respectively corresponding to capturing the front and bottom of the drone. Pressing the front and bottom camera switch button 1305 with your thumb controls one of the two cameras to work.

[0043] The thumb presses the video recording and photo taking button 1304 to control the camera on the drone to take photos or start / stop recording, so as to capture wonderful moments.

[0044] Press the thermal imaging switch button 1303 with your thumb to control the camera to turn on or off the thermal imaging shooting mode.

[0045] When controlling the drone, click the route button 1302 once with your thumb to make the drone fly along the set route.

[0046] Before the drone is finished flying, press the return button 1301 once with your thumb to allow the drone to automatically return to the preset return point, which is suitable for situations where a quick return is required.

[0047] Users can choose to locate the third control area 6 on the left or right side of the operating terminal 2, depending on their hand dexterity. For example, if the user is left-handed, the third control area 6 is located on the left side of the operating terminal 2. This allows the left thumb to easily access the master control switch 12. The route button 1302, thermal imaging on / off button 1303, video / photo button 1304, and front / down camera switch button 1305 each correspond to a different function, eliminating the need for near-constant control like with the first and second control joysticks 8 and 9. The buttons in the button assembly 13 only require brief, single clicks when in use.

[0048] Therefore, the multifunctional drone single-handed operating handle provided by this application can be ergonomic and convenient for users to operate the multifunctional buttons with one hand. The user can operate the operating handle with one hand, and the other hand can be free to perform the desired operation.

[0049] Please refer to Figure 4 and Figure 6 , including a somatosensory module (not shown) with a built-in main control board 14 of the multifunctional drone one-hand operation handle; the button assembly 13 also includes a switch 1306; the switch 1306 can move within a predetermined range relative to the first control area 4; the predetermined range includes a first limit position 420 and a second limit position 430; the multifunctional drone one-hand operation handle and the drone are wirelessly connected, when the switch 1306 moves along the first direction to the first limit position 420, the somatosensory module is started, and after the drone takes off, the somatosensory control of the somatosensory module is connected, and the cylindrical support shell 1 is rotated along the circumferential direction of the axis of the cylindrical support shell 1 or the end of the cylindrical support shell as the rotation point; the somatosensory module controls the roll of the drone; when the switch 1306 moves along the second direction to the second limit position 430, the somatosensory module is turned off.

[0050] By rotating the cylindrical support shell 1 along the circumferential direction of the axis of the cylindrical support shell 1, the drone can roll clockwise or counterclockwise accordingly.

[0051] Please refer to Figure 4, including a fourth control area 15 and a flight mode switch button 16; the fourth control area 15 is arranged in the cylindrical support shell 1 and is adjacent to the button assembly 13; the flight mode switch button 16 is arranged in the fourth control area 15.

[0052] Preferably, the second direction is opposite to the first direction.

[0053] Please refer to Figure 4 The first control joystick 8, the button assembly 13, and the flight mode switch button 16 are arranged along the same straight line.

[0054] With this design, the fourth control area 15 is also located in the active click range of the user's thumb, and the layout is reasonable.

[0055] By clicking the flight mode switch button 16 with your thumb, you can switch to different drone flight modes, mainly remote control mode and automatic flight mode; you can also switch to normal mode, sports mode, smart mode, etc. to adapt to different flight needs and scenarios.

[0056] Please refer to Figure 4 and Figure 6 , including a power indicator light 17 arranged between the button assembly 13 and the flight mode switching button 16.

[0057] When the controller is not powered on, the remaining battery level can be checked by clicking the master switch 12. Since the controller can only be powered on or off by applying a corresponding force and pressing the master switch 12, the user can operate various functions by pressing the master switch 12 in time without triggering the master switch 12.

[0058] Please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 5 The end of the control rocker of the second control rocker device 9 is connected to an arc-shaped inner concave plate 19.

[0059] This arc-shaped concave structure makes it easier for the user's index finger to effectively move the control rocker of the second control rocker device 9, and the design is well considered.

[0060] Please refer to Figure 5 The first control rocker 8 and the second control rocker 9 are both universal rockers; the limiter 11 includes a limit cover 1110 connected to the controller body end, and a sliding sleeve 1120 sleeved on the control rocker, and the sliding sleeve 1120 is provided with a rotation-stopping inner hole 1121; the limit cover 1110 is provided with a guide vertical groove 1111; the outer wall of the sliding sleeve 1120 is provided with a sliding surface 1122.

[0061] This design eliminates the need to use different models for the first and second control rockers 8, 9. Using the same model facilitates installation, operation, and debugging. Universal rockers typically operate in four directions: front, back, left, and right. The second control rocker 9, however, only operates in two directions. If wear and tear occur, simply rotate the second control rocker 9, using the two unused directions, reducing maintenance costs.

[0062] Please refer to Figure 6 , including an antenna 18; the antenna 18 is arranged in the inner cavity of the operating end 2; when the third operating area 6 is arranged on the left side of the operating end 2, the antenna 18 is arranged on the right side of the operating end 2; when the third operating area 6 is arranged on the right side of the operating end 2, the antenna 18 is arranged on the left side of the operating end 2.

[0063] Through this design, the antenna 18 can be reasonably arranged to prevent it from being covered by the user's palm and affecting signal transmission.

[0064] Please refer to Figure 3 The turning angle 3 is 140° to 145°; the layout angle 7 is 45° to 50°; and the reset angle 10 is 125° to 130°.

[0065] These parameters, obtained through repeated experiments, are more ergonomic, more compatible with users with smaller hands, and more conducive to one-handed operation.

[0066] In the description and claims of this application, the words "include / comprise" and the words "have / include" and their variations are used to specify the existence of stated features, values, steps or components, but do not exclude the existence or addition of one or more other features, values, steps, components or their combinations.

[0067] Some features of the present invention are described in separate embodiments for clarity of explanation, however, these features may also be described in combination in a single embodiment. Conversely, some features of the present invention are described in a single embodiment for brevity, however, these features may also be described in different embodiments individually or in any suitable combination.

[0068] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the present invention. Any modifications, equivalent replacements and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included in the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A multifunctional UAV one-hand operating handle, characterized in that: include: A cylindrical support housing, wherein one end of the cylindrical support housing is provided with an operating end, and the operating end is provided with a turning angle relative to the cylindrical support housing; the operating end is provided with a first control area, a second control area, and a third control area; the first control area and the second control area are respectively provided on the upper and lower end surfaces of the operating end, and the second control area is provided with a layout angle relative to the first control area; the third control area is provided on the left or right side of the operating end; a first control rocker, the first control rocker being mounted in the first control area, the first control area being provided with a first movable groove corresponding to the control rocker of the first control rocker; the control rocker of the first control rocker being capable of being rocked and moved in the first movable groove; a second control rocker, the second control rocker being mounted in the second control area, the second control area being provided with a second movable slot corresponding to the control rocker of the second control rocker; when the second control rocker and the first control rocker are not controlled, the control rockers thereof form a reset angle relative to each other; a limiter being provided at the connection between the control rocker of the second control rocker and the controller body; the limiter being configured to limit and guide the movement of the control rocker of the second control rocker in a direction of increasing or decreasing the reset angle; A master control switch, the master control switch being located in the third control area; The button assembly is arranged in the first control area; the button assembly includes a return button, a route button, a thermal imaging switch button, a video and photo recording button, and a front and lower camera switch button.

2. The multifunctional UAV one-hand operating handle according to claim 1, characterized in that: It includes a somatosensory module with a main control board of the multifunctional drone one-hand operation handle built in; the button assembly also includes a switching switch; the switching switch can move within a predetermined range relative to the first control area; the predetermined range includes a first limit position and a second limit position; the multifunctional drone one-hand operation handle and the drone are wirelessly connected, and when the switching switch moves along the first direction to the first limit position, the somatosensory module is started, and after the drone takes off, the somatosensory control of the somatosensory module is connected, and the cylindrical support shell is rotated along the circumferential direction of the axis of the cylindrical support shell or the end of the cylindrical support shell as the rotation point; the somatosensory module controls the roll of the drone; when the switching switch moves along the second direction to the second limit position, the somatosensory module is turned off.

3. The multifunctional UAV one-hand operating handle according to claim 1, characterized in that: It includes a fourth control area and a flight mode switching button; the fourth control area is arranged on the cylindrical support shell and is adjacent to the button assembly; the flight mode switching button is arranged on the fourth control area.

4. The multifunctional UAV one-hand operating handle according to claim 2, characterized in that: The second direction is opposite to the first direction.

5. The multifunctional UAV one-hand operating handle according to claim 3, characterized in that: The first control joystick, button assembly, and flight mode switching button are arranged along the same straight line.

6. The multifunctional UAV one-hand operating handle according to claim 3, characterized in that: It includes a power indicator light arranged between the button assembly and the flight mode switching button.

7. The multifunctional UAV one-hand operating handle according to claim 1, characterized in that: The end of the control rocker of the second control rocker device is connected with an arc-shaped inner concave plate.

8. The multifunctional UAV one-hand operating handle according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first control rocker and the second control rocker are both universal rockers; the limiter includes a limit cover connected to the controller body end and a sliding sleeve sleeve that is sleeved on the control rocker, and the sliding sleeve is provided with a rotation-stopping inner hole; the limit cover is provided with a guide vertical groove; and the outer wall of the sliding sleeve is provided with a sliding surface.

9. The multifunctional UAV one-hand operating handle according to claim 1, characterized in that: It includes an antenna; the antenna is arranged in the inner cavity of the operating end; when the third operating area is arranged on the left side of the operating end, the antenna is arranged on the right side of the operating end; when the third operating area is arranged on the right side of the operating end, the antenna is arranged on the left side of the operating end.

10. The multifunctional UAV one-hand operating handle according to claim 1, characterized in that: The turning angle is 140° to 145°; the layout angle is 45° to 50°; and the reset angle is 125° to 130°.

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