Unmanned aerial vehicle communication pod and unmanned aerial vehicle

Abstract

The unmanned aerial vehicle communication pod comprises a bottom plate and a shell, the bottom plate is connected with the shell, an antenna and an adjusting mechanism are arranged in the shell, the antenna comprises an antenna array, a reflecting plate and a supporting piece, the antenna array is connected with the reflecting plate through the supporting piece, and one side of the reflecting plate is rotationally connected with the bottom plate; the adjusting mechanism comprises an adjusting frame and an adjusting rod, the adjusting frame is arranged on the reflecting plate, a sliding groove is formed in the adjusting frame, one end of the adjusting rod is rotationally connected with the bottom plate, and the other end of the adjusting rod is arranged in the sliding groove and forms a sliding pair with the sliding groove; the adjusting mechanism further comprises a fastening assembly, and the fastening assembly is arranged at the joint of the adjusting rod and the adjusting frame. According to the utility model, through the cooperation of the adjusting rod and the adjusting frame, the structure is simple and reliable, stepless flexible adjustment of the antenna angle is realized while the weight is controlled, the antenna angle is locked through the fastening assembly, and the operation is convenient.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), in particular to a UAV communication pod and a UAV. Background Art

[0002] With the development of drone communication technology, communication pods have emerged. This technology integrates communication equipment into a separate pod, separate from the drone fuselage, effectively improving the modularity, flexibility, and mission adaptability of the communication system. Communication pods are not only quick to install and remove, but also easy to replace and maintain, making them suitable for a variety of mission scenarios, such as inspection, monitoring, and emergency communications.

[0003] Patent CN220420887U provides an antenna structure for a drone, comprising an adjustment base, an adjustment mechanism provided on the left side wall of the adjustment base's inner cavity, a mounting plate hinged to the upper surface of the adjustment base via an articulated frame, a fixing base fixed to the upper surface of the mounting plate, an antenna body disposed above the mounting plate, and an assembly mechanism provided on the left side of the fixing base. The adjustment mechanism is provided in the drone's antenna structure, and by providing a drive motor, a transmission rod, a driving gear, a driven gear, a screw, a nut sleeve, and a movable rod, the angle of the mounting plate, fixing base, and antenna body can be adjusted, thus providing the antenna structure with angle adjustment capabilities.

[0004] However, in the above patent, although the antenna angle adjustment function is achieved by adjusting the antenna angle through a gear and a screw structure, the adjustment method of the gear and screw structure is relatively complicated and requires multiple steps to complete the adjustment, resulting in a long adjustment time in emergency communication scenarios and difficulty in rapid response. Utility Model Content

[0005] Based on this, it is necessary to provide a UAV communication pod and UAV that can quickly and conveniently adjust the antenna angle to address the above-mentioned problems of complex antenna adjustment structure and long time consumption.

[0006] This application provides a UAV communication pod, comprising:

[0007] A bottom plate and a shell, wherein the bottom plate is connected to the shell, and an antenna and an adjustment mechanism are arranged in the shell. The antenna includes an antenna element, a reflector, and a support. The antenna element and the reflector are connected via the support, and one side of the reflector is rotatably connected to the bottom plate;

[0008] The adjustment mechanism includes an adjustment frame and an adjustment rod, wherein the adjustment frame is arranged on the reflector plate, and a slide groove is provided on the adjustment frame. One end of the adjustment rod is rotatably connected to the base plate, and the other end is arranged in the slide groove to form a sliding pair with the slide groove.

[0009] The adjustment mechanism further includes a fastening assembly, which is arranged at the connection between the adjustment rod and the adjustment frame.

[0010] Optionally, the adjusting rod is connected to the base plate via an ear plate, the ear plate includes a connecting portion abutting against the base plate and a rotating portion rotatably connected to the adjusting rod, and the abutting portion and the rotating portion are arranged at an angle.

[0011] Optionally, the fastening assembly is also arranged at the connection between the adjusting rod and the rotating part. When the reflector and the antenna element are rotated to a preset position, the fastening assembly is fixedly connected to the adjusting rod and the ear plate under the action of external force.

[0012] Optionally, the fastening assembly includes a bolt and a nut, the bolt passes through the adjustment rod and the adjustment frame, and / or

[0013] The bolt passes through the adjusting rod and the connecting portion.

[0014] The nut abuts against the adjustment frame and / or the ear plate, and the bolt and nut approach each other under the action of external force to fixedly connect the adjustment rod and the adjustment frame, and / or fixedly connect the adjustment rod and the ear plate.

[0015] Optionally, the reflective plate is connected to the base plate via a butterfly hinge, which includes a pair of rotatably connected hinge pieces and a pin passing through the pair of hinge pieces, wherein the pair of hinge pieces respectively connect the reflective plate and the base plate.

[0016] Optionally, a plurality of antennas are included, and the plurality of antennas are arranged on the bottom plate according to a preset rule, and the plurality of antennas are respectively oriented towards corresponding preset directions.

[0017] Optionally, a plurality of the antennas are arranged in pairs, and adjacent pairs of the antennas are arranged in mirror symmetry along the axis in the length direction of the base plate.

[0018] Optionally, an adapter is further included, which is arranged on the base plate and passes through the base plate. The side of the adapter facing the antenna is an N-type interface, and the side of the adapter away from the antenna is an SMA-type interface.

[0019] Optionally, a connection between the bottom plate and the housing is filled with a sealing medium.

[0020] The present application also provides a drone, including the above-mentioned drone communication pod, the drone communication pod also including a plurality of lifting ear connecting plates, the lifting ear connecting plates are arranged on the side of the bottom plate away from the accommodating cavity, and the lifting ear connecting plates are used to connect to the fuselage.

[0021] Compared with the prior art, the technical solution provided by this application has the following beneficial effects:

[0022] The UAV communication pod provided in this embodiment realizes infinite and flexible adjustment of the antenna angle through the cooperation of the adjustment rod and the adjustment frame, and locks the antenna angle through the fastening component, which is easy to operate and convenient for timely adjustment.

[0023] In the aforementioned drone communication pod, the adjustment rod and the slide groove form a sliding substructure, making the adjustment process smooth and flexible, and the user can easily and infinitely adjust the tilt angle of the reflector. The reflector rotates with the movement of the adjustment rod, directly adjusting the direction of the antenna array to meet the needs of different communication scenarios. The coordination of the sliding and rotating adjustment rod makes operation simple, and the antenna angle can be flexibly adjusted without complex operations. The fastening assembly applies a restraining force to the adjustment rod, fixing it in a specific position in the slide groove, thereby preventing the antenna angle from shifting due to external vibrations or other factors. By locking the fastening assembly, the antenna array and reflector are maintained in the desired communication direction, improving the stability and efficiency of communication.

[0024] The aforementioned drone communication pod utilizes a simple, rotating reflector connection, eliminating the complex transmission mechanisms of traditional gears and chains. This not only reduces overall mass but also minimizes wear and vibration loads between components. The design of the slideway and sliding pair makes the adjustment assembly compact and lightweight, working in conjunction with the antenna support to achieve both weight and structural optimization. The pod's lightweight design significantly reduces the load on the drone's powertrain, helping to improve its flight endurance and flight performance.

[0025] The above-mentioned drone includes the above-mentioned drone communication pod, which also includes a number of lifting lug connection plates. The lifting lug connection plates are arranged on the side of the bottom plate away from the accommodating cavity, and the lifting lug connection plates are used to connect to the fuselage. The design of the lifting lug connection plates provides a stable fixing point, effectively bearing the weight of the pod and evenly distributing the mechanical load. Multi-point connection reduces local force concentration and improves the reliability of the connection between the pod and the fuselage. The lifting lug connection plates are connected to the fuselage by bolts, which is convenient and quick to install and disassemble. The lifting lug design usually has standardized hole positions, strong compatibility, and adaptability to different models. When installing the pod, it is only necessary to align the lifting lug holes and tighten the bolts, without the need for a complicated debugging process. When maintaining or replacing the communication pod, it can be quickly disassembled, shortening the drone's non-mission time. This connection method reduces assembly and maintenance costs, improves the efficiency of drone mission switching, and adapts to different mission requirements. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0026] Figure 1 A schematic cross-sectional view of a UAV communication pod according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0027] Figure 2A schematic diagram of the exploded structure of a UAV communication pod provided in one embodiment of the present application;

[0028] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the partial structure of a UAV communication pod provided in one embodiment of the present application;

[0029] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the operation of the UAV communication pod provided in one embodiment of the present application;

[0030] Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the mounting structure of a UAV communication pod provided in one embodiment of the present application.

[0031] Description of reference numerals:

[0032] 100-base plate;

[0033] 200-housing;

[0034] 300-antenna; 310-antenna element; 320-reflector; 330-support; 340-adapter;

[0035] 400-adjustment mechanism; 410-adjustment frame; 420-adjustment rod; 430-fastening assembly; 431-bolt; 432-nut; 440-ear plate; 450-butterfly hinge;

[0036] 500-Lifting eye connecting plate. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0037] To make the above-mentioned objects, features, and advantages of the present invention more clearly understood, the following detailed description of specific embodiments of the present invention is provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. The following description sets forth many specific details to facilitate a full understanding of the present invention. However, the present invention can be implemented in many other ways than those described herein, and those skilled in the art may make similar modifications without departing from the scope of the present invention. Therefore, the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0038] In the description of the present invention, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "thickness", "up", "down", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inside", "outside", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential" and the like to indicate orientations or positional relationships based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be understood as a limitation to the present invention.

[0039] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of the technical features being referred to. Thus, a feature specified as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one such feature. In the description of this utility model, "plurality" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise specifically defined.

[0040] In this utility model, unless otherwise specified or limited, the terms "installed," "connected," "connect," "fixed," etc. should be understood in a broad sense. For example, they can refer to fixed connection, detachable connection, or integration; mechanical connection, electrical connection; direct connection, or indirect connection through an intermediate medium; internal communication between two components, or interaction between two components, unless otherwise specified. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of the above terms in this utility model based on specific circumstances.

[0041] In the present invention, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, when a first feature is "above" or "below" a second feature, it may mean that the first and second features are in direct contact, or the first and second features are in indirect contact through an intermediary. Furthermore, when a first feature is "above," "above," or "above" a second feature, it may mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply means that the first feature is at a higher level than the second feature. When a first feature is "below," "below," or "below" a second feature, it may mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply means that the first feature is at a lower level than the second feature.

[0042] It should be noted that when an element is referred to as being "fixed to" or "disposed on" another element, it may be directly on the other element or there may be an intermediate element. When an element is considered to be "connected to" another element, it may be directly connected to the other element or there may be an intermediate element. The terms "vertical," "horizontal," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," and similar expressions used herein are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent the only implementation methods.

[0043] See Figures 1 to 2 An embodiment of the present invention provides a UAV communication pod, comprising:

[0044] The bottom plate 100 and the shell 200, the bottom plate 100 is connected to the shell 200, and the shell 200 is provided with an antenna 300 and an adjustment mechanism 400, the antenna 300 includes an antenna element 310, a reflector 320 and a support 330, the antenna element 310 and the reflector 320 are connected by the support 330, and one side of the reflector 320 is rotatably connected to the bottom plate 100; the adjustment mechanism 400 includes an adjustment frame 410 and an adjustment rod 420, the adjustment frame 410 is arranged on the reflector 320, and a slide groove is provided on the adjustment frame 410, one end of the adjustment rod 420 is rotatably connected to the bottom plate 100, and the other end is arranged in the slide groove, forming a sliding pair with the slide groove; the adjustment mechanism 400 also includes a fastening assembly 430, and the fastening assembly 430 is arranged at the connection between the adjustment rod 420 and the adjustment frame 410. Specifically, in this embodiment, the adjustment brackets 410 are disposed on adjacent sides of one end of the reflector 320 connected to the base plate 100, and the adjustment rods 420 are disposed correspondingly to the adjustment brackets. The arrangement of the adjustment brackets 410 and adjustment rods 420 on both sides further enhances the stability of the structure. It should be noted that this application does not impose specific limitations on the location and manner of the adjustment brackets 410, and the method of installation is based on achieving the desired angle adjustment and tightening effect on the antenna 300.

[0045] In this embodiment, the adjustment rod 420 rotates around the axis of the connection point with the base plate 100 under the action of an external force, and the end of the adjustment rod 420 away from the base plate 100 slides in the slide groove to adjust the distance between the adjustment frame 410 and the base plate 100, thereby driving the reflector 320 to rotate around the axis of the connection point with the base plate 100. The adjustment rod 420 and the slide groove form a sliding substructure, which makes the adjustment process smooth and flexible, and the user can easily and infinitely adjust the inclination angle of the reflector 320. The reflector 320 rotates with the movement of the adjustment rod 420, directly realizing the direction adjustment of the antenna element 310 to meet the needs of different communication scenarios. Through the coordination of the sliding and rotation of the adjustment rod 420, the operation is simple, and the angle of the antenna 300 can be flexibly adjusted without complicated operations.

[0046] In this embodiment, the fastening assembly 350 applies a restraining force to the adjustment rod 420, fixing it at a specific position in the slide slot, thereby preventing the angle of the antenna 300 from shifting due to external vibrations or other factors. By locking the fastening assembly 350, the antenna element 310 and the reflector 320 are maintained in the desired communication direction, improving the stability and efficiency of communication. An efficient and reliable angle fixing method is provided to ensure the accuracy of the direction of the antenna 300 during the flight of the drone. The drone communication pod provided in this embodiment meets the dual requirements of flexibility and stability of the antenna 300 in drone communication scenarios.

[0047] In this embodiment, the pod utilizes a sliding pair formed by an adjustment frame 410 and an adjustment rod 420, eliminating the complex transmission structures typically found in gears and chains. This not only reduces overall mass but also minimizes wear and vibration loads between components. The design of the slideway and sliding pair makes the adjustment assembly compact and lightweight, working in concert with the antenna 300's support components to achieve both weight and structural optimization. The pod's lightweight design significantly reduces the load on the drone's power system, helping to improve its flight time and performance.

[0048] See Figure 3 In the drone communication pod provided in this embodiment, the adjustment rod 420 is connected to the base plate 100 via an ear plate 440. The ear plate 440 includes a connecting portion that abuts the base plate 100 and a rotating portion that is rotatably connected to the adjustment rod 420. The abutting portion and the rotating portion are arranged at an angle. Specifically, in this embodiment, the abutting portion and the rotating portion are arranged perpendicularly.

[0049] In this embodiment, the abutment portion of the ear plate 440 is fixedly abutted against the base plate 100, providing a stable support point. The rotating portion is rotatably connected to the adjustment rod 420, providing a fulcrum for the rotational movement of the adjustment rod 420. The abutment portion and the rotating portion are arranged at an angle (vertical) to optimize the direction of force transmission. The vertically arranged abutment portion and the rotating portion form a stable mechanical support, ensuring that the adjustment rod 420 is stable and does not separate from the fulcrum when rotating. The vertical angle design avoids interference between the force direction of the adjustment rod 420 and the connection between the ear plate 440, and optimizes the mechanical properties. The ear plate 440 provides a stable support structure, enhances the movement flexibility and reliability of the adjustment rod 420, and reduces the risk of the structure loosening or deformation when subjected to external force or vibration.

[0050] See Figure 3 In the drone communication pod provided in this embodiment, the fastening assembly 350 is also arranged at the connection between the adjusting rod 420 and the rotating part. When the reflector 320 and the antenna element 310 are rotated to a preset position, the fastening assembly 350 is fixedly connected to the adjusting rod 420 and the ear plate 440 under the action of external force.

[0051] In this embodiment, the fastening assembly 350 is located at the connection between the adjustment rod 420, the rotating portion, and the adjustment frame 410, further enhancing the securing effect. Located at the connection between the adjustment rod 420 and the rotating portion of the lug 440, the fastening assembly 350 constrains the rotational freedom of the adjustment rod 420 at the rotating portion of the lug 440, locking the adjustment rod 420 at the angle after rotation around the lug 440, ensuring that the adjustment rod 420 remains fixed at the set angle. Since the angle of the adjustment rod 420 directly affects the tilt angle of the reflector 320, this securing effectively ensures the stability of the antenna 300's orientation.

[0052] See Figure 3In the UAV communication pod provided in this embodiment, the fastening assembly 350 includes a bolt 431 and a nut 432. The bolt 431 passes through the adjustment rod 420 and the adjustment frame 410, and / or the bolt 431 passes through the adjustment rod 420 and the connecting portion, and the nut 432 abuts the adjustment frame 410 and / or the ear plate 440. Under the action of an external force, the bolt 431 and the nut 432 approach each other to fix the adjustment rod 420 and the adjustment frame 410, and / or fix the adjustment rod 420 and the ear plate 440. Specifically, in this embodiment, the bolt 431 passes through the adjustment rod 420 and the adjustment frame 410, as well as the adjustment rod 420 and the connecting portion, and the nut 432 is correspondingly provided at the connection between the adjustment frame 410 and the ear plate 440 and the adjustment rod 420.

[0053] In this embodiment, the tightened bolt 431 and nut 432 secure the adjustment rod 420 in the slide groove of the adjustment frame 410, completely restricting the sliding of the adjustment rod 420. The distance between the adjustment frame 410 and the base plate 100 remains constant, thereby ensuring that the angle of the reflector 320 remains stable. Tightening the nut 432 eliminates rotation of the adjustment rod 420 at the connection point with the lug plate 440, further ensuring that the angle of the adjustment rod 420 remains stable. The fixation of the adjustment rod 420 to the lug plate 440 maintains the rotation angle of the reflector 320 about the connection point with the base plate 100.

[0054] See Figure 2 In the drone communication pod provided in this embodiment, the reflector 320 is connected to the base plate 100 through a butterfly hinge 450. The butterfly hinge 450 includes a pair of hinge pieces that are rotatably connected, and a pin shaft that passes through the pair of hinge pieces. The pair of hinge pieces respectively connect the reflector 320 and the base plate 100.

[0055] In this embodiment, the mechanical support of the hinge ensures the stability of the reflector 320 during the adjustment process, avoiding shaking or offset. The flexibility of the adjustment mechanism of the antenna 300 is improved, allowing the user to quickly and accurately adjust the azimuth and pitch angles of the antenna 300. The hinge and the pin form a high-strength connection that can effectively bear the weight of the reflector 320 and external vibrations. The butterfly hinge 450 is fixed to the reflector 320 and the base plate 100 by bolts 431, which is easy to install and disassemble. The maintainability of the drone communication pod is improved, and the difficulty and time cost of maintenance are reduced. It supports rapid on-site adjustment or replacement of components, enhancing the adaptability of the pod.

[0056] See Figure 1 、 Figure 2 and Figure 4The drone communication pod provided in this embodiment includes a plurality of antennas 300, which are arranged on the base plate 100 according to preset rules, and the plurality of antennas 300 are respectively oriented in corresponding preset directions. The reasonable distribution of the antennas 300 can reduce the blind spots of signal coverage and enable the communication pod to achieve omnidirectional or directional coverage. The diversified orientation of the antennas 300 allows the communication pod to process signals from multiple directions simultaneously, thereby increasing the capacity of the communication system. The adaptability of the drone communication pod is improved, and it can meet the needs of different communication scenarios (such as omnidirectional coverage or multi-point-to-point communication). Communication blind spots are reduced and the reliability of signal transmission is enhanced.

[0057] The directionality of each antenna 300 corresponds to the communication requirement (e.g., directional communication to a specific ground target or other drone). Antennas 300 oriented in a specific direction enhance signal directivity and improve transmission efficiency. Optimizing the distribution of antennas 300 prevents signal interference between antennas, ensuring communication quality.

[0058] See Figure 1 、 Figure 2 and Figure 4 In the drone communication pod provided by this embodiment, several antennas 300 are arranged in pairs, and adjacent pairs of antennas 300 are arranged in mirror symmetry along the axis in the length direction of the base plate 100. Each pair of antennas 300 is distributed in mirror symmetry along the axis in the length direction of the base plate 100, so that the directivity and coverage of the antenna 300 signals are evenly distributed on both sides. The symmetrically distributed antenna 300 design reduces the difference in signal intensity in different directions. The mirror-symmetrical antenna 300 setting optimizes the omnidirectional coverage performance of the communication pod and makes the signal coverage more uniform in space. The symmetrical layout makes the radiation characteristics of the communication pod more balanced, which is suitable for stable communication of drones during rapid movement or rotation. In addition, the layout of the antennas 300 distributed in pairs in mirror symmetry makes the mass distribution of the pod uniform and reduces the eccentric torque caused by asymmetric installation. The symmetrical layout reduces the instability of the pod caused by vibration or airflow during flight.

[0059] See Figure 2The drone communication pod provided in this embodiment also includes an adapter 340, which is disposed on and extends through the base plate 100. The side of the adapter 340 facing the antenna 300 has an N-type connector, while the side of the adapter 340 facing away from the antenna 300 has an SMA-type connector. The N-to-SMA adapter 340 is a common structure in drones. The usage and operating principle of the adapter 340 are well known to those skilled in the field of drone technology and will not be described in detail herein. The adapter 340 enables the communication pod to be compatible with devices and antennas 300 with different interface types, expanding the pod's application range. The design of the adapter 340 simplifies the connection between different interfaces, eliminating the need for additional adapters and reducing the complexity of interface conversion. This improves the device adaptability of the drone communication pod, making it suitable for a wider range of communication devices and antennas 300. This enhances the system's flexibility and facilitates quick switching between different mission scenarios. The design of the adapter 340 extending through the base plate 100 reduces the exposure of cables outside the pod, optimizing the overall compactness and anti-interference capabilities of the structure. The adapter 340 is integrated with the base plate 100, which simplifies the connection path between the antenna 300 and the device and improves the convenience of assembly and maintenance.

[0060] The drone communication pod provided in this embodiment has a sealing medium filled at the connection between the base plate 100 and the shell 200. Specifically in this embodiment, the joint between the shell 200 and the base plate 100 is filled with sealant to form a sealing structure, which effectively blocks the entry of external moisture and dust. The sealant has elasticity and adhesion, and can fill the gap in the joint to form a complete seal. The filling of the sealant isolates the external environment from direct contact with the interior of the pod, preventing moisture from penetrating and causing short circuits or corrosion of internal electronic components. It blocks dust from entering the pod and protects internal components from mechanical jamming or heat accumulation caused by the accumulation of particulate matter. It improves the environmental adaptability of the communication pod and is suitable for harsh working conditions such as rain, fog, sand and dust. It ensures the long-term stable operation of the antenna 300 and electronic equipment, and extends the life of the equipment.

[0061] See Figure 5An embodiment of the present invention also provides a drone, including the above-mentioned drone communication pod, which also includes a number of lifting ear connecting plates 500. The lifting ear connecting plates 500 are arranged on the side of the bottom plate 100 away from the accommodating cavity, and the lifting ear connecting plates 500 are used to connect to the fuselage. The design of the lifting ear connecting plates 500 provides a stable fixing point, effectively bears the weight of the pod, and evenly distributes the mechanical load. Multi-point connection reduces local force concentration and improves the reliability of the connection between the pod and the fuselage. The lifting ear connecting plates 500 are connected to the fuselage by bolts 431, which is convenient and quick to install and disassemble. The lifting ear design usually has standardized hole positions, strong compatibility, and adapts to different models. When installing the pod, it is only necessary to align the lifting ear holes and tighten the bolts, without the need for a complicated debugging process. When maintaining or replacing the communication pod, it can be quickly disassembled, shortening the non-mission time of the drone. This connection method reduces assembly and maintenance costs, improves the efficiency of drone task switching, and adapts to different task requirements.

[0062] The technical features of the above-mentioned embodiments can be combined arbitrarily. In order to make the description concise, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above-mentioned embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0063] The above-described embodiments merely represent several implementations of the present invention. While the descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of the utility model patent. It should be noted that a person skilled in the art would be able to make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of the present invention, and these modifications and improvements fall within the scope of protection of the present invention. Therefore, the scope of protection of the present utility model patent shall be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A UAV communication pod, characterized in that: include: A bottom plate (100) and a housing (200), wherein the bottom plate (100) is connected to the housing (200), an antenna (300) and an adjustment mechanism (400) are provided in the housing (200), the antenna (300) comprises an antenna element (310), a reflector (320) and a support (330), the antenna element (310) and the reflector (320) are connected via the support (330), and one side of the reflector (320) is rotatably connected to the bottom plate (100); The adjustment mechanism (400) includes an adjustment frame (410) and an adjustment rod (420), wherein the adjustment frame (410) is arranged on the reflector (320), a slide groove is provided on the adjustment frame (410), one end of the adjustment rod (420) is rotatably connected to the bottom plate (100), and the other end is arranged in the slide groove to form a sliding pair with the slide groove; The adjustment mechanism (400) further comprises a fastening assembly (430), wherein the fastening assembly (430) is arranged at the connection between the adjustment rod (420) and the adjustment frame (410).

2. The UAV communication pod according to claim 1, characterized in that: The adjusting rod (420) is connected to the bottom plate (100) via an ear plate (440). The ear plate (440) comprises a connecting portion abutting against the bottom plate (100) and a rotating portion rotatably connected to the adjusting rod (420). The abutting portion and the rotating portion are arranged at an angle.

3. The UAV communication pod according to claim 2, characterized in that: The fastening assembly (430) is also arranged at the connection between the adjusting rod (420) and the rotating part. When the reflecting plate (320) and the antenna element (310) are rotated to a preset orientation, the fastening assembly (430) is fixedly connected to the adjusting rod (420) and the ear plate (440) under the action of an external force.

4. The UAV communication pod according to claim 3, characterized in that: The fastening assembly (430) includes a bolt (431) and a nut (432), the bolt (431) passing through the adjustment rod (420) and the adjustment frame (410), and / or The bolt (431) passes through the adjusting rod (420) and the connecting portion. The nut (432) abuts against the adjustment frame (410) and / or the ear plate (440), and the bolt (431) and the nut (432) approach each other under the action of an external force to fixedly connect the adjustment rod (420) and the adjustment frame (410), and / or fixedly connect the adjustment rod (420) and the ear plate (440).

5. The UAV communication pod according to claim 1, characterized in that: The reflective plate (320) and the bottom plate (100) are connected via a butterfly hinge (450), wherein the butterfly hinge (450) comprises a pair of hinge pieces connected in rotation and a pin shaft passing through the pair of hinge pieces, wherein the pair of hinge pieces respectively connect the reflective plate (320) and the bottom plate (100).

6. The UAV communication pod according to claim 1, characterized in that: It comprises a plurality of antennas (300), wherein the plurality of antennas (300) are arranged on the bottom plate (100) according to a preset rule, and the plurality of antennas (300) are respectively oriented towards corresponding preset directions.

7. The UAV communication pod according to claim 6, characterized in that: A plurality of antennas (300) are arranged in pairs, and adjacent pairs of antennas (300) are arranged in a mirror-symmetrical manner along an axis in the length direction of the bottom plate (100).

8. The UAV communication pod according to claim 1, characterized in that: The invention also includes an adapter (340), which is arranged on the bottom plate (100) and penetrates the bottom plate (100), wherein the side of the adapter (340) facing the antenna (300) is an N-type interface, and the side of the adapter (340) away from the antenna (300) is an SMA-type interface.

9. The UAV communication pod according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connection between the bottom plate (100) and the housing (200) is filled with a sealing medium.

10. A UAV comprising the UAV communication pod according to any one of claims 1 to 9, characterized in that: The unmanned aerial vehicle communication pod further comprises a plurality of lifting lug connection plates (500), wherein the lifting lug connection plates (500) are arranged on a side of the bottom plate (100) away from the accommodating cavity, and the lifting lug connection plates (500) are used for connecting to a fuselage.

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