Visual mounting structure of mower
By installing visual sensors and intelligent processing systems on the lawn mower, the problem of inaccurate positioning of ultrasonic sensing components is solved, achieving efficient and accurate mowing operations, reducing labor costs and improving user experience.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202422610159.7
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-10-28
- Publication Date
- 2025-09-30
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-10-28
AI Technical Summary
The ultrasonic sensing components of existing lawn mowers have poor positioning performance in outdoor environments, resulting in a poor user experience.
It uses visual sensors and intelligent processing systems to obtain external information through the main camera and auxiliary cameras, and combines with the central controller to perform image processing to control the operation of the power and cutting device.
It achieves all-round information capture, improves the working efficiency and accuracy of the lawn mower, reduces labor costs, protects the camera from damage, and enhances the user experience.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of lawn mowers, and more particularly to a visual installation structure of a lawn mower. Background Art
[0002] With the development of today's society, the continuous improvement of living conditions and technology, lawn mowers are being used to trim grass in parks, private gardens, playgrounds, and other places. They are very effective in weeding, simple to operate, and reduce worker workload and labor costs. With the popularization of lawn mowers, the single weeding function is far from meeting user needs. Many products have automatic weeding functions and can avoid obstacles during the automatic weeding process.
[0003] At present, although some lawn mowers have set up ultrasonic sensor components to achieve automatic obstacle avoidance, due to the complex outdoor environment, the positioning effect of the ultrasonic sensor components is poor, resulting in a poor user experience. Utility Model Content
[0004] In view of the shortcomings of the existing technology, the purpose of the present invention is to provide a lawn mower visual installation structure that can achieve omnidirectional information image reception.
[0005] To achieve the above-mentioned objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solutions: a visual mounting structure for a lawn mower, comprising a frame and an outer shell arranged on the frame, the outer shell being provided with a visual sensor and a control device electrically connected to the visual sensor, the control device comprising a central controller and an intelligent processing system provided by the central controller, the visual sensor comprising a main camera provided at the front end of the outer shell and auxiliary cameras provided on both sides, the front end of the outer shell being provided with a first mounting seat for fixedly mounting the main camera and second mounting seats for fixedly mounting auxiliary cameras on both sides, the first mounting seat and the second mounting seat being respectively provided with an observation port tilted downward to facilitate the visual sensor to capture information, and the observation port being provided with a camera protective cover.
[0006] The utility model is further configured as follows: a power device for driving the lawn mower to move and a cutting device for cutting grass are provided under the frame, and the central controller is provided with a receiver electrically connected to the visual sensor and a controller for receiving instructions and controlling the operation of the power device and the cutting device.
[0007] The utility model is further configured as follows: the installation position of the protective cover and the auxiliary camera lens is a transparent structure, and the protective cover is provided with an eaves above the auxiliary camera lens.
[0008] The utility model is further configured as follows: the main camera jacket is provided with a sunshade.
[0009] The utility model is further configured as follows: the intelligent processing system transmits the received image information to the receiver through the visual sensor, obtains accurate instructions through calculation and processing, and issues the instructions to the controller.
[0010] The utility model is further configured as follows: the power device includes a power wheel arranged at the rear end of the frame and a steering wheel arranged at the front end; the cutting device includes a cutting motor arranged on the frame and a cutting disk rotatably connected to the cutting motor and arranged below the frame; and a plurality of evenly distributed cutting blades are provided on the bottom surface of the cutting disk.
[0011] The beneficial effects of the utility model are:
[0012] 1. A visual sensor and a control device electrically connected to the visual sensor are provided on the outer shell. A power device for driving the lawn mower to move and a cutting device for cutting grass are provided under the frame. The control device includes a central controller and an intelligent processing system provided in the central controller. The central controller is provided with a receiver electrically connected to the visual sensor and a controller for receiving instructions and controlling the operation of the power device and the cutting device. When the main camera provided at the front end of the outer shell and the auxiliary cameras provided on both sides transmit external image information to the receiver provided in the central controller, after processing by the intelligent processing system in the central controller, accurate instructions are obtained and transmitted to the controller. The controller turns on or stops the power device and the cutting device, can fully capture information on the lawn mower's forward path, make accurate judgments, and can complete the mowing operation accurately and quickly, thereby fully improving work efficiency.
[0013] 2. A first mounting seat for fixing the main camera is provided at the front end of the outer shell, and second mounting seats for fixing the auxiliary cameras are provided on both sides. The first mounting seat and the second mounting seat are respectively provided with observation ports tilted downward to facilitate the visual sensor to capture information. The observation ports are provided with camera protection covers to prevent the camera lens from being worn and becoming unclear, making it impossible to collect clear images. The protection cover and the auxiliary camera lens installation position are transparent structures, which provide protection without affecting the normal use of the camera. The protection cover is also provided with eaves above the auxiliary camera to prevent the accumulation and erosion of natural elements such as rain, wind and sand, thereby further protecting the auxiliary camera.
[0014] 3. A sunshade is provided on the outer cover of the main camera, which can effectively reduce the reflection caused by direct sunlight while protecting the camera. It can accurately capture external image information and transmit the information to the control device, which processes and issues correct instructions.
[0015] 4. The power unit includes a power wheel at the rear end of the frame and a steering wheel at the front end. The cutting mechanism includes a cutting motor mounted on the frame and a cutting disc rotatably connected to the cutting motor and positioned below the frame. The bottom surface of the cutting disc is equipped with several evenly spaced cutting blades. When the controller receives the start mowing command, it transmits it to the power unit and cutting unit respectively. The steering wheel of the power unit adjusts the direction of movement, and the power wheel rotates, causing the mower to move. Simultaneously, the cutting mechanism starts, and tall grass passes through the cutting disc, where it is efficiently and quickly chopped into grass shreds by the several cutting blades within the disc. The shredded grass falls into the lawn, returning nutrients to the soil. This fully utilizes the excess grass cut, avoids manual secondary handling, improves work efficiency, and reduces labor costs. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the utility model;
[0017] Figure 2 It is a partial exploded view of the utility model;
[0018] Figure 1-2 Figure markings: 1. outer shell; 2. protective cover; 3. power wheel; 4. central controller; 5. auxiliary camera; 6. second mounting seat; 7. main camera; 8. first mounting seat; 9. sunshade; 10. steering wheel; 11. cutting disc; 12. cutting blade. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0019] Reference Figures 1 to 2 The embodiments of the present invention are further described.
[0020] For ease of explanation, spatial relative terms such as "upper", "lower", "left", and "right" are used in the embodiments to illustrate the relationship between one element or feature shown in the figures and another element or feature. It should be understood that, in addition to the orientation shown in the figures, spatial terms are intended to include different orientations of the device in use or operation. For example, if the device in the figure is inverted, the element described as being "under" other elements or features will be positioned "above" other elements or features. Therefore, the exemplary term "under" can include both upper and lower orientations. The device can be positioned in other ways (rotated 90 degrees or in other orientations), and the spatial relative descriptions used here can be interpreted accordingly.
[0021] Moreover, relational terms such as “first” and “second” are merely used to distinguish one component from another having the same name, but do not necessarily require or imply any actual relationship or order between these components.
[0022] Figures 1 to 2The visual installation structure of a lawn mower shown in the figure includes a frame and an outer shell 1 mounted on the frame. The outer shell 1 is equipped with a visual sensor and a control device electrically connected to the visual sensor. The control device includes a central controller 4 and an intelligent processing system within the central controller 4. The visual sensor includes a main camera 7 located at the front of the outer shell 1 and auxiliary cameras 5 located on either side. A power unit for driving the lawn mower and a cutting device for cutting grass are located below the frame. The central controller 4 includes a receiver electrically connected to the visual sensor and a controller for receiving instructions and controlling the operation of the power unit and cutting device. When the main camera 7 located at the front of the outer shell 1 and the auxiliary cameras 5 located on either side transmit external image information to the receiver located in the central controller 4, the intelligent processing system within the central controller 4 processes the information and generates accurate instructions that are transmitted to the controller. The controller activates or deactivates the power unit and cutting device, capturing all aspects of the lawn mower's path and making accurate judgments. This allows for precise and rapid mowing operations, significantly improving work efficiency.
[0023] A first mounting seat 8 for fixing the main camera 7 is provided at the front end of the outer shell 1, and second mounting seats 6 for fixing the auxiliary camera 5 are provided on both sides. The first mounting seat 8 and the second mounting seat 6 are respectively provided with observation ports tilted downward to facilitate the visual sensor to capture information. The observation port is provided with a camera protective cover 2 to prevent the camera lens from being worn and becoming unclear, and unable to collect clear images. The protective cover 2 and the auxiliary camera lens installation position are transparent structures, which provide protection without affecting the normal use of the camera. The protective cover 2 is also provided with an eaves above the auxiliary camera 5 to prevent the accumulation and erosion of natural elements such as rain, wind and sand, thereby further protecting the auxiliary camera 5.
[0024] A sunshade 9 is provided on the outer cover of the main camera 7, which can effectively reduce the reflection caused by direct sunlight while protecting the camera, and can correctly capture external image information and transmit the information to the control device, which processes and issues correct instructions.
[0025] The power unit includes a power wheel 3 at the rear end of the frame and a steering wheel 10 at the front end. The cutting device includes a cutting motor mounted on the frame and a cutting disc 11 rotatably connected to the cutting motor and disposed below the frame. The bottom surface of the cutting disc 11 is provided with a number of evenly distributed cutting blades 12. When the controller receives a command to start mowing, it transmits it to the power unit and cutting unit respectively. The steering wheel 10 of the power unit adjusts the direction of movement, and the power wheel 3 rotates to move the lawn mower. At the same time, the cutting device starts, and tall grass passes through the cutting disc 11 and is efficiently and quickly chopped into grass shreds by the several cutting blades 12 within the cutting disc 11. The shredded grass falls into the lawn, and the nutrients are returned to the soil. This fully utilizes the excess grass that is cut, avoids manual secondary handling, improves work efficiency, and reduces labor costs.
[0026] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the present invention. Any common changes and substitutions made by those skilled in the art within the scope of the technical solution of the present invention should be included in the protection scope of the present invention.
Claims
1. A visual mounting structure for a lawn mower, comprising a frame and an outer shell (1) arranged on the frame, characterized in that: The outer shell (1) is provided with a visual sensor and a control device electrically connected to the visual sensor, the control device includes a central controller (4) and an intelligent processing system provided to the central controller (4), the visual sensor includes a main camera (7) provided at the front end of the outer shell (1) and auxiliary cameras (5) provided on both sides, the front end of the outer shell (1) is provided with a first mounting seat (8) for fixing the main camera (7) and second mounting seats (6) for fixing the auxiliary cameras (5) on both sides, the first mounting seat (8) and the second mounting seat (6) are respectively provided with an observation port tilted downward to facilitate the visual sensor to capture information, and the observation port is provided with a camera protection cover (2).
2. The visual installation structure of a lawn mower according to claim 1, characterized in that: A power device for driving the lawn mower to move and a cutting device for cutting grass are provided below the frame, and the central controller (4) is provided with a receiver electrically connected to the visual sensor and a controller for receiving instructions and controlling the operation of the power device and the cutting device.
3. The visual installation structure of a lawn mower according to claim 1, characterized in that: The installation position of the protective cover (2) and the auxiliary camera lens is a transparent structure, and the protective cover (2) is provided with an eave above the auxiliary camera lens (5).
4. The visual installation structure of a lawn mower according to claim 1, characterized in that: The main camera (7) is provided with a sunshade (9) on its outer cover.
5. The visual installation structure of a lawn mower according to claim 4, characterized in that: The intelligent processing system transmits the received image information to the receiver through the visual sensor, obtains accurate instructions through calculation and processing, and issues the instructions to the controller.
6. The visual installation structure of a lawn mower according to claim 2, characterized in that: The power device comprises a power wheel (3) arranged at the rear end of a frame and a steering wheel (10) arranged at the front end; the cutting device comprises a cutting motor arranged on the frame and a cutting disc (11) rotatably connected to the cutting motor and arranged below the frame; the bottom surface of the cutting disc (11) is provided with a plurality of evenly distributed cutting blades (12).