Laser radar system

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of automobile radar equipment, in particular to a laser radar system which comprises at least one radar probe, and the radar probe can extend out of a vehicle body after passing through an opening formed in the vehicle body. The radar probe is connected with the swing assembly, the swing assembly comprises a swing module, the swing module is connected with the radar probe, the swing module comprises a swing rod, one end of the swing rod is hinged to a fixing block, the fixing block is fixedly connected with the vehicle body, the middle of the swing rod is hinged to a connecting rod, and the connecting rod is fixedly connected with the radar probe. The connecting rod is hinged to a moving block, the moving block is fixedly connected with the movable end of the transverse moving assembly, and through the design of the swing assembly, the radar probe can swing at multiple angles, so that all-directional environment detection is carried out, and the detection flexibility and accuracy are improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of automobile radar equipment, and in particular to a laser radar system. Background Art

[0002] In automotive radar systems, lidar systems are key sensing devices for the perception of direction and environment during driving, and are used to obtain three-dimensional information about the vehicle's surroundings in real time.

[0003] Traditional lidar systems are usually fixed on the vehicle body, and their detection angle and range are limited, making it difficult to achieve all-round and multi-angle detection.

[0004] In addition, fixed radar probes are easily damaged while the vehicle is driving, and are not conducive to the vehicle's aesthetics and aerodynamic performance. Utility Model Content

[0005] The present invention aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, the present invention proposes a laser radar system. Through the design of a swinging assembly, the radar probe can swing at multiple angles, thereby performing all-around environmental detection, improving detection flexibility and accuracy. The radar probe, through the coordinated operation of a swinging rod, a connecting rod, and a lateral movement assembly, can be retracted into the vehicle body when not in use. A cover is provided, which closes when the radar probe swings toward the interior of the vehicle, protecting the radar probe from external damage.

[0006] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a laser radar system includes at least one radar probe, which can be extended out of the vehicle body through an opening formed in the vehicle body;

[0007] At least one swing component, the radar probe is connected to the swing component, the swing component includes a swing module, the swing module is connected to the radar probe, the swing module includes a swing rod, one end of the swing rod is hinged to a fixed block, the fixed block is fixedly connected to the vehicle body, the middle part of the swing rod is hinged to a connecting rod, the connecting rod is hinged to a moving block, the moving block is fixedly connected to the movable end of the lateral moving component, and the fixed end of the lateral moving component is fixedly connected to the vehicle body.

[0008] As a further limitation of the present technical solution, the lateral moving component is an electric push rod, and the telescopic rod of the electric push rod is fixedly connected to the moving block.

[0009] As a further limitation of the technical solution, the swing module further comprises a swing connecting rod, the swing connecting rod is U-shaped, the center of the swing connecting rod is fixedly connected with a motor, the motor fixes the other end of the swing rod, the output shaft of the motor is fixedly connected with a rotating rod, the other end of the rotating rod is fixedly connected with the shell of a universal joint, the ball of the universal joint is fixedly connected with one end of a circular shaft, the circular shaft passes through the middle of one side of a H-shaped support, the other side of the H-shaped support is fixedly connected with the radar probe.

[0010] As a further limitation of the technical solution, the other two sides of the H-shaped support are respectively rotationally connected with the two ends of a horizontal rod of a cross-shaped rod, and the two ends of a vertical rod of the cross-shaped rod are respectively rotationally connected with the two side ends of the swing connecting rod.

[0011] As a further limitation of the technical solution, the lid plate is hingedly connected with the vehicle body, and the lid plate matches the opening.

[0012] As a further limitation of the technical solution, the lid plate is connected with the swing rod through a connecting assembly, the connecting assembly comprises a driving rod, one end of the driving rod is rotationally connected with a protrusion fixedly arranged at the middle of the lower side of the lid plate, and the other end of the driving rod is rotationally connected with the other end of the swing rod.

[0013] According to the laser radar system provided by the embodiment of the present application, at least the following beneficial effects are achieved:

[0014] The laser radar system provided by the present application has the advantages that the swing assembly is arranged, so that the radar probe can swing at multiple angles, thereby achieving all-around environmental detection and improving the flexibility and accuracy of detection.

[0015] The radar probe can be retracted into the vehicle body when not in use through the cooperative work of the swing rod, the connecting rod and the horizontal movement assembly, and the lid plate is arranged, so that the lid plate can be closed when the radar probe swings towards the inside of the vehicle body, thereby protecting the radar probe from external damage.

[0016] The design of the lid plate enables the radar probe to be hidden in the vehicle body when not in use, thereby maintaining the appearance and good aerodynamic performance of the vehicle.

[0017] The additional aspects and advantages of the present application will be partially given in the following description, partially become obvious from the following description, or be understood through the practice of the present application. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0018] The present application will be further described below in combination with the drawings and embodiments, wherein:

[0019] Figure 1A perspective view of a laser radar system according to an embodiment of the present application Figure 1 ;

[0020] Figure 2 A perspective view of a laser radar system according to an embodiment of the present application Figure 2 ;

[0021] Figure 3 A perspective view of a laser radar system according to an embodiment of the present application Figure 3 ;

[0022] Figure 4 A perspective view of a laser radar system according to an embodiment of the present application Figure 3 A partial enlarged view of A in the middle of the above figure;

[0023] Figure 5 A perspective view of a laser radar system according to an embodiment of the present application

[0024] The drawing mark: 1, the cover plate, 101, the lug, 2, the car body, 3, the drive rod, 4, the swing rod, 5, the swing connecting rod, 6, the radar probe, 7, the connecting rod, 8, the cross-shaped rod, 9, the mouth-shaped support, 10, the round shaft, 11, the universal joint, 12, the rotating rod, 13, the motor, 14, the fixed block, 15, the horizontal movement assembly, 16, the moving block. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0025] The embodiments of the present application are described in detail below, and examples of the embodiments are shown in the drawings, wherein the same or similar reference signs represent the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below by referring to the drawings are exemplary, and are only used to explain the present application, and cannot be understood as a limitation of the present application.

[0026] In the description of the present application, it should be understood that, if there is a description of orientation, for example, the orientation or position relationship indicated by up, down, in, out, etc. is based on the orientation or position relationship shown in the drawings, and is only for the convenience of describing the present application and simplifying the description, and therefore cannot be understood as a limitation of the present application.

[0027] In the description of the present application, if there is a description of first, second, etc. for the purpose of distinguishing technical features, it cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of indicated technical features or the sequence of indicated technical features.

[0028] In the description of the present invention, unless otherwise clearly defined, terms such as setting, installing, and connecting should be understood in a broad sense, and technicians in the relevant technical field can reasonably determine the specific meanings of the above terms in the present invention based on the specific content of the technical solution.

[0029] Since the laser radar is generally installed in the limiting hole of the vehicle body and fixed with limiting parts such as screws, the radar probe is stationary and has certain limitations.

[0030] To this end, the utility model proposes a laser radar system. Through the design of a swing component, the radar probe can swing at multiple angles, thereby performing all-round environmental detection, improving the flexibility and accuracy of detection. The radar probe can be retracted into the vehicle body when not in use through the coordinated work of a swing rod, a connecting rod and a lateral movement component. A cover is provided. When the radar probe swings toward the inside of the vehicle body, the cover can be closed to protect the radar probe from external damage.

[0031] Reference Figures 1-5 As shown, a laser radar system according to an embodiment of the present invention includes at least one radar probe 6, which can pass through an opening provided on a vehicle body 2 and then protrude out of the vehicle body 2;

[0032] At least one swing component, the radar probe 6 is connected to the swing component, the swing component includes a swing module, the swing module is connected to the radar probe 6, the swing module includes a swing rod 4, one end of the swing rod 4 is hinged to a fixed block 14, the fixed block 14 is fixedly connected to the vehicle body 2, the middle part of the swing rod 4 is hinged to a connecting rod 7, the connecting rod 7 is hinged to a moving block 16, the moving block 16 is fixedly connected to the movable end of the lateral moving component 15, and the fixed end of the lateral moving component 15 is fixedly connected to the vehicle body 2.

[0033] In this embodiment, a swinging assembly is provided, through which the radar probe 6 is swung through the opening to protrude from the vehicle body 2, and the radar probe 6 starts working. The movable end of the lateral moving assembly 15 of the swinging assembly drives the moving block 16 to move, and the moving block 16 drives the connecting rod 7 to swing, and the connecting rod 7 drives the swinging rod 4 to swing, and the swinging rod 4 drives the radar probe 6 to swing.

[0034] The lateral moving component 15 is an electric push rod, and the telescopic rod of the electric push rod is fixedly connected to the moving block 16.

[0035] The swing module 4 further comprises a swing connecting rod 5, which is U-shaped, the center of the swing connecting rod 5 is fixedly connected with a motor 13, the motor 13 fixes the other end of the swing rod 4, the output shaft of the motor 13 is fixedly connected with a rotating rod 12, the other end of the rotating rod 12 is fixedly connected with the shell of a universal joint 11, the ball of the universal joint 11 is fixedly connected with one end of a circular shaft 10, the circular shaft 10 passes through the middle of one side of a mouth-shaped support 9, the other side of the mouth-shaped support 9 is fixedly connected with the radar probe 6.

[0036] The other two sides of the mouth-shaped support 9 are respectively rotationally connected with the two ends of the horizontal rods of a cross-shaped rod 8, the two ends of the vertical rods of the cross-shaped rod 8 are respectively rotationally connected with the two side ends of the swing connecting rod 5.

[0037] In the embodiment, the driving motor 13 can drive the rotating rod 12 to rotate, the rotating rod 12 drives the universal joint 11 to circulate, the universal joint 11 drives the circular shaft 10 to circulate, the circular shaft 10 passes through the mouth-shaped support 9, under the action of the circular shaft 10, the mouth-shaped support 9 circulates, the mouth-shaped support 9 drives the cross-shaped rod 8 to circulate, and further drives the radar probe 6 to circulate, so as to realize multi-angle detection.

[0038] The laser radar system further comprises at least one cover plate 1, the cover plate 1 is hingedly connected with the vehicle body 2, and the cover plate 1 matches the opening.

[0039] The cover plate 1 is connected with the swing rod 4 through a connecting assembly, the connecting assembly comprises a driving rod 3, one end of the driving rod 3 is rotationally connected with a protrusion 101 fixed to the middle of the lower side of the cover plate 1, and the other end of the driving rod 3 is rotationally connected with one side of the other end of the swing rod 4.

[0040] In the embodiment, the cover plate 1 is further arranged, so that the opening of the vehicle body 1 is covered, the swing of the swing rod 4 drives the swing of the driving rod 3, the driving rod 3 drives the swing of the cover plate 1 to open and close, when the radar probe 6 swings outward, the cover plate 1 swings to open, and when the radar probe 6 swings towards the inside of the vehicle body 2, the cover plate 1 swings to close.

[0041] In use, the movable end of the transverse moving assembly 15 drives the moving block 16 to move, the moving block 16 drives the connecting rod 7 to swing, the connecting rod 7 drives the swing rod 4 to swing, the swing rod 4 drives the radar probe 6 to swing, the swing of the swing rod 4 realizes the swing of the driving rod 3, the driving rod 3 drives the cover plate 1 to swing and open, the radar probe 6 swings outward to the outside of the vehicle body 2, the motor 13 is started, the rotation of the output shaft of the motor 13 can drive the rotating rod 12 to rotate, the rotating rod 12 drives the universal joint 11 to circularly move, the universal joint 11 drives the circular shaft 10 to circularly move, the circular shaft 10 passes through the H-shaped support 9, under the action of the circular shaft 10, the H-shaped support 9 circularly moves, the H-shaped support 9 drives the cross-shaped rod 8 to circularly move, and further drives the radar probe 6 to circularly move, so as to realize multi-angle detection.

[0042] The above embodiments of the utility model are described in detail in combination with the drawings, and finally it should be indicated that: the above embodiments are only used to describe the technical scheme of the utility model, rather than limit it; although the utility model is described in detail by referring to the above embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that: it still can modify the technical scheme recorded in the above embodiments, or make equivalent replacement to part or all of the technical features; and these modifications or replacements do not make the essence of the corresponding technical scheme deviate from the scope of the technical scheme of the embodiments of the utility model.

Claims

1. A lidar system, comprising: The utility model relates to a laser radar system, including: At least one radar probe, the radar probe can be out of the car body after the opening on the opening on the car body body; At least one swing assembly, the swing assembly includes swing module, swing module connects the radar probe, swing module includes swing rod, one end of swing rod articulates fixed block, fixed block fixedly connected car body, the middle part of swing rod articulates connecting rod, connecting rod articulates moving block, moving block fixedly connected movable end of transverse movement subassembly, fixed end of transverse movement subassembly fixedly connected car body.

2. The lidar system of claim 1, wherein, The transverse movement subassembly is electric push rod, and the telescopic rod of electric push rod is fixedly connected with the moving block.

3. The lidar system of claim 2, wherein, The swing module further includes a swing connecting rod, the swing connecting rod is U-shaped, the center of the swing connecting rod is fixedly connected with a motor, the motor fixes the other end of the swing rod, the output shaft of the motor is fixedly connected with a rotating rod, the other end of the rotating rod is fixedly connected with the shell of a universal joint, the ball of the universal joint is fixedly connected with one end of a circular shaft, the circular shaft passes through the middle of one side of a mouth-shaped support, the other side of the mouth-shaped support is fixedly connected with the radar probe.

4. The lidar system of claim 3, wherein, The other two sides of the mouth-shaped support are respectively rotatably connected with the two ends of the horizontal rod of a cross-shaped rod, and the two ends of the vertical rod of the cross-shaped rod are respectively rotatably connected with the two side ends of the swing connecting rod.

5. The lidar system of any one of claims 1-4, wherein, The laser radar system further includes at least one cover plate, the cover plate is hingedly connected with the car body, and the cover plate matches the opening.

6. The lidar system of claim 5, wherein, The cover plate is connected with the swing rod through a connecting assembly, and the connecting assembly includes a driving rod, one end of the driving rod is rotatably connected with a protrusion fixed to the middle of the lower side of the cover plate, and the other end of the driving rod is rotatably connected with one side of the other end of the swing rod.

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