Manual three-axis outdoor photography holder
By designing a manual three-axis outdoor photography gimbal and adopting a simplified three-axis stabilization system, the problems of high cost and poor environmental adaptability of existing electronically controlled gimbals have been solved, achieving stable shooting in rural areas and reducing costs.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202423314811.7
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-12-31
- Publication Date
- 2025-11-11
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-12-31
AI Technical Summary
Existing three-axis gimbals rely on electric control, which is costly, complex to operate, and unsuitable for harsh environments such as rural areas, thus limiting their widespread application in rural areas.
A manual three-axis outdoor photography gimbal was designed, employing a manually operated three-axis stabilization system, including an outer ring, a middle ring, and an inner ring, connected by a pitch axis and a roll axis. Combined with a Z-axis compensation unit and a telescopic damper, the structure is simplified, the cost is reduced, and the environmental adaptability is improved.
It achieves stable shooting in harsh environments, reduces manufacturing and maintenance costs, improves practicality and adaptability in environments such as sandstorms and rain, and ensures image quality.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of photographic equipment technology, specifically a manual three-axis outdoor photographic gimbal. Background Technology
[0002] With the rapid development of the internet and digital technologies, e-commerce is increasingly being used in the rural economy, especially in the sales of agricultural products. Live streaming and online promotion have become important ways to increase the awareness and sales volume of agricultural products. E-commerce live streaming, short videos, and online advertising are becoming mainstream methods for agricultural product marketing. However, photography and filming equipment in rural areas still face many challenges, particularly the lack of high-quality and convenient filming equipment, which hinders the rapid development of this field.
[0003] Currently, three-axis gimbals are a common stabilizing device in photography and live streaming, effectively improving shooting quality, especially during dynamic shooting, and preventing image shake and instability. Three-axis gimbals are typically motor-controlled electronic gimbals that compensate for shake and displacement, efficiently and stably ensuring the stability of recording equipment. However, they rely on electric control and battery power, and due to their precise structure and complex technology, they are expensive and require relatively professional operating skills, resulting in high usage and maintenance costs. Furthermore, they have poor environmental adaptability, and most are not waterproof or shockproof, limiting their widespread application in rural areas. Utility Model Content
[0004] This application provides a manual three-axis outdoor photography gimbal by optimizing structural design, reducing production costs, and simplifying operation. The gimbal includes a three-axis stabilization system for maintaining stability, a support bracket for carrying recording equipment, and a gripping and fixing part for controlling camera movement. The three-axis stabilization system includes an outer ring, a Z-axis compensation unit, a middle ring, and an inner ring. The top of the outer ring is fixedly connected to the Z-axis compensation unit, and the Z-axis compensation unit is fixedly connected to the gripping and fixing part. The outer, middle, and inner rings are arranged concentrically and horizontally from the outside to the inside. The outer and middle rings are connected by a pitch axis, and the middle, inner, and inner rings are connected by a roll axis. The axes of the pitch and roll axes are coplanar and perpendicular. The bottom of the inner ring is fixedly connected to the support bracket.
[0005] The Z-axis compensation unit includes a top hinge seat, a verticality compensation rod, a gripping end hinge seat, and a compensation return spring. The top hinge seat is fixedly connected to the top of the outer ring. Two verticality compensation rods of equal length are hinged to the top hinge seat. The other ends of the two verticality compensation rods are hinged to the gripping end hinge seat. The gripping end hinge seat is fixedly connected to the gripping fixing part. The two verticality compensation rods are parallel to each other. A compensation return spring for resetting is connected between the two verticality compensation rods.
[0006] The two verticality compensation rods are provided with three non-collinear verticality locking holes, which are not located on any one of the verticality compensation rods at the same time. The three verticality locking holes are jointly fitted with a triangular locking pin for limiting the relative displacement of the two verticality compensation rods.
[0007] A telescopic damper for providing cushioning is connected between the two verticality compensation rods.
[0008] The gripping and fixing part includes any one of a gripping rod, a gripping handle, or a fixed tripod.
[0009] The support bracket includes either a camera quick-release plate or a flexible mobile phone clip.
[0010] Both the pitch axis and the roll axis can be locked by rotating them with bolts.
[0011] Compared with the prior art, this utility model provides a manual three-axis outdoor photography gimbal, which has the following beneficial effects:
[0012] 1. To make the stabilizer structure simpler, reduce the need for complex electronic control systems and additional sensors, lower manufacturing and maintenance costs, and at the same time improve the stabilizer's practicality and adaptability in harsh environments such as wind, sand and rain.
[0013] 2. The Z-axis compensation unit replaces the traditional yaw stabilization, avoiding the impact of camera shake or sway on image quality, especially in fast-moving or unstable environments, improving image quality when shooting while walking or in a vehicle in poor road conditions. Attached Figure Description
[0014] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the first embodiment of the present utility model.
[0015] In the diagram: 1. Outer ring; 2. Middle ring; 3. Inner ring; 4. Pitch axis; 5. Roll axis; 6. Support bracket; 7. Top hinge seat; 8. Verticality compensation rod; 9. Grip end hinge seat; 10. Telescopic damper; 11. Compensation return spring; 12. Grip rod; 13. Verticality locking hole; 14. Triangular lock pin. Detailed Implementation
[0016] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.
[0017] Example
[0018] The following is combined with Figure 1 This application introduces a manual three-axis outdoor photography gimbal, comprising a three-axis stabilization system for maintaining stability, a support bracket 6 for supporting the recording equipment, and a gripping and fixing part for controlling camera movement. The three-axis stabilization system includes an outer ring 1, a Z-axis compensation unit, a middle ring 2, and an inner ring 3. The top of the outer ring 1 is fixedly connected to the Z-axis compensation unit, and the Z-axis compensation unit is fixedly connected to the gripping and fixing part. The Z-axis compensation unit is used to compensate for displacement in the vertical direction, ensuring equipment stability. The outer ring 1, middle ring 2, and inner ring 3 are arranged concentrically horizontally from the outside to the inside. The outer ring 1 and middle ring 2 are connected by a pitch axis 4, and the middle ring 2, inner ring 3, and inner ring 3 are connected by a roll axis 5. The axes of the pitch axis 4 and roll axis 5 are coplanar and perpendicular. The bottom of the inner ring 3 is fixedly connected to the support bracket 6.
[0019] The Z-axis compensation unit includes a top hinge seat 7, a verticality compensation rod 8, a gripping end hinge seat 9, and a compensation return spring 11. The top hinge seat 7 is fixedly connected to the top of the outer ring 1. Two verticality compensation rods 8 of equal length are hinged on the top hinge seat 7. The other ends of the two verticality compensation rods 8 are hinged to the gripping end hinge seat 9. The gripping end hinge seat 9 is fixedly connected to the gripping fixing part. The two verticality compensation rods 8 are parallel to each other. A compensation return spring 11 for resetting is connected between the two verticality compensation rods 8.
[0020] The two verticality compensation rods 8 are provided with three non-collinear verticality locking holes 13, which are not located on any one of the verticality compensation rods 8 at the same time. The three verticality locking holes 13 are jointly equipped with a triangular locking pin 14 for limiting the relative displacement of the two verticality compensation rods 8.
[0021] A telescopic damper 10 is connected between the two verticality compensation rods 8 to provide a buffering effect, reduce the vibration and displacement of the verticality compensation rods 8, and avoid instability caused by impact.
[0022] The gripping and fixing part includes any one of the following: gripping rod 12, gripping handle, or fixed tripod.
[0023] The support bracket 6 includes either a camera quick-release plate or an elastic mobile phone clip.
[0024] Both the pitch axis 4 and the roll axis 5 can be locked by bolts. When shooting at rest, the pitch axis 4 and the roll axis 5 are locked. When camera movement is required, the pitch axis 4 or the roll axis 5 can be unlocked according to the pitch or roll camera movement.
[0025] The Z-axis compensation unit compensates for displacement in the vertical direction, ensuring equipment stability. The Z-axis compensation unit includes a top hinge seat 7, a verticality compensation rod 8, a gripping end hinge seat 9, and a compensation return spring 11. The top hinge seat 7 is connected to two verticality compensation rods 8 of equal length via hinges, and the other end of the verticality compensation rod 8 is hinged to the gripping end hinge seat 9. The gripping end hinge seat 9 is fixedly connected to the gripping fixing part.
[0026] The middle ring 2 is connected to the outer ring 1 via the pitch pivot 4, and to the inner ring 3 via the roll pivot 5. The middle ring 2 and the inner ring 3 are interconnected by the pivot structure, ensuring good stability in both the pitch and roll directions.
[0027] Two verticality compensation rods 8 are connected by a hinged joint and are used to provide compensation in the vertical direction. The compensation rods are also connected by a compensation return spring 11 to ensure stability and rapid reset during the compensation process.
[0028] Compensation return spring 11: Provides the necessary return force to maintain the parallelism and stability of the perpendicularity compensation rod 8.
[0029] Verticality locking hole 13 and triangular locking pin 14: The verticality compensation rod 8 is provided with three non-collinear locking holes, and the relative displacement of the verticality compensation rod 8 is restricted by the triangular locking pin 14, thereby ensuring the stability of the Z-axis. When shooting at rest, the triangular locking pin 14 is inserted into the locking hole, and the triangular locking pin 14 is pulled out when the camera needs to move.
[0030] Finally, it should be noted that the above are merely preferred embodiments of this utility model and are not intended to limit the utility model. Although the utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.
Claims
1. A manual three-axis outdoor photography gimbal, characterized in that, It includes a three-axis stabilization system for maintaining stability, a support bracket (6) for supporting the recording equipment, and a grip and fixing part for controlling the camera movement; the three-axis stabilization system includes an outer ring (1), a Z-axis compensation unit, a middle ring (2), and an inner ring (3). The top of the outer ring (1) is fixedly connected to the Z-axis compensation unit, and the Z-axis compensation unit is fixedly connected to the grip and fixing part. The outer ring (1), middle ring (2), and inner ring (3) are arranged concentrically and horizontally from the outside to the inside. The outer ring (1) and middle ring (2) are connected by a pitch axis (4). The middle ring (2), inner ring (3), and inner ring (3) are connected by a roll axis (5). The axes of the pitch axis (4) and roll axis (5) are coplanar and perpendicular. The bottom of the inner ring (3) is fixedly connected to the support bracket (6).
2. The manual three-axis outdoor photography gimbal according to claim 1, characterized in that: The Z-axis compensation unit includes a top hinge seat (7), a verticality compensation rod (8), a gripping end hinge seat (9), and a compensation return spring (11). The top hinge seat (7) is fixedly connected to the top of the outer ring (1). Two verticality compensation rods (8) of equal length are hinged on the top hinge seat (7). The other ends of the two verticality compensation rods (8) are hinged to the gripping end hinge seat (9). The gripping end hinge seat (9) is fixedly connected to the gripping fixing part. The two verticality compensation rods (8) are parallel to each other. A compensation return spring (11) for resetting is connected between the two verticality compensation rods (8).
3. A manual three-axis outdoor photography gimbal according to claim 2, characterized in that: The two verticality compensation rods (8) are provided with three non-collinear verticality locking holes (13) and are not located on any one of the verticality compensation rods (8) at the same time. The three verticality locking holes (13) are jointly equipped with a triangular locking pin (14) for limiting the relative displacement of the two verticality compensation rods (8).
4. A manual three-axis outdoor photography gimbal according to claim 2, characterized in that: A telescopic damper (10) for providing cushioning is connected between the two verticality compensation rods (8).
5. A manual three-axis outdoor photography gimbal according to claim 1, characterized in that: The gripping and fixing part includes any one of the following: gripping rod (12), gripping handle, or fixed tripod.
6. A manual three-axis outdoor photography gimbal according to claim 1, characterized in that: The support bracket (6) includes either a camera quick-release plate or an elastic mobile phone clip.
7. A manual three-axis outdoor photography gimbal according to claim 1, characterized in that: Both the pitch axis (4) and the roll axis (5) can be locked by rotation using bolts.