Robot storage device and vehicle

Abstract

The utility model discloses a robot storage device and a vehicle, and belongs to the technical field of vehicles. A box body of the robot storage device can be connected to a vehicle body, so that the robot storage device can be mounted on the vehicle body of the vehicle; the box body is provided with a containing cavity and a bottom opening, so that the robot can enter and exit from the bottom of the box body conveniently; the cover body is arranged at the bottom opening, on one hand, the bottom opening and the containing cavity can be covered with the cover body, on the other hand, the cover body can be used for bearing the robot, and the robot is convenient to store and release; by arranging the driving piece, the cover body can be driven by the driving piece to move between the closing position and the opening position relative to the box body, so that the bottom opening can be automatically closed and opened, and the robot can be automatically stored and released. According to the robot storage device, a proper vehicle-mounted storage mode can be provided, the robot can be conveniently stored and carried, and convenience is provided for a user.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application belongs to the field of vehicle technology, specifically relating to a robot storage device and a vehicle. Background Technology

[0002] Bionic robots are a type of robot design inspired by biology. By mimicking the structure, function, and behavior of living organisms, they achieve more efficient, flexible, and adaptable robotic systems. Currently, bionic robots are finding increasingly widespread applications in daily life. For example, robotic dogs, as a type of bionic robot, can provide functions such as pet companionship, therapeutic support, security patrols, search and rescue missions, and education and research, and are being accepted and used by more and more users.

[0003] With the increasing popularity of bionic robots, more and more users hope to travel with bionic robots such as robot dogs. However, there is currently no suitable way to store bionic robots in vehicles, which affects the user's carrying experience. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a robot storage device to overcome the technical problem that there is currently no suitable storage method for storing bionic robots in vehicles; another purpose of this application is to provide a vehicle; and a third purpose of this application is to provide a control method.

[0005] Technical solution: The robot storage device described in this application includes:

[0006] The box body has a receiving cavity and a bottom opening communicating with the receiving cavity, and the box body is used to connect to the vehicle body;

[0007] A cover is provided at the bottom opening and is used to support the robot;

[0008] A driving component is connected to the housing and the cover respectively, and the driving component is used to drive the cover to move between a closed position and an open position relative to the housing;

[0009] In the closed position, the cover seals the bottom opening; in the open position, the cover opens the bottom opening.

[0010] In some embodiments, the robot storage device further includes:

[0011] A first connector is used to connect the cover to the box body;

[0012] The drive unit is used to drive the cover to rotate relative to the box body, so as to move between the closed position and the open position.

[0013] In some embodiments, the cover includes:

[0014] The connecting end and the supporting end are arranged opposite to each other, with the first connector connected to the connecting end and the supporting end configured to support the ground in the open position.

[0015] In some embodiments, the distance between the connecting end and the supporting end corresponds to the length dimension L1 of the cover, and the length dimension of the box is L2, satisfying: L1≥L2.

[0016] In some embodiments, the robot storage device further includes:

[0017] An electric suction lock and a latch, wherein one of the electric suction lock and the latch is disposed on the housing and the other is disposed on the cover;

[0018] When the cover is in the closed position, the electric suction lock and the latch are connected to lock the cover in the closed position.

[0019] In some embodiments, the robot storage device further includes:

[0020] A control component for controlling the connection and disconnection of the electric suction lock and the latch.

[0021] In some embodiments, the robot storage device further includes:

[0022] A sealing element is disposed at the bottom opening; when the cover is in the closed position, the sealing element seals the connection between the housing and the cover.

[0023] In some embodiments, the robot storage device further includes:

[0024] A second connector is disposed on the housing and is used to connect the vehicle body.

[0025] In some embodiments, the robot storage device further includes:

[0026] A charging component is disposed within the receiving cavity, and the charging component is used to charge the robot.

[0027] In some embodiments, the robot storage device further includes:

[0028] A buffer is disposed within the receiving cavity, the buffer being used to cover at least a portion of the robot when the robot is located within the receiving cavity.

[0029] In some embodiments, the housing is further provided with a first threading hole communicating with the receiving cavity, through which the wiring harness of the robot storage device is threaded.

[0030] Accordingly, a vehicle as described in the embodiments of this application includes:

[0031] The car body, and,

[0032] The robot storage device described above is connected to the vehicle body.

[0033] In some embodiments, the vehicle body includes:

[0034] The rear floor, the housing of the robot storage device is located below the rear floor and connected to the rear floor.

[0035] In some embodiments, the vehicle body further includes:

[0036] A reinforcing member is provided on the rear floor.

[0037] The third connector connects the housing, the rear floor, and the reinforcement.

[0038] In some embodiments, the rear floor is provided with a second wiring hole, through which the wiring harness of the robot storage device passes.

[0039] Accordingly, the control method described in this application embodiment is applied to the vehicle as described above, and the control method includes:

[0040] When the robot reaches the first predetermined position, the controller controls the cover of the robot storage device to move to the open position, and the first predetermined position is located on one side of the vehicle;

[0041] When the robot reaches the second predetermined position, the controller controls the cover to move to the closed position, and the second predetermined position is located on the cover.

[0042] In some embodiments, the control method further includes:

[0043] In response to a release command, the controller controls the cover to move to the open position;

[0044] After the robot leaves the cover, the controller controls the cover to move to the closed position.

[0045] In some embodiments, the control method further includes:

[0046] When the cover is in the open position and the vehicle is in forward or reverse gear, the vehicle issues a warning message.

[0047] Beneficial Effects: The robot storage device of this application embodiment includes: a housing with a receiving cavity and a bottom opening communicating with the receiving cavity, the housing being used to connect to a vehicle body; a cover, disposed at the bottom opening and used to support the robot; and a drive member, connected to both the housing and the cover, the drive member being used to drive the cover to move between a closed position and an open position relative to the housing; in the closed position, the cover seals the bottom opening, and in the open position, the cover opens the bottom opening. In this application embodiment, the housing of the robot storage device can be connected to the vehicle body, thereby enabling the robot storage device to be installed on the vehicle body; the housing has a receiving cavity and a bottom opening, thereby facilitating the robot's entry and exit from the bottom of the housing; by disposing of the cover at the bottom opening, on the one hand, the cover can seal the bottom opening and the receiving cavity, and on the other hand, the cover can support the robot, facilitating the storage and release of the robot; by providing the drive member, the drive member can drive the cover to move between a closed position and an open position relative to the housing, thereby automatically closing and opening the bottom opening, realizing automatic storage and release of the robot. This robot storage device provides a suitable in-vehicle storage method, making it convenient to store and carry the robot, and providing convenience for users to take the robot with them when traveling.

[0048] The vehicle body of this application embodiment is equipped with the aforementioned robot storage device, which allows for the storage and release of the robot, reducing the space occupied inside the vehicle. Furthermore, the opening and closing of the cover can be controlled by its drive components, thereby enabling the storage and release of the robot without the need for manual handling of the robot, significantly improving the convenience of traveling with the robot. In addition, the robot storage device provides a relatively fixed storage space for the robot, reducing the probability of damage caused by the robot's movement during vehicle travel.

[0049] The control method of this application embodiment is applied to the above-mentioned vehicle, which can automatically store the robot and improve the convenience for users to travel with the robot. Attached Figure Description

[0050] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the accompanying drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0051] Figure 1 A schematic diagram showing the robot storage device being removed from a vehicle, as provided in some embodiments of this application.

[0052] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the components of a robot storage device provided in some embodiments of this application;

[0053] Figure 3 This is a structural schematic diagram of the robot storage device with its cover closed, provided in some embodiments of this application;

[0054] Figure 4 A partial structural diagram of the robot storage device provided in some embodiments of this application when it is mounted on a vehicle body;

[0055] Figure 5 This is a structural schematic diagram of the robot storage device provided in some embodiments of this application with the cover in the open state;

[0056] Figure 6 This is a structural schematic diagram of the robot storage device with its cover in an open state, provided in some other embodiments of this application;

[0057] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of a robot storage device provided in some embodiments of this application;

[0058] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the box structure of a robot storage device provided in some embodiments of this application;

[0059] Figure 9 This application provides schematic diagrams of vehicle structures for some embodiments.

[0060] Figure 10 Flowcharts of control methods provided in some embodiments of this application;

[0061] Figure 11 This application provides process diagrams for some embodiments of the control method.

[0062] Reference numerals: 10-Vehicle; 20-Robot; 100-Robot storage device; 110-Box; 111-Receiving cavity; 112-Bottom opening; 120-Lid; 121-Connecting end; 122-Supporting end; 130-Driver; 140-First connector; 150-Electric suction lock; 160-Latch; 170-Control component; 180-Sealing component; 190-Second connector; 192-Charging component; 194-Buffer component; 196-First wiring hole; 198-Wire harness; 200-Vehicle body; 210-Rear floor; 211-Second wiring hole; 220-Reinforcing component; 230-Third connector. Detailed Implementation

[0063] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this application, and not all of them. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this application without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0064] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "top," "bottom," "upper," "lower," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or device referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation on this application. "A plurality of" means two or more, and "at least one" can mean one, two, or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified. The terms "installed," "connected," and "linked" should be interpreted broadly, for example, they can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can be the internal communication of two devices or the interaction relationship of two devices, unless otherwise explicitly specified. 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 technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature.

[0065] With the increasing popularity of bionic robots, more and more users hope to travel with bionic robots such as robot dogs, which may require vehicles to carry them at any time. However, currently there are no vehicles that can automatically store / release robot dogs, and the vehicles cannot achieve vehicle-to-vehicle communication with the robot dogs. The robot dogs can only be manually carried into the vehicle, which presents the following problems: 1. The robot dogs are relatively heavy and difficult to move; 2. The robot dogs take up a lot of space inside the vehicle; 3. The robot dogs do not have a fixed storage space and are easily damaged by bumps and jostles during vehicle travel.

[0066] In view of this, this application provides a robot storage device 100, which can be used to carry a robot 20, improving the convenience for users to carry the robot. The robot 20 can be a biomimetic robot such as a robot dog.

[0067] like Figures 1 to 6 As shown, the robot storage device 100 of this application embodiment includes a housing 110, a cover 120, and a drive unit 130.

[0068] The housing 110 is the main housing structure in the robot storage device 100 for accommodating the robot 20. The housing 110 has a receiving cavity 111 and a bottom opening 112 communicating with the receiving cavity 111. The receiving cavity 111 is formed inside the housing 110 and can be used to accommodate the robot 20. The bottom opening 112 is located at the bottom of the housing 110 and communicates with the receiving cavity 111, allowing the robot 20 to enter and exit the receiving cavity 111 through the bottom opening 112. The housing 110 is used to connect to the body 200 of the vehicle 10, so that the robot storage device 100 can be installed on the body 200 of the vehicle 10 for use in transporting the robot 20.

[0069] The cover 120 is disposed at the bottom opening 112. The cover 120 can be used to seal the bottom opening 112 to close the receiving cavity 111, thereby enclosing the robot 20 inside the receiving cavity 111. In addition, the cover 120 is also used to support the robot 20, that is, the cover 120 can support the bottom of the robot 20 to support and support it inside the receiving cavity 111.

[0070] The drive unit 130 is connected to both the housing 110 and the cover 120. The drive unit 130 drives the cover 120 to move between a closed and open position relative to the housing 110. In other words, driven by the drive unit 130, the cover 120 can move relative to the housing 110 and can move to both the closed and open positions. Specifically, when the cover 120 is in the closed position, it seals the bottom opening 112, allowing the robot 20 to be carried within the receiving cavity 111, thus accommodating the robot 20. When the cover 120 is in the open position, it opens the bottom opening 112, allowing the robot 20, which is mounted on the cover 120, to move with the cover 120 and move outside the receiving cavity 111, facilitating the release of the robot 20. It should be noted that as the lid 120 moves to the open position, the robot 20 can move completely outside the receiving cavity 111, or it can be partially located outside the receiving cavity 111, with another part moving along but not completely leaving the space of the receiving cavity 111. Furthermore, when the lid 120 is in the open position, with the bottom opening 112 open, the robot 20 can also move from the outside onto the lid 120, facilitating the storage of the robot 20. In the description of this application, the "open position" refers to the position where the robot 20 can be smoothly released after the lid 120 moves relative to the box 110 and opens the bottom opening 112.

[0071] It is understood that the robot storage device 100 in this embodiment can have its housing 110 connected to the vehicle body 200, allowing the robot storage device 100 to be installed on the vehicle body 200 without occupying the interior space of the vehicle 10. The housing 110 is provided with a receiving cavity 111 and a bottom opening 112, allowing the robot 20 to easily enter and exit the receiving cavity 111 from the bottom of the housing 110. By providing a cover 120 at the bottom opening 112, the cover 120 can seal the bottom opening 112 and the receiving cavity 111, thus enclosing the robot 20 within the receiving cavity 111 for protection. Furthermore, the cover 120 can support the robot 20; when closed, it supports the robot 20 within the receiving cavity 111, and when opened, it moves with the cover 120 and exits the receiving cavity 111, facilitating the storage and release of the robot 20. By providing a drive unit 130, the cover 120 can be moved between a closed and open position relative to the housing 110, thereby automatically closing and opening the bottom opening 112, and automatically storing and releasing the robot 20. This robot storage device 100 provides a suitable vehicle storage method, facilitating the storage and carrying of the robot 20, and making it convenient for users to take the robot 20 on trips.

[0072] Please refer to the following: Figures 2 to 5 In some embodiments, the robot storage device 100 further includes a first connector 140, through which the cover 120 is connected to the housing 110. A drive member 130 is used to drive the cover 120 to rotate relative to the housing 110, moving it between a closed position and an open position. Optionally, the first connector 140 can be used to rotatably connect the cover 120 and the housing 110. The first connector 140 can be a hinge, with its fixed portion mounted on the inner wall of the housing 110 and its movable portion connected to the cover 120. This allows the cover 120 to rotate relative to the housing 110 about the first connector 140 as a rotation axis under the driving force of the drive member 130, thereby closing and opening the bottom opening 112.

[0073] By setting the first connector 140, on the one hand, the cover 120 can rotate relative to the box 110, reducing the space required for opening the cover 120 and improving the flexibility of opening and closing the cover 120; on the other hand, the first connector 140 can bear part of the weight of the cover 120 and the robot 20, reducing the load on the drive component 130, thereby reducing the failure rate of the drive component 130 and improving the service life of the robot storage device 100 and the user experience.

[0074] Optionally, the first connector 140 can be connected to the housing 110 and the cover 120 by means of bolts, welding, etc.

[0075] Please refer to it again. Figures 2 to 5 In some embodiments, the cover 120 includes a connecting end 121 and a supporting end 122 disposed opposite to each other, a first connector 140 being connected to the connecting end 121, and the supporting end 122 being configured to support the ground in the open position. Figure 5 As shown, when the cover 120 moves to the open position, the support end 122 of the cover 120 abuts against the ground. This arrangement allows the cover 120 to be supported by the ground when it moves to the open position, thereby bearing part of the weight of the cover 120 and the robot 20 and reducing the load on the drive unit 130. Furthermore, by supporting the support end 122 on the ground when in the open position, the height difference between the cover 120 and the ground is reduced, allowing the robot 20 to move smoothly from the ground to the cover 120 and from the cover 120 to the ground. This avoids the robot 20 being unable to climb onto the cover 120 or falling off the cover 120 due to a large drop.

[0076] For details, please refer to Figure 3 In some embodiments, the distance between the connecting end 121 and the supporting end 122 corresponds to the length dimension L1 of the cover 120 and the length dimension L2 of the box 110, satisfying: L1≥L2. In the description of this application, for ease of explanation, the direction from the connecting end 121 to the supporting end 122 when the cover 120 is in the closed position is defined as the length direction of the robot storage device 100, but this does not imply that the robot storage device 100 has a longer dimension in this direction. Setting the length dimension L1 of the cover 120 to be greater than or equal to the length dimension L2 of the box 110 allows the cover 120 to completely cover the bottom opening 112, and also allows the length of the cover 120 to adapt to the ground clearance, adapting to different terrains, and making it easier to support the ground when in the open position. Therefore, it is easier to put the robot 20 in and out, improving the user experience.

[0077] Please see Figure 6 In some embodiments, the cover 120 may not be directly connected to the housing 110, but may be connected to the housing 110 through a drive member 130. Driven by the drive member 130, the cover 120 may move down relative to the housing 110 to open the bottom opening 112, or rise relative to the housing 110 to close the bottom opening 112 and the receiving cavity 111.

[0078] Please refer to it again. Figure 2In some embodiments, the robot storage device 100 further includes an electric suction lock 150 and a latch 160, one of which is disposed on the housing 110 and the other on the cover 120. When the cover 120 is in the closed position, the electric suction lock 150 and the latch 160 connect to lock the cover 120 in the closed position. Optionally, the latch 160 can be installed on the upper surface of the cover 120 by means of bolts or the like, and the electric suction lock 150 can be installed on the inner wall of the housing 110 by means of bolts or the like, with the two positions matching each other. When the cover 120 moves to the closed position, the electric suction lock 150 operates and attracts the latch 160 to lock the cover 120. Alternatively, the electric suction lock 150 can be installed on the upper surface of the cover 120 using bolts or other mounting methods, and the latch 160 can be installed on the inner wall of the housing 110 using bolts or other mounting methods, with the two positions matching each other. When the cover 120 moves to the closed position, the electric suction lock 150 is activated, attracting the latch 160 to lock the cover 120. By installing the electric suction lock 150 and the latch 160 on the housing 110 and the cover 120 respectively, a locking function can be achieved, improving the stability and safety of operation.

[0079] In some embodiments, the robot storage device 100 further includes a control component 170, which controls the connection and separation of the electric suction lock 150 and the latch 160. The control component 170 can be installed on the housing 110 (internal or external), on the cover 120, or on the body 200 of the vehicle 10. The control component 170 connects to the vehicle's infotainment system or a mobile phone via a wiring harness (not shown) or Bluetooth, and controls the electric suction lock 150 by receiving commands, thereby controlling the connection and separation of the electric suction lock 150 and the latch 160.

[0080] In some embodiments, the robot storage device 100 further includes a seal 180 disposed at the bottom opening 112; when the cover 120 is in the closed position, the seal 180 seals the connection between the housing 110 and the cover 120. The seal 180 may be a sealing strip structure made of materials such as rubber, wrapped around the bottom opening 112 of the housing 110. When the cover 120 is closed, the seal 180 is squeezed to ensure a sealing effect.

[0081] Please refer to it again. Figure 1 and Figure 2In some embodiments, the robot storage device 100 further includes a second connector 190, which is disposed on the housing 110 and used to connect to the vehicle body 200. The second connector 190 is fixed to the housing 110 by welding or other connection methods. The second connector 190 may have screw holes for bolt mounting to the vehicle body 200; alternatively, the second connector 190 may be configured as a snap-fit ​​structure, with a matching snap-fit ​​structure on the vehicle body 200, allowing the housing 110 and vehicle body 200 to be snapped together; or the second connector 190 may be welded to the vehicle body 200 to achieve the connection between the housing 110 and the vehicle body 200.

[0082] The number of second connectors 190 can be set to multiple, arranged around the housing 110 to ensure the strength of the connection and provide a stable connection.

[0083] Please see Figure 7 In some embodiments, the robot storage device 100 further includes a charging component 192 disposed within the receiving cavity 111. The charging component 192 is used to charge the robot 20. By incorporating the charging component 192 into the robot storage device 100, the robot 20 can be charged, further enhancing the convenience of carrying the robot 20. The charging component 192 can draw power from the vehicle 10 or may contain its own energy storage battery.

[0084] Please refer to it again. Figure 7 In some embodiments, the robot storage device 100 further includes a buffer 194 disposed within the receiving cavity 111. The buffer 194 is used to cover at least a portion of the robot 20 when it is located within the receiving cavity 111. By providing the buffer 194, the stored robot 20 can be wrapped and cushioned, reducing the possibility of damage to the robot 20 due to bumps during transport. The buffer 194 can be made of latex, silicone, or other materials with elastic cushioning properties.

[0085] Please see Figure 8 In some embodiments, the housing 110 is further provided with a first wiring hole 196 communicating with the receiving cavity 111. The wiring harness 198 of the robot storage device 100 is passed through the first wiring hole 196. The first wiring hole 196 can be set at any position of the housing 110 that does not affect the setting of other components. By opening the first wiring hole 196, the wiring harness 198 of the robot storage device 100, such as wires or communication lines, can be arranged using the first wiring hole 196. The wiring harness 198 can also be passed out from the first wiring hole 196 and enter the cabin of the vehicle 10 to connect with the vehicle's infotainment system and other equipment.

[0086] Please refer to the following: Figure 1 and Figure 9 This application also provides a vehicle 10, which can be a fuel vehicle, an electric vehicle, a hybrid vehicle, etc. The vehicle 10 includes a body 200 and a robot storage device 100 described in any of the above embodiments. The robot storage device 100 is connected to the body 200. By connecting the robot storage device 100 to the body 200, the robot 20 can be stored and released, reducing the space occupied inside the vehicle 10. Furthermore, the opening and closing of the cover 120 can be controlled by its drive component 130, thereby realizing the storage and release of the robot 20 without the need for manual carrying of the robot 20 into or out of the vehicle, significantly improving the convenience of carrying the robot 20. In addition, by setting up the robot storage device 100, the vehicle 10 provides a relatively fixed storage space for the robot 20, reducing the probability of the robot 20 being damaged by bumps during vehicle travel.

[0087] The body 200 is a structural component of the vehicle 10, consisting of a body frame and body panels. The body frame, typically made of steel or aluminum alloy, provides the overall structure and support of the vehicle. The body panels cover the body frame, forming the exterior of the car and protecting internal components.

[0088] Please see Figure 9 In some embodiments, the vehicle body 200 includes a rear floor 210, and the housing 110 of the robot storage device 100 is disposed below and connected to the rear floor 210. The rear floor 210 of the vehicle body 200 is located below the trunk. For gasoline-powered vehicles, there may be space below the rear floor 210 for installing equipment such as mufflers. Unlike gasoline-powered vehicles, electric vehicles do not require mufflers, so this space can be used as the assembly space for the robot storage device 100, reducing the space occupied by the robot storage device 100 in other parts of the vehicle body 200. Therefore, this robot storage device 100 is particularly suitable for electric vehicles.

[0089] Please refer to it again. Figures 4 to 6 In some embodiments, the vehicle body 200 further includes a reinforcing member 220 and a third connecting member 230. The reinforcing member 220 is disposed on the rear floor 210, thereby strengthening the vehicle body structure at that location and enabling it to more stably support the robot storage device 100. The third connecting member 230 connects the housing 110, the rear floor 210, and the reinforcing member 220 to ensure a secure connection between the robot storage device 100 and the vehicle body 200. The third connecting member 230 can be a bolt.

[0090] Please see Figure 7In some embodiments, the rear floor 210 is provided with a second wiring hole 211 through which the wiring harness 198 of the robot storage device 100 passes. By providing the second wiring hole 211, the wiring harness 198 of the robot storage device 100 can enter the cabin through the second wiring hole 211 to achieve connection with vehicle-mounted systems and other equipment. The second wiring hole 211 can be located above the robot storage device 100 and corresponds to the first wiring hole 196 to facilitate the arrangement of the wiring harness 198.

[0091] Please see Figure 10 This application also provides a control method, which is applied to the vehicle 10 in any of the above embodiments. The control method includes: when the robot 20 reaches a first predetermined position, the controller controls the cover 120 of the robot storage device 100 to move to an open position, the first predetermined position being located on one side of the vehicle 10; when the robot 20 reaches a second predetermined position, the controller controls the cover 120 to move to a closed position, the second predetermined position being located on the cover 120.

[0092] The first predetermined position can be located on one side of the vehicle 10. The specific location can be determined based on the monitoring range of the monitoring equipment (including vision systems, radar systems, etc.) mounted on the vehicle 10's body 200, the installation position of the robot storage device 100, the opening direction of the bottom opening 112 when the cover 120 is in the open position, and the ease of storage by the robot 20. Optionally, the first predetermined position can be located in the front, rear, left, or right of the vehicle 200, and within a three-meter range of the robot storage device 100, to improve storage efficiency.

[0093] The second predetermined position is located on the cover 120. This second predetermined position can be specifically set according to the size of the bottom opening 112 and the corresponding position of the bottom opening 112 on the cover 120 when it is in the closed position. This ensures that when the robot 20 is in the second predetermined position and the cover 120 moves to the closed position, the robot 20 is completely covered by the cover 110.

[0094] Vehicle 10 can observe the robot 20 moving to a first predetermined position on one side of vehicle 10 through its own vision system (including cameras), radar system (including lidar, millimeter-wave radar, etc.), ultrasonic sensors, and infrared sensors. At this time, the controller controls the cover 120 to move to the open position to welcome the robot 20. The controller can be the vehicle 10's Zone Control Unit (ZCU). When vehicle 10 detects that robot 20 has reached the first predetermined position, the monitoring signal is sent to ZCU through a data bus or other transmission method. ZCU sends a control command to control the cover 120 of robot storage device 100 to move to the open position to welcome robot 20.

[0095] Alternatively, the robot 20 and the vehicle 10 can be interconnected via a vehicle-to-vehicle system. When the robot 20 moves to the first predetermined position, it sends a positioning signal to the vehicle 10. The ZCU of the vehicle 10 controls the cover 120 to move to the open position to welcome the robot 20 based on the received signal.

[0096] Alternatively, control can be achieved by sending signals from the user. For example, when the robot 20 moves to the first predetermined position, the user sends instructions through devices such as a mobile APP, the driving information and entertainment host (Digital Cockpit Head Unit, abbreviated as DHU) of the vehicle 10. The ZCU controls the cover 120 to move to the open position to welcome the robot 20 according to the received instruction signal.

[0097] When the robot 20 reaches the second predetermined position, the ZCU controls the cover 120 to move to the closed position, which can realize the storage of the robot 20 in the receiving cavity 111.

[0098] Optionally, a position sensing device (proximity switch, etc.) and / or a weight sensing device can be provided on the cover 120. When the robot 20 reaches the second predetermined position on the cover 120, the position sensing device sends an arrival signal, or the weight sensing device senses a preset weight, that is, it is determined that the robot 20 is in place. Then, the ZCU controls the cover 120 to move to the closed position to store the robot 20.

[0099] Optionally, when the robot 20 reaches the second predetermined position on the cover 120, the robot 20 sends an arrival signal to the vehicle, and the ZCU of the vehicle 10 controls the cover 120 to move to the closed position according to the received signal to store the robot 20.

[0100] Optionally, when the robot 20 moves to the first predetermined position, the user sends a command through a mobile APP, DHU or other devices. The ZCU controls the cover 120 to move to the closed position according to the received command signal, so as to store the robot 20.

[0101] Please see Figure 11 In some embodiments, the robot 20 is a robot dog. When the robot dog approaches the vehicle 10 and recognizes the vehicle 10, it moves to position A. Then, the robot dog adjusts its posture and crouches down to position B (i.e., the first predetermined position). At this time, after the vehicle 10 senses that the robot dog is in place, the cover 120 opens. Then, the robot dog crawls forward to position C (the second predetermined position) and lies on the cover 120. After the vehicle 10 senses that the robot dog is in place again, it controls the cover 120 to automatically close and lock. The robot dog is automatically retracted. After the vehicle senses that the retraction is complete, it can start driving.

[0102] In some embodiments, the control method further includes: in response to a release command, the controller controls the cover 120 to move to an open position; after the robot 20 leaves the cover 120, the controller controls the cover 120 to move to a closed position.

[0103] Optionally, when a user needs to release the robot 20, they can issue a release command via a mobile app, the vehicle 10's driving information and entertainment host (Digital Cockpit Head Unit, or DHU), etc. The ZCU, based on the received command signal, controls the cover 120 to move to the open position, releasing the robot 20. After the robot 20 leaves the cover 120, the user can send a close command, and the ZCU, based on the received command signal, controls the cover 120 to move to the closed position.

[0104] Optionally, robot 20 sends a release command to vehicle 10 according to its own program settings. ZCU, based on the received command signal, controls the cover 120 to move to the open position, releasing robot 20. After robot 20 leaves cover 120, it sends a closing command. ZCU, based on the received command signal, controls cover 120 to move to the closed position.

[0105] Optionally, after the robot 20 leaves the cover 120, the position sensing device and / or weight sensing device on the cover 120 sends a signal, and the ZCU receives the signal and controls the cover 120 to move to the closed position.

[0106] The control scheme for specific scenarios is as follows:

[0107] (1)Scenario 1, opening / closing of cover 120: opening / closing cover 120 via mobile APP or vehicle soft switch, while viewing the status of electric suction lock 150;

[0108] Implementation path of the software system solution:

[0109] Path ① Mobile APP → TSP (Cloud Telematics Service Provider) → T-box (Vehicle Telematics BOX) → ZCU (Zone Control Unit) to control the opening or closing of cover 120;

[0110] Path ② DHU (Digital Cockpit Head Unit) → ZCU control cover 120 to open or close.

[0111] (2) Scenario 2, Driving / Leaving the vehicle prompts: ① When preparing to drive, that is, when the vehicle 10 is in forward or reverse gear (gear shift from P to D / R / S / L), if the cover 120 is in the open position, a multimedia pop-up window will be displayed to prompt the user to promptly detect the status of the cover 120; ② When locking the vehicle, if the cover 120 is in the open position, the hazard lights will flash and / or the mobile APP will display a message to prompt the user to promptly detect the status of the cover 120.

[0112] (3)Scenario 3, Robot 20 gets on the vehicle with one click: The user sends the command to get on the vehicle via the mobile APP. Robot 20 finds the vehicle 10 based on the received vehicle location information.

[0113] Implementation path of the software system solution:

[0114] Mobile App → TSP Cloud (issues boarding command and location information) → Robot 20's 4G module;

[0115] (4)Scenario 4, Robot 20 locates Robot Storage Device 100: After Robot 20 finds Vehicle 10 through location information, Robot 20 identifies the location of Robot Storage Device 100 through its built-in camera (multi-angle image recognition training of Robot Storage Device 100 and Vehicle 10 is required).

[0116] Implementation path of the software system solution: Robot 20 image recognition training.

[0117] (5)Scenario 5, Robot 20 gets on the vehicle: crawls into the cover 120, and the robot 20 uses the camera to identify whether it has crawled into place.

[0118] Implementation path of the software system solution: Robot 20 image recognition training.

[0119] (6)Scenario 6, Robot 20 gets in the car by voice: The user tells Robot 20 to get in the car by voice. Robot 20 follows the user and identifies the location of vehicle 10 through the camera on the one hand and obtains the location information of vehicle 10 through the cloud on the other hand.

[0120] The implementation path of the software system solution is as follows: Location information acquisition: 4G module of robot 20 → TSP cloud → 4G module of robot 20.

[0121] (7)Scenario 7, Robot 20 battery check: Check the battery level of Robot 20 through the vehicle system or mobile APP;

[0122] System Solution: ① Mobile APP → TSP (Cloud) → Robot 20 4G Module to obtain Robot 20 battery level; ② DHU vehicle system → T-box (Vehicle) → TSP (Cloud) → Robot 20 4G Module to obtain Robot 20 battery level.

[0123] (8) Scene 8, wireless charging: After the robot 20 gets on the vehicle, the cover 120 closes and wireless charging is turned on (wireless charging distance 0-15cm, power 7.5-18W).

[0124] System solution: Wireless charging equipment needs to be added to both the vehicle end and the robot end 20, namely the charging component 192 mentioned above.

[0125] The aforementioned vehicle 10 and its robot storage device 100 can automatically store / release the robot 20, and are interconnected with the vehicle's infotainment system to expand the robot 20's range of motion. This eliminates the need for manual operation by the user, providing a better user experience. Furthermore, it can make full use of the vehicle's external space, without affecting the use inside the vehicle, while also better protecting the robot 20.

[0126] In the above embodiments, the descriptions of each embodiment have different focuses. For parts not described in detail in a certain embodiment, please refer to the relevant descriptions in other embodiments.

[0127] The robot storage device and vehicle provided in the embodiments of this application have been described in detail above, and specific examples have been used to illustrate the principles and implementation methods of this application. The description of the above embodiments is only for the purpose of helping to understand the technical solutions and core ideas of this application. Those skilled in the art should understand that they can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features; and these modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application.

Claims

1. A robot storage device, characterized in that, include: The box body (110) has a receiving cavity (111) and a bottom opening (112) communicating with the receiving cavity (111), and the box body (110) is used to connect the vehicle body (200); A cover (120) is provided at the bottom opening (112) and is used to support the robot (20); A drive unit (130) is connected to the housing (110) and the cover (120) respectively. The drive unit (130) is used to drive the cover (120) to move between a closed position and an open position relative to the housing (110). In the closed position, the cover (120) seals the bottom opening (112), and in the open position, the cover (120) opens the bottom opening (112).

2. The robot storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The robot storage device (100) also includes: A first connector (140) is provided, through which the cover (120) is connected to the box (110); The drive member (130) is used to drive the cover (120) to rotate relative to the box (110) to move between the closed position and the open position.

3. The robot storage device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The cover (120) includes: The first connector (140) is connected to the connecting end (121) and the supporting end (122) are arranged opposite to each other, and the supporting end (122) is set to support the ground in the open position.

4. The robot storage device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The distance between the connecting end (121) and the supporting end (122) corresponds to the length dimension L1 of the cover (120), and the length dimension of the box (110) is L2, satisfying: L1≥L2.

5. The robot storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The robot storage device (100) also includes: An electric suction lock (150) and a latch (160), one of which is disposed on the housing (110) and the other is disposed on the cover (120); When the cover (120) is in the closed position, the electric suction lock (150) and the latch (160) are connected to lock the cover (120) in the closed position.

6. The robot storage device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The robot storage device (100) also includes: A control element (170) is used to control the connection and separation of the electric suction lock (150) and the latch (160).

7. The robot storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The robot storage device (100) also includes: A sealing element (180) is disposed at the bottom opening (112); when the cover (120) is in the closed position, the sealing element (180) seals the box (110) and the cover (120).

8. The robot storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The robot storage device (100) also includes: A second connector (190) is disposed on the housing (110) and is used to connect the vehicle body (200).

9. The robot storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The robot storage device (100) also includes: A charging component (192) is disposed within the receiving cavity (111) and is used to charge the robot (20).

10. The robot storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The robot storage device (100) also includes: A buffer (194) is disposed within the receiving cavity (111) for covering at least a portion of the robot (20) when the robot (20) is located within the receiving cavity (111).

11. The robot storage device according to any one of claims 1 to 10, characterized in that, The housing (110) is also provided with a first wire hole (196) communicating with the receiving cavity (111), through which the wire harness (198) of the robot storage device (100) is passed.

12. A vehicle, characterized in that, include: The body (200), and, The robot storage device (100) as described in any one of claims 1 to 11 is connected to the vehicle body (200).

13. The vehicle according to claim 12, characterized in that, The vehicle body (200) includes: The rear floor (210) is located below the rear floor (210) and connected to the rear floor (210). The housing (110) of the robot storage device (100) is located below the rear floor (210).

14. The vehicle according to claim 13, characterized in that, The vehicle body (200) also includes: A reinforcing member (220) is provided on the rear floor (210); The third connector (230) connects the housing (110), the rear floor (210), and the reinforcement (220).

15. The vehicle according to claim 13, characterized in that, The rear floor (210) is provided with a second wire hole (211), through which the wire harness (198) of the robot storage device (100) passes.

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