Safe operation device for helicopter

By designing a safety operating device consisting of a fan-shaped base plate, swing linkage, seat, and support frame structure, the safety hazards of personnel position adjustment during helicopter operations have been solved, resulting in improved stability and comfort, and enhanced operational efficiency and safety.

CN223822003UActive Publication Date: 2026-01-23中国人民解放军71901部队保障部
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Application Number
CN202520309498.3
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-02-25
Publication Date
2026-01-23
Estimated Expiration
2035-02-25

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Technical Problem

In existing helicopter operations, there are significant safety hazards when operators adjust their positions while in flight, especially when using heavy machine guns or conducting aerial photography, as safety ropes cannot guarantee safety throughout the entire process.

Method used

A safety work device was designed, comprising a fan-shaped base plate, a swing linkage, a seat, a support frame, and an arc-shaped guide rail. Through a five-point safety belt and a movable seat, combined with a foot pedal seat and a placement seat, it provides a stable working space and a comfortable foot position, reducing the risk of shaking and falling.

Benefits of technology

It significantly improves the safety and stability of helicopter operations, reduces the labor intensity of operators, increases operational efficiency and comfort, provides a diverse range of operating platforms, and enhances the applicability and practicality of the equipment.

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Abstract

According to the safe operation device for the helicopter, by designing the structure comprising the fan-shaped bottom plate, the swing connecting rod, the seat, the supporting frame and the arc-shaped guide rail, the seat can stably move along the arc-shaped guide rail, it is ensured that an operator can stably sit by means of a five-point type safety belt, and the risks of shaking and falling of the operator in the flying process are effectively avoided; and the safety and the stability of helicopter operation are obviously improved. Meanwhile, the design of the pedal seat and the first pedal plate and the second pedal plate which are arranged at different distances provides a comfortable pedal position for an operator, and meanwhile, the operator can conveniently adjust the position of the seat and the body posture of the operator through the pedal plates, so that the operation efficiency and the comfort degree are further improved; and the placing seat is used for placing an appliance for helicopter operation, so that a worker on the seat can conveniently adjust the angle position together, and meanwhile, the load-bearing labor intensity of the worker can also be reduced.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of helicopter auxiliary operation devices, specifically a safety operation device for helicopters. Background Technology

[0002] As one of the most distinctive creations of 20th-century aviation technology, helicopters have greatly expanded the application range of aircraft. They are typical dual-use products, applicable to a wide range of fields including military, transportation, patrol, tourism, and rescue. For example, in military operations requiring fire coverage or suppression, helicopters are typically used to carry heavy machine guns. The user is secured to the helicopter door with a safety rope to prevent falling. The user needs to adjust their position within the helicopter to change the firing angle while in flight, posing a significant safety hazard. Similarly, during aerial photography, with the door open, the photographer operates a handheld camera, again requiring adjustments to their position within the helicopter to change the shooting angle. For photographers without flying experience, a single safety rope is insufficient to ensure safety throughout the entire filming process. Therefore, a helicopter auxiliary device is urgently needed to improve the safety of these helicopter operations. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide a safety operating device for helicopters, which effectively improves the safety of helicopter operations through a movable seat and its safety belt, and solves the problems in the prior art.

[0004] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve its technical problem is as follows: a safety operating device for helicopters, including a fan-shaped base plate, a swingable connecting rod installed on the fan-shaped base plate, one end of the connecting rod being hinged to the axis of the fan-shaped base plate, and a seat installed on the other end of the connecting rod. The lower part of the seat is provided with a support frame, and an arc-shaped guide rail that cooperates with the support frame is provided on the fan-shaped base plate. The seat can move along the length direction of the arc-shaped guide rail. A five-point safety belt is also provided on the seat. Footrests are provided on both sides of the fan-shaped base plate of the connecting rod. A first footrest plate and a second footrest plate are provided on the outer side of each footrest plate. The distance between the first footrest plate and the central axis of the fan-shaped base plate is less than the distance between the second footrest plate and the central axis of the fan-shaped base plate. A placement seat is also installed on the fan-shaped base plate, and the placement seat is located on the upper side of the connecting rod. The support frame has a horizontally arranged first guide wheel and a vertically arranged second guide wheel installed at its bottom. A through groove is provided on the outer side of the arc-shaped guide rail to allow the guide wheel shaft to pass through. The first guide wheel fits between the two sides of the arc-shaped guide rail, and the second guide wheel fits between the upper and lower bottom surfaces of the arc-shaped guide rail. A diagonal brace connects the support frame and the seat. The bottom of the footrest has a folded plate with a countersunk hole. A threaded hole that mates with the countersunk hole is provided on the fan-shaped base plate. Connecting bolts are installed in the threaded hole and the countersunk hole. A clearance groove is provided on the lower side of the footrest, located at the bottom of the first footrest plate. A rubber pad is installed in the clearance groove, allowing the connecting rod to swing back and forth between the rubber pads on both sides of the footrest. The placement seat is located above the hinged position of the connecting rod. A telescopic arm is installed on the placement seat, and a slewing bearing is installed on the end of the telescopic arm away from the placement seat. A top plate is provided on the upper part of the slewing bearing. The pedal seat is arranged in an arc shape. The first pedal plate and the second pedal plate are both installed on the outer arc surface of the pedal seat. The first pedal plate and the second pedal plate are both inclined towards the central axis of the fan-shaped base plate. The interval between the first pedal plate and the second pedal plate is 40-80cm.

[0005] The positive effects of this utility model are as follows: The helicopter safety operation device described herein, through its structure including a fan-shaped base plate, a swing linkage, a seat, a support frame, and an arc-shaped guide rail, allows the seat to move smoothly along the arc-shaped guide rail. The five-point safety harness ensures the operator is firmly seated, effectively avoiding the risk of swaying and falling during flight, significantly improving the safety and stability of helicopter operations. Simultaneously, the footrests and the design of first and second footrests at different distances provide a comfortable foot position for the operator, and also facilitate adjustment of the seat position and their own body posture via the footrests, further improving work efficiency and comfort. The placement of helicopter operation tools on the seat allows for adjustment of angle and position together with the operator on the seat, while also reducing the operator's physical labor intensity. Attached Figure Description

[0006] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;

[0007] Figure 2 This is a side view of the present invention;

[0008] Figure 3 yes Figure 2 Top view;

[0009] Figure 4 yes Figure 3 An enlarged view of the sectional view along the AA direction;

[0010] Figure 5 yes Figure 3 An enlarged view of the BB-axis sectional view;

[0011] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the foot pedal seat;

[0012] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the usage state of this utility model. Detailed Implementation

[0013] The present invention provides a safety operation device for helicopters, such as... Figure 1-3 As shown, it includes a fan-shaped base plate 1, which can be fixedly installed inside the helicopter cabin. A swingable connecting rod 2 is installed on the fan-shaped base plate 1. One end of the connecting rod 2 is hinged to the axis of the fan-shaped base plate 1, and a seat 3 is installed on the other end of the connecting rod 2.

[0014] The seat 3 has a support frame 4 at its lower part, and an arc-shaped guide rail 5 that cooperates with the support frame 4 is provided on the fan-shaped base plate 1. The seat 3 can move along the length of the arc-shaped guide rail 5, and a five-point safety harness 6 is also provided on the seat 3. The seat 3 provides a relatively stable working space for the operator, and the five-point safety harness 6 effectively avoids the risk of shaking and falling during flight, significantly improving the safety and stability of helicopter operations. Guided by the arc-shaped guide rail 5 and supported and driven by the connecting rod 2, the operator can adjust the position of the seat 3 relative to the arc-shaped guide rail 5 while sitting on the seat 3.

[0015] Footrests 7 are provided on the fan-shaped base plates 1 on both sides of the connecting rod 2. A first footrest plate 8 and a second footrest plate 9 are provided on the outer side of each footrest plate 7. The distance between the first footrest plate 8 and the central axis of the fan-shaped base plate 1 is less than the distance between the second footrest plate 9 and the central axis of the fan-shaped base plate 1. The footrests 7 provide a comfortable foot position for the operator. Furthermore, depending on the position of the seat 3, the operator can adaptively select the footrest to step on. The reaction force from forcefully stepping on the footrest plate achieves the reverse adjustment of the seat 3, thus facilitating the adjustment of body posture during operation.

[0016] To reduce the workload of operators, a mounting base 10 is installed on the fan-shaped base plate 1. The mounting base 10 is located on the upper side of the connecting rod 2. The mounting base 10 can be used to mount working tools such as machine guns or cameras. When the operator is on the seat 3, the working tools on the mounting base 10 can be adjusted as needed to facilitate subsequent normal helicopter operations. During installation, positioning holes can be made at corresponding positions on the fan-shaped base plate 1 according to the actual fixing bolt positions of different helicopter models, so as to fix the entire device to the ground of the aircraft body with bolts or other fasteners, thereby improving the applicability of the device.

[0017] Furthermore, such as Figure 4 As shown, the bottom of the support frame 4 is equipped with a horizontally arranged first guide wheel 11 and a vertically arranged second guide wheel 12. The outer side of the arc-shaped guide rail 5 is provided with a through groove that allows the guide wheel shaft to enter and exit. The first guide wheel 11 is fitted between the two sides of the arc-shaped guide rail 5, and the second guide wheel 12 is fitted between the upper and lower bottom surfaces of the arc-shaped guide rail 5. An inclined brace 21 is also connected between the support frame 4 and the seat 3.

[0018] By cooperating with the first guide wheel 11 and the second guide wheel 12 installed on the support frame 4 and the arc-shaped guide rail 5, the seat 3 can move smoothly on the arc-shaped guide rail 5, reducing frictional resistance and improving movement efficiency. At the same time, the addition of the diagonal brace 21 enhances the stability of the seat 3 structure and ensures safety during operation.

[0019] Furthermore, to facilitate the stable installation of the foot pedal seat 7 on the sector-shaped base plate 1, such as... Figure 5 As shown, the bottom of the foot pedal seat 7 is provided with a folding plate 13, on which a countersunk hole 14 is formed. The fan-shaped base plate 1 is provided with a threaded hole that mates with the countersunk hole 14. A connecting bolt 15 is installed in the threaded hole and the countersunk hole 14. The foot pedal seat 7 is fixedly connected to the fan-shaped base plate 1 through the folding plate 13, the countersunk hole 14 and the connecting bolt 15. This installation method is not only simple and reliable, but also easy to disassemble and maintain, improving the practicality and flexibility of the device.

[0020] Furthermore, in order to increase the swing range of seat 3 and avoid interference from the footrests 7 on both sides of the swing of linkage 2, such as... Figure 6 As shown, a clearance groove 16 is provided on the lower side of the pedal seat 7. The clearance groove 16 is located at the bottom of the first pedal plate 8. A rubber pad 17 is also installed in the clearance groove 16. The connecting rod 2 can swing back and forth between the rubber pads 17 on both sides of the pedal seat 7.

[0021] The avoidance groove 16 and rubber pad 17 on the lower side of the pedal seat 7 effectively prevent direct collision between the connecting rod 2 and the pedal seat 7 when the connecting rod 2 swings, reducing noise and wear. At the same time, the rubber pad 17 also plays a buffering role, further protecting the service life of the connecting rod 2 and the pedal seat 7.

[0022] Furthermore, the placement seat 10 is located on the upper side of the hinge position of the connecting rod 2. In order to facilitate the installation of different types of work tools, a telescopic arm 18 is installed on the placement seat 10. A slewing bearing 19 is installed on the end of the telescopic arm 18 away from the placement seat 10. A top plate 20 is provided on the upper part of the slewing bearing 19.

[0023] The top plate 20 can be provided with screw holes to facilitate the installation of work tools on it as an mounting platform. Rotational adjustment between the top plate and the mounting base 10 is achieved via the slewing bearing 19, and length adjustment between the top plate and the mounting base 10 is achieved via the telescopic arm 18. This allows workers to adjust their own and their tools' posture to achieve the optimal working angle. This structure provides workers with an additional working platform and support points, facilitating the mounting or placement of work tools and equipment, further expanding the functionality and practicality of the device, and providing workers with more operational options and flexibility.

[0024] Furthermore, the foot pedal seat 7 is arranged in an arc shape, and the first foot pedal plate 8 and the second foot pedal plate 9 are both installed on the outer arc surface of the foot pedal seat 7. The first foot pedal plate 8 and the second foot pedal plate 9 are both inclined towards the central axis of the fan-shaped base plate 1, and the interval between the first foot pedal plate 8 and the second foot pedal plate 9 is 40-80cm.

[0025] In summary, the helicopter safety operation device of this utility model has the advantages of reasonable structure, safety and reliability, multiple functions and simple operation. It can effectively improve the safety and efficiency of helicopter operations and has broad application prospects and practical value.

[0026] The technical solution of this utility model is not limited to the scope of the embodiments described herein. All technical contents not described in detail herein are publicly known technologies.

Claims

1. A safety operating device for helicopters, characterized in that: The system includes a fan-shaped base plate (1), on which a swingable connecting rod (2) is mounted. One end of the connecting rod (2) is hinged to the axis of the fan-shaped base plate (1), and the other end of the connecting rod (2) is fitted with a seat (3). The lower part of the seat (3) is provided with a support frame (4). An arc-shaped guide rail (5) that cooperates with the support frame (4) is provided on the fan-shaped base plate (1). The seat (3) can move along the length of the arc-shaped guide rail (5). The seat (3) also has... A five-point safety belt (6) is provided. Foot pedal seats (7) are provided on the fan-shaped base plates (1) on both sides of the connecting rod (2). A first foot pedal plate (8) and a second foot pedal plate (9) are provided on the outer side of each foot pedal seat (7). The distance between the first foot pedal plate (8) and the central axis of the fan-shaped base plate (1) is less than the distance between the second foot pedal plate (9) and the central axis of the fan-shaped base plate (1). A placement seat (10) is also installed on the fan-shaped base plate (1). The placement seat (10) is located on the upper side of the connecting rod (2).

2. The safety operation device for helicopters according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the support frame (4) is equipped with a horizontally arranged first guide wheel (11) and a vertically arranged second guide wheel (12). The outer side of the arc-shaped guide rail (5) is provided with a through groove that allows the guide wheel shaft to enter and exit. The first guide wheel (11) is fitted between the two sides of the arc-shaped guide rail (5), and the second guide wheel (12) is fitted between the upper and lower bottom surfaces of the arc-shaped guide rail (5). An inclined brace (21) is also connected between the support frame (4) and the seat (3).

3. A safety operation device for helicopters according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the foot pedal seat (7) is provided with a folding plate (13), and a countersunk hole (14) is provided on the folding plate (13). A threaded hole that matches the countersunk hole (14) is provided on the fan-shaped base plate (1). A connecting bolt (15) is installed in the threaded hole and the countersunk hole (14).

4. A safety operating device for helicopters according to claim 1, characterized in that: The lower side of the pedal seat (7) is provided with a relief groove (16), which is located at the bottom of the first pedal plate (8). A rubber pad (17) is also installed in the relief groove (16), and the connecting rod (2) can swing back and forth between the rubber pads (17) of the two pedal seats (7).

5. A safety operating device for helicopters according to claim 1, characterized in that: The placement seat (10) is located above the hinge position of the connecting rod (2). A telescopic arm (18) is installed on the placement seat (10). A slewing bearing (19) is installed on the end of the telescopic arm (18) away from the placement seat (10). A top plate (20) is provided on the upper part of the slewing bearing (19).

6. A safety operating device for helicopters according to claim 1, characterized in that: The pedal seat (7) is arranged in an arc shape. The first pedal plate (8) and the second pedal plate (9) are both installed on the outer arc surface of the pedal seat (7). The first pedal plate (8) and the second pedal plate (9) are both inclined towards the central axis of the fan-shaped base plate (1). The interval between the first pedal plate (8) and the second pedal plate (9) is 40-80cm.