High-speed target drone formation launching control device

Abstract

The utility model discloses a high-speed target drone formation launching control device which comprises a ground operation station module, an intelligent launching controller module, a target drone flight controller module and a data link networking communication module. The ground operation station module is used for realizing man-machine interaction, receiving the launching state of the target drone and displaying the launching state in real time; the intelligent launch controller module is used for acquiring Beijing time and a target drone system state in real time, and performing subsequent operation according to the target drone system state; the target aircraft flight controller module is used for acquiring the state of a target aircraft system, detecting the state of the target aircraft system and sending the state of the target aircraft system to the intelligent launch controller in a wireless communication mode through an airborne data link; and the data link networking communication module is used for providing wireless communication for the ground operation station, the intelligent launch controller and the target aircraft flight controller and carrying out data transmission interaction. According to the method, the target drones are launched autonomously and sequentially according to the set logic and process, the problem that the target drones are launched inaccurately is solved, and the data transmission efficiency is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of unmanned target drone control technology, and in particular to a high-speed target drone formation launch control device. Background Technology

[0002] Target drones are unmanned aerial vehicles specifically designed and manufactured for military use. They can be pre-programmed with flight paths and maneuver patterns and used in military exercises or weapons tests to simulate enemy aircraft, missiles, and other hypothetical aerial targets. This provides a realistic target environment for military training, weapons testing, and combat effectiveness assessment, and they belong to the category of military unmanned aerial vehicles. Multiple target drones flying in formation can create multi-batch, multi-target, multi-directional, and multi-situational system-on-system combat environments, playing a crucial role in battlefield assessment, military reconnaissance, decoy deception, communications relay, electronic warfare, and target engagement.

[0003] Currently, during boosted takeoff, the target drone is ignited and launched manually via DC power supply. Specifically, the target drone and booster are mounted on the launch pad, and the launch site is staffed with personnel performing pre-flight checks, wire tests, booster resistance tests, and booster ignition. Under the thrust of the booster, the target drone completes the takeoff and launch process.

[0004] However, in existing technologies, target drones suffer from inaccurate launch timing and low data transmission efficiency when launched in formation. Utility Model Content

[0005] This invention provides a high-speed target drone formation launch control device to solve the technical problems of inaccurate target drone launch and low data transmission efficiency in the prior art.

[0006] To address the aforementioned problems, this invention provides a high-speed target drone formation launch control device, comprising: a ground operation station module, an intelligent launch controller module, a target drone flight controller module, and a data link networking communication module. The ground operation station module enables human-machine interaction and receives and displays the target drone launch status in real time. The intelligent launch controller module acquires Beijing time and the target drone system status in real time and performs subsequent operations based on the target drone system status. The target drone flight controller module acquires the target drone system status, detects the target drone system status, and transmits it wirelessly to the intelligent launch controller via an airborne data link. The data link networking communication module provides wireless communication for the ground operation station, the intelligent launch controller, and the target drone flight controller, enabling data transmission and interaction.

[0007] In one possible implementation, the intelligent launch controller module includes: an intelligent launch controller, a booster, and a target drone; the intelligent launch controller is used to acquire Beijing time and target drone system status in real time, and determine whether the target drone is in a launch-ready state based on the programmed launch sequence table, current Beijing time, target drone system status, and booster resistance detection criteria; the booster thrust is used to propel the target drone to complete takeoff and launch when the target drone is in a launch-ready state.

[0008] In one possible implementation, the target drone system state includes engine state, integrated navigation state, and flight parameter state.

[0009] In one possible implementation, the engine state includes engine speed, throttle ratio, and engine voltage.

[0010] In one possible implementation, the combined navigation states include pitch angle, roll angle, latitude and longitude, altitude, and flight speed.

[0011] In one possible implementation, the flight parameter states include pull-up altitude, flight path, and flight mode.

[0012] In one possible implementation, the data link networking communication module includes: a ground data link, an airborne data link, and a launch controller data link; the ground data link is used to upload control parameters from the ground operator station to the intelligent launch controller; the airborne data link is used to send the target drone system status obtained by the target drone flight controller to the intelligent launch controller; and the launch controller data link is used to acquire the control parameters uploaded by the ground operator station.

[0013] The high-speed target drone formation launch control device provided by this utility model has the following advantages:

[0014] The ground control station module enables human-machine interaction, receives and displays the target drone's launch status in real time; the intelligent launch controller module obtains Beijing time and target drone system status in real time, and performs subsequent operations based on the target drone system status; the target drone flight controller module obtains the target drone system status, detects the target drone system status, and can then autonomously launch the target drone sequentially according to the set logic and process, solving the problem of inaccurate target drone launches; the data link networking communication module provides wireless communication for the ground control station, intelligent launch controller, and target drone flight controller, enabling data transmission and interaction without manual data transmission, thus improving data transmission efficiency. Attached Figure Description

[0015] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0016] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a high-speed target drone formation launch control device provided for an embodiment of this utility model. Detailed Implementation

[0017] 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.

[0018] like Figure 1 As shown in the figure, this utility model embodiment provides a high-speed target drone formation launch control device, including: a ground operation station module, an intelligent launch controller module, a target drone flight controller module, and a data link network communication module; the ground operation station module is used to realize human-machine interaction and to receive and display the target drone launch status in real time; the intelligent launch controller module is used to obtain Beijing time and target drone system status in real time, and to perform subsequent operations based on the target drone system status; the target drone flight controller module is used to obtain the target drone system status, detect the target drone system status, and transmit it to the intelligent launch controller wirelessly via an airborne data link; the data link network communication module is used to provide wireless communication for the ground operation station, intelligent launch controller, and target drone flight controller for data transmission and interaction.

[0019] Specifically, the ground control station module is the primary medium for human-machine interaction. It can upload and bind preset control parameters (such as the formation launch sequence table, backup plan sequence table, and target drone launch unlock command) to the intelligent launch controller based on operator commands. It can also perform real-time telemetry display of the target drone launch status. The ground control station transmits the preset control parameters to the intelligent launch controller wirelessly via a ground data link, based on the operator commands. Simultaneously, the ground control station can also receive and display the target drone launch status in real-time via the ground data link.

[0020] Furthermore, the main functional module of the ground operation station module is the aircraft operation control station. This module can provide a good human-machine interface to control the flight of the unmanned target drone, including a command console, flight parameter display, UAV trajectory display, and an optional payload video display. Therefore, control parameters can be preset, and the launch status of the target drone can be displayed in real time.

[0021] In addition, the central processing unit is also one of the main functional modules of the ground operations station module. This module can process real-time data, display and process data, confirm mission planning and upload it to the UAV, process electronic maps, distribute data, perform pre-flight analysis, and perform system diagnostics. Therefore, this module can control the ground operations station to send preset control parameters to the intelligent launch controller via wireless communication through the ground data link according to the operation instructions. It can also receive the target drone's launch status wirelessly through the ground data link and display it in real time through the aircraft's operation control station.

[0022] Figure 1 Mesh networking, or "mesh network," allows each node to communicate with other nodes, forming a multi-hop network topology. Traditional wireless networks rely on a central node for signal transmission and coverage, while nodes in a mesh network can collaborate to automatically find the optimal transmission path, ensuring network stability and speed.

[0023] In an exemplary embodiment, the intelligent launch controller module includes: an intelligent launch controller, a booster, and a target drone; the intelligent launch controller is used to acquire Beijing time and target drone system status in real time, and determine whether the target drone is in a launchable state based on the programmed launch sequence table, the current Beijing time, the target drone system status, and the booster resistance detection criteria; the booster thrust is used to propel the target drone to complete takeoff and launch when the target drone is in a launchable state.

[0024] Specifically, if the target drone is in a launch-ready state, the intelligent launch controller autonomously controls the booster ignition. After ignition, the booster generates forward thrust, which propels the target drone to take off and launch. If the target drone is currently in a non-launchable state, the intelligent launch controller checks the backup target drone system status according to the pre-programmed backup plan sequence list and autonomously controls the backup target drone booster ignition to complete the backup target drone's takeoff and launch.

[0025] In this embodiment, the autonomous control principle of the intelligent launch controller is a conventional technology in the field, mainly based on sensor technology, data analysis and processing capabilities, and decision-making mechanisms. The specific principle of the intelligent launch controller is as follows: The intelligent launch controller collects environmental data (such as temperature, pressure, speed, position, etc.) through built-in sensors. After these data are processed by the internal processor, they are compared with the expected output set by the user to calculate the control deviation. Then, it performs calculations according to a pre-designed control algorithm (such as conventional PID control algorithm, fuzzy control algorithm, neural network control algorithm, and adaptive control algorithm in the field), and finally converts the calculation results into control signals that the controlled object can receive, thereby achieving precise control of the equipment. For example, it can autonomously control the booster ignition, determine whether the target drone is in a launchable state, obtain Beijing time and target drone system status in real time, and detect the status of the backup target drone system according to the bound backup scheme sequence list.

[0026] The target drone system status includes engine status, integrated navigation status, and flight parameter status.

[0027] Furthermore, the engine status includes engine speed, throttle ratio, and engine voltage; the integrated navigation status includes pitch angle, roll angle, latitude and longitude, altitude, and flight speed; and the flight parameter status includes pull-up altitude, flight path, and flight mode.

[0028] In an exemplary embodiment, the data link networking communication module includes: a ground data link, an airborne data link, and a launch controller data link; the ground data link is used to upload control parameters from the ground operator station to the intelligent launch controller; the airborne data link is used to send the target drone system status acquired by the target drone flight controller to the intelligent launch controller; and the launch controller data link is used to acquire the control parameters uploaded by the ground operator station. This embodiment can be referenced in patent publication CN113608467A, "An Implementation Device for an Airborne Task Manager for Unmanned Aerial Vehicles," and patent publication CN112187597A, "A Vehicle-Mounted Ground-End Data Link Based on FlexRay Bus."

[0029] This embodiment of the invention enables human-machine interaction through a ground control station module, which receives and displays the target drone's launch status in real time. The intelligent launch controller module acquires Beijing time and the target drone's system status in real time and performs subsequent operations based on this status. The target drone flight controller module acquires and monitors the system status, allowing for autonomous sequential launches according to pre-defined logic and procedures, thus solving the problem of inaccurate launch timing. A data link networking communication module provides wireless communication between the ground control station, intelligent launch controller, and target drone flight controller, enabling data transmission and interaction without manual intervention, thereby improving data transmission efficiency.

[0030] Although preferred embodiments of the present invention have been described, those skilled in the art, upon learning the basic inventive concept, can make other changes and modifications to these embodiments. Therefore, the appended claims are intended to be interpreted as including the preferred embodiments as well as all changes and modifications falling within the scope of the present invention.

[0031] Obviously, those skilled in the art can make various modifications and variations to this utility model without departing from its spirit and scope. Therefore, if these modifications and variations fall within the scope of the claims of this utility model and their equivalents, this utility model also intends to include these modifications and variations.

Claims

1. A high-speed target drone formation launch control device, characterized in that, include: Ground control station module, intelligent launch controller module, target drone flight controller module, and data link networking communication module; The ground operation station module is used to realize human-machine interaction and to receive and display the target drone launch status in real time; The intelligent launch controller module is used to obtain Beijing time and target system status in real time, and to perform subsequent operations based on the target system status. The target drone flight controller module is used to acquire the target drone system status, detect the target drone system status, and transmit it to the intelligent launch controller via airborne data link in a wireless communication manner. The data link networking communication module is used to provide wireless communication for the ground operation station, intelligent launch controller, and target drone flight controller, and to conduct data transmission and interaction.

2. The high-speed target drone formation launch control device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The intelligent launch controller module includes: an intelligent launch controller, a booster, and a target drone; The intelligent launch controller is used to obtain Beijing time and target drone system status in real time, and to determine whether the target drone is in a launch-ready state based on the installed launch sequence table, current Beijing time, target drone system status and booster resistance detection criteria. The booster thrust is used to propel the target drone to take off and launch when the target drone is in a launchable state.

3. The high-speed target drone formation launch control device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The target drone system status includes engine status, integrated navigation status, and flight parameter status.

4. The high-speed target drone formation launch control device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The engine status includes engine speed, throttle ratio, and engine voltage.

5. The high-speed target drone formation launch control device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The integrated navigation status includes pitch angle, roll angle, latitude and longitude, altitude, and flight speed.

6. A high-speed target drone formation launch control device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The flight parameter status includes takeoff altitude, flight path, and flight mode.

7. The high-speed target drone formation launch control device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The data link networking communication module includes: a ground data link, an airborne data link, and a launch controller data link; The ground data link is used to upload the control parameters of the ground operation station to the intelligent generator controller. The airborne data link is used to send the target drone system status acquired by the target drone flight controller to the intelligent launch controller; The launch controller data link is used to obtain control parameters uploaded by the ground operation station.

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