Unmanned aerial vehicle inspection equipment with adjusting function

By introducing a transmission gear system and buffer components into the drone inspection equipment, the problem of drones being unable to pass through narrow areas has been solved, enabling width adjustment and improving equipment stability, expanding the scope of application and extending service life.

CN223972754UActive Publication Date: 2026-03-06SICHUAN XINCHUAN FENGYUE TECH CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202520377736.4
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-03-05
Publication Date
2026-03-06
Estimated Expiration
2035-03-05

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Technical Problem

Existing drone inspection equipment cannot pass through narrow areas, and the lack of adjustment components makes it impossible to complete inspection tasks.

Method used

An adjustable drone inspection device was designed. The adjustable wing width is achieved through a combination of transmission gears, fixed gears and driven gears. It is also equipped with a buffer assembly consisting of foot support rods, buffer cylinders and springs to enhance the stability and durability of the device.

Benefits of technology

This technology enables adjustable drone width, enhancing flexibility and stability, expanding applicability, reducing safety hazards, and extending equipment lifespan.

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Abstract

The utility model belongs to the technical field of unmanned aerial vehicle inspection, and particularly relates to unmanned aerial vehicle inspection equipment with an adjusting function, which comprises a bottom plate, and the bottom of the bottom plate is fixedly connected with a camera block; a motor box is fixedly connected to the top of the bottom plate, and a transmission rod is arranged at the output end of the motor box; the two ends of the transmission rod are fixedly connected with screw rods respectively; the top of the bottom plate is fixedly connected with a connecting rod; wings are rotationally connected to the side walls of the multiple connecting rods correspondingly, driven gears are fixedly connected to the tops of two wings, fixed gears are fixedly connected to the tops of the other two wings, and transmission gears are fixedly connected to the tops of the fixed gears; the transmission gear, the fixed gear and the driven gear are arranged to conduct power, corresponding rotation of the wings is achieved, then the width of the unmanned aerial vehicle can be adjusted, the flexibility of the unmanned aerial vehicle inspection equipment is enhanced, and the application range of the unmanned aerial vehicle inspection equipment is expanded.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of drone inspection technology, specifically a drone inspection device with adjustment function. Background Technology

[0002] Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) are unmanned aircraft controlled by radio remote control equipment and their own program control devices, or operated autonomously by an onboard computer, either completely or intermittently. Currently, UAVs are used in fields such as aerial photography, agriculture, plant protection, miniature selfies, express delivery, and disaster relief, greatly expanding the uses of UAVs. Inspection UAVs are one type of UAV.

[0003] With the advancement of technology, the variety of drones on the market has become increasingly diverse, and various types of drone inspection equipment are becoming more and more popular. However, when drone inspection is applied to a specific area, if the drone equipment itself lacks the corresponding adjustment components, it will cause the drone to be unable to pass through relatively narrow areas, ultimately making it impossible to complete the drone inspection work.

[0004] Therefore, this utility model provides a drone inspection device with adjustment function. Utility Model Content

[0005] In order to overcome the shortcomings of the prior art, at least one technical problem raised in the background art is solved.

[0006] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve its technical problem is as follows: A drone inspection device with adjustable function, comprising a base plate, a camera block fixedly connected to the bottom of the base plate; a motor housing fixedly connected to the top of the base plate, and a transmission rod provided at the output end of the motor housing; screws fixedly connected to both ends of the transmission rod, with the two screws arranged correspondingly; a connecting rod fixedly connected to the top of the base plate, with multiple connecting rods arranged correspondingly; wings rotatably connected to the side walls of the multiple connecting rods, wherein driven gears are fixedly connected to the top of two wings, and fixed gears are fixedly connected to the top of the other two wings, with transmission gears fixedly connected to the top of the fixed gears; the fixed gears mesh with the driven gears; the transmission gears mesh with the screws; this step, by setting transmission gears, fixed gears, and driven gears to transmit power, realizes the corresponding rotation of multiple wings, thereby realizing the adjustable width of the drone, enhancing the flexibility of the drone inspection device, and facilitating the expansion of the applicable range of the drone inspection device.

[0007] Preferably, a foot support rod is fixedly connected to the side wall of the base plate, and multiple foot support rods are arranged in a corresponding manner; a buffer cylinder is fixedly connected to the bottom of the foot support rod; a foot pad is slidably connected to the bottom of the buffer cylinder, and a spring is fixedly connected to the top of the foot pad; the end of the spring away from the foot pad is fixedly connected to the inner side wall of the buffer cylinder; this step provides support for the UAV inspection equipment by setting foot support rods, and provides buffering for the UAV inspection equipment by setting a buffer assembly composed of buffer cylinder, foot pad, and spring, which helps to enhance the stability and durability of the equipment and reduce safety hazards.

[0008] Preferably, a second limiting block is fixed to the side wall of the base plate, and multiple second limiting blocks are arranged corresponding to the position of the wing; a support block is fixed to the side wall of the multiple second limiting blocks, and the top of the support block contacts the bottom of the wing; this step enhances the stability and durability of the UAV inspection equipment by setting the second limiting block to position the wing and by setting the support block to provide support for the bottom of the wing, reduces safety hazards, and helps to extend the service life of the equipment.

[0009] Preferably, a first limiting block is fixed to the sidewall of the plurality of wings, and the plurality of first limiting blocks are arranged in a corresponding manner; this step avoids collision between the plurality of wings by setting the first limiting blocks, thereby protecting the structure of the UAV, improving the stability of the device, reducing safety hazards, and helping to extend its service life.

[0010] Preferably, buffer sleeves are provided on the sidewalls of the plurality of first limiting blocks, and the buffer sleeves are configured to correspond to the size of the first limiting blocks; the buffer sleeves are made of rubber; this step protects the first limiting blocks by setting buffer sleeves, and at the same time, the rubber material of the buffer sleeves makes the contact between components tighter, which helps to avoid stress concentration and damage, and enhances the structural stability of the device.

[0011] Preferably, a counterweight is fixed to the bottom of the base plate, and the counterweight is positioned corresponding to the camera block. This step maintains the stability of the center of gravity of the UAV inspection equipment by setting the counterweight, thereby enhancing the stability of the equipment and helping to reduce the occurrence of UAV flight instability.

[0012] Preferably, a top cover is fixed to the top of the base plate, and the top cover is sized to correspond to the base plate; the end of the screw away from the motor housing is rotatably connected to the side wall of the top cover; this step protects the internal components of the equipment by setting the top cover, while also enhancing the structural integrity and stability of the equipment, which helps to extend its service life.

[0013] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0014] 1. The UAV inspection equipment with adjustable function described in this utility model transmits power by setting transmission gears, fixed gears, and driven gears, realizing the corresponding rotation of multiple wings, thereby realizing the width adjustment of the UAV, enhancing the flexibility of the UAV inspection equipment, and helping to expand the application range of the UAV inspection equipment.

[0015] 2. The UAV inspection equipment with adjustable function described in this utility model provides support for the UAV inspection equipment by setting foot support rods, and provides cushioning for the UAV inspection equipment by setting a buffer assembly composed of buffer cylinders, foot pads and springs, which helps to enhance the stability and durability of the equipment and reduce safety hazards. Attached Figure Description

[0016] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0017] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the present invention;

[0018] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the base plate in this utility model;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the wing structure in this utility model;

[0020] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the support rod in this utility model.

[0021] In the diagram: 1. Base plate; 2. Camera block; 3. Top cover; 4. Motor housing; 5. Transmission rod; 6. Screw; 7. Transmission gear; 8. Fixed gear; 9. Driven gear; 10. Wing; 11. First limiting block; 12. Buffer sleeve; 13. Connecting rod; 14. Second limiting block; 15. Support block; 16. Foot support rod; 17. Buffer cylinder; 18. Foot pad; 19. Spring; 20. Counterweight. Detailed Implementation

[0022] 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 skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0023] Specific implementation examples are given below.

[0024] like Figures 1 to 3As shown, an embodiment of this utility model discloses a drone inspection device with an adjustable function, comprising a base plate 1, a camera block 2 fixedly connected to the bottom of the base plate 1; a motor housing 4 fixedly connected to the top of the base plate 1, and a transmission rod 5 provided at the output end of the motor housing 4; screws 6 fixedly connected to both ends of the transmission rod 5, and the two screws 6 are arranged correspondingly; a connecting rod 13 fixedly connected to the top of the base plate 1, and multiple connecting rods 13 are arranged correspondingly; wings 10 are rotatably connected to the side walls of the multiple connecting rods 13, wherein driven gears 9 are fixedly connected to the top of two wings 10, and fixed gears 8 are fixedly connected to the top of the other two wings 10, and transmission gears 7 are fixedly connected to the top of the fixed gears 8; the fixed gears 8 and driven gears 9 are meshed; the transmission gears 7 and screws 6 are meshed; during operation, the user can drive the motor housing 4 to rotate the transmission rod 5, and with the rotation of the transmission rod 5, the two screws fixedly connected to both ends of the transmission rod 5 and arranged correspondingly... The screw 6 will rotate synchronously. Since the two transmission gears 7 are meshed with the screw 6, the two transmission gears 7 will rotate accordingly under the action of the screw 6. At this time, the fixed gear 8 fixed to the bottom of the transmission gear 7 will rotate simultaneously, and transmit power to the driven gear 9 through its meshing relationship with the driven gear 9. The user can continuously drive the motor box 4 until the two sets of corresponding wings 10 rotate towards each other, thereby reducing the width of the drone and enabling the drone to pass through relatively narrow areas. The camera block 2 serves as a camera, the base plate 1 serves to support the other components, and the connecting rod 13 serves to fix the wings 10 and their connected components. This step, by setting the transmission gears 7, fixed gears 8, and driven gears 9 to transmit power, realizes the corresponding rotation of multiple wings 10, thereby realizing the adjustable width of the drone, enhancing the flexibility of the drone inspection equipment, and helping to expand the application range of the drone inspection equipment.

[0025] like Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 4 As shown, a foot support rod 16 is fixedly connected to the side wall of the base plate 1, and multiple foot support rods 16 are arranged in a corresponding manner; a buffer cylinder 17 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the foot support rod 16; a foot pad 18 is slidably connected to the bottom of the buffer cylinder 17, and a spring 19 is fixedly connected to the top of the foot pad 18; the end of the spring 19 away from the foot pad 18 is fixedly connected to the inner side wall of the buffer cylinder 17; during operation, whenever the UAV inspection equipment lands, multiple corresponding foot support rods 16 will provide support for the equipment, wherein the foot pad 18 slidably connected to the bottom of the buffer cylinder 17 will first contact the ground, and multiple foot pads 18 can cooperate with each other and provide cushioning for the UAV inspection equipment by compressing the spring 19; this step, by setting the foot support rod 16 to provide support for the UAV inspection equipment, and by setting the buffer assembly composed of the buffer cylinder 17, foot pad 18, and spring 19 to provide cushioning for the UAV inspection equipment, is conducive to enhancing the stability and durability of the equipment and reducing safety hazards.

[0026] like Figure 3 As shown, a second limiting block 14 is fixedly connected to the side wall of the base plate 1, and multiple second limiting blocks 14 are arranged corresponding to the positions of the wings 10; a support block 15 is fixedly connected to the side wall of the multiple second limiting blocks 14, and the top of the support block 15 contacts the bottom of the wing 10; during operation, after the UAV inspection equipment passes through a narrow area, the multiple second limiting blocks 14 fixed to the side wall of the base plate 1 can limit the range of motion of the wings 10 by contact; when the multiple wings 10 rotate to the predetermined position, the second limiting blocks 14 can release their own weight. Multiple wings 10 stop rotating. Among them, the support block 15 fixed to the side wall of the second limiting block 14 is in contact with the bottom of the wing 10. Whenever the drone lands, the support block 15 can provide bottom support for the wing 10, thereby reducing the possibility of the wing 10 breaking. This step enhances the stability and durability of the drone inspection equipment by setting the second limiting block 14 to position the wing 10 and setting the support block 15 to provide support for the bottom of the wing 10, reduces safety hazards, and helps to extend the service life of the equipment.

[0027] like Figure 3 As shown, multiple first limiting blocks 11 are fixedly connected to the side walls of multiple wings 10, and the multiple first limiting blocks 11 are arranged correspondingly. During operation, whenever the user reduces the width of the UAV inspection equipment, the first limiting blocks 11 fixed to the side walls of each wing 10 will make corresponding contact, thereby maintaining the spacing between the corresponding wings 10. This step avoids collisions between multiple wings 10 by setting the first limiting blocks 11, thereby protecting the UAV structure, improving the stability of the equipment, reducing safety hazards, and helping to extend its service life.

[0028] like Figure 3 As shown, buffer sleeves 12 are provided on the side walls of multiple first limiting blocks 11, and the size of the buffer sleeves 12 corresponds to that of the first limiting blocks 11. The buffer sleeves 12 are made of rubber. During operation, whenever the corresponding first limiting blocks 11 come into contact, the buffer sleeves 12 fitted on the side walls of the multiple first limiting blocks 11 will make contact first. Since the buffer sleeves 12 are made of rubber, they can make the contact between each other more tightly by deforming under force. This step protects the first limiting blocks 11 by setting the buffer sleeves 12, and at the same time, the rubber material of the buffer sleeves 12 makes the contact between components more tightly, which helps to avoid stress concentration and damage, and enhances the structural stability of the equipment.

[0029] like Figure 1As shown, a counterweight 20 is fixed to the bottom of the base plate 1, and the counterweight 20 is positioned corresponding to the camera block 2. During operation, since the camera block 2 is fixed to a non-central position at the bottom of the base plate 1, the counterweight 20, which is positioned corresponding to the camera block 2, can be spliced ​​together to maintain the stability of the drone inspection equipment's center of gravity. This step, by setting the counterweight 20 to maintain the stability of the drone inspection equipment's center of gravity, enhances the stability of the equipment and helps reduce the occurrence of drone flight instability.

[0030] like Figure 1 As shown, a top cover 3 is fixedly connected to the top of the base plate 1, and the top cover 3 is sized to correspond to the base plate 1. The end of the screw 6 away from the motor housing 4 is rotatably connected to the side wall of the top cover 3. During operation, the protective structure composed of the base plate 1 and the top cover 3 can protect the internal components. Since the end of the screw 6 away from the motor housing 4 is rotatably connected to the inner side wall of the top cover 3, the rotation of the screw 6 can be more stable. This step protects the internal components of the equipment by setting the top cover 3, while also enhancing the structural integrity of the equipment, increasing its stability, and helping to extend its service life.

[0031] During operation, the user can drive the motor housing 4 to rotate the transmission rod 5. As the transmission rod 5 rotates, the two screws 6, fixed to both ends of the transmission rod 5 and corresponding to each other, will rotate synchronously. Since the two transmission gears 7 are meshed with the screws 6, they will rotate accordingly under the action of the screws 6. At this time, the fixed gear 8, fixed to the bottom of the transmission gear 7, rotates simultaneously and transmits power to the driven gear 9 through its meshing with the driven gear 9. The user can continue to drive the motor housing 4 until the two corresponding wings 10 rotate towards each other, thus reducing the width of the drone. This allows the drone to pass through relatively narrow areas. The camera block 2 serves as the camera, the base plate 1 supports the other components, and the connecting rod 13 secures the wing 10 and its connected components. Whenever the drone inspection equipment lands, multiple corresponding foot supports 16 provide support. The foot pads 18, slidably connected to the bottom of the buffer cylinder 17, are the first to contact the ground. These foot pads 18 cooperate with each other and, through the compression of the springs 19, provide cushioning for the drone inspection equipment. After passing through narrow areas, multiple second limiters fixed to the sidewalls of the base plate 1... The second limiting block 14 can restrict the range of motion of the wings 10 through contact. When multiple wings 10 rotate to a predetermined position, the second limiting block 14 can stop the rotation of multiple wings 10 by itself. The support block 15 fixed to the side wall of the second limiting block 14 has a contact relationship with the bottom of the wings 10. Whenever the drone lands, the support block 15 can provide bottom support for the wings 10, thereby reducing the possibility of wing breakage. Whenever the user reduces the width of the drone inspection equipment, the first limiting block 11 fixed to the side wall of each wing 10 will make corresponding contact, thereby maintaining the spacing between the corresponding wings 10. When the first limiting block 11 comes into contact, the buffer sleeves 12 fitted on the side walls of the multiple first limiting blocks 11 will come into contact first. Since the buffer sleeves 12 are made of rubber, they can make the contact between each other more tightly by deforming under force. Since the camera block 2 is fixed to the non-center position at the bottom of the base plate 1, the counterweight block 20, which is set in a corresponding position to the camera block 2, can be spliced ​​together to keep the center of gravity of the UAV inspection equipment stable. The protective structure composed of the base plate 1 and the top cover 3 can protect the internal components. Since the end of the screw 6 away from the motor box 4 is rotatably connected to the inner side wall of the top cover 3, the rotation of the screw 6 can be more stable.

[0032] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of this utility model. Those skilled in the art should understand that this utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. The embodiments and descriptions in the specification are merely illustrative of the principles of this utility model. Various changes and modifications can be made to this utility model without departing from its spirit and scope, and all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of the claimed utility model. The scope of protection of this utility model is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. An unmanned aerial vehicle inspection device with adjustment function, comprising a bottom plate (1), characterized in that: The bottom of the bottom plate (1) is fixedly connected with a camera block (2); the top of the bottom plate (1) is fixedly connected with a motor box (4), and the output end of the motor box (4) is provided with a transmission rod (5); the two ends of the transmission rod (5) are fixedly connected with screw rods (6) respectively, and the two screw rods (6) are correspondingly arranged; the top of the bottom plate (1) is fixedly connected with connecting rods (13), and a plurality of the connecting rods (13) are correspondingly arranged; the side walls of the plurality of connecting rods (13) are respectively rotationally connected with airfoils (10), wherein the top of two airfoils (10) is fixedly connected with a driven gear (9), the top of the other two airfoils (10) is fixedly connected with a fixed gear (8), and the top of the fixed gear (8) is fixedly connected with a transmission gear (7); the fixed gear (8) and the driven gear (9) are in meshing relationship; the transmission gear (7) and the screw rod (6) are in meshing relationship. 2.The unmanned aerial vehicle inspection equipment with adjustment function according to claim 1, wherein: The side wall of the bottom plate (1) is fixedly connected with a foot support rod (16), and a plurality of the foot support rods (16) are correspondingly arranged; the bottom of the foot support rod (16) is fixedly connected with a buffer cylinder (17); the bottom of the buffer cylinder (17) is slidingly connected with a foot pad (18), and the top of the foot pad (18) is fixedly connected with a spring (19); the end of the spring (19) away from the foot pad (18) is fixedly connected to the inner side wall of the buffer cylinder (17). 3.The unmanned aerial vehicle inspection equipment with adjustment function according to claim 2, characterized in that: The side wall of the bottom plate (1) is fixedly connected with a second limiting block (14), and a plurality of the second limiting blocks (14) are arranged corresponding to the positions of the airfoils (10); the side wall of the plurality of second limiting blocks (14) is fixedly connected with a supporting block (15), and the top of the supporting block (15) contacts the bottom of the airfoil (10).

4. The unmanned aerial vehicle inspection device with adjustment function according to claim 3, characterized in that: The side wall of the plurality of airfoils (10) is fixedly connected with a first limiting block (11), and a plurality of the first limiting blocks (11) are correspondingly arranged.

5. The unmanned aerial vehicle inspection device with adjustment function according to claim 4, characterized in that: The side wall of the plurality of first limiting blocks (11) is provided with a buffer sleeve (12), and the buffer sleeve (12) is arranged corresponding to the size of the first limiting block (11); the buffer sleeve (12) is made of rubber material.

6. The unmanned aerial vehicle inspection device with adjustment function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the bottom plate (1) is fixedly connected with a counterweight block (20), and the counterweight block (20) is arranged corresponding to the position of the camera block (2).

7. The unmanned aerial vehicle inspection device with adjustment function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top of the bottom plate (1) is fixedly connected with a top cover (3), and the top cover (3) is arranged corresponding to the size of the bottom plate (1); the end of the screw rod (6) away from the motor box (4) is rotationally connected to the side wall of the top cover (3).