Small-size double-light type photoelectric pod
By using magnetic adsorption and rubber ring shock absorption design, the problems of unstable threaded nail fixation and tangled power lines in the photoelectric pod were solved, achieving a stable connection of the pod body and dispersing of power lines, thus improving the reliability of the equipment.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-07-21
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-03
AI Technical Summary
The existing optoelectronic pods are not securely fixed with threaded pins during use, and the power cord is prone to tangling and unstable connection, which affects the use of the equipment.
It adopts a magnetic adsorption structure and a rubber ring shock absorption design, combined with hexagonal blocks to disperse the power cord, and uses sliding blocks and rubber-coated binding wire to prevent tangling, to achieve quick disassembly and stable connection.
By using magnetic adsorption for fixation and rubber rings for shock absorption, the main body of the pod is ensured to be firmly fixed during flight, avoiding power cord entanglement and improving the stability and reliability of the equipment.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of optoelectronic pod technology, specifically a small-volume dual-beam optoelectronic pod. Background Technology
[0002] During reconnaissance and strike missions, drones need to carry various optoelectronic payloads, such as visible light cameras, infrared thermal imagers, and laser rangefinders. These devices are all mounted on optoelectronic pods. When the detection carrier reaches the set position, the orientation of the internal optoelectronic devices is controlled by rotating the motors inside the optoelectronic pod, thereby enabling the reconnaissance or detection of the target.
[0003] For example, the small-volume dual-beam photoelectric pod disclosed in publication number "CN222876295U" adopts an integrated design, which solves the problem of large size of traditional photoelectric pods. The components inside the pod's spherical shell are stably fixed by corresponding support frames, resulting in high integration and convenient assembly. At the same time, it effectively increases the overall structural strength. However, the following problems still exist in the use of this equipment:
[0004] During use, the device is connected to the pod body at the bottom via threaded pins. The drone will generate small and continuous vibrations during flight, and the threaded pin connection is prone to falling off, which will affect the use of the pod body. Secondly, the pod body needs to be connected to multiple power cords during use. If the power cord sockets are too close together, the power cords will become tangled and the connection will be unstable, which may cause accidental detachment. Utility Model Content
[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide a small-volume dual-light type photoelectric pod. Using this device, the problems of unstable screw fixing, multiple power lines being tangled, and unstable connection in existing photoelectric pods are solved.
[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a small-volume dual-light optoelectronic pod, including a connecting cover plate, a transfer mechanism disposed below the connecting cover plate, a mounting block disposed below the transfer mechanism, a robotic arm connected below the mounting block, a pod body connected to the center of the robotic arm, a dual-lens mechanism disposed at the center of the pod body, an auxiliary block connected above the center of the mounting block, a rubber ring disposed above the auxiliary block, silicone protrusions disposed on the outer side of the rubber ring, and a first magnet connected above the center of the auxiliary block.
[0007] Preferably, the adapter mechanism includes an adapter block, an adapter dock, a power socket, rubber-coated ties, and a sliding block. A connecting cover plate is connected to the top of the adapter block, and a second magnet is connected to the bottom of the adapter block. The adapter block connects the top connecting cover plate to the bottom mounting block.
[0008] Preferably, a hexagonal adapter dock is connected to the center of the top of the adapter block. Each side of the adapter dock has a power socket at its center. The adapter dock and the adapter block are installed as a single unit. The power sockets are separated by the adapter dock, reducing the probability of wire tangling.
[0009] Preferably, sliding blocks are symmetrically distributed below the rubber-coated binding wire. The sliding blocks and the adapter block are connected by a sliding connection. An anti-slip layer is provided at the connection between the sliding blocks and the adapter block. The sliding blocks and the rubber-coated binding wire cooperate to form a U-shaped groove, thereby preventing the connecting wire from getting tangled.
[0010] Preferably, the mounting block is integrated with the drive mechanism at the center of the robotic arm, the diameter of the mounting block is the same as the diameter of the adapter block, and three auxiliary blocks are evenly distributed on the top of the mounting block. The mounting block and the auxiliary blocks cooperate to perform quick alignment and splicing.
[0011] Preferably, the auxiliary block has a double groove at its center, both grooves being cylindrical structures, with the top groove being larger than the bottom groove. The grooves facilitate shock absorption and splicing, making subsequent work easier.
[0012] Preferably, the rubber ring has a ring structure and is located in the top groove. Multiple silicone bumps are evenly and equidistantly distributed at the connection between the rubber ring and the auxiliary block. The rubber ring and the silicone bumps work together to provide double shock absorption and prevent the first magnet from accidentally falling off due to vibration.
[0013] Preferably, the first magnet is located at the center of the auxiliary block, and the first magnet and the second magnet are in an adsorption structure. A power line is connected above the second magnet, and the strong and weak adsorption is fixed by the electromagnetic attraction structure to ensure quick disassembly and maintenance.
[0014] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:
[0015] 1. Utilizing electromagnetic attraction for rapid adsorption, fixation, and disassembly, with dual buffering to ensure the pod body is firmly secured: The first and second magnets enable rapid weak adsorption, facilitating the quick assembly and installation of the mounting blocks and adapter blocks. During flight, power is applied to switch to strong adsorption, ensuring a secure fixation. Rubber rings and silicone bumps are also included for shock absorption and cushioning, ensuring stable adsorption.
[0016] 2. By setting up a hexagonal cage-like structure, the connecting wires are dispersed to prevent tangling: A hexagonal block is set in the center of the adapter block, so that the connecting wires can be inserted from six different directions to prevent tangling. A sliding block and rubber-coated binding wire are set to form a U-shaped groove for three-sided fixation. The sliding block itself is a movable structure to adapt to different types of connecting wires and prevent the connecting wires from falling off. Attached Figure Description
[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall three-dimensional structure of this utility model;
[0018] Figure 2 This is an exploded three-dimensional structural diagram of the transfer mechanism of this utility model;
[0019] Figure 3 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the adapter mechanism of this utility model;
[0020] Figure 4 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the mounting block of this utility model.
[0021] In the diagram: 1. Connecting cover plate; 2. Adapter mechanism; 201. Adapter block; 202. Adapter dock; 203. Power socket; 204. Rubber-coated binding wire; 205. Sliding block; 3. Dual-lens mechanism; 4. Robotic arm; 5. Pod body; 6. Mounting block; 7. Auxiliary block; 8. Rubber ring; 9. First magnet; 10. Silicone protrusion; 11. Second magnet. 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 of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.
[0023] To further understand the content of this utility model, a detailed description of this utility model will be provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.
[0024] Combination Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 and Figure 4A small-volume dual-light optoelectronic pod includes a connecting cover plate 1, a transfer mechanism 2 below the connecting cover plate 1, a mounting block 6 below the transfer mechanism 2, a robotic arm 4 connected below the mounting block 6, a pod body 5 connected to the center of the robotic arm 4, a dual-lens mechanism 3 at the center of the pod body 5, an auxiliary block 7 connected above the center of the mounting block 6, a rubber ring 8 above the auxiliary block 7, silicone protrusions 10 on the outer side of the rubber ring 8, and a first magnet 9 connected above the center of the auxiliary block 7.
[0025] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the embodiments.
[0026] Example 1:
[0027] Please see Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 The adapter mechanism 2 includes an adapter block 201, an adapter dock 202, a power socket 203, a rubber-coated tie wire 204, and a sliding block 205. A connecting cover plate 1 is connected to the top of the adapter block 201, and a second magnet 11 is connected to the bottom of the adapter block 201. The top connecting cover plate 1 and the bottom mounting block 6 are connected through the adapter block 201.
[0028] Please see Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 Each side of the adapter dock 202 has a power socket 203 at its center. The adapter dock 202 and the adapter block 201 are installed as a whole. The power socket 203 is separated by the adapter dock 202 to reduce the probability of wire tangling. Sliding blocks 205 are symmetrically distributed below the rubber-coated binding wire 204. The sliding block 205 and the adapter block 201 are connected by a sliding connection. An anti-slip layer is provided at the connection between the sliding block 205 and the adapter block 201. The sliding block 205 and the rubber-coated binding wire 204 cooperate to form a U-shaped slot, thereby preventing the connecting wire from tangling.
[0029] Please see Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 4 The mounting block 6 and the central drive mechanism of the robotic arm 4 are integrated. The diameter of the mounting block 6 is the same as that of the adapter block 201. Three auxiliary blocks 7 are evenly distributed on the top of the mounting block 6. The mounting block 6 and the auxiliary blocks 7 cooperate to perform quick alignment and splicing. The center of the auxiliary block 7 is provided with a double groove, and both grooves are cylindrical structures. The top groove is larger than the bottom groove. The grooves are used for shock absorption and splicing, which facilitates subsequent work.
[0030] Please see Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 4The rubber ring 8 has a ring structure and is located in the top groove. Multiple silicone protrusions 10 are evenly distributed at the connection between the rubber ring 8 and the auxiliary block 7. The rubber ring 8 and the silicone protrusions 10 cooperate to perform double shock absorption and prevent the first magnet 9 from accidentally falling off due to vibration. The first magnet 9 is located at the center of the auxiliary block 7. The first magnet 9 and the second magnet 11 have an adsorption structure. A power cord is connected above the second magnet 11. The strong and weak adsorption is fixed by the electromagnetic attraction structure to ensure quick disassembly and maintenance.
[0031] Working principle: First, when using the drone, pass the power cord through the hole in the top connecting cover 1 and into the interior of the adapter block 201. Then, insert the plug of the connecting wire through the sliding block 205 into the interior of the power socket 203. At this time, the connecting wire is between the sliding blocks 205. Then, grasp the center of the rubber-coated cable tie 204 and pull it outward, so that the sliding block 205 is squeezed towards the center of the power cord. Then, twist the rubber-coated cable tie 204 to completely tighten the sliding blocks 205 on both sides. Then, fix multiple plugs in the same way to prevent the connecting wires from getting tangled.
[0032] As described above, when it is necessary to install the pod body 5 and the adapter block 201, align the second magnet 11 below the adapter block 201 with the auxiliary block 7 inside the mounting block 6, and push the pod body 5 and the mounting block 6 so that the first magnet 9 is inserted into the interior of the second magnet 11. At this time, the second magnet 11 and the first magnet 9 are in a weak attraction state, ensuring that the pod body 5 can still be disassembled by force. During flight, the second magnet 11 is energized and in a strong attraction state, preventing the pod body 5 from falling off. The vibration generated by the drone's flight and the high-altitude airflow is damped and buffered by the rubber ring 8. The silicone protrusions 10 limit the rubber ring 8 to prevent its deformation, so that the rubber ring 8 always maintains the damping effect.
[0033] It should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such process, method, article, or apparatus.
[0034] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.
Claims
1. A small volume dual-optical pod comprising a connecting cover plate, characterized in that: The lower part of the connecting cover plate is provided with an adapter mechanism, the lower part of the adapter mechanism is provided with a mounting block, the lower part of the mounting block is connected with a mechanical arm, the center of the mechanical arm is connected with a pod body, the center of the pod body is provided with a double-lens mechanism, the upper part of the center of the mounting block is also connected with an auxiliary block, the upper part of the auxiliary block is provided with a rubber ring, the outer side of the rubber ring is provided with a silica gel convex point, and the center of the auxiliary block is connected with a first magnet.
2. The small volume dual-optical pod of claim 1, wherein: The adapter mechanism comprises an adapter block, an adapter dock, a power socket, a rubber-wrapped wire and a sliding block, the upper part of the adapter block is connected with a connecting cover plate, and the lower part of the adapter block is connected with a second magnet.
3. A small volume dual-optical pod according to claim 2, wherein: The upper center of the adapter block is connected with a hexagonal adapter dock, the center of each face of the adapter dock corresponds to a power socket, and the adapter dock is integrally installed with the adapter block.
4. The small volume dual-optical pod of claim 3, wherein: The lower part of the rubber-wrapped wire is symmetrically provided with a sliding block, the sliding block is connected with the adapter block in a sliding manner, and an anti-skid layer is arranged at the connection between the sliding block and the adapter block.
5. The small volume dual-optical pod of claim 2, wherein: The center of the mounting block and the driving mechanism of the mechanical arm are integrally installed, the diameter of the mounting block is consistent with the diameter of the adapter block, and the upper part of the mounting block is uniformly and equidistantly provided with three auxiliary blocks.
6. The small footprint dual-optical pod of claim 1, wherein: The center of the auxiliary block is provided with double grooves, the double grooves are cylindrical structures, and the top groove is larger than the bottom groove.
7. The small footprint dual-optical pod of claim 1, wherein: The rubber ring is in a ring structure, the rubber ring is located in the top groove, and a plurality of silica gel convex points are uniformly and equidistantly distributed at the connection between the rubber ring and the auxiliary block.
8. The small footprint dual-optical pod of claim 1, wherein: The first magnet is located in the center of the auxiliary block, the first magnet and the second magnet are in an adsorption structure, and the upper part of the second magnet is connected with a power line.
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Small-size double-light type photoelectric pod
CN222876295U