Outdoor unmanned aerial vehicle charging station with windproof protection structure

Abstract

The utility model discloses an outdoor unmanned aerial vehicle charging station with a windproof protection structure, which comprises two groups of connecting frames arranged outdoors, a mounting plate fixedly mounted between the two groups of connecting frames, four groups of butt joint plates fixedly mounted on the upper surface of the mounting plate, and a covering mechanism rotationally mounted between each group of opposite butt joint plates, an annular groove is formed in the upper surface of the connecting frame, an unmanned aerial vehicle charging mechanism is slidably installed in the annular groove, and the unmanned aerial vehicle charging mechanism can be covered by the covering mechanism in an overturning mode. Through the design of the unmanned aerial vehicle charging mechanism, the unmanned aerial vehicle only needs to land on the parking disc in the process of charging the unmanned aerial vehicle outdoors, the parking disc can slide down by means of the self weight of the unmanned aerial vehicle, electrical connection of a first electrode plate and a second electrode plate is achieved, a charging circuit does not need to be connected through manual operation, and the charging efficiency is improved. And the automation degree of charging is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of drone charging technology, specifically an outdoor drone charging station with a windproof protection structure. Background Technology

[0002] Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), also known as drones, are unmanned aircraft controlled by radio remote control equipment and their own program control devices, or operated autonomously, either completely or intermittently, by an onboard computer. Currently, small UAVs are widely used, such as for video recording and exploring confined spaces. Small UAVs are primarily battery-powered; when the battery is depleted, it needs to be recharged to ensure the UAV can continue operating normally.

[0003] Patent CN222473938U discloses an integrated charging station for drones, relating to the field of drone charging technology. This integrated charging station includes: side beams, an inner support plate, a vertical plate, a charging power supply, and a battery. Two side beams are provided, parallel to each other, with reinforcing rods at both ends between them. The inner support plate is fixedly connected at both ends between the two side beams, and is located between the reinforcing rods at both ends. The vertical plate is fixedly connected to the upper surface of one of the reinforcing rods. Integrating the charging power supply, battery, and other structures onto the inner support plate provides good overall integrity and allows for drone charging even outdoors without mains power. The vertical plate provides stable support for the charging interface, maintaining stability at the connection point when the charging interface is connected to the drone's charging port. The inner support plate also supports the drone, preventing it from being placed directly on the ground.

[0004] However, the aforementioned integrated charging station for drones does not automatically connect to the drone for charging after the drone is docked. Instead, the charging interface needs to be manually connected to the drone's charging port. Furthermore, it cannot provide wind protection or protection for the drone during the charging process. In outdoor environments, wind is a common influencing factor. When the wind blows, the drone may be blown, shaken, or even blown over, causing the connection between the charging interface and the drone to loosen and affecting the normal charging process. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this utility model is to provide an outdoor drone charging station with a windproof protection structure to solve the problem mentioned in the background art that after the drone is docked, it cannot be automatically electrically connected to the drone for charging, but requires manual connection of the charging interface to the drone's charging port, and the drone cannot be protected from wind during the charging process.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0007] An outdoor drone charging station with a windproof protection structure includes: two sets of connecting frames located outdoors, an installation plate fixedly installed between the two sets of connecting frames, four sets of docking plates fixedly installed on the upper surface of the installation plate, and a covering mechanism rotatably installed between each set of opposite docking plates, an annular groove opened on the upper surface of the connecting frame, a drone charging mechanism slidably installed in the annular groove, and the drone charging mechanism can be flipped and covered by the covering mechanism.

[0008] Preferably, both sets of connecting frames are filled with multiple sets of lithium batteries, which are electrically connected to the solar panels, and the solar panels are laid on the upper surface of the connecting frames.

[0009] Preferably, the covering mechanism includes two sets of transparent covers, which are rotatably mounted between each pair of opposing docking plates. One set of transparent covers is fixedly connected to the output shaft of a motor, and the motor is fixedly mounted on the upper surface of the connecting frame and electrically connected to a lithium battery.

[0010] Preferably, gears are fixedly installed at both ends of the inner side of the two sets of transparent covers, and the two sets of adjacent gears mesh with each other, so that the two sets of transparent covers can be driven to rotate synchronously.

[0011] Preferably, the drone charging mechanism includes a parking plate, on the outer surface of which a guide block is fixedly installed, so that the parking plate can slide in a guide groove opened on the inner wall of the annular groove through the guide block fixedly installed on the outer surface. A transmitting coil is fixedly installed on the lower surface of the parking plate, and both ends of the transmitting coil are electrically connected to a first electrode plate, so that the first electrode plate can be driven by the parking plate to slide down and contact the inner wall of the annular groove and make contact with a second electrode plate. The second electrode plate is embedded and fixedly installed on the inner wall of the annular groove and electrically connected to the lithium battery.

[0012] Preferably, a sliding column is fixedly installed in the guide groove. The sliding column slides through the guide block in a damped manner and a spring is fitted on its outer surface. The upper and lower ends of the spring respectively contact the upper surface of the guide block and the lower surface of the guide groove.

[0013] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0014] 1. Through the design of solar panels, lithium batteries, springs, second electrode plates, covering mechanisms, and drone charging mechanisms, when drones need to be charged, the drone can be controlled to land on the upper surface of the drone charging mechanism. After being pressed down by the weight of the drone, the drone charging mechanism will slide down in the annular groove and make contact with the second electrode plate. The lithium battery can then supply power to the drone charging mechanism through the second electrode plate. After receiving the power supply, the drone charging mechanism will convert the alternating current into an alternating current of a specific frequency. The alternating current generates an alternating magnetic field through the transmitting coil inside the drone charging mechanism, which can wirelessly charge the hovering drone through the internally integrated wireless charging receiving coil. This achieves the goal of charging drones outdoors without manual operation, improving the degree of automation of charging and reducing human intervention.

[0015] During the charging process, the drone can also activate a cover mechanism to flip and cover the outer surface of the drone and the charging mechanism, providing physical protection for the drone and the charging mechanism, preventing dust, debris, rainwater and other contaminants from entering, avoiding damage to the drone and charging equipment, affecting their performance and service life, and effectively protecting the equipment and improving its reliability and stability when used in harsh outdoor environments.

[0016] 2. Through the design of motors, transparent covers, and gears, the motors can be started simultaneously during the charging process to rotate one set of transparent covers. The rotated transparent cover then drives the gears on one end of the other transparent cover to mesh and rotate together. This allows the two sets of transparent covers to rotate together and form a semi-cylindrical cover that covers the outer surface of the drone and the drone charging mechanism. The semi-cylindrical cover formed by the two sets of transparent covers can provide multi-directional protection for the drone and the drone charging mechanism, effectively blocking dust, rain, debris, etc., preventing them from entering the drone and the drone charging mechanism, reducing equipment failure and damage caused by external pollutants, and extending the service life of the equipment.

[0017] 3. Through the design of the landing plate, guide block, transmitting coil, and first electrode plate, when the drone needs to be charged, it can be controlled to land on the upper surface of the landing plate. The weight of the drone presses down on the landing plate, causing the guide block on the outer surface to slide down within the guide groove in the annular groove. During this descent, the guide block presses against the upper end of the spring, which in turn applies an upward thrust to the landing plate. The sliding landing plate then causes the first electrode plate of the transmitting coil on the lower surface to slide down until it contacts and makes contact with the second electrode plate. This allows the lithium battery to supply power to the first electrode plate through the second electrode plate, which in turn supplies power to the transmitting coil and converts the alternating current into an alternating magnetic field. The drone is wirelessly charged via an integrated wireless charging receiver coil, allowing it to land on a charging pad. The pad's weight enables it to slide down, establishing an electrical connection between the first and second electrode plates. This eliminates the need for manual connection of the charging circuit, increasing automation and saving time in scenarios requiring rapid charging of multiple drones. When the drone is ready to take off again after charging, the charging pad is spring-loaded, causing the first electrode plate of the transmitting coil to disconnect from the second electrode plate. This automated charging connection and disconnection significantly reduces the charging turnaround time for each drone. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the outdoor drone charging station with windproof protection structure according to this utility model.

[0019] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the covering mechanism of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the stop plate and the second electrode sheet of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the drone charging mechanism of this utility model.

[0022] In the diagram: 1. Connecting frame; 101. Solar panel; 102. Docking plate; 103. Mounting plate; 104. Lithium battery; 105. Guide groove; 106. Spring; 107. Sliding column; 108. Ring groove; 109. Second electrode plate; 2. Covering mechanism; 201. Motor; 202. Transparent cover; 203. Gear; 3. UAV charging mechanism; 301. Landing plate; 302. Guide block; 303. Transmitting coil; 304. First electrode plate. Detailed Implementation

[0023] 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.

[0024] Please see Figures 1-4 This embodiment provides the following technical solution:

[0025] like Figure 1 As shown, an outdoor drone charging station with a windproof protection structure includes: two sets of connecting frames 1 installed outdoors, an mounting plate 103 fixedly installed between the two sets of connecting frames 1, four sets of docking plates 102 fixedly installed on the upper surface of the mounting plate 103, and a covering mechanism 2 rotatably installed between each set of opposite docking plates 102, an annular groove 108 is opened on the upper surface of the connecting frame 1, a drone charging mechanism 3 is slidably installed in the annular groove 108, the drone charging mechanism 3 can be flipped and covered by the covering mechanism 2, and multiple sets of lithium batteries 104 are filled in both sets of connecting frames 1, the multiple sets of lithium batteries 104 are electrically connected to a solar panel 101, and the solar panel 101 is laid on the upper surface of the connecting frame 1.

[0026] Through the design of solar panel 101, lithium battery 104, spring 106, second electrode plate 109, cover mechanism 2 and drone charging mechanism 3, when the drone needs to be charged, the drone can be controlled to land on the upper surface of drone charging mechanism 3. After being pressed down by the weight of the drone, drone charging mechanism 3 will slide down in annular groove 108 and make contact with second electrode plate 109. The lithium battery 104 can then supply power to drone charging mechanism 3 through second electrode plate 109. After receiving power, drone charging mechanism 3 will convert alternating current into alternating current of a specific frequency. The alternating current generates an alternating magnetic field through transmitting coil 303 inside drone charging mechanism 3, which can wirelessly charge the drone through the internally integrated wireless charging receiving coil. This realizes that no manual operation is required when charging drones outdoors, improving the degree of automation of charging and reducing human intervention.

[0027] During the charging process, the cover mechanism 2 can be activated simultaneously to flip and cover the outer surface of the drone and the drone charging mechanism 3, providing physical protection for the drone and the drone charging mechanism 3, preventing dust, debris, rainwater and other factors from entering, avoiding damage to the drone and charging equipment, affecting their performance and service life, and effectively protecting the equipment when used in harsh outdoor environments, improving the reliability and stability of the equipment.

[0028] like Figure 2 As shown, the covering mechanism 2 includes two sets of transparent covers 202. The two sets of transparent covers 202 are rotatably installed between each pair of opposing docking plates 102. One set of transparent covers 202 is fixedly connected to the output shaft of the motor 201. The motor 201 is fixedly installed on the upper surface of the connecting frame 1 and electrically connected to the lithium battery 104. Gears 203 are fixedly installed at both ends of the inner side of the two sets of transparent covers 202. The two adjacent gears 203 mesh with each other, so that the two sets of transparent covers 202 can be synchronously driven to rotate.

[0029] Through the design of motor 201, transparent cover 202, and gear 203, the motor 201 can be started simultaneously during the charging process of the drone, driving one set of transparent covers 202 to rotate. The rotated transparent cover 202 can then drive the gear 203 on one end of its inner side to mesh with the gear 203 on the inner side of the other set of transparent covers 202, causing them to rotate together. This allows the two sets of transparent covers 202 to rotate together and form a semi-cylindrical cover that covers the outer surface of the drone and the drone charging mechanism 3. The semi-cylindrical cover formed by the two sets of transparent covers 202 can provide enveloping protection for the drone and the drone charging mechanism 3 from multiple directions, effectively blocking dust, rain, debris, etc., preventing them from entering the drone and the drone charging mechanism 3, reducing equipment failure and damage caused by external pollutants, and extending the service life of the equipment.

[0030] like Figures 3-4 As shown, the drone charging mechanism 3 includes a parking plate 301. A guide block 302 is fixedly installed on the outer surface of the parking plate 301, so that the parking plate 301 can slide in the guide groove 105 opened on the inner ring wall of the annular groove 108 through the guide block 302 fixedly installed on the outer surface. A transmitting coil 303 is fixedly installed on the lower surface of the parking plate 301. Both ends of the transmitting coil 303 are electrically connected to a first electrode plate 304, so that the first electrode plate 304 can be charged by the parking plate 301. 01 drives the sliding plate to slide down the inner ring wall of the annular groove 108 and contact the second electrode plate 109. The second electrode plate 109 is embedded and fixedly installed on the inner ring wall of the annular groove 108 and electrically connected to the lithium battery 104. A sliding column 107 is fixedly installed in the guide groove 105. The sliding column 107 slides through the guide block 302 in a damped manner and a spring 106 is fitted on its outer surface. The upper and lower ends of the spring 106 respectively abut against the upper surface of the guide block 302 and the lower inner surface of the guide groove 105.

[0031] Through the design of the landing plate 301, guide block 302, transmitting coil 303, and first electrode plate 304, when the drone needs to be charged, it can be controlled to land on the upper surface of the landing plate 301. The weight of the drone presses down on the landing plate 301, causing the guide block 302 on its outer surface to slide down within the guide groove 105 in the annular groove 108. During this descent, the guide block 302 presses against the upper end of the spring 106, thus applying an upward thrust to the landing plate 301. The sliding landing plate 301 then causes the first electrode plate 304 of the transmitting coil 303 on its lower surface to slide down until it contacts and makes contact with the second electrode plate 109. This allows the lithium battery 104 to supply power to the first electrode plate 304 through the second electrode plate 109, enabling the first electrode plate 304 to power the transmitting coil 303. By supplying power and converting alternating current into an alternating magnetic field, the drone can be wirelessly charged via its integrated wireless charging receiver coil. The drone then lands on the landing pad 301, which, by its own weight, slides down, establishing an electrical connection between the first electrode 304 and the second electrode 109. This eliminates the need for manual connection of the charging lines, increasing the automation of charging. In scenarios where multiple drones require rapid charging, this effectively saves time and improves charging efficiency. When the drone is ready to take off again after charging, the landing pad 301 is propelled by the spring force applied by the spring 106, causing the first electrode 304 of the transmitting coil 303 to disengage from the second electrode 109. This automated charging connection and disconnection method significantly reduces the charging turnaround time for each drone.

[0032] Based on the above technical solution, the working steps of this solution are summarized as follows: When the drone needs to be charged, it can be controlled to land on the upper surface of the landing plate 301. The weight of the drone presses down on the landing plate 301, causing the guide block 302 on its outer surface to slide down within the guide groove 105 in the annular groove 108. During this descent, the guide block 302 presses against the upper end of the spring 106, thus causing the spring 106 to apply an upward thrust to the landing plate 301. The sliding landing plate 301 then causes the first electrode 304 of the lower surface transmitting coil 303 to slide down until it contacts and makes contact with the second electrode 109. This allows the lithium battery 104 to supply power to the first electrode 304 through the second electrode 109, which in turn supplies power to the transmitting coil 303, converting alternating current into an alternating magnetic field. This allows the drone to receive power through the integrated wireless charging receiver. The coil is wirelessly charged, and during the charging process, the motor 201 can be started to rotate one of the transparent covers 202. The rotated transparent cover 202 can drive the gear 203 on one side to mesh with the gear 203 on the inside of the other transparent cover 202, causing them to rotate together. This allows the two transparent covers 202 to rotate together and form a semi-cylindrical cover that covers the outer surface of the drone and the landing plate 301, providing enclosed protection. After charging is completed, the motor 201 can be started again to rotate and unfold the two transparent covers 202. Then, the drone can be controlled to take off. The landing plate 301 is pushed by the elastic force applied by the spring 106, which causes the first electrode 304 of the transmitting coil 303 to disconnect from the electrical connection with the second electrode 109. This automated charging connection and disconnection method can greatly shorten the charging turnaround time of each drone.

[0033] In summary, this system enables outdoor charging of drones by simply placing the drone on the parking plate 301. The drone's own weight allows the parking plate 301 to slide down, achieving electrical connection between the first electrode plate 304 and the second electrode plate 109. This eliminates the need for manual operation to connect the charging circuit, improving the automation level of charging. Furthermore, during the charging process, the drone can simultaneously move two sets of transparent covers 202 to enclose the drone and the parking plate 301. The two sets of transparent covers 202, when spliced ​​together to form a semi-cylindrical cover, can provide comprehensive protection for the drone and the parking plate 301 from multiple directions, effectively preventing dust, rainwater, and other debris from entering.

[0034] All parts not described in this utility model are the same as or can be implemented using existing technology. Although embodiments of this utility model 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 this utility model, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. An outdoor drone charging station with a windproof protection structure, characterized in that, include: Two sets of connecting frames (1) are set outdoors. An installation plate (103) is fixedly installed between the two sets of connecting frames (1). Four sets of docking plates (102) are fixedly installed on the upper surface of the installation plate (103). A covering mechanism (2) is rotatably installed between each set of opposite docking plates (102). An annular groove (108) is opened on the upper surface of the connecting frame (1). A drone charging mechanism (3) is slidably installed in the annular groove (108). The drone charging mechanism (3) can be flipped and covered by the covering mechanism (2). The drone charging mechanism (3) includes a parking plate (301). A guide block (302) is fixedly installed on the outer surface of the parking plate (301). The parking plate (301) is slidably installed in a guide groove (105) opened on the inner wall of the annular groove (108) through the guide block (302) fixedly installed on the outer surface. A transmitting coil (303) is fixedly installed on the lower surface of the parking plate (301). Both ends of the transmitting coil (303) are electrically connected to a first electrode plate (304). The first electrode plate (304) can be charged by the parking plate (301). The second electrode (109) slides down the inner ring wall of the ring groove (108) and comes into contact with the second electrode (109). The second electrode (109) is embedded and fixedly installed on the inner ring wall of the ring groove (108) and electrically connected to the lithium battery (104). A sliding column (107) is fixedly installed in the guide groove (105). The sliding column (107) slides through the guide block (302) in a damped manner and a spring (106) is fitted on its outer surface. The upper and lower ends of the spring (106) respectively touch the upper surface of the guide block (302) and the lower surface of the guide groove (105).

2. An outdoor drone charging station with a windproof protection structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: Both sets of connecting frames (1) are filled with multiple sets of lithium batteries (104), and the multiple sets of lithium batteries (104) are electrically connected to the solar panel (101), which is laid on the upper surface of the connecting frame (1).

3. An outdoor drone charging station with a windproof protection structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The covering mechanism (2) includes two sets of transparent covers (202), which are rotatably mounted between each pair of opposite docking plates (102). One set of transparent covers (202) is fixedly connected to the output shaft of a motor (201), which is fixedly mounted on the upper surface of the connecting frame (1) and electrically connected to a lithium battery (104).

4. An outdoor drone charging station with a windproof protection structure according to claim 3, characterized in that: Gears (203) are fixedly installed on both ends of the inner side of the two sets of transparent covers (202), and the two sets of adjacent gears (203) mesh with each other, so that the two sets of transparent covers (202) can be driven to rotate synchronously.

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