I-shaped upper control board of helicopter cockpit

By installing an I-shaped upper control panel on the upper part of the helicopter cockpit, the problem of insufficient control panel space was solved, enabling a more efficient control panel layout and a simplified installation process, thereby improving pilot operating comfort and structural strength.

CN224159434UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-24CHINA HELICOPTER RES & DEV INST
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
CHINA HELICOPTER RES & DEV INST
Filing Date
2025-04-03
Publication Date
2026-04-24

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Technical Problem

The limited space in the helicopter cockpit control panel makes it impossible to effectively utilize the space in front of and behind the pilot. Adding control panels would restrict the pilot's headroom, and the existing mounting methods are cumbersome and affect maintenance efficiency.

Method used

The upper control panel adopts an I-shaped design, which transmits lateral and longitudinal stress through the I-beam structure, increases the space for the control panel layout, and uses anti-collision rubber strips and an improved spiral lock seat design to simplify the panel installation and removal process.

Benefits of technology

It improves the driver's operating space and the efficiency of the control panel layout, simplifies the installation and disassembly process, reduces maintenance difficulty, and enhances structural strength and safety.

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Abstract

The utility model belongs to the field of overall design of helicopters, and relates to an I-shaped upper control console of a helicopter cockpit. The device is installed on an upper structure of a helicopter cockpit in an I-shaped beam mode, and transverse and longitudinal shearing force of a helicopter can be transmitted. Anti-collision rubber strips are adhered to edges and corners of the I-shaped upper control board; a third mounting surface is arranged on the front portion of the upper portion of the I-shaped upper control console, three control panels are arranged on the third mounting surface in the heading direction, a fourth mounting surface is arranged in the middle of the I-shaped upper control console, and a row of control panels are sequentially arranged on the fourth mounting surface in the heading direction; a fifth mounting surface and a sixth mounting surface are arranged at the rear part of the I-shaped upper control console; and a plurality of control panels are arranged on the fifth mounting surface and the sixth mounting surface in the direction opposite to the heading direction.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of helicopter overall design and relates to an upper control console for a helicopter cockpit. Background Technology

[0002] The helicopter's control panel is equipped with numerous control panels, which allow for the operation of the helicopter's control equipment to a certain extent.

[0003] With the increase in helicopter flight missions, in order to meet the flight mission needs of pilots of side-by-side dual-pilot helicopters, more control panels need to be installed on the control console. However, the cockpit control space is limited, and the significantly increased control panels can only increase the number of rows of upper control consoles. The increase in the number of rows will affect the pilot's head space and cannot effectively utilize the space in front of and behind the pilot, which brings great difficulty to the design and layout of the upper control console.

[0004] The existing helicopter cockpit control panel is fixed by quick-release screws on a spiral lock seat, which improves installation efficiency to some extent. However, it still requires a screwdriver to be tilted up for operation, and long-term use will affect the grooves of the screws, making it more difficult for maintenance personnel to operate. Utility Model Content

[0005] This utility model relates to an I-shaped upper control panel for helicopter cockpit, which improves the layout space of the control panel and the pilot's operating space. The I-shaped upper control panel can also improve the overall force transmission path of the helicopter, and transmit the lateral and longitudinal stress of the cockpit through the I-shaped upper control panel.

[0006] This utility model is achieved using the following technical solution.

[0007] A helicopter cockpit upper control panel is provided. The upper control panel is mounted on the upper structure of the helicopter cockpit in the form of an "I"-shaped beam and can transmit the lateral and longitudinal shear forces of the helicopter.

[0008] Anti-collision rubber strips 19 are affixed to the corners of the upper control panel of the I-shaped structure;

[0009] A third mounting surface 3 is provided at the front of the upper control panel of the I-shaped structure. Three control panels 7 are arranged on the third mounting surface 3 along the heading direction. A fourth mounting surface 4 is provided in the middle of the upper control panel of the I-shaped structure. A row of control panels 7 is arranged on the fourth mounting surface 4 along the heading direction. A fifth mounting surface 5 and a sixth mounting surface 6 are provided at the rear of the upper control panel of the I-shaped structure. Multiple control panels 7 are arranged on the fifth mounting surface 5 and the sixth mounting surface 6 against the heading direction.

[0010] Furthermore,

[0011] The upper part of the I-shaped control panel is also provided with a second mounting surface 2, as well as a first mounting surface 1 and a seventh mounting surface;

[0012] The second mounting surface 2 is installed on the front fuselage structure of the helicopter cockpit, while the first mounting surface 1 and the seventh mounting surface are installed on the left and right fuselage structures of the helicopter cockpit, respectively.

[0013] Furthermore,

[0014] The third mounting surface 3 is arranged with 6 rows of spiral lock seats 21 along the transverse direction, wherein 2 rows of spiral lock seats 21 form a group, the 3 groups of spiral lock seats 21 are in close contact with each other, and the mounting surface of the spiral lock seats 21 is a plane.

[0015] The fourth mounting surface 4 is arranged with two rows of spiral lock seats 21 close to both sides in the lateral direction, and the mounting surfaces of the two rows of spiral lock seats 21 are a single plane;

[0016] The fifth mounting surface 5 is arranged with an even number of rows of spiral lock seats 21 along the transverse direction, with two rows of spiral lock seats 21 forming a group. The multiple groups of spiral lock seats 21 are in close contact with each other, and the mounting surface of the spiral lock seats 21 is a plane.

[0017] The sixth mounting surface 6 is arranged with an even number of rows of spiral lock seats 21 along the transverse direction, with two rows of spiral lock seats 21 forming a group. The multiple groups of spiral lock seats 21 are in close contact with each other, and the mounting surface of the spiral lock seats 21 is a plane.

[0018] Furthermore,

[0019] The spiral lock seat 21 is composed of a rectangular mounting plate 22, a first convex through hole 23, a first boss 13, and a second boss 14. The second boss 14 is a three-quarter ring shape, and the first boss 13 is a 30° ring shape. The first boss 13 and the second boss 14 are arranged around the first convex through hole 23 in sequence and fixed to the back of the rectangular mounting plate 22. The two are reserved with equal distance positions, and the height of the first boss 13 is lower than that of the second boss 14.

[0020] Furthermore,

[0021] The control panel 7 is locked using four manual spiral bolts 8;

[0022] The manual spiral bolt 8 consists of a disc 9, a spring 10, a ring 11, a third boss 12, a ring knob 15, a rotating shaft 17, and a fixed shaft 20. The ring knob 15 is connected to the disc 9 via the rotating shaft 17 and can be rotated 90° via the rotating shaft 17 to lie flat on the disc 9. The disc 9 and the fixed shaft 20 are fixedly connected, and the third boss 12 is fixedly connected to the fixed shaft 20. The disc 9 and the ring 11 are respectively connected to both ends of the spring 10. The ring 11 can move between the disc 9 and the third boss 12 along the fixed shaft 20 under the pressure and elasticity of the spring 10. The third boss 12 is used to limit the ring 11 in one direction.

[0023] Furthermore,

[0024] The control panel consists of a panel 16, four manual spiral bolts 8, and four second convex through holes 18. The panel 16 has second convex through holes 18 at four right angles that match the third protrusions 12 on the manual spiral bolts 8. The panel 16 is mounted on the spiral lock seat 21 of the upper control panel of the I-shaped structure by the four manual spiral bolts 8 passing through the second convex through holes 18.

[0025] This utility model relates to an I-shaped upper control panel for helicopter cockpit, which improves the layout space of the control panel and the pilot's operating space. The I-shaped upper control panel can also improve the overall force transmission path of the helicopter, and transmit the lateral and longitudinal stress of the cockpit through the I-shaped upper control panel. Attached Figure Description

[0026] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the upper control panel structure of a helicopter cockpit is provided for an embodiment of this utility model;

[0027] Figure 2 An isometric view of the upper control panel of a helicopter cockpit, provided for an embodiment of this utility model;

[0028] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the control panel provided for an embodiment of this utility model;

[0029] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of a manual spiral bolt provided for an embodiment of this utility model;

[0030] Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the back of the control panel provided in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0031] Figure 6 A schematic diagram of the spiral lock seat provided in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0032] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the control panel installation provided for an embodiment of the present utility model. Detailed Implementation

[0033] The technical solution of this utility model will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0034] This utility model embodiment provides an upper control console for a helicopter cockpit (see...). Figures 1-5 As shown.

[0035] The upper control panel of the helicopter cockpit is as follows: Figure 1 As shown, the driver and co-driver seats are located on both sides of the I-shaped control panel, and their headroom meets the usage requirements.

[0036] The isometric drawing of the upper control panel of the helicopter cockpit is shown below. Figure 2 As shown: It consists of a second mounting surface 2, a third mounting surface 3, a fourth mounting surface 4, a fifth mounting surface 5, a sixth mounting surface 6, a rectangular mounting plate 21, and a control panel 7 (the number of control panels can be 1-N). The second mounting surface 2 is installed on the front fuselage structure of the helicopter cockpit, and the first mounting surface 1 and the seventh mounting surface 7 are installed on the left and right fuselage structures of the helicopter cockpit, respectively. On the one hand, it can strengthen the lateral and longitudinal fuselage structure of the helicopter cockpit and improve stress transmission; on the other hand, it can maximize the arrangement of more control panels and reduce the space required for the central control panel, instrument panel and left and right side control panels.

[0037] Anti-collision rubber strips 19 are affixed to the corners of the upper control panel of the helicopter; this can prevent collisions with the pilot's head or reduce the risk of serious head injuries in the event of a helicopter crash.

[0038] The upper control panel of the I-type has three control panels arranged on the front third mounting surface 3 along the heading direction (forward). The middle fourth mounting surface 4 can be arranged in a row of control panels along the heading direction (forward). The rear fifth mounting surface 5 and sixth mounting surface 6 can be arranged in the opposite direction (reverse). Since the pilot needs to look back, they need to be installed in the opposite direction.

[0039] Control Panel by Figure 3 and Figure 5 The middle section consists of a panel 16, four manual spiral bolts 8, and four second convex through holes 18. The panel 16 has second convex through holes 18 at four right angles that match the third protrusions 12 on the manual spiral bolts 8. The panel 16 is mounted on the spiral lock seat 21 of the upper control panel of the I-shaped structure by the four manual spiral bolts 8 passing through the second convex through holes 18.

[0040] Spiral lock seat 21 is made of Figure 6 The structure consists of a rectangular mounting plate 22, a first convex through hole 23, a first boss 13, and a second boss 14. The first boss 13 and the second boss 14 are fixed to the back of the spiral lock seat 21 in sequence around the first convex through hole 23, and the height of the first boss 13 is lower than that of the second boss 14.

[0041] Manual spiral bolt 8 is Figure 3 and Figure 4 The device consists of a disc 9, a spring 10, a ring 11, a third boss 12, a ring knob 15, a rotating shaft 17, and a fixed shaft 20. The ring knob 15 is connected to the disc 9 via the rotating shaft 17 and can be rotated 90° to lie flat on the disc 9. The disc 9 and the fixed shaft 20 are fixedly connected, as is the third boss 12. The disc 9 and the ring 11 are respectively connected to both ends of the spring 10. The ring 11 can move along the fixed shaft 20 between the disc 9 and the third boss 12 under the pressure and elasticity of the spring 10. The third boss 12 can be used to limit the ring 11 in one direction.

[0042] Control Panel Installation Figure 7 and Figure 4 In the middle section: Four manual spiral bolts 8 pass through four second convex through holes 18 in the panel 16 and four first convex through holes 23 in the two rectangular mounting plates 22. The panel 16 is mounted on the two rectangular mounting plates 22. Holding the ring knob 15, after pressing the disc 9, the ring 11 is locked on the rectangular mounting plate 22, which increases the elasticity of the spring 10. The ring 11 rotates 90 degrees, and the fixing shaft 20 passes over the first boss 13 and is just locked between the first boss 13 and the second boss 14. The elasticity of the spring 10 can lock the control panel 16. Similarly, holding the ring knob 15, after pressing the disc 9, the elasticity of the spring 10 increases, and it rotates 90 degrees in the opposite direction. The fixing shaft 20 passes over the first boss 13, and the third boss 12 is aligned with the convex through hole 18. The rebound force of the spring 10 can unlock the control panel 16, and the manual spiral bolts 8 can be directly removed to remove the panel 16 from the two rectangular mounting plates 22.

[0043] Pilots can determine the locking status of the four manual screws 8 on the control panel by observing the position of the circular knob 15. When the direction of the circular knob 15 is consistent with the heading, it indicates that the manual screws 8 are in the unlocked state. When the direction of the circular knob 15 is perpendicular to the heading, it indicates that the manual screws 8 are in the locked state. When all four manual screws 8 are in the unlocked state, the control panel can be released from the lock. When all four manual screws 8 are in the locked state, it indicates that the control panel is locked. This prevents the manual screws 8 from loosening due to large vibrations in the helicopter cockpit, which could lead to an accident, from going unnoticed by the pilot in the early stages, thus serving as a warning.

[0044] This utility model provides a helicopter cockpit I-beam upper control panel mounted on the upper structure of the helicopter cockpit. It can transmit the lateral and longitudinal shear forces of the helicopter without the need for additional lateral and longitudinal frame beams to improve the structural strength, thus reducing the weight of the airframe. Three control panels 7 are mounted side-by-side on the front third mounting surface 3 along the heading direction (forward). A row of control panels 7 can be arranged sequentially on the middle fourth mounting surface 4 along the heading direction (forward). Multiple control panels 7 can be arranged side-by-side on the rear fifth and sixth mounting surfaces 5 and 6 in the opposite direction (reverse). Anti-collision rubber strips 19 are affixed around the upper control panel 1 to prevent the risk of head collision when standing up. Each control panel 7 is locked with four manual spiral bolts 8, which are manually pressed and rotated for locking and unlocking, reducing the cumbersome procedure of using a screwdriver for disassembly and assembly under normal circumstances and improving disassembly and assembly efficiency. The pilot can determine the locking status of the four manual screws 8 to the control panel 7 by observing the position of the circular knob 15; when the direction of the circular knob 15 is consistent with the heading direction, it indicates that the manual screws 8 are in the unlocked state; when the direction of the circular knob 15 is perpendicular to the heading direction, it indicates that the manual screws 8 are in the locked state.

Claims

1. A helicopter cockpit upper control panel, characterized in that, The upper control panel of the I-beam is mounted on the upper structure of the helicopter cockpit in the form of an I-beam, which can transmit the lateral and longitudinal shear forces of the helicopter. Anti-collision rubber strips (19) are affixed to the corners of the upper control panel of the I-type. A third mounting surface (3) is provided at the front of the upper part of the I-shaped control panel. Three control panels (7) are arranged on the third mounting surface (3) along the heading direction. A fourth mounting surface (4) is provided in the middle of the upper part of the I-shaped control panel. A row of control panels (7) is arranged on the fourth mounting surface (4) along the heading direction. A fifth mounting surface (5) and a sixth mounting surface (6) are provided at the rear of the upper part of the I-shaped control panel. Multiple control panels (7) are arranged on the fifth mounting surface (5) and the sixth mounting surface (6) against the heading direction.

2. The upper control panel of a helicopter cockpit according to claim 1, characterized in that, The upper part of the I-shaped control panel is also provided with a second mounting surface (2), a first mounting surface (1), and a seventh mounting surface; The second mounting surface (2) is installed on the front fuselage structure of the helicopter cockpit, while the first mounting surface (1) and the seventh mounting surface are installed on the left and right fuselage structures of the helicopter cockpit, respectively.

3. The upper control panel of a helicopter cockpit according to claim 1, characterized in that, The third mounting surface (3) is arranged with 6 rows of spiral lock seats (21) along the transverse direction, wherein 2 rows of spiral lock seats (21) are a group, the 3 groups of spiral lock seats (21) are in close contact with each other, and the mounting surface of the spiral lock seats (21) is a plane; The fourth mounting surface (4) has two rows of spiral lock seats (21) arranged close to both sides in the transverse direction, and the mounting surfaces of the two rows of spiral lock seats (21) are a single plane; The fifth mounting surface (5) is arranged with an even number of rows of spiral lock seats (21) along the transverse direction, with two rows of spiral lock seats (21) forming a group. The multiple groups of spiral lock seats (21) are in close contact with each other, and the mounting surface of the spiral lock seats (21) is a plane. The sixth mounting surface (6) is arranged with an even number of rows of spiral lock seats (21) along the transverse direction, with two rows of spiral lock seats (21) forming a group. The multiple groups of spiral lock seats (21) are in close contact with each other, and the mounting surface of the spiral lock seats (21) is a plane.

4. The upper control panel of a helicopter cockpit according to claim 3, characterized in that, The spiral lock seat (21) is composed of a rectangular mounting plate (22), a first convex through hole (23), a first boss (13), and a second boss (14). The second boss (14) is a three-quarter ring shape, and the first boss (13) is a 30° ring shape. The first boss (13) and the second boss (14) surround the first convex through hole (23) in sequence and are fixed on the back of the rectangular mounting plate (22). The two are reserved with equal distance positions, and the height of the first boss (13) is lower than that of the second boss (14).

5. The upper control panel of a helicopter cockpit according to claim 1, characterized in that, The control panel (7) is locked using four manual spiral bolts (8); The manual spiral bolt (8) consists of a disc (9), a spring (10), a ring (11), a third boss (12), a ring knob (15), a rotating shaft (17), and a fixed shaft (20). The ring knob (15) is connected to the disc (9) through the rotating shaft (17) and can be rotated 90° through the rotating shaft (17) to lay flat on the disc (9). The disc (9) and the fixed shaft (20) are fixedly connected, and the third boss (12) is fixedly connected to the fixed shaft (20). The disc (9) and the ring (11) are respectively connected to the two ends of the spring (10). The ring (11) can move between the disc (9) and the third boss (12) along the fixed shaft (20) through the pressure and elasticity of the spring (10). The third boss (12) is used to limit the ring (11) in one direction.

6. The upper control panel of a helicopter cockpit according to claim 4, characterized in that, The control panel consists of a panel (16), four manual spiral bolts (8) and four second convex through holes (18). The panel (16) has second convex through holes (18) at four right angles that match the third boss (12) on the manual spiral bolts (8). The panel (16) is mounted on the spiral lock seat (21) of the upper control panel of the I-shaped structure by the four manual spiral bolts (8) passing through the second convex through holes (18).