Laser cotton topping machine based on holder structure

By combining a gimbal structure and tilt sensor with an independent drive wheel motor and damping spring shock absorber, the position of the laser head is adjusted, solving the stability problem of the laser cotton topping machine on uneven cotton fields and improving topping efficiency and flexibility.

CN224178717UActive Publication Date: 2026-05-01XINJIANG UNIVERSITY
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
XINJIANG UNIVERSITY
Filing Date
2025-06-04
Publication Date
2026-05-01

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Technical Problem

Existing laser cotton topping machines have difficulty maintaining a stable laser spot on uneven surfaces in cotton fields, resulting in low topping efficiency.

Method used

The system employs a gimbal structure and tilt sensor combined with an independent drive wheel motor and damping spring shock absorber. The position of the laser head is adjusted by the gimbal motor to ensure a stable laser spot, and the wheels can flexibly adjust their driving direction.

Benefits of technology

It enables precise and stable operation of the laser cotton topping machine in complex cotton field environments, improving topping efficiency and maneuverability.

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Abstract

The laser cotton topping machine based on the cradle head structure comprises a supporting table, steering columns are arranged at the four corners of the bottom of the supporting table, the side wall of each steering column is fixedly connected with a steering connecting rod, damping spring shock absorbers are arranged at the ends of the steering connecting rods, and the damping spring shock absorbers are fixedly connected with the supporting table. L-shaped frames are arranged at the bottoms of the damping spring shock absorbers, wheels are installed on the L-shaped frames, and a horizontal adjusting mechanism is arranged on one side of the upper surface of the supporting table. The tilt angle sensor senses the posture change of the vehicle body in real time, and when the vehicle body tilts, the holder motors in the two directions control the tail end laser head to conduct corresponding adjustment so as to counteract the influence of inclination of the vehicle body on laser operation, so that the stability of laser beams is kept, and it is ensured that laser spots always fall on a target; accurate and stable operation of the topping machine in the running process is achieved.
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Description

A laser cotton topping machine based on a gimbal structure Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of agricultural equipment technology, and in particular relates to a laser cotton topping machine based on a gimbal structure. Background Technology

[0002] Topping cotton is an agronomic technique that involves manually or mechanically removing the apical meristem to break apical dominance and promote lateral branching. This technique directs nutrients towards reproductive growth, thereby increasing the number of bolls and cotton yield.

[0003] Currently, laser topping machines are available to replace manual topping of cotton. However, the unevenness of the cotton field road surface can cause changes in the vehicle's posture, which in turn causes changes in the position of the laser head 6 at the end. As a result, the laser spot cannot fall on the target, which cannot guarantee the precise and stable operation of the topping machine and affects the topping efficiency. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a laser cotton topping machine based on a gimbal structure to solve the technical problems mentioned in the background art.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the specific technical solution of this utility model is as follows: A laser cotton topping machine based on a gimbal structure includes a support platform. Steering columns are provided at the four corners of the bottom of the support platform. A steering connecting rod is fixedly connected to the side wall of each steering column. A damping spring shock absorber is provided at the end of each steering connecting rod. An L-shaped frame is provided at the bottom of the damping spring shock absorber. Wheels are mounted on the L-shaped frame. A horizontal adjustment mechanism is provided on one side of the upper surface of the support platform. An end laser head is provided in the middle of the horizontal adjustment mechanism. A laser generator is provided on the other side of the upper surface of the support platform. A tilt sensor is provided in the middle of the front side of the upper surface of the support platform.

[0006] Preferably, the bottom of the support platform is provided with a connecting frame on the outside of each steering column, and a drive motor for driving the steering column to rotate is installed at the bottom of each connecting frame.

[0007] Preferably, battery racks are provided at the bottom of both ends of the support platform, and each battery rack contains a battery.

[0008] Preferably, the horizontal adjustment mechanism includes a Y-axis rotating gimbal motor, a bracket, and a frame. One end of the frame is rotatably connected to the bracket via a rotating shaft, and the other end of the frame is connected to the shaft of the Y-axis rotating gimbal motor. The end laser head is vertically disposed in the middle part of the frame, and one side of the end laser head is rotatably connected to one side of the frame via a rotating shaft. An X-axis rotating gimbal motor is installed on the other side of the frame, and the shaft of the X-axis rotating gimbal motor is connected to the side wall of the end laser head.

[0009] Preferably, the bottom of the Y-axis rotating gimbal motor is provided with a motor frame, and the bottom of both the motor frame and the bracket are fixedly connected to the upper surface of the support platform.

[0010] Preferably, the surface of the support platform is provided with a rectangular opening, the horizontal adjustment mechanism is located above the rectangular opening, and the bottom of the end laser head extends to below the rectangular opening.

[0011] Preferably, the laser generator is connected to the end laser head via an optical fiber.

[0012] The laser cotton topping machine based on a gimbal structure of this utility model has the following advantages:

[0013] 1. This utility model uses a tilt sensor to detect changes in the vehicle's posture in real time. When the vehicle tilts, the gimbal motors in two directions control the end laser head to make corresponding adjustments to counteract the effect of the vehicle tilt on the laser operation, thereby maintaining the stability of the laser beam and ensuring that the laser spot always falls on the target. This enables the top-attacking machine to operate accurately and stably during travel, improving the top-attacking efficiency.

[0014] 2. This utility model, by installing an independently driven wheel motor on each wheel and setting each of the four wheels to have an independent steering linkage, makes the topping machine more flexible in complex cotton field environments, enabling precise adjustment of the driving direction. When changing rows, it can reduce the turning radius and improve passability. When the topping machine is traveling in the cotton field, the independent damping spring shock absorbers of each wheel can reduce the interference of uneven road surface on the topping operation. Attached Figure Description

[0015] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of this utility model and should not be regarded as a limitation of the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.

[0016] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model.

[0017] Figure 2 is a front view of Figure 1.

[0018] Figure 3 is a right view of Figure 1.

[0019] Figure 4 is a schematic diagram of the horizontal adjustment mechanism in this utility model.

[0020] The markings in the diagram are as follows: 1. Support platform; 2. Steering connecting rod; 3. Damping spring shock absorber; 4. L-shaped frame; 5. Wheel; 6. End laser head; 7. Laser generator; 8. Horizontal adjustment mechanism; 9. Tilt sensor; 10. Battery rack; 11. Battery; 12. Y-axis rotating gimbal motor; 13. Motor frame; 14. Frame; 15. Bracket; 16. X-axis rotating gimbal motor; 17. Steering column; 18. Connecting frame. Detailed Implementation

[0021] In the following description, only certain exemplary embodiments are briefly described. As those skilled in the art will recognize, the described embodiments can be modified in various ways without departing from the spirit or scope of the present invention. Therefore, the drawings and description are considered to be exemplary in nature and not restrictive.

[0022] In the description of the embodiments of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "length", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing the embodiments of this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on the embodiments of this utility model.

[0023] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of embodiments of this utility model, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0024] In this embodiment of the invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection, an electrical connection, or a communication connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this embodiment of the invention according to the specific circumstances.

[0025] The following disclosure provides many different implementations or examples for different structures of the embodiments of the present invention. To simplify the disclosure of the embodiments of the present invention, specific examples of components and arrangements are described below. Of course, these are merely examples and are not intended to limit the embodiments of the present invention. Furthermore, reference numerals and / or reference letters may be repeated in different examples of the embodiments of the present invention; such repetition is for simplification and clarity and does not in itself indicate a relationship between the various implementations and / or arrangements discussed.

[0026] To better understand the purpose, structure, and function of this utility model, the following description, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, provides a more detailed account of a laser cotton topping machine based on a gimbal structure.

[0027] As shown in Figures 1-4, this utility model discloses a laser cotton topping machine based on a gimbal structure, including a support platform 1. Steering columns 17 are installed at the four corners of the bottom of the support platform 1. A steering connecting rod 2 is fixedly connected to the side wall of each steering column 17. A damping spring shock absorber 3 is installed at the end of each steering connecting rod 2. An L-shaped frame 4 is installed at the bottom of the damping spring shock absorber 3, and wheels 5 are mounted on the L-shaped frame 4. When the topping machine travels in the cotton field, the independent damping spring shock absorbers 3 on each wheel can reduce the interference of uneven road surfaces on the topping operation. A connecting frame 18 is installed at the bottom of the support platform 1 on the outer side of each steering column 17. A drive motor for driving the steering column 17 to rotate is installed at the bottom of each connecting frame 18. Each wheel 5 is equipped with an independently driven wheel motor. By setting four wheels 5 with independent steering connecting rods 2, the topping machine becomes more flexible in complex cotton field environments, can accurately adjust its travel direction, and can reduce the turning radius and improve passability when changing rows.

[0028] A horizontal adjustment mechanism 8 is provided on one side of the upper surface of the support platform 1. An end laser head 6 is provided in the middle part of the horizontal adjustment mechanism 8. A rectangular opening is provided on the surface of the support platform 1. The horizontal adjustment mechanism 8 is located above the rectangular opening, and the bottom of the end laser head 6 extends to the bottom of the rectangular opening. A laser generator 7 is provided on the other side of the upper surface of the support platform 1. The laser generator 7 is connected to the end laser head 6 through an optical fiber. An tilt sensor 9 is provided in the middle part of the front side of the upper surface of the support platform 1. The horizontal adjustment mechanism 8 includes a Y-axis rotating gimbal motor 12, a bracket 15, and a frame 14. One end of the frame 14 is rotatably connected to the bracket 15 via a rotating shaft, and the other end of the frame 14 is connected to the shaft of the Y-axis rotating gimbal motor 12. The end laser head 6 is vertically positioned in the middle of the frame 14, and one side of the end laser head 6 is rotatably connected to one side of the frame 14 via a rotating shaft. An X-axis rotating gimbal motor 16 is mounted on the other side of the frame 14, and the shaft of the X-axis rotating gimbal motor 16 is connected to the side wall of the end laser head 6. A motor frame 13 is provided at the bottom of the Y-axis rotating gimbal motor 12. The bottoms of the motor frame 13 and the bracket 15 are fixedly connected to the upper surface of the support platform 1. The top-attacking machine uses an tilt sensor 9 to detect changes in the vehicle's posture, i.e., changes in the posture of the support platform 1, in real time. When the vehicle tilts, the gimbal motors in both directions control the end laser head 6 to make corresponding adjustments to counteract the effect of the vehicle tilt on the laser operation, thereby maintaining the stability of the laser beam and ensuring that the laser spot always falls on the target, achieving precise and stable operation of the top-attacking machine during travel.

[0029] Battery racks 10 are provided at the bottom of both ends of the support platform 1. Each battery rack 10 contains a battery 11, which is used to power various electrical components.

[0030] It is understood that this utility model has been described through some embodiments, and those skilled in the art will recognize that various changes or equivalent substitutions can be made to these features and embodiments without departing from the spirit and scope of this utility model. Furthermore, under the teachings of this utility model, these features and embodiments can be modified to adapt to specific situations and materials without departing from the spirit and scope of this utility model. Therefore, this utility model is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed herein, and all embodiments falling within the scope of the claims of this application are within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A laser cotton topping machine based on a gimbal structure, characterized in that: The support platform (1) is provided with a steering column (17) at each of the four corners of the bottom of the support platform (1). A steering connecting rod (2) is fixedly connected to the side wall of each steering column (17). A damping spring shock absorber (3) is provided at the end of the steering connecting rod (2). An L-shaped frame (4) is provided at the bottom of the damping spring shock absorber (3). A wheel (5) is installed on the L-shaped frame (4). A horizontal adjustment mechanism (8) is provided on one side of the upper surface of the support platform (1). An end laser head (6) is provided in the middle part of the horizontal adjustment mechanism (8). A laser generator (7) is provided on the other side of the upper surface of the support platform (1). An tilt sensor (9) is provided in the middle part of the front side of the upper surface of the support platform (1).

2. The laser cotton topping machine based on a gimbal structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the support platform (1) is provided with a connecting frame (18) on the outside of each steering column (17), and a drive motor for driving the steering column (17) to rotate is installed at the bottom of each connecting frame (18).

3. The laser cotton topping machine based on a gimbal structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The support platform (1) has battery racks (10) at both ends of its bottom, and each battery rack (10) contains a battery (11).

4. The laser cotton topping machine based on a gimbal structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The horizontal adjustment mechanism (8) includes a Y-axis rotating gimbal motor (12), a bracket (15), and a frame (14). One end of the frame (14) is rotatably connected to the bracket (15) via a rotating shaft. The other end of the frame (14) is connected to the shaft of the Y-axis rotating gimbal motor (12). The end laser head (6) is vertically arranged in the middle part of the frame (14), and one side of the end laser head (6) is rotatably connected to one side of the frame (14) via a rotating shaft. An X-axis rotating gimbal motor (16) is installed on the other side of the frame (14), and the shaft of the X-axis rotating gimbal motor (16) is connected to the side wall of the end laser head (6).

5. A laser cotton topping machine based on a gimbal structure according to claim 4, characterized in that: The bottom of the Y-axis rotating gimbal motor (12) is provided with a motor frame (13), and the bottom of the motor frame (13) and the bracket (15) are fixedly connected to the upper surface of the support platform (1).

6. The laser cotton topping machine based on a gimbal structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The surface of the support platform (1) is provided with a rectangular opening, the horizontal adjustment mechanism (8) is located above the rectangular opening, and the bottom of the end laser head (6) extends to the bottom of the rectangular opening.

7. A laser cotton topping machine based on a gimbal structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The laser generator (7) is connected to the end laser head (6) via an optical fiber.