Multi-element control system suitable for unmanned aerial vehicle

Abstract

The utility model discloses a multi-element control system suitable for an unmanned aerial vehicle, and belongs to the technical field of unmanned aerial vehicles. A signal transmission unit; a notification unit; the battery is arranged in the battery shell, supplies power to the controller and controls the battery; the signal processor modulates the electric signals, the electromagnetic signal converter converts the modulated electric signals into electromagnetic wave signals, and the first communication module outputs the electromagnetic wave signals; the second communication module is connected with the signal processor, the power supply controller and the light source controller. The at least two sets of power supply units, signal transmission units and notification units are arranged on the unmanned aerial vehicle, and the second communication modules are in communication connection; when connection of one second communication module is interrupted, at least one of the power supply controller, the signal processor and the light source controller in the other set starts corresponding functions according to a preset program, instant power supply switching and communication switching can be achieved, and follow-up searching of the unmanned aerial vehicle is facilitated.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) technology, and in particular to a multi-function control system applicable to UAVs. Background Technology

[0002] As a carrier for drones, drones can be used in various complex environments, offering high efficiency and adaptability. However, certain special environments may cause drones to encounter various unexpected events during operation, leading to malfunctions such as communication failures, flight failures, and power supply failures.

[0003] In practical applications, it is difficult to detect any abnormalities in time. If there is no control plan, the drone may become disabled or damaged. Utility Model Content

[0004] This invention proposes a multi-dimensional control system suitable for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to address the shortcomings of existing UAV control plans.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows:

[0006] A multi-function control system for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) includes: a power supply unit comprising a battery, a battery casing, a power supply line, and a power supply controller; a signal transmission unit comprising an electromagnetic signal converter, a signal processor, a first communication module, and a second communication module; and a notification unit comprising a light source and a light source controller. The battery is disposed within the battery casing, and the power supply controller connects to and controls the battery to output electrical energy through the power supply line. The signal processor modulates an electrical signal, the electromagnetic signal converter converts the modulated electrical signal into a corresponding electromagnetic wave signal, and the first communication module outputs the electromagnetic wave signal. The second communication module is connected to the signal processor, the power supply controller, and the light source controller, respectively. At least two sets of the power supply unit, the signal transmission unit, and the notification unit are disposed on the UAV, and the corresponding second communication modules are interconnected. When one of the second communication modules loses connection, at least one of the power supply controller, the signal processor, and the light source controller in the other set activates a corresponding function according to a preset program.

[0007] Furthermore, the battery casing is a modular casing, with an opening at one end and a contact point on the inside of the opening. The contact point is connected to the signal transmission unit or the notification unit via a tubular connecting line and / or a strip connecting line.

[0008] Furthermore, openings are provided on both sides of one end of the battery casing, one opening being connected to a tubular connecting wire and the other opening being connected to a strip connecting wire; the tubular connecting wire and the strip connecting wire are used to realize electrical connection or communication connection.

[0009] Furthermore, the notification unit is provided with a combined protective housing, and the light source is a lamp matrix; the upper surface of the protective housing is provided with the lamp matrix and a striped concave-convex structure; the side of the protective housing is provided with a connection port for connecting the tubular connecting line and the strip connecting line.

[0010] Furthermore, the bottom of the notification unit and the power supply unit are fixed to the drone's boom by clamps.

[0011] Furthermore, the light source controller is used to control the lamp matrix, so that the lamps in the lamp matrix are turned on, have their brightness changed, and are turned off according to specified rules.

[0012] Furthermore, the UAV is equipped with a third communication module, which is communicatively connected to the first communication module and / or the second communication module; the UAV transmits the signal to be output to the first communication module and / or the second communication module through the third communication module.

[0013] Furthermore, the first communication module is used to transmit the signal to be output to the signal processor, the signal processor is used to process the signal to be output to obtain the modulated electrical signal, the electromagnetic signal converter converts the modulated electrical signal corresponding to the signal to be output into a corresponding electromagnetic wave signal, and the first communication module outputs the electromagnetic wave signal.

[0014] Furthermore, the second communication module is used to transmit the signal to be output to the light source controller, and the light source controller causes the lamps in the lamp matrix to light up, change their brightness, and turn off based on the signal to be output.

[0015] Furthermore, the third communication module is connected to the first communication module and / or the second communication module; the first communication module and / or the second communication module are used to acquire external control signals and transmit them to the UAV through the third communication module.

[0016] By adopting the above technical solution, this utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0017] 1. This utility model includes a power supply unit comprising a battery, a battery casing, a power supply line, and a power supply controller; a signal transmission unit comprising an electromagnetic signal converter, a signal processor, a first communication module, and a second communication module; and a notification unit comprising a light source and a light source controller. The battery is disposed within the battery casing, and the power supply controller connects to and controls the battery to output electrical energy through the power supply line. The signal processor modulates an electrical signal, the electromagnetic signal converter converts the modulated electrical signal into a corresponding electromagnetic wave signal, and the first communication module outputs the electromagnetic wave signal. The second communication module is connected to the signal processor, the power supply controller, and the light source controller, respectively. At least two sets of the power supply unit, the signal transmission unit, and the notification unit are disposed on the UAV, and the corresponding second communication modules are interconnected. When one of the second communication modules loses connection, at least one of the power supply controller, the signal processor, and the light source controller in the other set activates the corresponding function according to a preset program. This enables instantaneous power supply and communication switching and facilitates subsequent retrieval of the UAV. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the multi-function control system for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) proposed in this utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the power supply unit proposed in this utility model;

[0020] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the signal transmission unit proposed in this utility model;

[0021] Figure 4 This is the installation diagram proposed in this utility model. 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] like Figure 1The multi-function control system for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) shown includes: a power supply unit 1, comprising a battery, a battery casing, a power supply line, and a power supply controller; a signal transmission unit 2, comprising an electromagnetic signal converter, a signal processor, a first communication module, and a second communication module; and a notification unit 3, comprising a light source and a light source controller. The battery is disposed within the battery casing, and the power supply controller is connected to and controls the battery to output electrical energy through the power supply line. The signal processor is used to modulate electrical signals, the electromagnetic signal converter is used to convert the modulated electrical signals into corresponding electromagnetic wave signals, and the first communication module is used to output the electromagnetic wave signals. The second communication module is connected to the signal processor, the power supply controller, and the light source controller, respectively. At least two sets of the power supply unit, the signal transmission unit, and the notification unit are disposed on the UAV, and the corresponding second communication modules are connected to each other. When one of the second communication modules is disconnected, at least one of the power supply controller, the signal processor, and the light source controller in the other set activates the corresponding function according to a preset program.

[0024] The power supply unit provides energy, powering both the various components in the multi-control system and the drone itself. The signal transmission power supply converts modulated electrical signals into electromagnetic signals, enabling remote signal transmission / communication. A signal processor handles signal modulation and other control functions, depending on the processor model and its internal code. The first communication module outputs electromagnetic signals for long-range communication. The second communication module handles short-range communication, i.e., communication within the multi-control system, which can be either wireless or wired. Specifically, the UAV corresponding to the multi-control system is equipped with multiple sets of power supply units, signal transmission units, and notification units (each set includes A power supply units, B signal transmission units, and C notification units, where A, B, and C are all at least one). When one of these units fails, the second communication module will malfunction. For example, without power supply, the signal will be interrupted. If the signal transmission unit and notification unit are damaged, they cannot update the signal (e.g., the signal transmission unit and notification unit continuously provide a specific signal) to the second communication module. Other second communication modules will not receive the specific signal, thus the current second communication module (or the signal transmission unit and notification unit corresponding to the specific signal) is considered to be disabled. The specific signal can be a pre-agreed signal, without involving specific signal processing; it simply outputs a preset signal. If the processor in the power supply unit / signal transmission unit / notification unit does not receive the specific signal, it determines that other sets are disabled and then activates this set of control systems. Through the registered activation, the purpose of multi-control can be achieved.

[0025] Light sources can emit light in dark environments, making it easier to locate out-of-control drones. At the same time, the lighting, extinguishing, and changes in brightness of the light itself can also serve as information, such as the number and location of different light spots, and how different light intensities can represent different information.

[0026] like Figure 2 The schematic diagram of the power supply unit shown shows that the battery casing is a modular casing. One end of the battery casing is provided with an opening 1.1, and a contact point is provided on the inner side of the opening. The contact point is connected to the signal transmission unit or the notification unit through a tubular connecting line 1.2 and / or a strip connecting line 1.3.

[0027] Modular housings, compared to unibody housings, facilitate disassembly and maintenance. Both strip-shaped and tubular connecting cables can have internal wiring to enable power or signal transmission; the specific form can be chosen based on actual needs. Strip-shaped or tubular connecting cables can be made of rigid materials such as plastic or metal to improve compressive strength, and internally contain corresponding conductors, such as metal wires and optical fibers, depending on the power and communication requirements.

[0028] Generally, the notification unit and the signal transmission unit are placed in the accessories for easy maintenance. In special cases, the notification unit or the signal transmission unit may be placed inside the battery casing.

[0029] The battery casing has openings on both sides at one end, one opening being connected to a tubular connecting wire and the other opening being connected to a strip connecting wire; the tubular connecting wire and the strip connecting wire are used to realize electrical connection or communication connection.

[0030] In practice, a tubular connection cable can be used for power transmission, while a strip connection cable can be used for communication. The principle is that electrical wires are generally tubular, while data connection cables, which include multiple signal lines, are strip-shaped. This allows maintenance personnel to easily identify the purpose of the connection cable at a glance, increasing its versatility and reducing maintenance costs.

[0031] like Figure 3 The signal transmission unit shown has a combined protective housing, and the light source 3.1 is a lamp matrix. The upper surface of the protective housing is provided with the lamp matrix and a striped convex-concave structure 3.2. The side of the protective housing is provided with a connection inlet 3.3 for connecting the tubular connecting line and the strip connecting line.

[0032] The purpose of setting up a light matrix is ​​to provide a variety of light combinations to convey more complex light information; it also offers higher brightness and lower cost; even if individual lights fail, it does not affect the overall function, and it has good pressure resistance. The striped concave-convex structure serves two purposes: it increases the heat dissipation area and it increases friction, making it easier to remove the protective shell for maintenance. The lights are turned on or off by power, and the brightness is controlled by modulating the duty cycle of the electrical signal.

[0033] like Figure 4 As shown in the installation diagram, the bottoms of the notification unit and the power supply unit are fixed to the drone's boom 4 using clamps. Besides the power unit, the drone has many connecting parts 4.1; mounting the notification unit and the power supply unit on these connecting parts reduces interference with the power unit.

[0034] The light source controller is used to control the lamp matrix, so that the lamps in the lamp matrix are turned on, have their brightness changed, and are turned off according to specified rules.

[0035] The light source controller has pins that provide different level signals to control the lamps on the corresponding circuits. The lamps can be LED chips.

[0036] The UAV is equipped with a third communication module, which is communicatively connected to the first communication module and / or the second communication module; the UAV transmits the signal to be output to the first communication module and / or the second communication module through the third communication module.

[0037] The drone itself can also communicate with the multi-control system, which can increase the uses of the multi-control system. For example, a third party can control the multi-control system through the drone, or a third party can control the drone through the multi-control system.

[0038] The first communication module is used to transmit the signal to be output to the signal processor, the signal processor is used to process the signal to be output to obtain the modulated electrical signal, the electromagnetic signal converter converts the modulated electrical signal corresponding to the signal to be output into a corresponding electromagnetic wave signal, and the first communication module outputs the electromagnetic wave signal.

[0039] Converting electrical signals into electromagnetic wave signals enables remote communication.

[0040] The second communication module is used to transmit the signal to be output to the light source controller, and the light source controller causes the lamps in the lamp matrix to light up, change their brightness, and turn off based on the signal to be output.

[0041] The output signal can be an analog signal, which can be used to control the lamps in the lamp matrix (the output signal can be a level signal directly, or the output signal can be processed by the light source controller and then the light source controller outputs a control signal specifically for controlling the lamps).

[0042] The third communication module is connected to the first communication module and / or the second communication module; the first communication module and / or the second communication module are used to acquire external control signals and transmit them to the UAV through the third communication module.

[0043] The above description is a detailed description of the preferred embodiments of the present utility model. However, the embodiments are not intended to limit the scope of the patent application of the present utility model. All equivalent changes or modifications made under the technical spirit of the present utility model should fall within the patent scope covered by the present utility model.

Claims

1. A multi-function control system suitable for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), characterized in that: include: The power supply unit includes a battery, a battery casing, power supply lines, and a power supply controller; The signal transmission unit includes an electromagnetic signal converter, a signal processor, a first communication module, and a second communication module; The notification unit includes a light source and a light source controller; The battery is disposed inside the battery casing, and the power supply controller is connected to and controls the battery to output electrical energy through the power supply line; The signal processor is used to modulate the electrical signal, the electromagnetic signal converter is used to convert the modulated electrical signal into a corresponding electromagnetic wave signal, and the first communication module is used to output the electromagnetic wave signal. The second communication module is connected to the signal processor, the power supply controller, and the light source controller, respectively; The power supply unit, the signal transmission unit, and the notification unit installed on the UAV are at least two sets, and the second communication modules are connected to each other accordingly. When one of the second communication modules loses connection, at least one of the power supply controller, the signal processor, and the light source controller in the other set will start the corresponding function according to a preset program.

2. The multi-element control system for unmanned aerial vehicles according to claim 1, characterized in that, The battery casing is a modular casing, with an opening at one end and a contact point on the inside of the opening. The contact point is connected to the signal transmission unit or the notification unit via a tubular connecting line and / or a strip connecting line.

3. The multi-function control system for unmanned aerial vehicles according to claim 2, characterized in that, The battery casing has openings on both sides at one end, one opening being connected to a tubular connecting line and the other opening being connected to a strip connecting line. The tubular connecting line and the strip connecting line are used to realize electrical connection or communication connection.

4. The multi-function control system for unmanned aerial vehicles according to claim 3, characterized in that, The notification unit is equipped with a modular protective housing, and the light source is a lamp matrix; The upper surface of the protective shell is provided with the lamp matrix and striped embossed structure; The protective shell has a connection port on its side for connecting the tubular connecting line and the strip connecting line.

5. The multi-function control system for unmanned aerial vehicles according to claim 4, characterized in that, The bottom of the notification unit and the power supply unit are fixed to the drone's boom by clamps.

6. The multi-function control system for unmanned aerial vehicles according to claim 4, characterized in that, The light source controller is used to control the lamp matrix, so that the lamps in the lamp matrix are turned on, have their brightness changed, and are turned off according to specified rules.

7. The multi-element control system for unmanned aerial vehicles according to claim 6, characterized in that, The drone is equipped with a third communication module, which is communicatively connected to the first communication module and / or the second communication module; The UAV transmits the signal to be output to the first communication module and / or the second communication module through the third communication module.

8. The multi-function control system for unmanned aerial vehicles according to claim 7, characterized in that, The first communication module is used to transmit the signal to be output to the signal processor, the signal processor is used to process the signal to be output to obtain the modulated electrical signal, the electromagnetic signal converter converts the modulated electrical signal corresponding to the signal to be output into a corresponding electromagnetic wave signal, and the first communication module outputs the electromagnetic wave signal.

9. The multi-function control system for unmanned aerial vehicles according to claim 7, characterized in that, The second communication module is used to transmit the signal to be output to the light source controller, and the light source controller causes the lamps in the lamp matrix to light up, change their brightness, and turn off based on the signal to be output.

10. The multi-function control system for unmanned aerial vehicles according to claim 9, characterized in that, The third communication module is connected to the first communication module and / or the second communication module; The first communication module and / or the second communication module are used to acquire external control signals and transmit them to the UAV through the third communication module.

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