Omnidirectional movement type tool platform based on Mecanum wheels

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of conveying tools, in particular to an omni-directional movement type tool platform based on Mecanum wheels, which comprises a chassis, a walking component is arranged below the chassis, and a controller and a communicator are arranged at the chassis; a mounting platform is arranged on the chassis, a vehicle body platform is arranged on the mounting platform, a visual component and a control component are arranged on the vehicle body platform, and a loading component for loading articles is further arranged on the vehicle body platform. By improving the structure of the tool platform, more flexible, convenient and automatic control over the tool platform is achieved, convenience and flexibility of polling operation are improved, manpower consumption of manual polling is reduced, meanwhile, polling efficiency and reliability are improved, and errors are reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of conveying tool technology, specifically to an omnidirectional motion tool platform based on a Mecanum wheel. Background Technology

[0002] Inspection and operation are crucial in industrial production, equipment maintenance, and various complex work scenarios. Traditional manual inspection methods have been widely used, but they have many drawbacks. During manual inspection, subjective factors, physical condition, experience level, and other human factors can significantly affect the inspection results, leading to inconsistent inspection quality and making it easy to miss or misjudge, thus failing to guarantee the stability and reliability of the inspection.

[0003] The mobile platforms currently used for equipment in the field also have significant limitations. Most equipment relies on fixed tracks or linear motion platforms for displacement. Fixed track movement limits the equipment to operating only on pre-set, relatively fixed paths, lacking flexibility and making it difficult to adapt to different layouts and changing requirements in complex and ever-changing working environments. While linear motion platforms can move in a straight line, their mobility and maneuverability are severely insufficient in confined spaces, complex terrain, and scenarios with densely distributed obstacles, hindering efficient task completion. This greatly limits the range of applications for the equipment, making it difficult to carry out operations smoothly in many special environments.

[0004] Furthermore, during equipment operation, due to the differences in the composition of operators and the diversity of operational tasks, some operations require the use of multiple tools. In traditional work models, the frequent changing and carrying of tools increases operational steps and time costs, reducing work efficiency. Especially in some emergency repairs or complex operational scenarios, the inconvenience of tool preparation and switching can lead to work delays, affecting overall production or maintenance efficiency.

[0005] Given the aforementioned problems with existing inspection and operation platforms, there is an urgent need for a new tool platform capable of overcoming these limitations. Therefore, a more reasonable technical solution is required to address the technical problems existing in the current technology. Utility Model Content

[0006] To overcome at least one of the aforementioned defects, this utility model proposes an omnidirectional motion tool platform based on Mecanum wheels. By providing a structure with omnidirectional motion capability, flexibility, adaptability, and effective improvement of operational efficiency, it meets the need to efficiently complete inspection and operation tasks in complex and ever-changing environments.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, the tool platform disclosed in this utility model can adopt the following technical solution:

[0008] An omnidirectional motion tool platform based on Mecanum wheels includes a chassis, a walking component disposed below the chassis, a controller and a communicator disposed on the chassis; a mounting platform disposed on the chassis, a vehicle body platform disposed on the mounting platform, a vision component and a control component disposed on the vehicle body platform, and a cargo-carrying component disposed on the vehicle body platform.

[0009] The aforementioned disclosed tool platform interacts with the server via a communicator to obtain information and commands. These commands are then transmitted to the controller, which controls the operation of the tool platform. During operation, the platform's chassis is driven by a walking component, its vision component acquires image information of the surrounding environment, and its cargo-carrying component transports the corresponding tools. Furthermore, the tool platform can be controlled via a manipulation component to precisely control its movement along a designated route.

[0010] Furthermore, the walking assembly can adopt various schemes and is not limited to one. Here, we optimize and propose one feasible option: the walking assembly includes several walking units distributed on both sides of the vehicle chassis. Each walking unit includes a walking motor, which drives the Mecanum wheel to rotate via a drive shaft. When adopting the above scheme, the number of walking units is four, with two walking units set on each side of the vehicle chassis.

[0011] Furthermore, the specific composition of the walking assembly can be optimized, and its structure is not limited to a single one. Here, one feasible option is proposed: the walking assembly includes a walking base, on which the walking motor and drive shaft are both mounted. A power supply compartment is located on the walking base, and a detachable power supply is housed within the power supply compartment. In this solution, the power supply within the compartment is a battery, which provides the energy required for the entire tool platform's operation.

[0012] Furthermore, the chassis structure can be configured in various forms, and its structure is not limited to a single one. Here, we optimize and propose one feasible option: a control cavity is provided on the chassis, and both the controller and the communicator are located within the control cavity. The mounting platform and the vehicle body platform are sequentially arranged above the chassis, and communication holes for setting up communication lines are provided on the mounting platform and the vehicle body platform. When adopting the above scheme, the controller includes a control motherboard, and the communicator includes at least a WIFI communication module.

[0013] Furthermore, to facilitate the loading of larger objects, the vehicle platform is equipped with corresponding loading components. The structure of these components is not limited to a single design; an optimization is proposed, and one feasible option is suggested: a lifting platform is connected to the vehicle platform, with an anti-slip mat on top of the lifting platform. Several connecting seats for connecting external devices are provided on the sides of the lifting platform. With this solution, the lifting platform provides support for large objects, and the anti-slip mat maintains the stability of the objects.

[0014] Furthermore, the lifting pallet can be raised and lowered in various ways to meet more cargo carrying needs, and its structure is not limited to a single one. Here, we propose one feasible option: the lifting pallet is connected to the vehicle platform via a lifting push rod, and a limiting base is provided on the vehicle platform to cooperate with the lifting push rod. In this solution, the limiting base is fixedly installed on the vehicle platform, and the lifting push rod can be an electric push rod.

[0015] Furthermore, the vision component is used to acquire image data of the surrounding environment to form an image of the surrounding environment. Its structure is not limited to a single one. Here, optimization is carried out and one feasible option is proposed: the vision component includes a movable support rod, the lower end of which is fitted to a connecting seat, and the upper end of which is connected to a camera.

[0016] Furthermore, the structure of the movable support rod can be constructed in various forms and is not limited to a single one. Here, we optimize and propose one feasible option: the movable support rod includes a base, a base rod, and an adjusting rod. The base rod is fitted to the base, and the base is fixedly fitted to the connecting seat. The lower end of the adjusting rod is hinged to the base rod and tightened by a screw fastener. The upper end of the adjusting rod is provided with a flat rotating seat, on which a flat rotating shaft is provided. The camera is connected to the flat rotating shaft. With the above solution, the camera can be adjusted in multiple directions, thereby achieving image recognition and acquisition from different directions.

[0017] Furthermore, the cargo-carrying assembly can be constructed in various forms, and its structure is not uniquely limited. Here, we propose one feasible option: the cargo-carrying assembly includes a box connected to the vehicle platform, and the box is equipped with a removable baffle. When the above solution is adopted, the box is detachably mounted on the vehicle platform.

[0018] Furthermore, the control component includes a control panel rotatably mounted on the vehicle platform, and the control panel is provided with a number of control buttons; when the control panel is flipped to the working position, the control buttons are displayed facing upwards and used for operation; when the control panel is flipped to the hidden position, the control buttons are hidden downwards inside the vehicle platform, and the control panel and the surface of the vehicle platform form an integral plane.

[0019] Compared with the prior art, some of the beneficial effects of the technical solution disclosed in this utility model include:

[0020] This invention improves the structure of the tool platform, enabling more flexible, convenient, and automated control of the tool platform. This enhances the convenience and flexibility of inspection operations, reduces manpower consumption in manual inspections, and improves inspection efficiency and reliability while minimizing errors. Attached Figure Description

[0021] 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 on the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0022] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the tool platform from one perspective.

[0023] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the exploded structure of the tool platform.

[0024] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional structural diagram of the tool platform.

[0025] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the tool platform from another perspective.

[0026] Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional diagram from another perspective of the tool platform.

[0027] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the visual components.

[0028] In the above attached figures, the meanings of each label are as follows:

[0029] 1. Walking base; 2. Power supply compartment; 3. Power supply; 4. Walking motor; 5. Drive shaft; 6. Mecanum wheel; 7. Chassis; 8. Control chamber; 9. Mounting platform; 10. Vehicle body platform; 11. Control components; 12. Box; 13. Baffle; 14. Limiting base; 15. Lifting push rod; 16. Lifting tray; 17. Anti-slip mat; 18. Vision component; 1801. Connecting seat; 1802. Base; 1803. Base rod; 1804. Tightening component; 1805. Adjusting rod; 1806. Flat rotating seat; 1807. Connecting collar; 1808. Flat rotating shaft; 1809. Camera. Detailed Implementation

[0030] The following description, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments, further illustrates this embodiment.

[0031] In view of the fact that the inspection work in the prior art is done manually, which is inefficient, inflexible and prone to errors, the following embodiments are optimized and overcome the defects of the prior art.

[0032] Example

[0033] like Figures 1-6 As shown, this embodiment provides an omnidirectional motion tool platform based on Mecanum wheels 6, including a chassis 7, a walking component disposed below the chassis 7, a controller and a communicator disposed on the chassis 7; a mounting platform 9 disposed on the chassis 7, a vehicle body platform 10 disposed on the mounting platform 9, a vision component 18 and a control component 11 disposed on the vehicle body platform 10, and a loading component for loading items disposed on the vehicle body platform 10.

[0034] The tool platform disclosed in this embodiment interacts with the server via a communicator to obtain instructions. After the instructions are transmitted to the controller, the controller controls the operation of the tool platform. When the tool platform is running, the chassis 7 is driven to move by the walking component, the vision component 18 acquires image information of the surrounding environment, and the cargo-carrying component can carry the corresponding tools. The tool platform can also be controlled by the control component 11 to specifically control its movement along the route.

[0035] This tool platform can turn around 360 degrees on the spot or change its orientation, and can then be used for inspection. With the application of omnidirectional Mecanum wheel 6 technology, it can cover more inspection areas, shorten the inspection cycle, significantly improve inspection efficiency, and promptly detect and deal with potential equipment problems.

[0036] The walking assembly can adopt various schemes and is not limited to one. This embodiment optimizes and adopts one feasible option: the walking assembly includes several walking units distributed on both sides of the chassis 7. Each walking unit includes a walking motor 4, which drives the Mecanum wheel 6 to rotate via a drive shaft 5. When the above scheme is adopted, the number of walking units is four, with two walking units set on each side of the chassis 7.

[0037] The specific composition of the walking assembly can be optimized, and its structure is not limited to a single one. This embodiment optimizes and adopts one feasible option: the walking assembly includes a walking base 1, the walking motor 4 and the drive shaft 5 are both mounted on the walking base 1, and a power supply compartment 2 is provided on the walking base 1, containing a detachable power supply 3. In this scheme, the power supply 3 in the power supply compartment 2 is a battery, which provides the energy required for the entire tool platform to operate.

[0038] The chassis 7 structure can be configured in various forms, and its structure is not limited to a single one. This embodiment optimizes and adopts one feasible option: the chassis 7 is provided with a control cavity 8, and the controller and communicator are both disposed within the control cavity 8. The mounting platform 9 and the vehicle body platform 10 are sequentially arranged above the chassis 7, and the mounting platform 9 and the vehicle body platform 10 are provided with communication holes for setting up communication lines. When adopting the above scheme, the controller includes a control motherboard, and the communicator includes at least a WIFI communication module.

[0039] To facilitate the loading of larger objects, the vehicle platform 10 is equipped with corresponding loading components. The structure of these components is not limited to a single type; this embodiment optimizes the design and adopts one feasible option: a lifting platform 16 is connected to the vehicle platform 10, an anti-slip mat 17 is provided above the lifting platform 16, and several connecting seats 1801 for connecting external devices are provided on the side of the lifting platform 16. With this solution, the lifting platform 16 provides support for large objects, and the anti-slip mat 17 maintains the stability of the objects.

[0040] The lifting pallet 16 can be raised and lowered in various ways to meet more cargo carrying needs. Its structure is not limited to a single method. This embodiment optimizes and adopts one feasible option: the lifting pallet 16 is connected to the vehicle platform 10 via a lifting push rod 15. A limiting base 14 is provided on the vehicle platform 10 to cooperate with the lifting push rod 15. In this solution, the limiting base 14 is fixedly installed on the vehicle platform 10, and the lifting push rod 15 can be an electric push rod.

[0041] The vision component 18 is used to acquire image data of the surrounding environment and form an image of the surrounding environment. Its structure is not limited to a single one. This embodiment optimizes and adopts one of the feasible options: the vision component 18 includes a movable support rod, the lower end of which is fitted to the connecting seat 1801, and the upper end of which is connected to a camera 1809.

[0042] The structure of the movable support rod can be constructed in various forms and is not limited to a single one. This embodiment optimizes and adopts one feasible option: the movable support rod includes a base 1802, a base rod 1803, and an adjusting rod 1805. The base rod 1803 is fitted to the base 1802, and the base 1802 is fixedly fitted to the connecting seat 1801. The lower end of the adjusting rod 1805 is hinged to the base rod 1803 and adjusted and tightened by the tightening member 1804. The upper end of the adjusting rod 1805 is provided with a flat rotating seat 1806, and a flat rotating shaft 1808 is provided on the flat rotating seat 1806. The camera 1809 is connected to the flat rotating shaft 1808. With the above solution, the camera 1809 can be adjusted in multiple directions, thereby realizing image recognition and acquisition in different directions.

[0043] Preferably, a connecting collar 1807 is provided between the flat rotating shaft 1808 and the flat rotating seat 1806.

[0044] The cargo-carrying assembly can be constructed in various forms, and its structure is not limited to a single one. This embodiment optimizes and adopts one feasible option: the cargo-carrying assembly includes a box 12 connected to the vehicle platform 10, and the box 12 is provided with a detachable baffle 13. When the above solution is adopted, the box 12 is detachably disposed on the vehicle platform 10.

[0045] The control component 11 includes a control panel rotatably mounted on the vehicle platform 10, and the control panel is provided with a number of control buttons. When the control panel is flipped to the working position, the control buttons are displayed facing upwards and used for operation. When the control panel is flipped to the hidden position, the control buttons are hidden downwards inside the vehicle platform 10, and the control panel and the surface of the vehicle platform 10 form an integral plane.

[0046] The above are the embodiments listed in this example. However, this example is not limited to the optional embodiments described above. Those skilled in the art can arbitrarily combine the above methods to obtain other various embodiments. Anyone can derive other various forms of embodiments under the guidance of this example. The above specific embodiments should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of this example. The scope of protection of this example should be defined in the claims.

Claims

1. An omnidirectional motion tool platform based on a Mecanum wheel, characterized in that: The vehicle includes a chassis (7), a walking assembly is provided below the chassis (7), a controller and a communicator are provided at the chassis (7); an installation platform (9) is provided on the chassis (7), a vehicle body platform (10) is provided on the installation platform (9), a vision assembly (18) and a control assembly (11) are provided on the vehicle body platform (10), and a cargo loading assembly for loading items is also provided on the vehicle body platform (10).

2. The omnidirectional motion tool platform based on Mecanum wheels according to claim 1, characterized in that: The walking assembly includes several walking units distributed on both sides of the chassis (7). Each walking unit includes a walking motor (4), which drives the Mecanum wheel (6) to rotate via a transmission shaft (5).

3. The omnidirectional motion tool platform based on Mecanum wheels according to claim 2, characterized in that: The walking assembly includes a walking base (1), the walking motor (4) and the transmission shaft (5) are both mounted on the walking base (1), and a power supply compartment (2) is mounted on the walking base (1), with a detachable power supply (3) inside the power supply compartment (2).

4. The omnidirectional motion tool platform based on Mecanum wheels according to claim 1, characterized in that: The chassis (7) is provided with a control cavity (8), and the controller and the communicator are both located in the control cavity (8). The mounting platform (9) and the vehicle body platform (10) are arranged sequentially above the chassis (7). The mounting platform (9) and the vehicle body platform (10) are provided with communication holes for setting up communication lines.

5. The omnidirectional motion tool platform based on Mecanum wheels according to claim 4, characterized in that: The vehicle platform (10) is connected to a lifting plate (16), and an anti-slip mat (17) is provided above the lifting plate (16). Several connecting seats (1801) for connecting external devices are provided on the side of the lifting plate (16).

6. The omnidirectional motion tool platform based on Mecanum wheels according to claim 5, characterized in that: The lifting plate (16) is connected to the vehicle platform (10) via the lifting push rod (15), and the vehicle platform (10) is provided with a limit base (14) that cooperates with the lifting push rod (15).

7. The omnidirectional motion tool platform based on Mecanum wheels according to claim 5, characterized in that: The vision component (18) includes a movable support rod, the lower end of which is fitted to a connecting seat (1801), and the upper end of which is connected to a camera (1809).

8. The omnidirectional motion tool platform based on Mecanum wheels according to claim 7, characterized in that: The movable support rod includes a base (1802), a base rod (1803), and an adjusting rod (1805). The base rod (1803) is fitted to the base (1802), and the base (1802) is fitted and fixed to the connecting seat (1801). The lower end of the adjusting rod (1805) is hinged to the base rod (1803) and adjusted and tightened by a tightening member (1804). The upper end of the adjusting rod (1805) is provided with a flat rotating seat (1806), and a flat rotating shaft (1808) is provided on the flat rotating seat (1806). The camera (1809) is connected to the flat rotating shaft (1808).

9. The omnidirectional motion tool platform based on Mecanum wheels according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cargo assembly includes a box (12) connected to the vehicle platform (10), and the box (12) is provided with a removable baffle (13).

10. The omnidirectional motion tool platform based on Mecanum wheels according to claim 1, characterized in that: The control component (11) includes a control panel rotatably mounted on the vehicle platform (10), and the control panel is provided with several control buttons. When the control panel is flipped to the working position, the control buttons are displayed facing upwards and used for operation. When the control panel is flipped to the hidden position, the control buttons are hidden facing downwards inside the vehicle platform (10), and the control panel and the surface of the vehicle platform (10) form an integral plane.

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