Foldable eagle claw gripper suitable for unmanned aerial vehicle

By designing a sliding connection and insert structure for the foldable eagle claw gripper, the problems of easy wear and breakage of the claw tip and difficulty in replacement of the mechanical mantis claw were solved, enabling rapid replacement of the claw tip and convenient maintenance of the equipment.

CN224239618UActive Publication Date: 2026-05-15廖佳慧
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
廖佳慧
Filing Date
2025-06-06
Publication Date
2026-05-15

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Technical Problem

The claw tips of existing mechanical mantis claws are prone to wear and breakage during high-intensity operations and are difficult to replace, especially the bolt fixing method, which makes operation inconvenient.

Method used

A foldable eagle claw gripper suitable for drones has been designed. The claw tip can be easily replaced through a sliding connection and plug structure. The design incorporates an anti-slip layer, weight reduction groove, positioning rod and elastic element to improve stability and convenience.

Benefits of technology

It enables quick and convenient replacement of the claw tip, reduces the risk of wear, and improves operating efficiency and equipment lifespan.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of mechanical mantis claws, and discloses a foldable eagle claw gripping apparatus suitable for an unmanned aerial vehicle, which comprises a mechanical mantis claw main body, the end part of the mechanical mantis claw main body is provided with a rotating block, and the middle position of the end part of the rotating block is slidably connected with a mounting block; and an inserting block is slidably connected to the middle position of the mounting block, the inserting block is slidably connected with the rotating block, a connecting block is fixedly connected to one side of the mounting block, and a claw tip is fixedly connected to the side, away from the mounting block, of the connecting block. According to the foldable eagle claw gripper suitable for the unmanned aerial vehicle, when the claw tip needs to be replaced, only the inserting block needs to be pulled out, then the mounting block, the connecting block and the claw tip are moved, the mounting block is separated from the rotating block, then the mounting block of the claw tip is aligned to the rotating block, and then the inserting block is inserted, so that the whole process is simple, convenient and easy to operate.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of mechanical mantis claw technology, specifically a foldable eagle claw gripper suitable for drones. Background Technology

[0002] When carrying out routine patrols in forest areas, firefighters have innovatively adopted drone-borne technology to precisely suspend lightweight and highly flexible mechanical mantis claws under the drones in the face of complex terrain and emergencies. This device, through biomimetic design, simulates the agile grasping action of a mantis's forelimbs, and can quickly lock onto and grab flammable materials, small obstacles, or suspicious items scattered in the forest. It effectively assists patrol personnel in clearing potential fire hazards in real time, or in quickly transferring accelerants in the early stages of a fire, thereby significantly improving the response speed and efficiency of forest fire prevention and control.

[0003] In practical applications of existing mechanical mantis claws, when in high-intensity work scenarios, such as gripping metal parts or engaging in combat with hard objects, the claw tips are prone to wear and even breakage due to frequent friction and severe impact. Moreover, most mechanical mantis claws currently use bolts to fix the claw tips, which makes the process of replacing the claw tips quite difficult and inconvenient. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this invention provides a foldable eagle claw gripper suitable for drones, making claw tip replacement simpler and more convenient.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a foldable eagle claw gripper suitable for drones, comprising a mechanical mantis claw body, a rotating block installed at the end of the mechanical mantis claw body, an installation block slidably connected to the middle position of the end of the rotating block, an insert block slidably connected to the middle position of the installation block, the insert block being slidably connected to the rotating block, a connecting block being fixedly connected to one side of the installation block, and a claw tip being fixedly connected to the side of the connecting block away from the installation block.

[0006] Furthermore, a slot is provided at the bottom of the mounting block, and a baffle is slidably connected inside the slot, the baffle being fixedly connected to the rotating block.

[0007] Furthermore, an anti-slip layer is fixed to the end of the claw tip away from the connecting block, and weight-reducing grooves are provided on both sides of the claw tip.

[0008] Furthermore, a positioning rod is slidably connected to the middle position of the connecting block, one end of the positioning rod is fixedly connected to a connecting plate, and the other end of the connecting plate is fixedly connected to the insert block.

[0009] Furthermore, an end plate is fixedly connected to the end of the positioning rod away from the connecting plate, and an elastic element is sleeved on the end of the positioning rod away from the connecting plate. One end of the elastic element is fixedly connected to the connecting block, and the other end of the elastic element is fixedly connected to the end plate.

[0010] Furthermore, a protective cover is fitted over the end plate and the elastic element, and the protective cover is fixedly connected to the connecting block.

[0011] Furthermore, a handle is fixed to the side wall of the connecting plate.

[0012] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0013] This foldable claw gripper for drones allows for easy replacement of the claw tip by simply pulling out the insert block, then moving the mounting block, connecting block, and claw tip to detach the mounting block from the rotating block. The mounting block of the claw tip can then be aligned with the rotating block, and finally the insert block can be inserted. The whole process is simple, convenient, and easy to operate. Attached Figure Description

[0014] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0015] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the connection structure between the claw tip and the rotating block of this utility model;

[0016] Figure 3 This is a partial cross-sectional view of the claw tip of this utility model.

[0017] In the diagram: 1. Main body of the mechanical mantis claw; 2. Rotating block; 3. Baffle; 4. Mounting block; 5. Slot; 6. Connecting block; 7. Claw tip; 8. Anti-slip layer; 9. Weight reduction groove; 10. Insertion block; 11. Connecting plate; 12. Positioning rod; 13. End plate; 14. Elastic element; 15. Protective cover; 16. Handle. Detailed Implementation

[0018] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of the present utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments.

[0019] Please see Figure 1-3 A foldable eagle claw gripper suitable for drones includes a mechanical mantis claw body 1, a rotating block 2 installed at the end of the mechanical mantis claw body 1, an installation block 4 slidably connected to the middle position of the end of the rotating block 2, an insert block 10 slidably connected to the middle position of the installation block 4, the insert block 10 being slidably connected to the rotating block 2, a connecting block 6 being fixedly connected to one side of the installation block 4, and a claw tip 7 being fixedly connected to the side of the connecting block 6 away from the installation block 4.

[0020] The foldable eagle claw gripper for drones in this utility model can be easily replaced by simply pulling out the insert block 10, then moving the mounting block 4, connecting block 6, and claw tip 7 to detach the mounting block 4 from the rotating block 2. Then, the mounting block 4 of the claw tip 7 can be aligned with the rotating block 2, and the insert block 10 can be inserted. The whole process is simple, convenient, and easy to operate. In addition, since the mechanical mantis claw body 1 in this utility model is an existing product, it will not be described in detail here.

[0021] like Figure 2 As shown, the bottom of the mounting block 4 is provided with a slot 5, and a baffle 3 is slidably connected inside the slot 5. The baffle 3 is fixedly connected to the rotating block 2.

[0022] Specifically, the baffle 3 restricts the mounting block 4, making it easier for the claw tip 7 to align with the rotating block 2 during installation.

[0023] like Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, an anti-slip layer 8 is fixed to the end of the claw tip 7 away from the connecting block 6, and weight reduction grooves 9 are provided on both sides of the claw tip 7.

[0024] Specifically, the anti-slip layer 8 can increase the friction coefficient of the claw tip 7, giving the claw tip 7 a better gripping effect, while the weight reduction groove 9 can reduce the weight of the claw tip 7, reducing consumables and costs.

[0025] like Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, a positioning rod 12 is slidably connected to the middle position of the connecting block 6. One end of the positioning rod 12 is fixedly connected to a connecting plate 11, and the other end of the connecting plate 11 is fixedly connected to the insert block 10.

[0026] Specifically, the positioning rod 12 is used to restrict the insertion block 10 to prevent the insertion block 10 from being lost or damaged.

[0027] like Figure 3 As shown, the end of the positioning rod 12 away from the connecting plate 11 is fixedly connected to the end plate 13, and the end of the positioning rod 12 away from the connecting plate 11 is fitted with an elastic element 14. One end of the elastic element 14 is fixedly connected to the connecting block 6, and the other end of the elastic element 14 is fixedly connected to the end plate 13.

[0028] Specifically, the elastic element 14 and the positioning rod 12 are used to limit the insertion block 10, thereby making the connection between the mounting block 4 and the rotating block 2 more stable.

[0029] like Figure 3 As shown, a protective cover 15 is fitted over the end plate 13 and the elastic member 14, and the protective cover 15 is fixedly connected to the connecting block 6.

[0030] Specifically, the protective cover 15 protects the elastic element 14 to prevent damage to the elastic element 14.

[0031] like Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, a handle 16 is fixedly attached to the side wall of the connecting plate 11. It is easier and more convenient to move the connecting plate 11 by pulling it with the handle 16.

[0032] Although embodiments of the present invention 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 the present invention.

Claims

1. A foldable eagle claw gripper suitable for drones, comprising a mechanical mantis claw body (1), characterized in that, The mechanical mantis claw body (1) has a rotating block (2) installed at its end. A mounting block (4) is slidably connected to the middle position of the end of the rotating block (2). An insert block (10) is slidably connected to the middle position of the mounting block (4). The insert block (10) is slidably connected to the rotating block (2). A connecting block (6) is fixed to one side of the mounting block (4). A claw tip (7) is fixed to the side of the connecting block (6) away from the mounting block (4).

2. A foldable talon gripper suitable for drones according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom of the mounting block (4) is provided with a slot (5), and a baffle (3) is slidably connected inside the slot (5). The baffle (3) is fixedly connected to the rotating block (2).

3. A foldable talon gripper suitable for drones according to claim 1, characterized in that, The claw tip (7) is fixed with an anti-slip layer (8) at one end away from the connecting block (6), and weight reduction grooves (9) are provided on both sides of the claw tip (7).

4. A foldable talon gripper suitable for drones according to claim 1, characterized in that, A positioning rod (12) is slidably connected to the middle position of the connecting block (6). One end of the positioning rod (12) is fixedly connected to a connecting plate (11), and the other end of the connecting plate (11) is fixedly connected to the insert block (10).

5. A foldable talon gripper suitable for drones according to claim 4, characterized in that, The end of the positioning rod (12) away from the connecting plate (11) is fixedly connected to the end plate (13), and the end of the positioning rod (12) away from the connecting plate (11) is fitted with an elastic element (14). One end of the elastic element (14) is fixedly connected to the connecting block (6), and the other end of the elastic element (14) is fixedly connected to the end plate (13).

6. A foldable talon gripper suitable for drones according to claim 5, characterized in that, The end plate (13) and the elastic element (14) are covered with a protective cover (15), which is fixedly connected to the connecting block (6).

7. A foldable talon gripper suitable for drones according to claim 4, characterized in that, A handle (16) is fixed to the side wall of the connecting plate (11).