Reconnaissance ball
By integrating the spherical outer shell and inner shell design with the drive motor and power supply system, the problems of large size, heavy weight, inaccurate operation, and unstable power supply of traditional reconnaissance equipment are solved, enabling the reconnaissance equipment to operate efficiently, flexibly, and stably in complex environments.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- GUANGZHOU XINGBAO INFORMATION TECH
- Filing Date
- 2025-04-29
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-19
AI Technical Summary
Traditional reconnaissance equipment is large and heavy, with scattered functional modules, insufficient control precision, unstable power supply, poor anti-interference ability, and cumbersome deployment and retrieval processes, which affects the flexibility and efficiency of the equipment in complex environments.
The design incorporates a spherical outer and inner shell, integrating a drive motor, servo motor, reconnaissance mechanism, and power supply system. The spherical design reduces the overall size, while the motor and servo motor control the rotation of the inner shell. The integrated power supply system ensures a continuous power supply, reduces external interference, and enables rapid deployment and retrieval of the reconnaissance equipment.
It improves the portability and flexibility of the equipment, enhances the control precision and signal stability, ensures long-term continuous operation, simplifies the operation process, and adapts to the needs of various reconnaissance missions.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to a reconnaissance ball. Background Technology
[0002] With the rapid development of surveillance and reconnaissance technologies, traditional reconnaissance equipment faces a series of technical defects, which restrict its application and performance improvement in complex environments.
[0003] Excessive size and weight: Many existing reconnaissance devices are designed to be bulky and heavy, limiting their flexibility in confined spaces or complex environments. This limitation in size and weight makes the devices less portable and mobile during covert reconnaissance, reducing their efficiency.
[0004] Dispersed functional modules: Traditional reconnaissance equipment often designs different functional modules (such as drive, power supply, and reconnaissance) separately, resulting in a complex overall structure and difficult assembly. This design not only increases manufacturing and maintenance costs but may also affect the stability and reliability of the equipment.
[0005] Insufficient control precision: In existing technologies, the motion control systems of many reconnaissance devices are not flexible enough, making it difficult to achieve precise control of individual components. This lack of control precision may lead to the failure of reconnaissance missions or deviations in data acquisition, affecting the effectiveness of reconnaissance.
[0006] Unstable power supply: Traditional reconnaissance equipment typically relies on external power sources or large batteries, making it difficult to provide continuous and stable power during long-term reconnaissance operations. This leads to frequent power outages during use, affecting the continuity of operations.
[0007] Poor anti-interference capability: In complex working environments, the signal transmission of existing reconnaissance equipment is easily interfered with, resulting in data loss or signal instability, which seriously affects the efficiency and reliability of reconnaissance missions.
[0008] The deployment and retrieval process is cumbersome: the deployment and retrieval mechanisms of existing reconnaissance equipment are often complex in design, requiring a long time and effort, reducing the timeliness of mission execution, and failing to adapt to rapidly changing reconnaissance needs. Utility Model Content
[0009] This utility model provides a reconnaissance ball that effectively solves the technical problems of reconnaissance equipment in terms of size, stability, power supply and flexibility through innovative structural design and multi-functional integration.
[0010] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve its technical problem is:
[0011] A reconnaissance ball includes:
[0012] The spherical shell includes a first outer shell and a second outer shell that cooperates with the first outer shell to form a spherical structure;
[0013] The spherical inner shell includes a first inner shell disposed within a first outer shell and a second inner shell disposed within a second outer shell;
[0014] The drive motor includes a first motor disposed in the first inner housing for controlling the rotation of the first inner housing, and a second motor disposed in the second inner housing for controlling the rotation of the second inner housing;
[0015] The servo motor, located between the first inner housing and the second inner housing, includes a deployment mechanism for driving the first motor and the second motor to deploy and retract, a reconnaissance mechanism for conducting reconnaissance operations, and a battery mechanism for power supply.
[0016] Preferably, the retraction mechanism includes guide posts mounted on the first motor and the second motor, a guide sleeve mounted inside the servo motor and connected to the guide posts, and a linear motor for driving the guide posts and moving the spherical inner shell to retract and extend.
[0017] Preferably, the reconnaissance device includes an annular mounting slot mounted on the servo motor, an antenna, a lower mounting plate, and a USB charging port mounted in the annular mounting slot, and a camera mounted in the servo motor facing the annular mounting slot.
[0018] Preferably, both the antenna and the lower mounting plate are curved and plate-shaped, and are rotatably connected to the servo motor within the annular mounting slot.
[0019] Preferably, the ring-shaped mounting groove has a cutout hole located at the orientation of the camera.
[0020] Preferably, the spherical outer shell is a rubber shell, and the surface is provided with anti-slip texture to increase friction.
[0021] Preferably, the spherical outer shell and the spherical inner shell are connected by screws, and the surface of the spherical outer shell is provided with a number of screw holes, which are evenly distributed in the middle and on both sides of the spherical outer shell.
[0022] Preferably, the spherical inner shell is made of aluminum alloy and is hollowed out, with through holes that mate with screw holes.
[0023] Preferably, the servo is provided with several screw holes that mate with screw holes, which are located on both sides of the annular mounting groove.
[0024] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:
[0025] By designing a spherical outer and inner shell, the size of the device can be effectively reduced, improving portability and facilitating reconnaissance in confined spaces. Integrating multiple functional modules (such as drive motors, servo motors, reconnaissance mechanisms, and power supply mechanisms) solves the problems of large size and heavy weight in traditional reconnaissance equipment, improving overall flexibility and efficiency. Using a first and second motor to control the rotation of the inner shell, in conjunction with the servo motor's extension and retraction mechanism, enhances the device's maneuverability, enabling more precise reconnaissance and monitoring. A battery mechanism ensures continuous power supply to the reconnaissance ball in various environments, improving the device's operating time and reliability. The integrated reconnaissance mechanism allows the device to quickly deploy and retract in different working environments, adapting to the needs of various reconnaissance tasks and improving work efficiency. The spherical design reduces interference from the external environment, improves signal transmission stability, and ensures the accuracy of reconnaissance data. Attached Figure Description
[0026] Figure 1 This is an exploded front view of the internal structure of this utility model;
[0027] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the rear side of the internal structure of this utility model;
[0028] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the unfolded walking state of this utility model;
[0029] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the closed state of this utility model. Detailed Implementation
[0030] The principles and features of this utility model are described below. The examples given are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of this utility model. The utility model is described more specifically by way of example in the following paragraphs. The advantages and features of this utility model will become clearer from the following description and claims.
[0031] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention pertains. The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the invention. The term "and / or" as used herein includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.
[0032] Example
[0033] Combination Figure 1-4 As shown, a reconnaissance ball includes:
[0034] The spherical shell 1 includes a first shell body 11 and a second shell body 12 that cooperates with the first shell body 11 to form a spherical structure;
[0035] The spherical inner shell 2 includes a first inner shell 21 disposed within a first outer shell 11 and a second inner shell 22 disposed within a second outer shell 12;
[0036] The drive motor 3 includes a first motor 31 disposed in the first inner housing 21 for controlling the rotation of the first inner housing 21, and a second motor 32 disposed in the second inner housing 22 for controlling the rotation of the second inner housing 22;
[0037] Servo motor 4 is disposed between the first inner housing 21 and the second inner housing 22, and includes a retraction mechanism 41 for driving the first motor 31 and the second motor 32 to extend and retract, a reconnaissance mechanism 42 for conducting reconnaissance operations, and a battery mechanism 43 for power supply.
[0038] The spherical outer shell 1 makes the reconnaissance ball small in size and light in weight, easy to carry and deploy, and suitable for use in confined or complex environments, improving the mobility of the equipment. The two inner shells are each equipped with a drive motor 3, which can independently control their rotation, enhancing the flexibility and adaptability of the reconnaissance ball and enabling it to better cope with various reconnaissance missions. By integrating the drive motor 3, servo motor 4, reconnaissance mechanism 42 and power supply system into a compact structure, the design and manufacturing of the equipment are simplified, the convenience and efficiency of operation are improved, and the possibility of system failure is reduced.
[0039] The servo motor 4, located between the inner and outer housings, can precisely control the deployment and retraction of the motor, improving the flexibility and accuracy of reconnaissance operations and ensuring that the equipment can reach its optimal state when performing tasks. The spherical design helps to reduce interference from the external environment, enhances the stability of signal transmission, and ensures the accuracy and reliability of reconnaissance data. The built-in battery mechanism 43 ensures the power supply of the reconnaissance ball during long-term operation, avoiding the problems of frequent charging or power outages, and improving the continuity and effectiveness of the mission.
[0040] This solution supports multiple reconnaissance functions. The deployable reconnaissance mechanism 42 can quickly adapt to different reconnaissance needs and meet diverse application scenarios. The integrated design not only facilitates the operation of the equipment but also simplifies the maintenance process, reduces the cost of use, and improves the user experience. The spherical shell 1 can effectively resist a certain degree of impact and collision, improve the equipment's resistance to damage in harsh environments, and ensure the smooth progress of reconnaissance missions.
[0041] The retraction mechanism 41 includes a guide post 411 mounted on the first motor 31 and the second motor 32, a guide sleeve 412 mounted inside the servo motor 4 and connected to the guide post 411, and a linear motor 413 for driving the guide post 411 to extend and retract the spherical inner shell 2.
[0042] By using a linear motor 413 to drive the guide column 411, rapid and smooth deployment and retraction actions can be achieved, improving the operational efficiency of the reconnaissance ball and enabling it to quickly adapt to different mission requirements. Through the guide column 411 set on the first motor 31 and the second motor 32, combined with the precise control of the servo motor 4, high-precision adjustment of the deployment and retraction process can be achieved, ensuring that the reconnaissance equipment reaches the optimal working state when performing missions. This deployment and retraction mechanism 41 integrates multiple functions into one system, simplifying the design, improving the compactness of the overall structure, reducing the complexity of mechanical parts, lowering the failure rate, and enhancing the reliability of the equipment.
[0043] By independently controlling each motor, the retraction mechanism 41 can adapt to different working environments and task requirements, increasing the reconnaissance ball's application capabilities in various scenarios. The design of the guide column 411 and guide sleeve 412 ensures stability during the deployment and retraction process, reduces the shaking or deviation of mechanical parts during operation, and improves the reliability of the system. Due to the compactness and integrated nature of this design, it can effectively reduce the interference of the external environment on the equipment and ensure normal operation in complex environments.
[0044] The retraction mechanism 41 is designed to facilitate maintenance and troubleshooting, simplifying the operation process and making it easier for users to use and manage the equipment. Through the rapid retraction mechanism, the mechanism can quickly deploy the reconnaissance equipment when needed, improving the timeliness of mission execution and ensuring that the required information is obtained at critical moments. The spherical inner shell 2 saves space when retracted, making the reconnaissance ball more convenient to store and transport, and suitable for deployment needs in various reconnaissance scenarios.
[0045] The reconnaissance device 42 includes an annular mounting slot 421 mounted on the servo motor 4, an antenna 422, a lower mounting plate 423 and a USB charging port 424 mounted in the annular mounting slot 421, and a camera 425 mounted in the servo motor 4 and facing the annular mounting slot 421.
[0046] By integrating the antenna 422, the lower mounting plate 423, the USB charging port 424, and the camera 425 into the annular mounting slot 421, the structure of the device is simplified, making the overall layout more compact and easier to install and maintain. The design of the annular mounting slot 421 allows different components to be arranged efficiently in a limited space, maximizing the usable space of the device and improving its overall compactness and portability. Placing the antenna 422 in the annular mounting slot 421 can reduce interference that may be encountered during signal transmission, enhance the device's wireless communication capabilities, and improve the stability and reliability of data transmission.
[0047] The design of the USB charging port 424 allows the device to be charged during operation, ensuring the long-term use of the reconnaissance ball, while also facilitating data import and export, thus improving the device's convenience. The design of the camera 425 facing the ring-shaped mounting slot 421 allows for flexible adjustment of the observation angle, improving the flexibility of reconnaissance and enabling more comprehensive capture of information about the surrounding environment. Concentrating all key components in one location facilitates user operation, simplifies the usage process, and enhances the user experience.
[0048] The lower hem fixing plate 423 enhances the stability of the equipment in the unfolded state, ensuring that all components are firmly fixed together during operation, reducing loosening or damage caused by movement; by integrating multiple functions, the equipment can quickly adapt to different needs when performing reconnaissance tasks, meet diverse application scenarios, and improve overall operational efficiency; the design of the annular mounting slot 421 helps protect internal components from external impacts and environmental factors, enhancing the durability and reliability of the reconnaissance mechanism 42.
[0049] The antenna 422 and the lower mounting plate 423 are both curved and plate-shaped, and are rotatably connected to the servo motor 4 in the annular mounting groove 421. The annular mounting groove 421 has a hollow hole 4211, which is located at the facing position of the camera 425.
[0050] The curved, sheet-like antenna 422 and the lower mounting plate 423 can better adapt to the shape of the annular mounting slot 421, maximizing the use of internal space and improving the overall compactness and efficiency of the design. The design that forms a rotating connection with the servo motor 4 allows the antenna 422 and the lower mounting plate 423 to be freely adjusted in angle as needed, which provides more possibilities for the adaptability of the equipment in different working environments and enhances the reconnaissance capability. The curved design of the antenna 422 can improve the signal reception and transmission capability, reduce signal interference, improve communication quality, and thus enhance the data transmission stability of the equipment when performing tasks.
[0051] The perforated hole 4211 is positioned precisely where the camera 425 faces, ensuring that there are no obstructions when the camera 425 is shooting and monitoring, thereby improving the clarity and accuracy of image acquisition. This design makes component replacement and maintenance more convenient, allowing users to easily access each part and reducing maintenance costs and time. The design of the lower fixing plate 423, combined with the antenna 422, helps to provide greater stability, preventing loosening during movement or operation and ensuring the overall reliable operation of the device.
[0052] The curved, sheet-like design not only meets the functional requirements but also enhances the appearance of the equipment, resulting in a better aesthetic effect and making the reconnaissance mechanism 42 more visually appealing. The flexible structural design allows the equipment to adapt to different environments and conditions, improving its operational capabilities in complex or variable environments. The relatively lightweight curved, sheet-like components reduce the overall weight of the reconnaissance mechanism 42, making it easier to carry and deploy, and improving operational convenience.
[0053] The spherical outer shell 1 is a rubber shell, and the surface is provided with anti-slip texture to increase friction; the spherical outer shell 1 and the spherical inner shell 2 are connected by screws, and the surface of the spherical outer shell 1 is provided with a number of screw holes, which are evenly distributed in the middle and on both sides of the spherical outer shell 1.
[0054] The rubber housing has excellent wear resistance and impact resistance, which can effectively protect the internal components from external impacts and damage, extending the service life of the equipment; the anti-slip texture increases the friction coefficient of the housing, ensuring a good grip even on wet or smooth surfaces during use, reducing the risk of slipping or loss of control; the screw connection design simplifies the installation and disassembly process of the housing, allowing users to easily maintain, repair or replace internal components, reducing maintenance costs.
[0055] The screw holes are evenly distributed in the middle and on both sides, which can evenly distribute the force, enhance the stability of the overall structure, and prevent damage or deformation caused by uneven force during operation; the rubber material usually has good sealing performance, which, together with the screw connection, can effectively prevent the intrusion of water and dust, improving the applicability of the equipment in outdoor or harsh environments; the rubber material is relatively light, which can reduce the overall weight of the equipment, making it easy to carry and operate, without affecting the durability of the equipment.
[0056] The spherical design combined with the anti-slip texture gives the device a more modern look, while the texture also provides additional visual appeal, enhancing the product's attractiveness. This structural design allows the device to be used in a variety of scenarios, including outdoor adventures, industrial applications, or scientific research activities, meeting the needs of different users. The properties of the rubber material help dissipate heat, preventing the device from overheating and affecting its performance, ensuring reliability during long-term operation. The rubber material also has a certain degree of resistance to chemicals, making the device more durable and safer in various environments.
[0057] The spherical inner shell 2 is made of aluminum alloy and is hollow. The spherical inner shell 2 has through holes that mate with screw holes. The servo motor 4 has several screw holes that mate with screw holes, and these screw holes are located on both sides of the annular mounting groove 421.
[0058] Aluminum alloy material has good strength and lightweight properties, which can reduce the overall weight while maintaining structural stability, thus improving the portability and operational flexibility of the equipment. The hollow design facilitates air circulation, improves heat dissipation efficiency, and reduces the temperature of the equipment under high load, thereby extending the service life of internal components. The matching design of through holes and screw holes ensures a tight connection between the servo motor 4 and the spherical inner shell 2, improving the stability of the overall structure and reducing vibration and displacement during movement.
[0059] The design of through holes and screw holes allows users to easily install and remove servo motor 4, simplifying the maintenance and repair process and improving operational convenience. Given that the screw holes of servo motor 4 are located on both sides of the annular mounting groove 421, the force can be evenly distributed, improving the support capacity of servo motor 4 and the impact resistance of the overall device. The hollow design provides better layout space for internal components, helps to reduce internal heat accumulation, and leaves more installation space for other electronic components.
[0060] Aluminum alloys typically have good corrosion resistance, maintaining good appearance and performance under various environmental conditions, enhancing the durability of the equipment; the through-hole design allows users to flexibly adjust and replace the servo motor 4 or other components as needed, providing greater design flexibility; this design structure is suitable for various working environments, including harsh outdoor conditions, ensuring the normal operation of the equipment in complex environments.
[0061] The above embodiments of this utility model are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this utility model. The implementation of this utility model is not limited thereto. All other modifications, substitutions or alterations made to the above structure of this utility model based on the above content of this utility model and in accordance with the common technical knowledge and conventional means in the field, without departing from the basic technical idea of this utility model, shall fall within the scope of protection of this utility model.
Claims
1. A surveillance ball, characterized in that, Including: The spherical shell includes a first outer shell and a second outer shell that cooperates with the first outer shell to form a spherical structure; The spherical inner shell includes a first inner shell disposed within a first outer shell and a second inner shell disposed within a second outer shell; The drive motor includes a first motor disposed in the first inner housing for controlling the rotation of the first inner housing, and a second motor disposed in the second inner housing for controlling the rotation of the second inner housing; The servo motor, located between the first inner housing and the second inner housing, includes a deployment mechanism for driving the first and second motors to deploy and retract, a reconnaissance mechanism for conducting reconnaissance operations, and a battery mechanism for power supply.
2. The spy ball of claim 1, wherein, The retraction mechanism includes guide posts mounted on the first motor and the second motor, a guide sleeve mounted inside the servo motor and connected to the guide posts, and a linear motor for driving the guide posts and moving the spherical inner shell to unfold and retract.
3. The spy ball of claim 1, wherein, The reconnaissance device includes a ring-shaped mounting slot on the servo motor, an antenna, a lower mounting plate and a USB charging port installed in the ring-shaped mounting slot, and a camera installed in the servo motor facing the ring-shaped mounting slot.
4. The spy ball of claim 3, wherein, Both the antenna and the lower mounting plate are curved and plate-shaped, and are rotatably connected to the servo motor within the annular mounting slot.
5. The spy ball of claim 4, wherein, The ring-shaped mounting groove has a cutout hole, which is located at the orientation of the camera.
6. The spy ball according to any one of claims 1-5, wherein, The spherical outer shell is made of rubber and has anti-slip textures on its surface to increase friction.
7. The spy ball of claim 6, wherein, The spherical outer shell and the spherical inner shell are connected by screws. The surface of the spherical outer shell is provided with several screw holes, which are evenly distributed in the middle and on both sides of the spherical outer shell.
8. The spy ball of claim 7, wherein, The spherical inner shell is made of aluminum alloy and has a hollow design. The spherical inner shell has through holes that match the screw holes.
9. The reconnaissance ball according to claim 8, characterized in that, The servo has several screw holes that mate with screw holes, which are located on both sides of the annular mounting groove.