A space vehicle launch simulation system

By designing a space launch vehicle launch simulation system and combining various simulation equipment and control technologies, the problem of poor display effects of rocket launch scenarios in existing technologies has been solved, realizing a realistic simulation and interactive display of the entire process of space launch vehicles.

CN224400001UActive Publication Date: 2026-06-23CHINA AEROSPACE MUSEUM
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Application Number
CN202423200260.1
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-12-19
Publication Date
2026-06-23
Estimated Expiration
2034-12-19

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Technical Problem

Existing simulated rocket launch scenarios are poorly presented, lacking a complete demonstration of the space launch vehicle's journey from modular transportation to launch.

Method used

A space launch vehicle launch simulation system was designed, including a simulated assembly building, a transfer vehicle, a transfer track, a simulated space launch vehicle, a launch tower, and a synchronized video playback component. Combined with a smoke generator, lights, and speakers, the system uses PLC control to synchronize actions and simulate the entire launch process.

Benefits of technology

It simulates the entire process of a space launch vehicle from its separate transportation to its launch, enhancing the realism and interactivity of the demonstration and making it easier for the public to understand the workings of a space launch vehicle.

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Abstract

The utility model provides a space vehicle launcher launch simulation system, constitutes this space vehicle launcher launch simulation system, include: analog general assembly building for storing analog space vehicle, analog space vehicle transfer car for loading and driving analog space vehicle horizontal or up and down movement, transfer car track for providing track for the movement of analog space vehicle transfer car, analog space vehicle, analog launching tower for parking analog space vehicle.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of scaled-down model simulation technology, and in particular to a space launch vehicle launch simulation system. Background Technology

[0002] Space launch vehicle technology is a crucial technology driving the development of the space industry, involving multiple stages such as the assembly, transportation, and launch of space launch vehicles. Using scaled-down models to simulate space launch vehicle launches allows the public to understand the specific details of the process more thoroughly and intuitively, achieving a good popular science effect on aerospace knowledge. However, existing simulated rocket launch scenarios only feature a single rocket launch model, resulting in poor demonstration effects. Therefore, to more effectively demonstrate the process of a rocket from its component transportation to its final launch, this utility model provides a simulation device for simulating the entire process of a space launch vehicle's transportation and launch. Summary of the Invention

[0003] To address one of the aforementioned technical deficiencies, this utility model provides a space launch vehicle launch simulation system.

[0004] This utility model provides a space launch vehicle launch simulation system, which comprises:

[0005] The simulated assembly building is used to store simulated space launch vehicles;

[0006] A simulated space launch vehicle transport vehicle is used to carry and move the simulated space launch vehicle horizontally or vertically.

[0007] The transfer vehicle track is used to provide a track for the movement of the simulated space launch vehicle;

[0008] Simulated space launch vehicle;

[0009] A simulated launch tower is used to dock the simulated space launch vehicle.

[0010] Furthermore, the space launch vehicle launch simulation system also includes: a platform sand table, on which the sand table simulates the general assembly building, the transfer vehicle track and the simulated launch tower are all fixed.

[0011] Furthermore, simulated landforms are laid out on the platform sand table.

[0012] Furthermore, the simulated assembly building and the simulated launch tower are respectively equipped with an outer door and a tower door, which can be opened or closed.

[0013] Furthermore, the simulated space launch vehicle transfer vehicle includes a transfer chassis and a side support frame. The simulated space launch vehicle is placed on the transfer chassis and leans against the side support frame. The side support frame has multiple pairs of grippers on its two side walls for embracing the simulated space launch vehicle.

[0014] Furthermore, an ignition guide channel is excavated in the platform sand table, and smoke generators and speakers are installed inside and at the bottom of the simulated space launch vehicle and in the ignition guide channel to simulate the smoke and sound generated when the space launch vehicle is refueled or ignited.

[0015] Furthermore, the space launch vehicle launch simulation system also includes: a synchronous video playback component, used to synchronously play real launch images during the simulated space launch process.

[0016] Furthermore, a transmission rack is laid inside the track of the transfer vehicle, and a servo motor and a transmission gear are installed inside the transfer chassis. The servo motor drives the transmission gear to move along the transmission rack. A guide rail is laid inside the side frame, and the simulated space launch vehicle slides along the guide rail via a servo motor and a nut screw drive.

[0017] Furthermore, lighting fixtures are installed inside the simulated assembly building, the simulated launch tower, and the bottom of the simulated space launch vehicle.

[0018] This utility model has the following technical advantages compared to the prior art:

[0019] 1. The simulation system provided by this utility model can cover the entire process of a space launch vehicle from its separate transportation to its final launch, making it easier for the public to understand the work done before and after a space launch vehicle launch.

[0020] 2. This utility model is equipped with multiple smoke generators, lights and speakers, which realistically reproduce the details of the launch of a spacecraft from an audio-visual perspective.

[0021] 3. This utility model has a synchronous playback component for real images, which can be combined with actual footage to experience the grand occasion of a spacecraft launch. Attached Figure Description

[0022] The accompanying drawings, which are included to provide a further understanding of this application and form part of this application, illustrate exemplary embodiments and are used to explain this application, but do not constitute an undue limitation of this application. In the drawings:

[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of a space launch vehicle launch simulation system according to an embodiment of this utility model:

[0024] Figure 2This is a schematic diagram of the external structure of the simulated general assembly building in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0025] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the transmission structure of the outer door of the main assembly building in an embodiment of this utility model:

[0026] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of a simulated launch tower structure in an embodiment of this utility model:

[0027] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the simulated launch tower door transmission structure in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0028] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the walking structure of a simulated space launch vehicle transport vehicle in an embodiment of this utility model:

[0029] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the rocket ascent structure of a simulated space launch vehicle transporter in an embodiment of this utility model:

[0030] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a simulated space launch vehicle in an embodiment of this utility model:

[0031] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the gripping structure of a simulated space launch vehicle transfer vehicle in an embodiment of this utility model. Detailed Implementation

[0032] To make the technical solutions and advantages of the embodiments of this application clearer, the exemplary embodiments of this application will be described in further detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this application, and not an exhaustive list of all embodiments. It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features in the embodiments of this application can be combined with each other.

[0033] This utility model provides a space launch vehicle launch simulation system, the composition of which is shown in the schematic diagram below. Figure 1 As shown, the space launch simulation system comprises:

[0034] Simulated assembly building 2, used to store simulated space launch vehicles;

[0035] The simulated space launch vehicle transfer vehicle 4 is used to carry and move the simulated space launch vehicle horizontally or vertically.

[0036] The transfer vehicle track is used to provide a track for the movement of the simulated space launch vehicle;

[0037] Simulated space launch vehicle 5;

[0038] Simulated launch tower 3 is used to dock the simulated space launch vehicle.

[0039] The space launch vehicle launch simulation system also includes: a platform sand table 1, on which the sand table simulates the general assembly building, the transfer vehicle track and the simulated launch tower are all fixed.

[0040] The simulated terrain is laid out on the platform sand table 1.

[0041] The simulated assembly building 2 and the simulated launch tower 3 are respectively equipped with an outer door and a tower door, which can be opened or closed.

[0042] The simulated space launch vehicle transfer vehicle 4 includes a transfer chassis and a side frame. The simulated space launch vehicle 5 is placed on the transfer chassis and leans against the side frame. The side frames have multiple pairs of grippers on both sides for embracing the simulated space launch vehicle.

[0043] The platform sand table 1 is equipped with an ignition guide channel. Smoke generators and loudspeakers are installed inside and at the bottom of the simulated space launch vehicle and in the ignition guide channel to simulate the smoke and sound generated when the space launch vehicle is refueled or ignited.

[0044] The space launch vehicle launch simulation system also includes: a synchronous image playback component 6, used to synchronously play real launch images during the simulated space launch process.

[0045] A transmission rack is laid inside the track of the transfer vehicle, and a servo motor and a transmission gear are installed inside the transfer chassis. The servo motor drives the transmission gear to move along the transmission rack. A guide rail is laid inside the side frame, and the simulated space launch vehicle slides along the guide rail via a servo motor and a nut screw drive.

[0046] Lighting fixtures are installed inside the simulated assembly building 3, the simulated launch tower 3, and the bottom of the simulated space launch vehicle 5.

[0047] Example 2

[0048] This utility model provides a space launch vehicle launch simulation system. The technical solution adopted is: a complete proportional restoration of the launch site, including a platform sand table 1, a simulated assembly building 2, a simulated launch tower 3, a simulated space launch vehicle transport vehicle 4, transport vehicle tracks, a simulated space launch vehicle 5, and a synchronous video playback component 6. The platform sand table 1 has an internal frame fixed to the ground, with wooden and ceramic finishes around it, a grassy surface, and a transport vehicle track in the center. The simulated assembly building 2 is based on the real structure, with servo motors installed on the outer doors for opening. The simulated launch tower 3 is based on the real structure, with servo motors installed on the outer doors for opening. The simulated space launch vehicle transport vehicle 4 is based on the real structure, with servo motors installed at the bottom to drive gears and the track in the middle of the platform for mechanical movement, and rising ball bearing slides installed on the side to drive the rocket's ascent and descent. The simulated space launch vehicle 5 is a proportionally modeled version of the actual vehicle, with its bottom fixed to the transport vehicle bracket. The synchronous video playback component 6 has an LED display screen and is installed on the side and rear of the entire model.

[0049] All launching mechanical actions are controlled by a programmable logic controller (PLC), achieving perfect mirror synchronization with the LED display screen.

[0050] The following is a detailed technical solution of this embodiment, providing a simulation system for the transportation of a space launch vehicle from its modular components to its final launch. It includes:

[0051] (1) Platform Sand Table 1: Tracks are laid in the middle;

[0052] (2) Simulated General Assembly Building 2: Located on the left side of the platform sand table;

[0053] (3) Simulated launch tower 3: Located on the right side of the ground platform sand table;

[0054] (4) Simulated space launch vehicle transfer vehicle 4: parked inside the simulated general assembly building;

[0055] (5) Simulated Space Launch Vehicle 5: Located on the transport vehicle

[0056] (6) Synchronous video playback component 6 (including LED display screen): located at the rear side of the platform

[0057] The LED display screen plays images synchronously with all the launch scene actions.

[0058] The appearance and terrain of the scene model are identical to those of the actual launch scene.

[0059] The simulated assembly building 2 and the simulated launch tower 3 are equipped with LED lights inside; the exterior doors are equipped with servo motors.

[0060] The simulated space launch vehicle 5 is equipped with smoke generators and LED lights inside and at the bottom.

[0061] The platform sand table 1 is made according to the real scene, with a rocket ignition guide channel and a smoke generator inside;

[0062] All of the dynamic actions are controlled by a single button operation of the PLC;

[0063] The entire scenario perfectly illustrates the entire process of transporting, assembling, and launching a space launch vehicle (such as the Long March 5 carrier rocket). It is a repeatable operational exercise.

[0064] To achieve these objectives and other advantages of this utility model, the following details the working process of a simulation system for the Long March 5 carrier rocket from its modular transport to its final launch, including the following steps:

[0065] Step 1: Control the LED display screen via PLC to play the entire scene's start screen;

[0066] Step 2: The PLC controls the servo motor to rotate and open the main door of the simulated assembly building 2;

[0067] Step 3: The PLC controls the servo motor to rotate and transport the simulated space launch vehicle 4 to the simulated launch tower 3. The simulated launch tower 3 stops at the designated position based on the sensor signal.

[0068] Step 4: During the simulated space launch vehicle transfer vehicle 4's movement, the PLC controls the servo motor to rotate and open the tower door of the simulated launch tower 3;

[0069] Step 5: The PLC controls the servo motor to rotate and open the gripper on top of the transfer cart;

[0070] Step Six: After the countdown on the LED display ends, the PLC turns on the smoke generator;

[0071] Step 7: The PLC controls the servo motor above the simulated space launch vehicle transfer car 4 to rotate, simulating the rise of the space launch vehicle 5.

[0072] Step 8: Once the simulated space launch vehicle 5 has risen to a certain altitude and stopped, the LED display screen will continue to play subsequent aerial footage;

[0073] Step Nine: Simulate the return of space launch vehicle 5 to its original state;

[0074] Preferably, all the LED displays simultaneously play corresponding real rocket launch footage;

[0075] All mechanical actions are controlled by a single button from the PLC.

[0076] Example 3

[0077] 2. For example Figure 1 The system includes: a platform sand table 1, a simulated assembly building 2, a simulated launch tower 3, a simulated space launch vehicle transport vehicle 4, a simulated space launch vehicle 5, and a synchronized video playback component 6. The platform sand table 1 is fixed to the ground. The simulated assembly building 2 and the simulated launch tower 3 are fixed to the platform sand table 1. The simulated space launch vehicle transport vehicle 4 is fixed inside the simulated assembly building 2. The synchronized video playback component 6 has an LED display screen and is fixed directly behind the platform sand table 1. The outer doors of the simulated assembly building 2 can be opened / closed via a transmission structure. The simulated space launch vehicle transport vehicle 4 can move back and forth between the simulated assembly building 2 and the simulated launch tower 3 via a transmission structure mounted on its bottom. The doors of the simulated launch tower 3 can be opened / closed via a transmission structure. The simulated space launch vehicle 5 can perform launching maneuvers by ascending and descending via a transmission mechanism mounted on the transport vehicle.

[0078] 3. The following is a separate explanation of each part:

[0079] 4. Simulate the external departments of the main assembly building, such as... Figure 2 As shown, it includes 5 sets of external doors 8-12; the door transmission structure is as follows Figure 3 The drive consists of a servo motor 15, a reducer 16, a drive shaft 17, a ball bearing 14, and a door panel fixing bracket 13.

[0080] The transmission structure, driven by a motor output and a reducer, rotates the drive shaft via ball bearings, causing the door to rotate 45° left and right, thus completing the opening / closing action. This door transmission structure is installed on the simulated assembly building and is fixed to the door via a door panel mounting bracket.

[0081] 5. Simulated launch tower doors, such as Figure 4 As shown, it includes 3 sets of tower doors 18-20; the tower door transmission structure is as follows. Figure 5 The transmission structure consists of a servo motor 22, a reducer 21, a drive shaft 25, a ball bearing 24, and a door panel fixing bracket 23. The motor output rotates the reducer, which in turn drives the drive shaft via the ball bearing to rotate the door horizontally, completing the opening / closing action. This tower door transmission structure is installed on the simulated launch tower and is connected and fixed to the door via the door panel fixing bracket 23.

[0082] 6. The transmission structure of the simulated space launch vehicle transfer vehicle 4 is as follows: Figure 6As shown, the system comprises a servo motor 26, a reducer 27, a transmission gear 28, a transmission rack 29, a fixed base plate 32, a slider 30, and a slide rail 31. The transmission structure, driven by the motor output rotating the reducer, drives the transmission gear and rack, which in turn cause the slider to move back and forth between the simulated assembly building 2 and the simulated launch tower 3 via the slide rail fixed to the platform. The slider is fixed to the base plate; the base plate is fixed to the simulated space launch vehicle transport vehicle 4.

[0083] 7. Simulated space launch vehicle 5 ascending transmission structure, such as Figure 7 Figure 8 As shown, it comprises a servo motor 38, a reducer 37, a drive shaft (lead screw) 34, a drive ball bearing (nut) 35, a fixed base plate 32, a slider 36, a slide rail 33, a rocket 39, and a support plate 40. The bottom of the simulated space launch vehicle 5 is fixed to the support plate, and the support plate is fixed to the slider and the drive ball bearing. The lifting transmission structure, driven by the reducer rotating the motor output, drives the drive shaft, which in turn moves the slider via the slide rail fixed to the transfer vehicle, thus realizing the lifting and lowering operation of the simulated space launch vehicle 5.

[0084] 8. Claw drive structure as follows Figure 9 As shown, it comprises a servo motor 41, a reducer 42, a drive shaft 45, a drive bearing 43, and a gripper 44. The transmission structure, driven by the motor output rotating the reducer, drives the drive shaft via the drive bearing to rotate the gripper, completing the gripping action. This transmission structure is mounted on the column of the transport vehicle and fixed to the column via a fixed bracket.

[0085] 9. The entire scene is equipped with control circuits and PLC control unit modules, which control all the work of the simulated assembly building, transport vehicle, rocket, simulated launch tower, LED display screen, and the actions of each servo motor.

[0086] Although preferred embodiments of this application have been described, those skilled in the art, upon learning the basic inventive concept, can make other changes and modifications to these embodiments. Therefore, the appended claims are intended to be interpreted as including the preferred embodiments as well as all changes and modifications falling within the scope of this application.

[0087] Obviously, those skilled in the art can make various modifications and variations to this application without departing from the spirit and scope of this application. Therefore, if such modifications and variations fall within the scope of the claims of this application and their equivalents, this application also intends to include such modifications and variations.

Claims

1. A space launch vehicle launch simulation system, characterized in that, The space launch simulation system comprises: The simulated assembly building is used to store simulated space launch vehicles; A simulated space launch vehicle transport vehicle is used to carry and move the simulated space launch vehicle horizontally or vertically. The transfer vehicle track is used to provide a track for the movement of the simulated space launch vehicle; Simulated space launch vehicle; A simulated launch tower is used to dock the simulated space launch vehicle.

2. The space launch vehicle launch simulation system according to claim 1, characterized in that, Also includes: The simulated assembly building, transport vehicle tracks, and simulated launch tower are all fixed on the platform sand table.

3. The space launch vehicle launch simulation system according to claim 2, characterized in that, The platform sand table is covered with simulated terrain.

4. The space launch vehicle launch simulation system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The simulated assembly building and the simulated launch tower are respectively equipped with an outer door and a tower door, which can be opened or closed.

5. The space launch vehicle launch simulation system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The simulated space launch vehicle transport vehicle includes a transport chassis and a side frame. The simulated space launch vehicle is placed on the transport chassis and leans against the side frame. The side frames have multiple pairs of grippers on both sides for embracing the simulated space launch vehicle.

6. The space launch vehicle launch simulation system according to claim 2, characterized in that, The platform sand table is equipped with an ignition guide channel. Smoke generators and speakers are installed inside and at the bottom of the simulated space launch vehicle, as well as in the ignition guide channel, to simulate the smoke and sounds produced when the space launch vehicle is refueling or igniting.

7. The space launch vehicle launch simulation system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The space launch vehicle launch simulation system also includes a synchronous video playback component, used to synchronously play real launch images during the simulated space launch process.

8. The space launch vehicle launch simulation system according to claim 5, characterized in that, A transmission rack is laid inside the track of the transfer vehicle, and a servo motor and a transmission gear are installed inside the transfer chassis. The servo motor drives the transmission gear to move along the transmission rack. A guide rail is laid inside the side frame, and the simulated space launch vehicle slides along the guide rail via a servo motor and a nut screw drive.

9. The space launch vehicle launch simulation system according to claim 1, characterized in that, Lighting fixtures are installed inside the simulated assembly building, the simulated launch tower, and at the bottom of the simulated spacecraft.