A modular container and drone-controlled integrated storage and transportation vehicle

Abstract

This utility model relates to a modular container and an integrated vehicle for controlling and transporting unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), belonging to the field of aerospace technology. It solves the problem of high risks associated with UAV entry and exit from modular containers in existing technologies. This utility model is used for controlling and transporting UAVs, including a storage and transport container. The storage and transport container is equipped with a hoisting mechanism for moving UAVs into or out of the container. The hoisting mechanism includes a guide rail mounted on the top wall of the storage and transport container and a telescopic arm slidingly mounted on the guide rail. The telescopic arm extends or retracts from the container to allow the UAV to enter or exit. This utility model uses a crane arm within the storage and transport container to complete the UAV hoisting, reducing operational risks.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of aerospace technology, and in particular to a container and unmanned aerial vehicle control and storage vehicle. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, the most common integrated modular UAV ground control stations are vehicle-mounted and are mostly used for the storage, transportation, and control of conventionally configured UAVs (single-propeller with rear rotor).

[0003] For coaxial counter-rotating drones, the overall length of conventional drones limits the space available for control and storage, hindering operator work. The large openings for drones entering and exiting the container contradict the electromagnetic compatibility of electronic equipment with such openings. Rectangular containers, designed to meet basic cargo loading clearance requirements for railway transport, have limited height and operating space, further restricting operator work. Using hydraulic tailgates to transfer drones requires operators to constantly monitor both sides and push the drone to a designated position on the tailgate, locking it in place. Furthermore, operators must stand on the edge of the tailgate, posing a risk of falling. Additionally, installing hydraulic tailgates on vehicle chassis reduces departure angle, impacting off-road capability. Utility Model Content

[0004] Based on the above analysis, this utility model aims to provide a container and drone-controlled storage and transportation integrated vehicle to solve the problem of high risks when drones enter and exit the container.

[0005] The objective of this utility model is mainly achieved through the following technical solutions:

[0006] In one aspect of this utility model, a container is provided for unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) controlled storage and transportation, the container including a storage and transportation compartment;

[0007] The storage and transportation compartment is equipped with a hoisting mechanism for moving the UAV into or out of the storage and transportation compartment;

[0008] The hoisting mechanism includes a guide rail installed on the top wall of the storage and transportation compartment and a telescopic arm that slides on the guide rail. The telescopic arm extends or retracts from the container to allow the UAV to enter or exit the compartment.

[0009] Furthermore, the hoisting mechanism also includes a winch and a hook; the winch is located at the outwardly extending end of the telescopic boom, and the hook is installed at the end of the winch for connecting the hoisting equipment of the UAV.

[0010] Furthermore, it also includes a fixing component, which includes a fixing frame; the fixing frame is disposed inside the container and is used to fix the tail section of the UAV; the fixing frame is vertically arranged, and the height direction of the fixing frame is the same as the height direction of the tail fin at the tail end;

[0011] The mounting frame includes two parallel arc-shaped rods, and the tail fin is engaged in the two arc-shaped rods; the arc-shaped rods are provided with slots corresponding to the tail rotor at the tail end, and the tail rotor is engaged in the slots.

[0012] Furthermore, the fixing component also includes a fixing seat; the fixing seat is disposed on the floor of the storage and transportation compartment and is used to fix the landing gear of the UAV; the fixing seat is provided with a locking hook, which is used to hook the connecting rod of the landing gear.

[0013] Furthermore, the storage and transportation cabin has a drone access door and a side door; the drone access door is located on the first vertical end face of the cabin and is used to transfer the fuselage of the drone; the side door is located on the second vertical end face of the cabin, the first vertical end face is perpendicular to the second vertical end face, and the side door is used to transfer the tail section of the drone.

[0014] Furthermore, the container also includes an antenna compartment; the top of the container is recessed downwards to form the antenna compartment, which is used to house the directional measurement and control antenna and the lifting mechanism;

[0015] The antenna compartment has a movable cover; when the directional telemetry and control antenna is extended, the cover is removed; after the directional telemetry and control antenna is lowered, the cover is closed.

[0016] Furthermore, it also includes a control cabin, which is equipped with the drone's telemetry and control equipment. The control cabin and the storage and transportation cabin are arranged side by side. With the direction of travel during the container transfer as the front, the control cabin is in front and the storage and transportation cabin is behind.

[0017] Furthermore, a partition is provided between the control compartment and the storage and transportation compartment; the partition fills one cross-section of the container.

[0018] Furthermore, the top of the modular shelter is beveled.

[0019] Another aspect of this utility model is to provide an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) controlled storage and transportation vehicle, including the aforementioned container.

[0020] Compared with the prior art, the present invention can achieve at least one of the following beneficial effects:

[0021] (1) The storage and transportation cabin of this utility model is used for the storage and transportation of UAVs. The loading and unloading of UAVs is completed by telescopic boom, which saves time and effort, improves operation efficiency, and avoids the complexity of operation and the risk of falling when using hydraulic tail plate device to transfer UAVs.

[0022] (2) The fixing component for fixing a drone of this utility model includes a fixing seat and a fixing frame; the fixing seat is set on the floor of the storage and transportation cabin and is used to fix the landing gear of the drone; the fixing frame is set in the cabin and is used to fix the tail section of the drone. The fixing seat is provided with a locking hook to fix the connecting rod of the landing gear; the fixing frame is set with two arc-shaped rods, and the tail fin is inserted into the middle of the arc-shaped rods. The tail rotor is locked in the groove of the arc-shaped rod to fix the tail section of the drone. The entire fixing device rigidly connects the drone to the storage and transportation cabin, preventing slippage or collision due to bumps, tilting or flipping during transportation and handling. It realizes the quick fixing and removal of the drone and the fixing device, reducing the loading / unloading time; it allows the drone and accessories to be compactly arranged in the storage and transportation carrier, maximizing the use of space and facilitating batch transportation or storage.

[0023] (3) The storage and transportation compartment has a drone access door and a side door. The drone access door is used to transfer the fuselage of the drone, and the side door is used to transfer the detachable tail section of the drone, thereby improving space utilization and transfer efficiency.

[0024] (4) The antenna compartment has a movable cover, which can be used to store the omnidirectional antenna and its lifting mechanism, making operation convenient and efficient.

[0025] (5) The beveled container design ensures both ample space for personnel inside the container and railway passage requirements, resulting in good ergonomics.

[0026] (6) This utility model integrates the measurement and control, storage and transportation, command and control and mobility of the UAV ground station into one, which improves the operation efficiency and response speed, and enhances the mission adaptability and flexibility.

[0027] (7) In this utility model, the control compartment and the storage and transportation compartment are separated by a partition. The control compartment is an independent space, providing a dedicated working space for operators. The storage and transportation compartment with a large door opening is isolated from the control compartment. At the same time, the control compartment is electromagnetically shielded to ensure electromagnetic compatibility.

[0028] In this invention, the above-described technical solutions can be combined with each other to achieve more preferred combinations. Other features and advantages of this invention will be set forth in the following description, and some advantages will become apparent from the description or be learned by practicing this invention. The objectives and other advantages of this invention can be realized and obtained from the details specifically pointed out in the text and accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0029] The accompanying drawings are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of the invention. Throughout the drawings, the same reference numerals denote the same parts.

[0030] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of a drone-controlled integrated storage and transportation vehicle;

[0031] Figure 2 Right view of the drone-controlled storage and transportation vehicle;

[0032] Figure 3 Left view of the drone-controlled storage and transportation vehicle;

[0033] Figure 4 A top view of a drone-controlled integrated storage and transportation vehicle;

[0034] Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the internal structure of the storage and transportation compartment;

[0035] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the control cabin;

[0036] Figure 7 A schematic diagram of a crane arm for hoisting a drone into a storage and transportation module;

[0037] Figure 8 A schematic diagram of the structure for the crane to lift the drone out of the cabin;

[0038] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the structure for the drone to retract its boom after exiting the drone's cabin and landing.

[0039] Figure label:

[0040] 1-Vehicle body; 2-Container; 21-Block; 22-Storage and transportation compartment; 221-Side door; 222-Auxiliary door; 223-UAV access door; 23-Control compartment; 231-Emergency door; 24-Antenna compartment; 241-Cover plate; 25-Diesel generator compartment; 26-Spare parts compartment; 27-Signal door; 28-Compartment door; 3-Helicopter boom; 4-Fixed assembly; 41-Fixed base; 42-Fixed frame; 5-Directional telemetry and control antenna; 6-Omnidirectional telemetry and control antenna; 7-UAV; 71-UAV fuselage; 711-Landing gear; 72-Tail section. Detailed Implementation

[0041] The preferred embodiments of the present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings, which constitute a part of the present invention and are used together with the embodiments of the present invention to illustrate the principles of the present invention, but are not intended to limit the scope of the present invention.

[0042] Example 1

[0043] A specific embodiment of this utility model discloses a modular shelter, such as... Figure 1 As shown, the container 2 is used for unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) controlled storage and transportation, and includes a storage and transportation compartment 22.

[0044] The storage and transportation compartment 22 is equipped with a hoisting mechanism for moving the UAV 7 into or out of the storage and transportation compartment 22.

[0045] The hoisting mechanism includes a guide rail installed on the top wall of the storage and transportation compartment and a telescopic arm that slides on the guide rail. The telescopic arm extends or retracts from the container to allow the UAV 7 to enter or exit the compartment.

[0046] In this embodiment, a storage and transportation compartment 22 is provided. The loading and unloading of the drone 7 is completed by the telescopic boom 3, which saves time and effort, improves operational efficiency, and avoids the complexity of operation and the risk of falling when using a hydraulic tailgate device to transfer the drone 7.

[0047] Specifically, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the container 2 includes a storage and transportation compartment 22; the storage and transportation compartment 22 is used for storing and transporting the drone 7.

[0048] like Figures 3-5 As shown, the storage and transportation compartment 22 is equipped with a hoisting mechanism for moving the UAV 7 into or out of the storage and transportation compartment 22.

[0049] like Figure 3 As shown, the hoisting mechanism is located on the top wall of the storage and transportation compartment 22. Exemplarily, the hoisting mechanism is a telescopic boom 3. The telescopic boom 3 includes a telescopic arm, a winch, and a hook. The winch is located at the outwardly extending end of the telescopic arm, and the hook is installed at the end of the winch for connecting the hoisting equipment for the UAV. The telescopic boom 3 can extend or retract into the compartment 2 as the telescopic arm extends, enabling the UAV 7 to enter or exit the compartment. Specifically, as... Figures 3-5 As shown, the boom 3 lifts the drone body 71. After being lifted, the hydraulic cylinder extends the boom 3 along with the front section of the drone out of the tailgate 223. Then, the winch lowers the front section of the drone to the ground, and the boom 3 retracts, completing the transfer operation.

[0050] Storage and transport compartment 22 is used for storing and transporting the coaxial counter-rotating UAV 7, its propeller box, and its support equipment. For example... Figure 2 and Figure 6 As shown, the storage and transportation compartment 22 has a drone access door 223 and a side door 221. The drone access door 223 is used to transfer the fuselage of the drone 7, and the side door 221 is used to transfer the detachable tail section 72 of the drone 7, improving space utilization and transfer efficiency. Figure 7 As shown, the storage and transportation compartment 22 is also equipped with an auxiliary door 222, which is used to unlock the pressure plate of the drone fixing component 4 inside the compartment.

[0051] Furthermore, such as Figure 5As shown, it also includes a fixing component 4. The fixing component 4 includes a fixing seat 41; the fixing seat 41 is disposed on the floor of the storage and transportation compartment 22 for fixing the landing gear 711 of the UAV 7; the fixing frame 42 is disposed inside the container 2 for fixing the tail section 72 of the UAV 7.

[0052] The mounting base 41 is equipped with a locking hook. The locking hook can hook onto the connecting rod of the landing gear 711 to secure the UAV fuselage 71.

[0053] The fixing component 4 also includes a fixing frame 42; the fixing frame 42 is arranged longitudinally, and the height direction of the fixing frame 42 is the same as the height direction of the tail fin of the tail section 72. The fixing frame 42 includes two parallel arc-shaped rods, and the tail fin is engaged between the two arc-shaped rods; the arc-shaped rods are provided with slots corresponding to the tail rotor of the tail section 72, and the tail rotor is engaged in the slots.

[0054] In this embodiment, the fixing component 4 rigidly connects the drone 7 to the storage and transportation cabin 22 to prevent slippage or collision during transportation and handling due to bumps, tilting or overturning. This enables the drone 7 to be quickly fixed and removed from the fixing component 4, reducing loading and unloading time. It also allows the drone 7 and accessories to be arranged compactly in the cabin 2, maximizing space utilization and facilitating transportation or storage.

[0055] Furthermore, the modular container 2 also includes a control compartment 23; the control compartment 23 is arranged side by side with the storage and transportation compartment 22. Taking the direction of travel during container transport as the front, the control compartment 23 is in front, and the storage and transportation compartment 22 is behind. The control compartment 23 is used to store measurement and control equipment, and the control compartment 23 is separated from the storage and transportation compartment 22 by a partition 21; the partition 21 fills one cross-section of the modular container 2. The control compartment 23 is an electromagnetic shielding compartment.

[0056] The control cabin 23 is separated from the storage and transportation cabin 22 by a dedicated partition 21. This partition provides operators with a dedicated workspace, avoiding the problem of cramped and inconvenient operation found in existing container cabin 2. Furthermore, the control cabin 23 houses electronic equipment, display and control equipment, power distribution equipment, antennas, and a generator set, and is electronically shielded. The partition 21 protects the electronic equipment in the control cabin 23 from the impact of drones entering and exiting the storage and transportation cabin 22, ensuring that the electromagnetic compatibility of the control cabin 23 is not compromised.

[0057] like Figure 1 As shown, the control cabin 23 is equipped with display and control equipment, seats, etc., and provides operating space for personnel; Figure 7 As shown, the control cabin 23 is equipped with an emergency door 231 for emergency escape of personnel inside the cabin.

[0058] Furthermore, such as Figure 1 As shown, the shelter 2 also includes an antenna compartment 24. The top of the shelter 2 is recessed downwards to form the antenna compartment 24, which is used to house the directional measurement and control antenna 5 and the lifting mechanism.

[0059] The directional telemetry and control antenna 5 is used for telemetry and control of coaxial counter-rotating unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). Before operation, the directional telemetry and control antenna 5 is raised to the roof of the vehicle by a lifting mechanism, and in the retractable state, it is lowered and retracted into the antenna compartment 24 inside the container 2.

[0060] like Figure 8 As shown, the antenna compartment 24 has a movable cover 241 on top. The cover 241 can move to both sides via sliding rails on both sides, revealing an opening at the top of the antenna compartment 24 after movement. The directional control antenna 5 is raised by a lifting mechanism and extends out of the opening. After the directional control antenna 5 is lowered by the lifting mechanism, it enters the opening, and the cover 241 closes. The directional control antenna 5 and its lifting mechanism are housed by opening and closing the movable cover 241, making operation convenient and efficient, and protecting the antenna compartment 24 from water leakage.

[0061] like Figure 6 As shown, the top of the shelter 2 is also equipped with an omnidirectional telemetry and control antenna 6 and a folding mechanism. The omnidirectional telemetry and control antenna 6 serves as a backup telemetry and control link antenna and is mounted on the rocker arm of the folding mechanism. In the deployed state, the folding mechanism raises the omnidirectional telemetry and control antenna 6, and in the maneuvering state, the folding mechanism folds the omnidirectional telemetry and control antenna 6 to the top of the shelter 2.

[0062] Furthermore, such as Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, the shelter 2 also includes a spare parts compartment 26 and a diesel generator compartment 25. The diesel generator compartment 25 houses a diesel generator set, with a door that opens to the left and features a ventilation grille design. The spare parts compartment 26 is used to store auxiliary equipment and opens outwards.

[0063] like Figure 8 As shown, the top of the shelter 2 is beveled. The beveled design ensures ample space for personnel inside the shelter 2 and meets the requirements for railway passage, resulting in good ergonomics.

[0064] Example 2

[0065] This embodiment discloses a drone-controlled storage and transportation vehicle, including a vehicle body 1 and a container 2 as described in Embodiment 1; the container 2 is disposed on the vehicle body 1.

[0066] Specifically, such as Figure 9 As shown, the modular cabin 2 is mounted on the vehicle body 1 and carried by the carrier vehicle. It has off-road mobility and improves the mission flexibility and adaptability of the UAV 7 ground station.

[0067] This embodiment integrates the telemetry, measurement and control, storage and transportation, command and control, and mobility of the UAV's seven ground stations into one, improving operational efficiency and response speed, and enhancing mission adaptability and flexibility.

[0068] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model, but the protection scope of the present utility model is not limited thereto. Any changes or substitutions that can be easily conceived by those skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A shelter for unmanned aerial vehicle control storage and transport, characterized in that, The container (2) includes a storage and transportation compartment (22); The storage and transportation compartment (22) is equipped with a hoisting mechanism for moving the UAV (7) into or out of the storage and transportation compartment (22); The hoisting mechanism includes a guide rail installed on the top wall of the storage and transportation compartment (22) and a telescopic arm that slides on the guide rail. The telescopic arm extends or retracts from the container (2) to enable the UAV (7) to enter or exit the compartment.

2. The shelter of claim 1, wherein, The hoisting mechanism also includes a winch and a hook; the winch is located at the outwardly extending end of the telescopic boom, and the hook is installed at the end of the winch for connecting the hoisting equipment of the UAV.

3. The modular shelter according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a fixing component (4), which includes a fixing frame (42); the fixing frame (42) is disposed inside the container (2) and is used to fix the tail section (72) of the UAV (7); The fixing frame (42) is arranged longitudinally, and the height direction of the fixing frame (42) is the same as the height direction of the tail fin of the tail section (72); The mounting bracket (42) includes two parallel arc-shaped rods, and the tail fin is clamped in the two arc-shaped rods; the arc-shaped rods are provided with a slot corresponding to the tail rotor of the tail section (72), and the tail rotor is clamped in the slot.

4. The shelter of claim 3, wherein, The fixing component (4) also includes a fixing seat (41); the fixing seat (41) is disposed on the floor of the storage and transportation compartment (22) for fixing the landing gear (711) of the UAV (7); the fixing seat (41) is provided with a locking hook for hooking the connecting rod of the landing gear (711).

5. The shelter of claim 1, wherein, The storage and transportation compartment (22) has a drone access door (223) and a side door (221); the drone access door (223) is located on the first vertical end face of the compartment and is used to transfer the fuselage of the drone (7); the side door (221) is located on the second vertical end face of the compartment, the first vertical end face is perpendicular to the second vertical end face, and the side door (221) is used to transfer the tail section (72) of the drone (7).

6. The shelter of claim 1, wherein, It also includes an antenna compartment (24) set on the top of the container; the top of the container is recessed downward to form the antenna compartment (24), which is used to house the directional measurement and control antenna (5) and the lifting mechanism; The antenna compartment (24) has a movable cover plate (241); when the directional measurement and control antenna (5) is extended, the cover plate (241) is removed; After the directional measurement and control antenna (5) lands, the cover plate (241) closes.

7. The shelter of claim 1, wherein, It also includes a control cabin (23); the control cabin (23) is equipped with the drone's measurement and control equipment, and the control cabin (23) and the storage and transportation cabin (22) are arranged side by side; with the direction of travel when the container is transferred as the front, the control cabin (23) is in front and the storage and transportation cabin (22) is behind.

8. The shelter of claim 7, wherein, A partition (21) is provided between the control cabin (23) and the storage and transportation cabin (22); the partition (21) fills one cross-section of the cabin.

9. The shelter of any of claims 1-8, wherein, The top of the container (2) is beveled.

10. A drone-controlled storage and transportation vehicle, comprising the container as described in any one of claims 1-9.

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