RFID-based shadow rocket launching device

By integrating an RFID scanning antenna and worm gear transmission into the rocket launcher, along with limit components, the problems of information management and transmission mechanism wear in traditional rocket launchers have been solved. This has enabled full automation and precise adjustment of the rocket launch process, improving intelligence and safety.

CN224455566UActive Publication Date: 2026-07-03JIANGSU CLIMATE CENT +1

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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
JIANGSU CLIMATE CENT
Filing Date
2025-07-09
Publication Date
2026-07-03

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Abstract

This utility model relates to an RFID-based manipulator rocket launching device, comprising a base plate, a rotating mechanism fixedly connected to the base plate, a rotating seat rotatably connected to the rotating mechanism, a first driving component for driving the rotating seat to rotate within the rotating mechanism, a flipping seat fixedly connected to the rotating seat, a guide hinged to the flipping seat, and a pitch mechanism for driving the guide to flip on the flipping seat. The guide includes a guide rail structure for carrying and guiding the rocket, and an RFID scanning antenna is mounted on the guide. A first limiting component is provided within the rotating mechanism to limit the rotation of the rotating seat, and a second limiting component is provided within the flipping seat to limit the rotation of the guide. This utility model achieves multi-angle launching of manipulator rockets through the pitch and rotating mechanisms, and realizes automatic collection of ammunition information through the integrated RFID scanning antenna, achieving fully automated management of the rocket from loading, identification to launch.
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Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of meteorological operation equipment, and in particular to an RFID-based artificial meteorological rocket launching device. Background Technology

[0002] Rocket launchers are key equipment in weather modification operations, primarily used to launch rockets into clouds to disperse catalysts for purposes such as increasing rainfall and preventing hail. The precise control over the rocket's launch direction and angle directly determines whether various mission objectives can be successfully achieved. In space launch missions, even minute angular deviations can cause the rocket to deviate from its intended trajectory.

[0003] In terms of ammunition management technology, traditional rocket launchers suffer from serious deficiencies in information management: 1. Ammunition information (projectile number, batch number, catalyst type, etc.) is recorded manually, resulting in a high error rate in field operations; 2. The ammunition loading status lacks real-time monitoring, making "empty launch" accidents prone to occur; 3. The debris recovery process relies on visual search, leading to high errors in locating unexploded ordnance. This extensive management model results in "three loss of control" throughout the ammunition's lifecycle—loss of control over inventory status, loss of control over usage records, and loss of control over safety supervision.

[0004] In terms of launch direction adjustment technology, traditional rocket launchers generally rely on relatively simple mechanical drive structures to rotate the launch platform. Common transmission mechanisms include gear sets and linkage mechanisms, which adjust the horizontal and vertical angles of the launcher, thereby achieving the purpose of adjusting the rocket's launch direction. However, the rocket launch generates extremely strong recoil force, which directly impacts the gear set or linkage mechanism. Prolonged exposure to this powerful impact force causes a rapid increase in the wear rate of the transmission mechanism components. Gear teeth may experience wear and pitting, and the connecting parts of the linkage may loosen and deform due to repeated stress. This makes it difficult to achieve the expected precision in launch direction and angle, introducing significant uncertainty into mission execution. Utility Model Content

[0005] In order to improve the information management level of artificial shadow rocket launchers, this utility model provides an RFID-based artificial shadow rocket launcher.

[0006] The RFID-based artificial rocket launching device provided by this utility model adopts the following technical solution:

[0007] An RFID-based manipulator rocket launching device includes a base plate, a rotating mechanism fixedly connected to the base plate, a rotating seat rotatably connected to the rotating mechanism, a first driving component for driving the rotating seat to rotate within the rotating mechanism, a flipping seat fixedly connected to the rotating seat, a guide hinged to the flipping seat, and a pitch mechanism for driving the guide to flip on the flipping seat. The guide includes a guide rail structure for carrying and guiding the rocket, and an RFID scanning antenna is mounted on the guide. A first limiting component is provided within the rotating mechanism to further restrict the rotation of the rotating seat after the angle of the rotating seat is fixed. A second limiting component is provided within the flipping seat to further restrict the rotation of the guide after the angle of the guide is fixed.

[0008] By adopting the above technical solution and integrating an RFID scanning antenna, automatic collection of ammunition information is achieved, realizing fully automated management of the rocket launcher's entire process from loading and identification to launch. The slewing mechanism is fixedly connected to the base plate, and the rotating seat rotates on the slewing mechanism, allowing for flexible adjustment of the launcher's horizontal orientation. The flipping seat is fixedly connected to the rotating seat, and the directional device is hinged on the flipping seat and driven to flip by the pitch mechanism, allowing for flexible adjustment of the launcher's vertical angle. This meets the diverse launch angle requirements of different launch missions, improving the versatility and adaptability of the RFID-based manned rocket launcher. The first limiting component further restricts the rotation of the rotating seat, and the second limiting component further restricts the rotation of the directional device, thereby reducing the impact of recoil on the first drive component and pitch mechanism during rocket launch, reducing their wear rate, and thus improving their service life and angle adjustment accuracy.

[0009] Optionally, the first drive assembly includes a worm gear and a worm that mesh with each other, a first cavity is provided in the rotary mechanism, the rotating seat extends into the first cavity, the worm gear is coaxially fixedly connected to the rotating seat, the worm is rotatably connected to the rotary mechanism, and a first motor for driving the worm to rotate is fixedly connected in the rotary mechanism.

[0010] By adopting the above technical solution, a worm gear is used as the first driving component, which has a self-locking characteristic. When the first motor drives the worm to rotate, which in turn drives the worm wheel to rotate, and then drives the rotating seat to rotate to the designated position, the self-locking function of the worm gear prevents the rotating seat from rotating unexpectedly due to external forces, ensuring the stability of the transmitter in the horizontal orientation and improving the safety and reliability of the launch. At the same time, the worm gear transmission structure is compact and can achieve a large transmission ratio within a limited space, meeting the power requirements for the rotation of the rotating seat.

[0011] Optionally, the first limiting component includes a brake disc, a mounting base is fixedly connected inside the rotary mechanism, an extension rod is fixedly connected to the rotating base, the extension rod extends toward the mounting base and is rotatably connected to the mounting base, the brake disc is fixedly connected to the extension rod, a connecting rod is hinged to the mounting base, a friction pad for pressing against the brake disc is provided on the connecting rod, an electromagnet is fixedly connected to the mounting base, a first oblong hole is opened on the connecting rod, and an insertion rod is fixedly connected to the moving part of the electromagnet, the insertion rod slidingly inserting into the first oblong hole.

[0012] By adopting the above technical solution, the braking device enables the rotating seat to quickly and accurately stop rotating and remain stable after reaching the designated position. When braking is required, the electromagnet is energized, and its moving part drives the insert rod to move within the oblong hole of the connecting rod, pushing the connecting rod to rotate around the hinge point. This causes the friction plate to press against the brake disc, generating friction to achieve braking. This braking method has a fast response speed and can brake the rotating seat in a timely manner, improving the accuracy and safety of the transmitter's horizontal orientation adjustment.

[0013] Optionally, two sets of connecting rods are provided on the mounting base, and the two sets of connecting rods are symmetrically arranged about the mounting base, with the insertion rod inserted into the first waist-shaped hole on each of the connecting rods.

[0014] By adopting the above technical solution, the two sets of symmetrically arranged connecting rods and the commonly inserted rod structure make the friction force on the brake disc more uniform during braking. This avoids the rotating seat from shaking or shifting during braking due to uneven braking force, further improving the braking effect and stability of the braking device and ensuring the positional accuracy of the launcher after horizontal adjustment.

[0015] Optionally, the pitch mechanism includes a slide, and the tilting seat has a second cavity. The slide is slidably disposed on the inner wall of the second cavity. A push rod is hinged to the slide, and the end of the push rod away from the slide is hinged to the directional device. A screw is rotatably connected to the tilting seat, and the screw passes through the slide and is threadedly connected to the slide. A second motor for driving the screw to rotate is provided on the tilting seat.

[0016] By adopting the above technical solution, the pitch mechanism achieves the tilting drive of the directional device through the threaded connection between the screw and the slide. The second motor drives the screw to rotate, and the slide slides along the tilting seat under the action of the screw's thread, thereby pushing the directional device to tilt via the push rod. This driving method has a simple structure, smooth transmission, and can accurately control the tilting angle of the directional device, meeting the accuracy requirements of the transmitter's angle adjustment in the vertical direction.

[0017] Optionally, the second limiting component includes a meshing toothed disc and a rack. The toothed disc is fixedly connected to the orienter, and the central axis of the toothed disc is collinear with the hinge axis of the orienter on the flipping seat. The rack is slidably disposed on the flipping seat, and the flipping seat is fixedly connected to a base. A crank is hinged to the base, and a push block for pressing against the rack is provided on the crank. A control unit for controlling the flipping of the crank is provided on the flipping seat.

[0018] By adopting the above technical solution, the meshing structure of the gear disc and rack, along with the locking mechanism of the crank push block, provides a reliable locking function for the launcher. When the launcher is rotated to a specified angle, the control unit drives the crank to rotate, causing the push block to press against the rack, fixing the rack in the designated position. Because the rack meshes with the gear disc, the launcher is locked. This locking method is structurally stable, can withstand significant external forces, ensures the stability of the launcher after vertical angle adjustment, and improves the safety and reliability of the launch.

[0019] Optionally, the control unit includes an electric push rod hinged within the flip-up seat, a movable portion of the electric push rod being the crank and hinged to the crank.

[0020] By adopting the above technical solution, using an electric actuator as the control unit to drive the crank rotation, it has advantages such as high control precision, fast response speed, and convenient operation. The electric actuator can precisely control the extension and retraction length of its moving part according to the control signal, thereby achieving precise control of the crank rotation angle, and thus accurately locking or unlocking the orienter, improving the automation level and operational convenience of the launcher angle adjustment.

[0021] In summary, this utility model has at least one of the following beneficial technical effects:

[0022] 1. This utility model, by integrating an RFID scanning antenna, achieves automatic collection of ammunition information, realizing fully automated management of the entire process of rocket loading, identification, and launch. This device significantly improves the intelligence level and safety management capabilities of cloud seeding operations and has broad application prospects.

[0023] 2. Through the cooperation of the rotary mechanism and the rotating base, as well as the first drive assembly, the horizontal rotation adjustment of the transmitter is realized; through the cooperation of the flip base and the orientation device, as well as the pitch mechanism, the vertical flip adjustment of the transmitter is realized, so that the transmitter has multi-angle adjustment capability and can flexibly adapt to different launch requirements.

[0024] 3. The first limiting component further restricts the rotation of the rotating seat after the angle is fixed, and the second limiting component further restricts the rotation of the directional device after the angle is fixed, so as to ensure that the transmitter can remain stable after being adjusted to the required angle, the positioning is accurate and reliable, and the launching accuracy is improved. Attached Figure Description

[0025] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0026] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the structure of the first driving component in an embodiment of this utility model.

[0027] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of an embodiment of the present invention used to illustrate the first limiting component.

[0028] Figure 4 yes Figure 3 An enlarged schematic diagram of part A in the middle.

[0029] Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional view illustrating the pitch mechanism in an embodiment of this utility model.

[0030] Figure 6 yes Figure 5 Enlarged diagram of part B.

[0031] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached drawings: 1. Base plate; 11. Rotary mechanism; 12. Rotating seat; 13. First drive assembly; 14. Worm gear; 15. Worm; 16. First motor; 2. Mounting seat; 21. Extension rod; 22. Brake disc; 23. Connecting rod; 24. First oblong hole; 25. Friction plate; 26. Electromagnet; 27. Insert rod; 3. Tilting seat; 31. Orienter; 33. Pitch mechanism; 34. Slide; 35. Push rod; 36. Screw; 37. Second motor; 4. Gear plate; 41. Rack; 43. Base; 44. Crank; 45. Push block; 47. Electric push rod. Detailed Implementation

[0032] The following is in conjunction with the appendix Figure 1-6 The present invention will be described in further detail below.

[0033] This utility model discloses an RFID-based artificial rocket launching device, such as... Figure 1 and Figure 2 The RFID-based manned rocket launcher includes a base plate 1, which serves as the supporting foundation for the entire launcher. It is firmly connected to the rotating mechanism 11 by bolts or other fixed connections to ensure the stability of the rotating mechanism 11 on the base plate 1. The base plate 1 is also used to fix the battery box and the control box. The control box integrates the main control circuit board, communication module and power management system.

[0034] A rotating seat 12 is rotatably connected to the rotary mechanism 11, and the rotating seat 12 can rotate horizontally relative to the rotary mechanism 11. A first cavity is provided inside the rotary mechanism 11, and the rotating seat 12 extends into the first cavity and is rotatably connected to the first cavity of the rotating seat 12 through a bearing.

[0035] like Figure 2 and Figure 3 The rotary mechanism 11 is equipped with a first drive assembly 13, which drives the rotating seat 12 to rotate. The first drive assembly 13 employs a worm gear 14 and worm 15 transmission structure. The worm gear 14 is coaxially fixedly connected to the lower end of the rotating seat 12, while the worm 15 is rotatably connected within the rotary mechanism 11. A first motor 16 is fixedly installed within the rotary mechanism 11. The output shaft of the first motor 16 is fixedly connected to the worm 15. The first motor 16 drives the worm 15 to rotate, which in turn drives the worm gear 14 to rotate, ultimately achieving the horizontal rotation of the rotating seat 12.

[0036] A mounting base 2 is fixedly connected inside the rotary mechanism 11, and an extension rod 21 is fixedly connected to the rotating seat 12. The extension rod 21 extends toward the mounting base 2 and is rotatably connected to the mounting base 2, providing additional support for the rotating seat 12 and ensuring the smoothness of the rotation of the rotating seat 12.

[0037] like Figure 3 and Figure 4 To ensure accurate stopping and stability of the rotating seat 12 after it reaches a designated position, a first limiting component is provided within the rotary mechanism 11. This first limiting component further restricts the rotation of the rotating seat 12 after its angle is fixed. The first limiting component includes a brake disc 22 fixedly connected to the extension rod 21, and a connecting rod 23 hinged to the mounting base 2. The connecting rod 23 is provided with a friction plate 25 for pressing against the brake disc 22. An electromagnet 26 is also fixedly connected to the mounting base 2. A first oblong hole 24 is provided on the connecting rod 23, and a plug rod 27 is fixedly connected to the moving part of the electromagnet 26. The plug rod 27 slides into the first oblong hole 24. When braking is required, the electromagnet 26 is energized, and its moving part drives the plug rod 27 to move within the first oblong hole 24, thereby pushing the connecting rod 23 to rotate around the hinge point. This causes the friction plate 25 to press against the brake disc 22, generating friction and thus braking the rotating seat 12. To enhance braking performance, two sets of connecting rods 23 are provided on the mounting base 2, and the two sets of connecting rods 23 are symmetrically arranged about the mounting base 2. The insert rods 27 are simultaneously inserted into the first oblong holes 24 on each connecting rod 23, so that the friction pads 25 can evenly press against the brake disc 22.

[0038] like Figure 5 and Figure 6 A rotating base 3 is fixedly connected to the rotating base 12, and an orienter 31 is hinged to the rotating base 3. The orienter 31 can be flipped vertically relative to the rotating base 3 for mounting the transmitter.

[0039] The tilting base 3 is equipped with a pitch mechanism 33, which drives the directional device 31 to tilt. The tilting base 3 has a second cavity and includes a slide block 34 slidably disposed within the second cavity. A push rod 35 is hinged to the slide block 34, with one end of the push rod 35 away from the slide block 34 hinged to the directional device 31. A screw 36 is rotatably connected to the tilting base 3, passing through the slide block 34 and threadedly connected to it. A second motor 37 is fixedly mounted on the tilting base 3, and its output shaft is fixedly connected to the screw 36. When the second motor 37 drives the screw 36 to rotate, the slide block 34 slides on the tilting base 3 due to the threaded connection between the screw 36 and the slide block 34. This, in turn, pushes the directional device 31 around the hinge point via the push rod 35, achieving vertical angle adjustment of the transmitter.

[0040] To ensure the stability of the orienter 31 after it is flipped to a specified angle, a second limiting component is provided inside the flipping base 3. This second limiting component further restricts the rotation of the orienter 31 after the angle is fixed. The second limiting component includes a geared disc 4 fixedly connected to the orienter 31, extending into the second cavity. The central axis of the geared disc 4 is collinear with the hinge axis of the orienter 31 on the flipping base 3. A rack 41, meshing with the geared disc 4, is slidably disposed on the inner wall of the second cavity of the flipping base 3. A base 43 is fixedly connected to the flipping base 3 within the second cavity. A crank 44 is hinged to the base 43, and a pusher block 45 for pressing against the rack 41 is provided on the crank 44. A control unit for controlling the flipping of the crank 44 is provided on the flipping base 3. The control unit includes an electric push rod 47 hinged within the flipping base 3, and a moving part on the electric push rod 47 is hinged to the crank 44. When it is necessary to lock the orienter 31, the moving part of the electric push rod 47 extends or retracts, driving the crank 44 to rotate around the hinge point, so that the push block 45 presses against the rack 41, fixing the rack 41 in the designated position. Since the rack 41 meshes with the gear plate 4, the orienter 31 is locked.

[0041] The guide 31 includes a rail structure for carrying and guiding the rocket. An RFID scanning antenna is mounted on the guide 31. When the rocket is mounted on the launcher, the RFID scanning antenna scans the RFID tag on the rocket. Before launching the rocket, the RFID tag information on the rocket is read via the RFID scanning antenna 5, enabling the identification, tracking, and management of the rocket. This ensures that the launched rocket matches the launch mission and uploads the operational rocket information to the weather modification IoT software management platform, thus improving the safety and accuracy of the launch.

[0042] In actual use, according to the requirements of the launch mission, the first drive assembly 13 drives the rotating base 12 to rotate horizontally, adjusting the launcher to a suitable horizontal position; then the pitch mechanism 33 drives the direction finder 31 to rotate vertically, adjusting the launcher to a suitable vertical angle; after adjustment, the braking device and the direction finder 31 locking device lock the rotating base 12 and the direction finder 31 respectively to ensure the stability of the launcher; finally, the launcher launches the ammunition, and during the launch process, the radio frequency scanning antenna can monitor the status information of the ammunition in real time.

[0043] The above are all preferred embodiments of this utility model, and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this utility model. Therefore, all equivalent changes made to the structure, shape and principle of this utility model should be covered within the scope of protection of this utility model.

Claims

1. An RFID-based silhouette rocket launcher apparatus, characterized by: The system includes a base plate (1), on which a rotating mechanism (11) is fixedly connected. A rotating seat (12) is rotatably connected to the rotating mechanism (11). A first driving component (13) for driving the rotating seat (12) to rotate is provided inside the rotating mechanism (11). A flipping seat (3) is fixedly connected to the rotating seat (12). A guide (31) is hinged to the flipping seat (3). A pitching mechanism (33) for driving the guide (31) to flip is provided on the flipping seat (3). The guide (31) includes a guide rail structure for carrying and guiding rockets. An RFID scanning antenna is installed on the guide (31). A first limiting component is provided inside the rotating mechanism (11). The first limiting component is used to further restrict the rotation of the rotating seat (12) after the angle of the rotating seat (12) is fixed. A second limiting component is provided inside the flipping seat (3). The second limiting component is used to further restrict the rotation of the guide (31) after the angle of the guide (31) is fixed.

2. The human shadow rocket launching device based on RFID according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first drive assembly (13) includes a worm gear (14) and a worm (15) that mesh with each other. The rotary mechanism (11) has a first cavity. The rotating seat (12) extends into the first cavity. The worm gear (14) is coaxially fixedly connected to the rotating seat (12). The worm (15) is rotatably connected to the rotary mechanism (11). A first motor (16) for driving the worm (15) to rotate is fixedly connected inside the rotary mechanism (11).

3. The shadow rocket launcher based on RFID according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first limiting component includes a brake disc (22), a mounting base (2) is fixedly connected inside the rotary mechanism (11), an extension rod (21) is fixedly connected to the rotating base (12), the extension rod (21) extends toward the mounting base (2) and is rotatably connected to the mounting base (2), the brake disc (22) is fixedly connected to the extension rod (21), a connecting rod (23) is hinged to the mounting base (2), a friction plate (25) for pressing against the brake disc (22) is provided on the connecting rod (23), an electromagnet (26) is fixedly connected to the mounting base (2), a first waist-shaped hole (24) is opened on the connecting rod (23), an insertion rod (27) is fixedly connected to the moving part of the electromagnet (26), and the insertion rod (27) slides and inserts into the first waist-shaped hole (24).

4. The human shadow rocket launching device based on RFID according to claim 3, characterized in that: Two sets of connecting rods (23) are provided on the mounting base (2), and the two sets of connecting rods (23) are symmetrically arranged about the mounting base (2). The insert rod (27) is inserted into the first waist-shaped hole (24) on each of the connecting rods (23).

5. The shadow rocket launcher based on RFID according to claim 1, characterized in that: The pitch mechanism (33) includes a slide (34), and a second cavity is provided inside the flip seat (3). The slide (34) is slidably disposed on the inner wall of the second cavity. A push rod (35) is hinged on the slide (34). One end of the push rod (35) away from the slide (34) is hinged to the directional device (31). A screw (36) is rotatably connected to the flip seat (3). The screw (36) passes through the slide (34) and is threadedly connected to the slide (34). A second motor (37) for driving the screw (36) to rotate is provided on the flip seat (3).

6. The shadow rocket launcher based on RFID according to claim 1, characterized in that: The second limiting component includes a toothed disc (4) and a rack (41) that mesh with each other. The toothed disc (4) is fixedly connected to the orienter (31). The central axis of the toothed disc (4) is collinear with the hinge axis of the orienter (31) on the flip seat (3). The rack (41) is slidably disposed on the flip seat (3). The flip seat (3) is fixedly connected to a base (43). A crank (44) is hinged on the base (43). A push block (45) for pressing against the rack (41) is provided on the crank (44). A control unit for controlling the flip of the crank (44) is provided on the flip seat (3).

7. The shadow rocket launcher based on RFID according to claim 6, characterized in that: The control unit includes an electric push rod (47) hinged within the flip seat (3), and a movable part on the electric push rod (47) is the crank (44) and hinged to the crank (44).