A drone fire bucket

By designing a drone-based fire bucket and utilizing a servo electric cylinder to control the cap and level sensor, the problem of unstable water extraction and transfer by drones in the firefighting field was solved, enabling rapid and stable water transfer and improving firefighting efficiency.

CN224484780UActive Publication Date: 2026-07-14ZHENGZHOU YIKU AVIATION TECH CO LTD

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
ZHENGZHOU YIKU AVIATION TECH CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-08-01
Publication Date
2026-07-14

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

In existing technologies, drones are difficult to reliably and quickly extract and transfer water sources in the field of firefighting, which affects firefighting efficiency.

Method used

A drone-based fire bucket was designed, comprising a bucket body, base, end caps, suspension ropes, servo cylinders, filters, and liquid level sensors. The servo cylinders control the opening and closing of the end caps, and combined with the liquid level sensors and indicators, the stable extraction and transfer of water is achieved.

Benefits of technology

This technology enables drones to quickly and stably extract and transfer water from water sources, improving firefighting efficiency and ensuring the stability of water sources and the reliability of their use.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to unmanned plane accessory equipment technical field, concretely relates to a unmanned plane fire bucket, including bucket body, base, end cover, sling and indicator. The lower part of bucket body is provided with base, the upper part of bucket body is provided with end cover, is provided with the bottom disc in the base, is provided with the water pass in the bottom disc, is provided with the openable and closeable plug cover at the water pass, is provided with the grating below the bottom disc and is provided with the filter screen below the water pass, the plug cover is connected with servo electric jar, and is provided with the pre -tightness of the pressing spring between servo electric jar and mounting panel, is provided with the air pressure balance hole on the end cover, is provided with the input type liquid level sensor in the bucket body and is connected with the indicator, is provided with the pilot lamp on the indicator and is used for the indication of liquid level. The utility model is through unmanned plane to carry, can be between the water source and the disaster between fast transfer, help to improve the fire efficiency, stable in the equipment use process, can guarantee the water taking efficiency, plays the positive role to the improvement of fire efficiency.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of drone auxiliary equipment technology, specifically to a drone fire bucket. Background Technology

[0002] With the innovative development of technology, drones are being used more and more widely in fields such as aerial photography, surveying and mapping, agriculture, and rescue, playing an indispensable role in improving operational efficiency and safety.

[0003] Fire safety is a critical issue concerning people's lives and property and should be given top priority. With the development of technology, drones have begun to emerge in the field of firefighting. In firefighting, drones can carry firefighting supplies to the disaster site, enabling rapid transfer of firefighting supplies and rapid control of the disaster, which is of great significance for improving firefighting efficiency and ensuring people's lives and property safety. For example, in forest fire rescue, drones can carry fire hoses and transfer them above the fire to achieve rapid and effective control of the fire.

[0004] When using drones to extract water, the stable extraction and transfer of water is particularly important. Therefore, this utility model proposes a drone-based fire bucket for the stable extraction and transfer of water, which plays a positive role in improving fire-fighting efficiency. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to address the shortcomings of the existing technology by providing a drone-mounted fire bucket to achieve rapid and stable water collection and improve firefighting efficiency.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: a drone fire bucket, comprising a bucket body, a base provided below the bucket body, and an end cap provided above the bucket body; a chassis provided in the base, the chassis being sealed to the bucket body, a water outlet provided on the chassis, and a plug device provided at the water outlet, the plug device comprising a plug cap, the plug cap being located above the water outlet and being able to open and close in a sealed fit with the water outlet; a hoisting rope is connected above the end cap, and the hoisting rope is connected to the drone.

[0007] Furthermore, a grating is provided below the chassis, and a filter screen is provided below the water inlet, with the filter screen located between the grating and the chassis.

[0008] Furthermore, the plug device includes a connector, which is fixedly connected to the top of the chassis. A mounting plate is fixedly connected to the connector, and a mounting port is provided on the mounting plate. A servo electric cylinder is provided through the mounting port, and the plug is fixedly connected to the push rod of the servo electric cylinder. A central through hole is provided on the filter screen, and the front end of the push rod of the servo electric cylinder cooperates with the central through hole.

[0009] Furthermore, the servo electric cylinder is movably installed in the mounting port, and a pressure spring is provided between the front end of the servo electric cylinder and the bottom of the mounting plate. A sealing groove is provided around the upper periphery of the water inlet, and a sealing ring is fixedly installed in the sealing groove. The sealing ring cooperates with the edge of the plug cover.

[0010] Furthermore, the end cap is provided with an air pressure balance hole.

[0011] Furthermore, the tank is equipped with an immersion-type liquid level sensor, and an indicator is installed on the suspension rope. The indicator includes a housing, an indicator light on the housing, and a microcontroller inside the housing. The immersion-type liquid level sensor is connected to the microcontroller, and the microcontroller is connected to the indicator light.

[0012] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: This utility model, carried by a drone, can quickly transfer water sources between disaster areas, which helps improve fire-fighting efficiency. At the same time, the equipment is stable during use and can ensure water intake efficiency, which plays a positive role in improving fire-fighting efficiency. Attached Figure Description

[0013] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0014] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the indicator installation structure of this utility model;

[0015] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the base of this utility model;

[0016] Figure 4 This is an exploded view (top view) of the base structure of this utility model;

[0017] Figure 5 This is an exploded view (looking down) of the base structure of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the connection structure between the filter screen and the plug of this utility model.

[0019] The names corresponding to each mark in the diagram:

[0020] 1. Tank body; 2. Base; 21. Chassis; 211. Water inlet; 212. Filter screen; 2121. Central through hole; 2122. Mounting connection part; 213. Sealing groove; 214. Sealing ring; 22. Grille; 23. Plug device; 231. Plug; 232. Connector; 233. Mounting plate; 234. Servo electric cylinder; 235. Submersible liquid level sensor; 236. Compression spring; 3. End cap; 31. Air pressure balance hole; 32. First lifting ring; 4. Lifting rope; 41. First hook; 42. Second hook; 5. Indicator; 51. Indicator light; 52. Second lifting ring; 53. Fixing clip. Detailed Implementation

[0021] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of the present utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present utility model are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0022] Embodiments of this utility model:

[0023] like Figure 1-6 As shown, in this embodiment, a barrel body 1 is provided, a base 2 is provided below the barrel body 1, and an end cap 3 is provided above the barrel body 1; a hanging rope 4 is connected above the end cap 3.

[0024] A pressure balance hole 31 is provided around the end cap 3. A first lifting ring 32 is provided above the end cap 3 and is connected to a lifting rope 4. A first hook 41 is provided below the lifting rope 4 and is engaged with the first lifting ring 32. The upper part of the lifting rope 4 is connected to the drone. A second hook 42 is provided on one side of the lifting rope 4 and is connected to an indicator 5. The indicator 5 includes a housing and a second lifting ring 52 is provided on the housing and is engaged with the second hook 42. Indicator lights 51 are installed around the housing. A microcontroller is provided inside the housing. An immersion-type liquid level sensor 235 is provided in the tank 1 and is connected to the microcontroller. The microcontroller is connected to the indicator lights 51. One side of the housing is connected to the lifting rope 4 through a fixing clip 53.

[0025] A base 21 is provided in the base 2 of the barrel 1. A grid 22 is provided below the base 21. A water outlet 211 is provided in the center of the base 21. A filter screen 212 is provided below the water outlet 211. A sealing groove 213 is provided around the water outlet 211, and a sealing ring 214 is glued and fixed in the sealing groove 213. A plug device 23 is provided above the base 21. The plug device 23 includes a connector 232. The lower part of the connector 232 is connected to the base 21. In one embodiment of this utility model, an installation connection part 2122 is provided around the filter screen 212. The lower part of the connector 232 is connected to the base 21 by bolts. The lower part of the bolts extends to the lower part of the base 21 and is connected to the installation connection part 2122. The connector 232 is connected to the mounting plate 233 above and is fastened with a nut below the mounting connection 2122. The upper part of the connector 232 is connected to the mounting plate 233. An immersion liquid level sensor 235 is fixedly installed on the mounting plate 233. An installation port is opened in the center of the mounting plate 233. A servo cylinder 234 is installed in the installation port. The servo cylinder 234 is movably installed in the installation port. A compression spring 236 is installed between the front end of the servo cylinder 234 and the lower part of the mounting plate 233. The compression spring 236 is in a compressed state. In this embodiment, the front end of the servo cylinder 234 is connected to the mounting plate 233 by a half-thread bolt. The servo cylinder 234 can move up and down to a certain extent along the direction of the half-thread bolt. The compression spring 236 is sleeved on the bolt shank of the half-thread bolt.

[0026] The lower part of the push rod of the servo electric cylinder 234 is fixedly connected to the plug cover 231. The plug cover 231 is matched with the water inlet 211 on the chassis 21. The edge of the plug cover 231 is matched with the sealing ring 214 and presses against the seal. A central through hole 2121 is provided in the center of the filter screen 212. The front end of the push rod of the servo electric cylinder 234 is matched with the central through hole 2121.

[0027] The principle of this utility model is as follows:

[0028] When in use, this utility model is carried by a drone. The length of the suspension rope 4 can be about 3m. The suspension rope 4 is connected to the drone's landing gear. The drone supplies power to the servo cylinder 234, the indicator 5, and the submersible liquid level sensor 235. After installation, the drone can take off, collect water from the water source, and transfer it to the fire site for disposal, thus enabling the handling of the fire.

[0029] During the water collection process, the drone flies above the water source and slowly descends until the fire bucket of this utility model contacts the water surface. At this time, the servo cylinder 234 is activated, causing the plug 231 to rise, thus opening the bottom water outlet 211 of the fire bucket. Since the base 2 is a sheet metal part and is relatively heavy, the water flows smoothly into the bucket body 1 during the descent of the fire bucket. The grille 22 can prevent water plants and other debris from clogging the filter screen 212. The filter screen 212 plays a further filtration role, ensuring the stable use of the fire bucket. The air pressure balance hole 31 on the end cap 3 facilitates the entry of water.

[0030] The submersible liquid level sensor 235 measures the liquid level in the tank 1 in real time and feeds back the liquid level signal to the indicator 5. After processing by the microcontroller in the indicator 5, the indicator 51 can be controlled to light up. During the process, the indicator 51 can be different colors to indicate different liquid level conditions. For example, when the liquid level is low, the red indicator 51 lights up, and when the liquid level reaches the required level, the green indicator 51 lights up, so as to realize the observation of the liquid level in the tank 1. During the process, since the drone usually has a built-in camera, the indicated image can be transmitted to the drone remote controller.

[0031] When there is enough water, the servo cylinder 234 is activated and the plug 231 blocks the water inlet 211. The sealing ring 214 between the plug 231 and the water inlet 211 plays a sealing role, effectively preventing water loss. At the same time, the pre-tightening effect of the pressure spring 236 further ensures the sealing of the water inlet 211.

[0032] After the drone collects water, it ascends and moves to a position above the fire. The servo cylinder 234 then activates again to open the water outlet 211, allowing water to flow over the fire and achieve firefighting. The air pressure balance hole 31 facilitates the discharge of water. After the water has drained, it can collect water again (the water outlet 211 does not need to be closed at this time). When the drone is finished, it returns and slowly lowers to a certain height on the ground, allowing the fire bucket to land slowly. At this time, the staff can remove the fire bucket, or the drone can land after moving away from the fire bucket by a certain distance.

Claims

1. A drone-mounted fire bucket, characterized in that: The device includes a barrel body, a base at the bottom of the barrel body, and an end cap at the top of the barrel body. A chassis is located in the base and is sealed to the barrel body. A water inlet is provided on the chassis, and a plug device is provided at the water inlet. The plug device includes a plug, which is located above the water inlet and can be opened and closed to seal with the water inlet. A hoisting rope is connected above the end cap, and the hoisting rope is connected to a drone.

2. The drone fire-fighting water tank according to claim 1, characterized in that: A grating is provided below the chassis, and a filter screen is provided below the water inlet, with the filter screen located between the grating and the chassis.

3. The drone fire bucket according to claim 2, characterized in that: The plug device includes a connector, which is fixedly connected to the top of the chassis. A mounting plate is fixedly connected to the connector, and a mounting port is provided on the mounting plate. A servo electric cylinder is provided through the mounting port, and the plug is fixedly connected to the push rod of the servo electric cylinder. A central through hole is provided on the filter screen, and the front end of the push rod of the servo electric cylinder cooperates with the central through hole.

4. The drone fire bucket according to claim 3, characterized in that: The servo electric cylinder is movably installed in the mounting port. A pressure spring is provided between the front end of the servo electric cylinder and the bottom of the mounting plate. A sealing groove is provided around the upper part of the water inlet. A sealing ring is fixedly installed in the sealing groove and cooperates with the edge of the plug.

5. A drone fire-fighting water tank according to claim 1, characterized in that: The end cap is provided with an air pressure balance hole.

6. A drone-fired water tank according to claim 1, characterized in that: The tank is equipped with an immersion-type liquid level sensor, and an indicator is installed on the suspension rope. The indicator includes a housing, an indicator light on the housing, and a microcontroller inside the housing. The immersion-type liquid level sensor is connected to the microcontroller, and the microcontroller is connected to the indicator light.