A rack combination device for a shopping guide robot and a shopping guide robot

Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of rack combination devices for shopping guide robot, comprising: mobile chassis, rack assembly, display wall hanging component, neck rotation component and arm assembly;Rack assembly is set on mobile chassis and its lower limb frame is provided with the installation position of lithium battery and industrial computer host to ensure rack gravity moves down;Display wall hanging component is arranged in the chest position of the upper torso frame of rack assembly, for passing through shell and the chest display touch screen connection of robot;Neck rotation component is arranged in the top surface of torso frame directly above, is connected with torso frame by small flange, to realize the head rotation and pitch action of robot;Torso frame is connected with arm assembly by flange plate in left and right positions.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of tour guide and shopping guide robot technology, specifically, it is a frame assembly device for a shopping guide robot and a shopping guide robot. Background Technology

[0002] With the rapid development of technology, artificial intelligence and robotics have gradually permeated all aspects of our lives, and shopping mall guide robots are a product of this trend. They are intelligent robots that provide navigation, information, and interactive services in shopping mall environments. They not only bring a brand-new shopping experience to shoppers but also bring numerous conveniences to mall management. In the future, shopping mall guide robots will have richer functions and more intelligent interaction methods, better meeting customer needs and enhancing the shopping experience. At the same time, with people's increasing pursuit of intelligent and personalized services, shopping mall guide robots will also become one of the important competitive tools for shopping malls.

[0003] However, existing tour guide robots have a relatively complex structure and are heavy, making it impossible to achieve coordinated movements of the robot's limbs and head. As a result, it is impossible to guarantee that the robot's center of gravity is stable, its movements are smooth and without jamming, and its movement speed meets the needs of the store. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a frame assembly device for a shopping guide robot and a shopping guide robot. Through the frame assembly device of the shopping guide robot with a simple and reliable structure, the robot's limbs, head and other parts can move in a coordinated manner, ensuring that the robot's center of gravity is stable, the movement is smooth and without jamming, and the movement speed meets the needs of the store.

[0005] The present invention solves the above problems through the following technical solution:

[0006] A rack assembly for a shopping guide robot includes: a mobile chassis, a rack assembly, a display wall-mounted assembly, a neck rotation assembly, and an arm assembly;

[0007] The frame assembly is mounted on a mobile chassis, and its lower limb frame has mounting positions for lithium batteries and industrial control hosts to ensure that the frame's center of gravity is lowered. A display wall-mounted assembly is installed on the chest position of the upper torso frame of the frame assembly, which is used to connect to the robot's chest display touch screen through the shell. The neck rotation assembly is located on the top surface of the torso frame and is connected to the torso frame through a small flange to realize the robot's head rotation and pitch movements. Arm assemblies are connected to the left and right positions of the torso frame through flanges.

[0008] As a further improvement, the rack assembly also includes a counterweight, which is mounted on the mobile chassis and located outside the rack assembly.

[0009] As a further improvement, the frame assembly is constructed from lightweight aluminum profiles and includes, from bottom to top, a base plate, a lower limb frame, a long support column, and a torso frame. The base plate and lower limb frame are used to install lithium batteries and industrial control hosts, while the long support column is used to install electrical components and connect the housing.

[0010] As a further improvement, the lower limb frame includes: profile pillars and a lower pad plate, with one end of several profile pillars installed on the base plate and the other end installed under the lower pad plate to form a space for installing lithium batteries and industrial control host; and / or the long pillars are arranged above the lower limb frame and in an eccentric position adapted to the shell, with cross bracing in the middle of the long pillars for reinforcement, and electrical mounting plates and shell connecting plates arranged on the outside.

[0011] As a further improvement, the frame assembly is also provided with a waist support cylinder, one end of which is connected to a long support column via a connecting plate, and the other end is connected to the torso frame via a flange.

[0012] As a further improvement, the torso frame is welded from aluminum alloy tubing, with a connection port at the top that connects to the neck rotation assembly via a small flange. Mounting pads and flanges located on the outside of the mounting pads are provided on both sides, and the flanges connect to the arm assembly. The flanges have fan-shaped notches that correspond to the wiring ports on the mounting pads, so that the arm motor wiring can run smoothly and avoid tangling during movement.

[0013] As a further improvement, the monitor wall mount assembly is positioned directly in front of the rack assembly and is retractable and tiltable.

[0014] As a further improvement, the display wall-mounted assembly is located at the front of the torso frame; it consists of at least a support, a pillar, an adjustable bracket, and a wall-mounted plate. The support is fixed to the torso frame, and the insertion end of the pillar has a foolproof flat surface. When the pillar is inserted into the support, the front-back and horizontal positions of the adjustable bracket can be adjusted, and then locked in place. The other end of the pillar is connected to an adjustable bracket, which passes through the housing and is fixed to the wall-mounted plate and connected to the touch screen on the robot's chest, so that the front-back position and tilt angle of the display screen can be quickly adjusted.

[0015] As a further improvement, the neck rotation assembly is located directly above the torso frame and consists of at least a rotary motor, a small flange, a neck connector A, a pitch motor, and a neck connector B. One end of the rotary motor passes through the small flange and is connected to the neck connector A so that the output shaft of the rotary motor can drive the neck connector A to rotate. The neck connector A is equipped with a pitch motor connected to the neck connector B so that the pitch motor can drive the neck connector B to adjust the pitch angle.

[0016] Meanwhile, the present invention solves the above problems through the following technical solution:

[0017] A shopping guide robot includes a frame assembly and housing as described above, and a head assembly is connected to a neck rotation component.

[0018] Compared with the prior art, this utility model has the following advantages and beneficial effects:

[0019] (1) This utility model uses lightweight materials to build a stable and reliable robot support, and adopts a reasonable structure in the connection between the frame and the head, neck, arms and the robot's chest screen to ensure that the entire frame is stable and reliable. While meeting the requirements of appearance, it realizes the coordinated movement of the robot's limbs, head and other parts, ensuring that the robot's center of gravity is stable, the movement is smooth and without jamming, and the movement speed meets the needs of the store.

[0020] (2) The present invention is equipped with a display wall-mounted component that can quickly adjust the front and back position and tilt angle of the display screen, and a neck rotation component 4 that can adjust the pitch angle, making the entire shopping guide robot more humanized and improving its adjustability.

[0021] (3) The present invention is equipped with a counterweight to lower the center of gravity of the entire frame and correct the eccentricity between the frame and the moving chassis, so as to ensure the stability of the robot during acceleration and emergency stop. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall frame assembly of the shopping guide robot of this utility model;

[0023] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the frame assembly of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the torso frame of this utility model;

[0025] Figure 4 This is a top view of the torso frame of this utility model;

[0026] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the neck rotation assembly of this utility model.

[0027] Reference numerals: 1. Mobile chassis; 2. Frame assembly; 20. Battery enclosure; 21. Base plate; 22. Lower limb frame; 221. Supporting corner piece I; 222. Profile support column; 223. Lower pad; 23. Long support column; 231. Supporting corner piece II; 232. Electrical mounting plate; 233. Shell connecting plate; 234. Cross brace; 235. Connecting plate; 24. Waist support cylinder; 25. Torso frame; 251. Mounting pad; 252. Flange; 253. Cable entry port; 254. Connection port; 3. Monitor wall mount assembly; 31. Support; 32. Support column; 33. Adjustable angle bracket; 34. Wall mount plate; 4. Neck rotation assembly; 41. Rotary motor; 42. Small flange; 43. Neck connector A; 44. Pitch motor; 45. Neck connector B; 5. Arm assembly; 6. Counterweight. Detailed Implementation

[0028] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0029] Example:

[0030] See attached document Figure 1-5 A frame assembly device for a shopping guide robot is disclosed. The device may include: a mobile chassis 1, a frame assembly 2, a display wall-mounted assembly 3, a neck rotation assembly 4, an arm assembly 5, and a counterweight 6. The frame assembly is mounted on the mobile chassis, the display wall-mounted assembly is positioned in front of the frame assembly, and the neck rotation assembly is positioned on the top surface of the torso frame. Arm assemblies are connected to the left and right sides of the torso frame.

[0031] Specifically, the frame assembly 2 is mounted on the mobile chassis 1, and its lower limb frame has mounting positions for the lithium battery and industrial control host to ensure a lower center of gravity for the frame. A display wall-mounted assembly 3 is located on the chest of the upper torso frame 25 of the frame assembly 2, for connecting to the robot's chest-mounted touchscreen through the shell. The display wall-mounted assembly is located directly above and in front of the frame assembly and is retractable and tiltable. The display wall-mounted assembly 3 is connected to the robot's chest-mounted touchscreen (not shown in the figure). The neck rotation assembly 4 is located on the top surface directly above the torso frame 25 and is connected to the torso frame 25 via a small flange 42 to enable head rotation and pitch movements. Arm assemblies are connected to the left and right sides of the upper torso frame of the frame assembly, and arm assemblies 5 are connected to the left and right sides of the torso frame 25 via flanges 252. A counterweight 6 is mounted on the mobile chassis 1 and located on the outside of the frame assembly 2; preferably, it is fixed to the right symmetrical plane of the base plate to balance the stability of the entire frame.

[0032] As attached Figure 2 As shown, the frame assembly 2 consists of a battery enclosure 20, a base plate 21, a lower limb frame 22, long support columns 23, a waist support cylinder 24, and a torso frame 25. The base plate and lower limb frame are used to install the lithium battery and industrial control host, while the long support columns are used to install electrical appliances and connect the housing. The lower limb frame 22 is located directly above the base plate 21 and consists of support corner pieces I 221, profile support columns 222, and a lower pad 223. The support corner pieces I 221 support several profile support columns 222, and the lower pad 223 is positioned above the profile support columns 222 to form a receiving space. The lower limb frame contains mounting positions for the lithium battery and industrial control host, ensuring a lower center of gravity for these heavier electrical components. In this embodiment, the lower limb frame, which serves as the receiving space, also contains a support plate for the lithium battery and industrial control host. The long support column 23 is positioned above the lower pad plate 223 and at an eccentric position to accommodate the housing. It is connected below by a support corner piece II 231 and reinforced by a cross brace 234 in the middle. The electrical mounting plate 232 and the housing connecting plate 233 are arranged on the long support column 23 as required. The waist support cylinder 24, adapted to the external design, is connected at one end to the long support column 23 via a connecting plate 235, and at the other end to the torso frame 25 via a flange.

[0033] As attached Figure 3As shown, the torso frame 25 is welded from aluminum alloy tubing. Its top end has a connection port 254 that connects to the neck rotation assembly 4 via a small flange 42. Mounting pads 251 and flanges 252 located on the outer sides of the mounting pads 251 are provided on both sides, connecting to the arm assembly 5 via the flanges 252. The flanges 252 have fan-shaped notches that correspond to the wiring holes 253 on the mounting pads 251, ensuring smooth wiring for the arm motors and preventing tangling during movement. A display wall-mounted assembly 3 is located at the front of the torso frame 25, connecting to the robot's chest-mounted touchscreen (not shown in the figure).

[0034] As attached Figure 3-4 As shown, the display wall-mounted assembly 3 is located directly in front of the torso frame 25 and consists of a support 31, a support column 32, an adjustable bracket 33, and a wall-mounted plate 34. The support 31 is fixed to the torso frame 25 by connecting bolts, and the insertion end of the support column 32 has a foolproof flat surface. When the support column 32 is inserted into the support 31, the front-to-back and horizontal positions of the adjustable angle bracket 33 can be adjusted, and then locked in place. The other end of the support column 32 is connected to the adjustable angle bracket 33, which is rotatably connected to the other end of the support column 32. The adjustable angle bracket 33 passes through the housing (not shown in the figure) and is fixed to the wall-mounted plate 34 and connected to the touchscreen display on the robot's chest. This device allows for rapid adjustment of the display's front-to-back position and tilt angle. Of course, other means can be used to achieve rapid adjustment of the display screen's front and rear position and tilt angle, such as the monitor with improved tilt structure described in CN100546448C or the structure described in the reconfigurable support ecosystem in CN115199873A; this application does not limit this.

[0035] As attached Figure 5 As shown, the neck rotation assembly 4 is located directly above the torso frame 25 and consists of a rotation motor 41, a small flange 42, a neck connector A 43, a pitch motor 44, and a neck connector B 45. One end of the rotary motor 41 is fixedly installed inside the torso frame 25. The other end of the rotary motor 41 has a drive shaft that passes through a small flange 42 and is connected to a U-shaped neck connector A 43. The small flange 42 is fixed to the upper side of the torso frame 25 with screws so that the output shaft of the rotary motor 41 can drive the neck connector A 43 to rotate. The neck connector A 43 is equipped with a pitch motor 44 connected to a neck connector B 45. The drive shafts and support shafts at both ends of the pitch motor 44 are connected to the neck connector A 43, respectively. The neck connector B 45 is connected to the two sides of the pitch motor 44. The top surface of the neck connector B 45 is connected to the head assembly (not shown in the figure) so that the pitch angle of the neck connector B 45 can be adjusted by the pitch motor 44, thereby realizing the rotation and pitch movements of the robot's head.

[0036] As attached Figure 1-5 As shown, the frame assembly 2 is mounted on the mobile chassis 1. The frame assembly 2 is constructed of lightweight aluminum profiles, with its outer contour closely fitting the robot's shell. The neck rotation assembly 4 is connected to the top of the torso frame 25, the arm assemblies 5 are connected to its left and right sides, and the display wall-mounted assembly 3 is connected to its front. The base plate is equipped with a counterweight 6 to lower the center of gravity of the entire frame and correct the eccentricity between the frame and the mobile chassis, ensuring the stability of the robot during movement.

[0037] A frame assembly for a shopping guide robot is disclosed. This assembly is compact, easy to install and disassemble, and economical. It not only meets aesthetic requirements but also enables coordinated movement of the robot's limbs and head, ensuring a stable center of gravity and a movement speed that meets the needs of retail stores.

[0038] Although the present invention has been described herein with reference to illustrative embodiments, the above embodiments are merely preferred embodiments of the present invention, and the implementation of the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments. It should be understood that those skilled in the art can design many other modifications and implementations, which will fall within the scope and spirit of the principles disclosed in this application.

Claims

1. A frame assembly device for a shopping guide robot, characterized in that, include: Mobile chassis, rack components, monitor wall mount components, neck rotation components, and arm components; The frame assembly is mounted on a mobile chassis, and its lower limb frame has mounting positions for lithium batteries and industrial control hosts to ensure that the frame's center of gravity is lowered. A display wall-mounted assembly is installed on the chest position of the upper torso frame of the frame assembly, which is used to connect to the robot's chest display touch screen through the shell. The neck rotation assembly is located on the top surface of the torso frame and is connected to the torso frame through a small flange to realize the robot's head rotation and pitch movements. Arm assemblies are connected to the left and right positions of the torso frame through flanges.

2. The frame assembly device for a shopping guide robot according to claim 1, characterized in that, The rack assembly also includes a counterweight, which is mounted on the mobile chassis and located on the outside of the rack assembly.

3. The frame assembly device for a shopping guide robot according to claim 1, characterized in that, The frame assembly is constructed from lightweight aluminum profiles and includes, from bottom to top, a base plate, a lower limb frame, a long support column, and a torso frame. The base plate and lower limb frame are used to install lithium batteries and industrial control hosts, while the long support column is used to install electrical components and connect to the housing.

4. The frame assembly device for a shopping guide robot according to claim 3, characterized in that, The lower limb frame includes: profile columns and a lower pad plate. One end of several profile columns is installed on the base plate, and the other end is installed under the lower pad plate to form a space for installing lithium batteries and industrial control host. And / or the long support column is located above the lower limb frame and in an eccentric position adapted to the shell, with a cross brace in the middle of the long support column for reinforcement, and an electrical mounting plate and a shell connecting plate arranged on the outside.

5. The frame assembly device for a shopping guide robot according to claim 3, characterized in that, The frame assembly is also provided with a waist support cylinder, one end of which is connected to a long support column via a connecting plate, and the other end is connected to the torso frame via a flange.

6. The frame assembly device for a shopping guide robot according to claim 1, characterized in that, The torso frame is welded from aluminum alloy tubing. Its top end has a connection port that connects to the neck rotation assembly via a small flange. Mounting pads and flanges located on the outside of the mounting pads are provided on both sides. The flanges are connected to the arm assembly. The flanges have fan-shaped notches that correspond to the wiring holes on the mounting pads to ensure smooth wiring of the arm motor and prevent tangling during movement.

7. The frame assembly device for a shopping guide robot according to claim 1, characterized in that, The monitor wall mount assembly is located directly in front of the rack assembly and is retractable and tiltable.

8. The frame assembly device for a shopping guide robot according to claim 7, characterized in that, The display wall-mounted assembly is located at the front of the torso frame; it consists of at least a support, a pillar, an adjustable bracket, and a wall-mounted plate. The support is fixed to the torso frame, and the insertion end of the pillar has a foolproof flat surface. When the pillar is inserted into the support, the front-back and horizontal positions of the adjustable bracket can be adjusted, and then locked in place. The other end of the pillar is connected to an adjustable bracket, which passes through the housing and is fixed to the wall-mounted plate and connected to the touch screen on the robot's chest, so that the front-back position and tilt angle of the display screen can be quickly adjusted.

9. The frame assembly device for a shopping guide robot according to claim 1, characterized in that, The neck rotation assembly is located directly above the torso frame and consists of at least a rotary motor, a small flange, a neck connector A, a pitch motor, and a neck connector B. One end of the rotary motor passes through the small flange and is connected to the neck connector A so that the output shaft of the rotary motor can drive the neck connector A to rotate. The neck connector A is equipped with a pitch motor connected to the neck connector B so that the pitch motor can drive the neck connector B to adjust the pitch angle.

10. A shopping guide robot, characterized in that, Includes a frame assembly and housing for a shopping guide robot as described in any one of claims 1-9, wherein the neck rotation assembly is connected to the head assembly.

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