A folding storage drone

Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of folding storage unmanned aerial vehicle, including body mechanism, be set in the unfolding mechanism of body mechanism;Body mechanism includes fuselage assembly and several arm assemblies;Unfolding mechanism includes arm base, first connecting piece and second connecting piece;One end of arm assembly is worn in arm base, and is connected with arm base movably by first connecting piece, and two arm assemblies of arbitrary relative arrangement are movably connected by second connecting piece, using arm assembly storage drives second connecting piece to store energy, after releasing the restraint to arm assembly, using the energy storage of second connecting piece pulls out arm assembly and pops out.The utility model is connected by using second connecting piece relative arrangement arm assembly, when arm assembly is contracted in arm storage slot, second connecting piece is stretched, storage tension at this time, when arm assembly releases restriction, second connecting piece will release the tension stored, pull out arm assembly from arm storage slot and pop out, realize quick unfolding function.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of drone technology, specifically to a foldable and storage drone. Background Technology

[0002] A drone is an unmanned aerial vehicle that can be remotely controlled or fly autonomously. Its core function is to perform efficient and low-cost tasks in low-altitude scenarios through flexible deployment and diverse payload equipment. With the rapid development of drone technology, foldable drones have been widely used in consumer and industrial applications due to their portability.

[0003] Currently, some drone folding mechanisms require users to apply specific force or angle to unlock. For example, a latching component in a certain patent requires pressing the handle to disengage the hook from the mounting platform; insufficient force will prevent complete unlocking. In low-temperature environments, the material hardens, potentially further increasing the difficulty of operation, requiring users to repeatedly adjust the force to complete the unfolding process. Utility Model Content

[0004] Based on this, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a foldable storage drone, which aims to solve the problem that the unlocking mechanism of the folding mechanism of some drones is cumbersome and difficult to unlock.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a foldable storage drone, the foldable storage drone comprising a body structure and an unfolding mechanism disposed within the body structure;

[0006] The body structure includes a fuselage assembly and a plurality of arm assemblies disposed within the fuselage assembly;

[0007] The deployment mechanism includes an arm base disposed within the fuselage assembly, and a first connector and a second connector disposed on the arm assembly;

[0008] One end of the robotic arm assembly passes through the robotic arm base and is movably connected to the robotic arm base via the first connector. Two robotic arm assemblies arranged opposite each other are movably connected via the second connector.

[0009] According to one aspect of the above technical solution, the fuselage assembly includes a fuselage body, an upper cover and a lower cover respectively disposed at both ends of the fuselage body, and a plurality of arm storage slots are provided at equal intervals on the circumferential surface of the fuselage body.

[0010] According to one aspect of the above technical solution, the arm base is located at one end of the main body of the machine body where the upper cover is provided, and the upper cover is fitted onto the main body of the machine body.

[0011] According to one aspect of the above technical solution, the upper cover is provided with a plurality of protrusions, and the positions of the protrusions correspond one-to-one with the positions of the arm storage slots.

[0012] According to one aspect of the above technical solution, the arm assembly includes an arm, a motor disposed at one end of the arm away from the arm base, and a blade disposed on the motor. The end of the arm away from the blade is provided with a hinge hole, and a first connector is inserted through the hinge hole.

[0013] According to one aspect of the above technical solution, the end of the arm away from the blade is provided with a lug, and one end of the second connector is engaged in the lug.

[0014] According to one aspect of the above technical solution, the edge of the arm base is provided with a plurality of hinge slots at equal intervals, and the positions of the hinge slots and the arm storage slots correspond one-to-one.

[0015] In summary, the foldable drone proposed in this utility model utilizes a second connector to connect opposing arm assemblies. When the arm assemblies retract into the arm storage slot, the second connector is stretched, storing tension. When the arm assemblies are released from their restraints, the second connector releases the stored tension, pulling the arm assemblies out of the storage slot, thus achieving rapid deployment. Specifically, the arm assemblies circumferentially fold tightly against the main body, forming a smooth cylinder without protrusions, minimizing storage volume. The diameter is suitable for handheld use, allowing for direct gripping and takeoff or placement into a standard tubular carrier. Relying solely on the energy storage and mechanical restraint of the second connector, no complex locking procedures are required. After the restraints are released, the arm assemblies automatically spring open and stabilize in the working position, making the deployment operation extremely simple and efficient, and enhancing emergency response capabilities.

[0016] Additional aspects and advantages of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the unfolded folding and storage drone in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0018] Figure 2 This is a folding diagram of a folding and storage drone according to one embodiment of the present invention;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the assembly of the arm base and the arm in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0020] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the arm base and the arm in one embodiment of the present invention.

[0021] Component symbol explanation in the attached diagram:

[0022] 1. Top cover; 2. Arm; 3. Propeller blade; 4. Main body of fuselage; 5. Bottom cover; 6. Motor; 7. Arm base; 8. Second connecting piece; 9. First connecting piece. Detailed Implementation

[0023] To make the objectives, features, and advantages of this utility model more apparent and understandable, the specific embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Several embodiments of this utility model are shown in the drawings. However, this utility model can be implemented in many different forms and is not limited to the embodiments described herein. Rather, these embodiments are provided to make the disclosure of this utility model more thorough and complete.

[0024] It should be noted that when an element is referred to as being "fixed to" another element, it can be directly on the other element or there may be an intervening element. When an element is considered to be "connected" to another element, it can be directly connected to the other element or there may be an intervening element. The terms "vertical," "horizontal," "left," "right," "upper," "lower," and similar expressions used herein are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as limiting the present invention.

[0025] In this utility model, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances. The term "and / or" as used herein includes any and all combinations of one or more of the related listed items.

[0026] Please see Figures 1-4 The diagram shows a foldable storage drone according to an embodiment of the present invention. The foldable storage drone includes a body structure and an unfolding mechanism disposed within the body structure, wherein:

[0027] The body structure includes a fuselage assembly and several arm assemblies 2 disposed within the fuselage assembly. The deployment mechanism includes an arm base 7 disposed within the fuselage assembly and a first connector 9 and a second connector 8 disposed on the arm assemblies 2. One end of each arm assembly 2 is inserted into the arm base 7 and is movably connected to the arm base 7 via the first connector 9. Two arm assemblies 2 disposed opposite to each other are movably connected via the second connector 8. The second connector 8 is used to store energy when the arm assemblies 2 are retracted. After the restraint on the arm assemblies 2 is released, the energy stored in the second connector 8 is used to pull the arm assemblies 2 out.

[0028] Specifically, the fuselage assembly includes a main body 4, an upper cover 1 and a lower cover 5 respectively located at both ends of the main body 4, and a plurality of arm 2 storage slots equidistantly arranged on the circumferential surface of the main body 4. The arm 2 assembly is connected to the main body 4 through a first connector 9 and rotates around the first connector 9 as an axis, thereby realizing the switching between retracted and extended states within the arm 2 storage slots.

[0029] Furthermore, the arm base 7 is located at one end of the fuselage body 4 where the upper cover 1 is located. The upper cover 1 is fitted onto the fuselage body 4. The upper cover 1 has several protrusions. The positions of the protrusions correspond one-to-one with the positions of the arm 2 storage slots. The protrusions are located above the arm 2 assembly to limit the rotation range of the arm 2 and prevent the second connector 8 from causing the arm 2 assembly to rotate too much, thereby affecting the flight of the drone.

[0030] The arm 2 assembly includes an arm 2, a motor 6 located at one end of the arm 2 away from the arm base 7, and a blade 3 located on the motor 6. The end of the arm 2 away from the blade 3 is provided with a hinge hole, and a first connector 9 passes through the hinge hole. Since the edge of the arm base 7 is provided with several hinge slots at equal intervals, the hinge slots and the receiving slots of the arm 2 are in one-to-one correspondence. The two ends of the first connector 9 are respectively fixed to the slot walls on both sides of the hinge slot. Thus, when the arm 2 is sleeved on the first connector 9, it can rotate in the hinge slot with the first connector 9 as the axis.

[0031] Meanwhile, the end of the arm 2 away from the propeller 3 is provided with a lug, and one end of the second connector 8 is engaged in the lug. In this embodiment, the second connector 8 can be a spring. The two ends of the second connector 8 are fastened to the lugs on the opposite arm 2. When the arm 2 is retracted into the arm 2 storage slot, the second connector 8 is stretched. At this time, the second connector 8 stores mechanical energy. After the arm 2 is released from its restraint, the second connector 8 pulls the arm 2 to rotate outward until it abuts the boss, that is, the arm 2 is in the working position of about 90° unfolded. Then, the motor 6 drives the propeller 3 to rotate, allowing the folding drone to unfold and fly.

[0032] In summary, the foldable drone proposed in this utility model utilizes a second connector to connect opposing arm assemblies. When the arm assemblies retract into the arm storage slot, the second connector is stretched, storing tension. When the arm assemblies are released from their restraints, the second connector releases the stored tension, pulling the arm assemblies out of the storage slot, thus achieving rapid deployment. Specifically, the arm assemblies circumferentially fold tightly against the main body, forming a smooth cylinder without protrusions, minimizing storage volume. The diameter is suitable for handheld use, allowing for direct gripping and takeoff or placement into a standard tubular carrier. Relying solely on the energy storage and mechanical restraint of the second connector, no complex locking procedures are required. After the restraints are released, the arm assemblies automatically spring open and stabilize in the working position, making the deployment operation extremely simple and efficient, and enhancing emergency response capabilities.

[0033] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0034] The above-described embodiments are merely illustrative of several implementations of this utility model, and while the descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of this utility model patent. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this utility model, and these all fall within the protection scope of this utility model. Therefore, the protection scope of this utility model patent should be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A foldable and retractable drone, characterized in that, The foldable storage drone includes a body structure and an unfolding mechanism located within the body structure; The body structure includes a fuselage assembly and a plurality of arm assemblies disposed within the fuselage assembly; The deployment mechanism includes an arm base disposed within the fuselage assembly, and a first connector and a second connector disposed on the arm assembly; One end of the boom assembly is inserted into the boom base and is movably connected to the boom base via the first connector. Two boom assemblies arranged opposite each other are movably connected via the second connector. The boom assembly is used to store energy by retracting the second connector. After the constraint on the boom assembly is released, the energy stored in the second connector is used to pull the boom assembly out.

2. The foldable storage drone according to claim 1, characterized in that, The fuselage assembly includes a main body, an upper cover and a lower cover respectively located at both ends of the main body, and a plurality of arm storage slots are provided at equal intervals on the circumferential surface of the main body.

3. The foldable storage drone according to claim 2, characterized in that, The arm base is located at one end of the main body of the machine body where the upper cover is provided, and the upper cover is fitted onto the main body of the machine body.

4. The foldable storage drone according to claim 3, characterized in that, The upper cover is provided with several protrusions, and the positions of the protrusions correspond one-to-one with the positions of the arm storage slots.

5. The foldable storage drone according to claim 1, characterized in that, The arm assembly includes an arm, a motor located at one end of the arm away from the arm base, and a blade on the motor. The end of the arm away from the blade is provided with a hinge hole, and a first connector passes through the hinge hole.

6. The foldable and collapsible drone according to claim 5, characterized in that, The arm is provided with a lug at the end away from the blade, and one end of the second connector is engaged in the lug.

7. The foldable and storage drone according to claim 1, characterized in that, The edge of the arm base is provided with several hinge slots at equal intervals, and the positions of the hinge slots and the arm storage slots correspond one-to-one.

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