A laser tracking device for inspection of unmanned aerial vehicles

Abstract

The utility model provides a kind of for the laser tracking device of inspection unmanned plane, belong to the technical field of inspection unmanned plane, including inspection mechanism, including inspection unmanned plane, two fixed installation in the bottom of inspection unmanned plane and are used for supporting support frame, and set in the bottom of inspection unmanned plane and are used for laser tracking laser radar;Quick-release mechanism, including the magnetic mounting component of the laser radar for quick disassembly and assembly is facilitated, and the self-checking clamping component is clamped to prevent its sway to the laser radar, the magnetic mounting component includes the installation square frame fixedly installed in the bottom of inspection unmanned plane.The utility model is matched between magnetic mounting component and self-checking clamping component, the quick installation and disassembly of laser tracking device laser radar are realized, the problem of low disassembly efficiency of traditional bolt nut fixed mode is solved, the replacement efficiency of laser tracking device is avoided due to cumbersome operation, improves disassembly convenience, makes the maintenance and replacement of laser tracking device more efficient.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of inspection drone technology, specifically relating to a laser tracking device for inspection drones. Background Technology

[0002] Inspection drones are intelligent flying devices equipped with multiple sensors, primarily used for automated inspection of infrastructure such as power plants, pipelines, and bridges. Their core functions include high-precision positioning and navigation, target recognition and tracking, and obstacle ranging and collision avoidance. To achieve accurate measurements, a laser tracking device is typically installed on the bottom of the drone. This device uses laser ranging and 3D scanning technology to collect environmental data in real time and assist in stabilizing the drone's flight. Combined with visual and infrared sensors, the laser tracking device can improve operational accuracy in complex environments.

[0003] Inspection drones typically require a laser tracking device mounted underneath to achieve high-precision positioning and navigation, target recognition and tracking, distance measurement, and collision avoidance. However, currently, these devices are mostly fixed using bolts and nuts, resulting in low efficiency in the assembly and disassembly process, directly affecting the efficiency of replacing and maintaining the laser tracking device. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a laser tracking device for inspection drones, aiming to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0006] A laser tracking device for inspection drones includes,

[0007] The inspection mechanism includes an inspection drone, two support frames fixedly installed on the bottom of the inspection drone for support, and a lidar set on the bottom of the inspection drone for laser tracking.

[0008] The quick-release mechanism includes a magnetic mounting component that facilitates quick assembly and disassembly of the lidar, and a self-testing locking component that engages the lidar to prevent it from shaking.

[0009] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the magnetic mounting component includes a mounting frame fixedly mounted on the bottom of the inspection drone and several magnetic blocks embedded on the top of the lidar for adsorption onto the bottom of the inspection drone.

[0010] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the bottom of the inspection drone is fixedly equipped with several magnetic guide plates for guiding and concentrating the magnetic lines of force of the magnetic block, and the magnetic guide plates are located on the top of the magnetic block.

[0011] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the bottom of the inspection drone is fixedly equipped with a protective pad for protecting the lidar, and the protective pad is made of rubber.

[0012] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the self-testing snap-fit ​​component includes two connecting blocks that are elastically mounted on the side of the lidar, a snap-fit ​​block that is fixedly mounted on one side of the connecting blocks, and two slots that are formed on the surface of the lidar and used in conjunction with the snap-fit ​​block.

[0013] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, a fixing plate is fixedly installed on one side of the connecting block, and two tension springs are fixedly installed between the surface of the fixing plate and the laser radar.

[0014] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the inner cavities of the two slots are respectively provided with push-button switches, and the surface of the lidar is fixedly equipped with an indicator light for prompting.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are: by cooperating with the magnetic mounting component and the self-testing snap-fit ​​component, the laser radar of the laser tracking device is quickly installed and disassembled, which solves the problem of low installation and disassembly efficiency of the traditional bolt and nut fixing method, avoids the impact of cumbersome operation on the replacement efficiency of the laser tracking device, improves the convenience of installation and disassembly, and makes the maintenance and replacement of the laser tracking device more efficient. Attached Figure Description

[0016] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort. Among them:

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the present invention. Figure 1 ;

[0018] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the present invention. Figure 2 ;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the magnetic mounting component structure of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the self-testing snap-fit ​​component of this utility model.

[0021] In the diagram: 100, Inspection mechanism; 110, Inspection drone; 120, Support frame; 130, LiDAR; 200, Quick-release mechanism; 210, Magnetic mounting component; 211, Mounting frame; 212, Magnetic block; 213, Magnetic guide plate; 214, Protective pad; 220, Self-test snap-fit ​​component; 221, Connecting block; 222, Clip; 223, Slot; 224, Fixing plate; 225, Tension spring; 226, Push-button switch; 227, Indicator light. Detailed Implementation

[0022] To make the above-mentioned objectives, features and advantages of this utility model more apparent and understandable, the specific embodiments of this utility model will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0023] Many specific details are set forth in the following description in order to provide a full understanding of the present invention. However, the present invention may also be implemented in other ways different from those described herein. Those skilled in the art can make similar extensions without departing from the spirit of the present invention. Therefore, the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0024] Secondly, the term "an embodiment" or "embodiment" as used herein refers to a specific feature, structure, or characteristic that may be included in at least one implementation of the present invention. The phrase "in one embodiment" appearing in different places in this specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor is it a single or selective embodiment that excludes other embodiments.

[0025] Example

[0026] Reference Figure 1-4 This is an embodiment of the present invention, which provides a laser tracking device for an inspection drone, comprising:

[0027] The inspection mechanism 100 includes an inspection drone 110, two support frames 120 fixedly installed on the bottom of the inspection drone 110 for support, and a lidar 130 set on the bottom of the inspection drone 110 for laser tracking.

[0028] The quick-release mechanism 200 includes a magnetic mounting component 210 for quick assembly and disassembly of the lidar 130, and a self-testing locking component 220 for locking the lidar 130 to prevent it from shaking.

[0029] The magnetic mounting component 210 and the self-testing snap-fit ​​component 220 enable the rapid installation and disassembly of the laser tracking device lidar 130. This solves the problem of low installation and disassembly efficiency caused by traditional bolt and nut fixing methods, avoids affecting the replacement efficiency of the laser tracking device due to cumbersome operations, improves the ease of installation and disassembly, and makes the maintenance and replacement of the laser tracking device more efficient.

[0030] Specifically, the magnetic mounting component 210 includes a mounting frame 211 fixedly mounted on the bottom of the inspection drone 110 and several magnetic blocks 212 embedded on the top of the lidar 130 and used to attach to the bottom of the inspection drone 110.

[0031] The outer shell of the inspection drone 110 is made of magnetic metal, and the magnetic block 212 is a high-strength neodymium magnet.

[0032] Furthermore, the bottom of the inspection drone 110 is fixedly equipped with several magnetic guide plates 213 for guiding and concentrating the magnetic lines of force of the magnetic block 212, and the magnetic guide plates 213 are located on top of the magnetic block 212.

[0033] The magnetic guide plate 213 is used to guide and concentrate the magnetic lines of force of the magnetic block 212, enhance the magnetic attraction efficiency, concentrate the magnetic field of the magnetic block 212 to the contact surface, avoid magnetic dispersion, and improve the installation stability of the lidar 130.

[0034] Preferably, the bottom of the inspection drone 110 is fixedly equipped with a protective pad 214 for protecting the lidar 130, the protective pad 214 being made of rubber.

[0035] The protective pad 214 is used to cushion the lidar 130 during installation, preventing the top of the lidar 130 from colliding hard with the bottom of the inspection drone 110 under magnetic attraction, thus preventing damage to the lidar 130.

[0036] Furthermore, the self-testing latch component 220 includes two connecting blocks 221 that are elastically mounted on the side of the lidar 130, a latch 222 that is fixedly mounted on one side of the connecting blocks 221, and two slots 223 that are formed on the surface of the lidar 130 and used in conjunction with the latch 222.

[0037] The locking block 222 is engaged inside the locking slot 223 to lock and limit the LiDAR 130. The cooperation between the locking block 222 and the locking slot 223 is used to lock and limit the LiDAR 130, and to lock the LiDAR 130 axially, thereby improving the vibration resistance of the LiDAR 130 and preventing the LiDAR 130 from shaking and affecting its performance.

[0038] Specifically, a fixing plate 224 is fixedly installed on one side of the connecting block 221, and two tension springs 225 are fixedly installed between the surface of the fixing plate 224 and the lidar 130.

[0039] The fixing plate 224 is used to keep the tension spring 225 pulled, so that the tension spring 225 maintains the pushing force on the connecting block 221 and the locking block 222, thereby improving the stability of the locking block 222 in the slot 223 and improving the locking and limiting effect of the lidar 130.

[0040] Furthermore, the inner cavities of the two slots 223 are respectively provided with push-button switches 226, and the surface of the lidar 130 is fixedly installed with an indicator light 227 for prompting.

[0041] The two push-button switches 226 and the indicator light 227 are connected in series. The circuit is fully connected only when the two push-button switches 226 are fully pressed, and the indicator light 227 lights up to indicate that the installation is complete.

[0042] When using the lidar 130, pull the connecting block 221 to move it, so that the connecting block 221 drives the card block 222 to disengage from the inside of the card slot 223. Then pull the lidar 130 down to separate the magnetic block 212 from the magnetic plate 213 and disassemble the lidar 130.

[0043] When it is necessary to install the lidar 130, simply insert the top of the lidar 130 into the inside of the mounting frame 211 and push the lidar 130 upwards so that it is close to the bottom of the inspection drone 110. Under the magnetic attraction of the magnetic block 212, the top of the lidar 130 will be installed inside the mounting frame 211.

[0044] When the lidar 130 is installed, its top end will squeeze the locking block 222, causing the two locking blocks 222 to move in opposite directions. The tension spring 225 is in a stretched state. When the slot 223 moves to the locking block 222, the elastic force of the tension spring 225 is released, locking the locking block 222 into the inside of the slot 223, thus locking and limiting the lidar 130.

[0045] At the same time, after the card block 222 is fully engaged inside the card slot 223, its surface will press the push-button switch 226. After the two push-button switches 226 are pressed, the circuit of the indicator light 227 is turned on, which causes the indicator light 227 to light up, indicating that the installation is complete.

[0046] In summary, the cooperation between the magnetic mounting component 210 and the self-testing snap-fit ​​component 220 enables the rapid installation and disassembly of the laser tracking device lidar 130, solving the problem of low installation and disassembly efficiency caused by traditional bolt and nut fixing methods. This avoids affecting the replacement efficiency of the laser tracking device due to cumbersome operations, improves the convenience of installation and disassembly, and makes the maintenance and replacement of the laser tracking device more efficient.

[0047] It is important to note that the constructions and arrangements of this application shown in several different exemplary embodiments are merely illustrative. Although only a few embodiments are described in detail in this disclosure, those who consult this disclosure will readily understand that many modifications are possible (e.g., changes in the size, dimensions, structure, shape and proportion of various elements, as well as parameter values ​​(e.g., temperature, pressure, etc.), mounting arrangements, use of materials, color, orientation, etc.) without substantially departing from the novel teachings and advantages of the subject matter described in this application). For example, an element shown as integrally formed may be composed of multiple parts or elements, the position of elements may be inverted or otherwise altered, and the nature or number or position of discrete elements may be changed or altered. Therefore, all such modifications are intended to be included within the scope of this utility model. The order or sequence of any process or method steps may be changed or rearranged according to alternative embodiments. In the claims, any "device plus function" clause is intended to cover the structure described herein that performs the function, and not only structural equivalents but also equivalent structures. Without departing from the scope of this invention, other substitutions, modifications, alterations, and omissions may be made in the design, operation, and arrangement of the exemplary embodiments. Therefore, this invention is not limited to the specific embodiments, but extends to various modifications that still fall within the scope of the appended claims.

[0048] Furthermore, in order to provide a concise description of exemplary embodiments, not all features of actual embodiments (i.e., those features that are not relevant to the best mode of carrying out the present invention as currently considered, or those features that are not relevant to implementing the present invention) may be omitted.

[0049] It should be understood that numerous specific implementation decisions can be made during the development of any practical implementation, such as in any engineering or design project. Such development efforts may be complex and time-consuming, but for those skilled in the art who benefit from this disclosure, the development effort will be a routine work of design, manufacturing, and production without requiring much experimentation.

[0050] It should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solution of this utility model and are not intended to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications or equivalent substitutions can be made to the technical solution of this utility model without departing from the spirit and scope of the technical solution of this utility model, and all such modifications or substitutions should be covered within the scope of the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A laser tracking device for inspection drones, characterized in that: include, The inspection mechanism (100) includes an inspection drone (110), two support frames (120) fixedly installed on the bottom of the inspection drone (110) for support, and a lidar (130) set on the bottom of the inspection drone (110) for laser tracking. The quick-release mechanism (200) includes a magnetic mounting component (210) for quick assembly and disassembly of the lidar (130), and a self-testing locking component (220) for locking the lidar (130) to prevent it from shaking.

2. The laser tracking device for an inspection drone according to claim 1, characterized in that: The magnetic mounting component (210) includes a mounting frame (211) fixedly mounted on the bottom of the inspection drone (110) and several magnetic blocks (212) embedded on the top of the lidar (130) and used to be attracted to the bottom of the inspection drone (110).

3. A laser tracking device for an inspection drone according to claim 2, characterized in that: The bottom of the inspection drone (110) is fixedly equipped with several magnetic guide plates (213) for guiding and concentrating the magnetic lines of force of the magnetic block (212), and the magnetic guide plates (213) are located on the top of the magnetic block (212).

4. A laser tracking device for an inspection drone according to claim 3, characterized in that: The bottom of the inspection drone (110) is fixedly equipped with a protective pad (214) for protecting the lidar (130), the protective pad (214) being made of rubber.

5. A laser tracking device for an inspection drone according to claim 4, characterized in that: The self-testing snap-fit ​​component (220) includes two connecting blocks (221) that are elastically mounted on the side of the lidar (130), a snap-fit ​​block (222) that is fixedly mounted on one side of the connecting block (221), and two slots (223) that are opened on the surface of the lidar (130) and used in conjunction with the snap-fit ​​block (222).

6. A laser tracking device for an inspection drone according to claim 5, characterized in that: A fixing plate (224) is fixedly installed on one side of the connecting block (221), and two tension springs (225) are fixedly installed between the surface of the fixing plate (224) and the lidar (130).

7. A laser tracking device for an inspection drone according to claim 6, characterized in that: The inner cavities of the two card slots (223) are respectively provided with push-button switches (226), and the surface of the lidar (130) is fixedly equipped with an indicator light (227) for prompting.

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